[Autovogue UK]

Can anyone please tell me the difference betwenn these 2 models.

 

[Ashley]

Think its an electric pack, windmirrors, windows etc. i got a sunroof in my old 1.4S (1999) which was also electric. i think central locking might be another difference between the two versions, maybe someone can clarify that? Same 'steady' engine in both though!

 

[Autovogue UK]

Is the 1.4 engine ok?

 

[Ashley]

it was my first car from 17, so it was alright, as i drove other cars similar size engines but a lot lighter in terms of weight, i.e. clio etc, it is slow, and quite sluggish. now got the 180 i.8T which was quite a dramatic jump. none the less it was my first car, ahhh memories

 

[daflyingfinn]

i've driven both 8v and 16v and ther's a big difference

 

[_Spud_]

i got a 1.4 16v superb car, slow as hell but it's a start if you are young, i got offerd ?500 more than i paid for it a few weeks ago at a dealer, as mine is the only one they have seen with all the options, so yeh slow but well built.

 

[Stevoraith]

Avoid the E. Absolutely poverty spec- keep-fit windows, no central locking, nasty, nasty, nasty, and quite rediculous considering you can pick up a 12 year old Clio 1.4 for a few hundred quid which will have leccy windows and remote central locking!

 

[Autovogue UK]

Right so looks like pay abit extra for the S, can anyone tell me if all 1.4 are 16V?

The car is for my Girlfriend she is going from a 1.3 S1 106 Rallye to the Golf so i'd expect the little 1.3 thrasher will be quicker, but the Golf should stay in one piece

We plan to kit it with all Autovogue AV32 kit so should be a nice project,

Shes only 19 so just going through insurance quote at the moment, can anyone

recommend a company?

 

[Ashley]

i thought all 1.4 golfs were 16V. i may be wrong

 

[S1R SS]

I've just stopped driving my 1.4, gonna put it up for sale at the weekend all going well - It's no speed machine, but on the other hand is no slouch . . .

 

[daflyingfinn]

Quote: posted by S1R SS on 07/12/2004 17:48:24

I've just stopped driving my 1.4, gonna put it up for sale at the weekend all going well - It's no speed machine, but on the other hand is no slouch . . .

who ever u sell it to mate tell'em about this forum[]

we really can't afford to lose another 1.4 owner u know...

EDIT: i meant the car[]

 

[EstorilBlue]

Ask Cat 1.4, she has some knowledge bout these cars, im sure she will help!

 

[Cat1.4]

Quote: posted by daflyingfinn on 07/12/2004 17:53:50

Quote: posted by S1R SS on 07/12/2004 17:48:24

I've just stopped driving my 1.4, gonna put it up for sale at the weekend all going well - It's no speed machine, but on the other hand is no slouch . . .

who ever u sell it to mate tell'em about this forum[]

we really can't afford to lose another 1.4 owner u know...

EDIT: i meant the car[]

hear hear!

 

[sir_blates]

i thought all 1.4 golfs were 16V. i may be wrong

All mk4 Golf 1.4s are 16v, whereas previous mk's were 8v

Go for the 1.4s 3door, admiral or elephant insurance are fairly reasonable.

 

[Cat1.4]

EB, Moi? I'm just poverty spec what would I know? <sniff>

Yeah, Ashley - central locking is another difference. As for the 1.4 engine being 'ok', em well yeah - it's fine [] I thought all 1.4s were 16v and the 2.0l is 8v, but I might be wrong.

TBH, I don't know if I'd spend much money kitting it etc, you're not going to get your money back on it. That's why I've gone for mostly transferable mods, with a view to taking them with me if I get another Golf, or selling them if not. But if you just want it for the fun of doing it, have a look at thechief's old ride - he spent a lot of money on his 1.4 and it turned out a cracker

 

[golf1.4T]

If my memory serves me well I remember early MKIV's using the 1.4 8V 60BHP unit from the polo and mkIII golf. As for power I don't think it is that bad it pulls quite well considering the weight and I've seen 190KPH on a "Private road" cough cough. At least it beats my current hired car until the Golf comes from the body shop, a 1 litre Hyundai Getz in bright Ferrari yellow

 

[Autovogue UK]

thanks for all your help been very good seems a nice forum

We will be looking for 1.4S i think then in Silver/black 3 door,

I know what u mean as for not getting money back for kitting it but it will

be with the kit where i work so will get good price.

Few more Questions

Do the 1.4E and 1.4S both have the blue dials?

I think , not 100% that may be the other diff,

Rob

 

[daflyingfinn]

yes they both have blue/red dials

 

[S1R SS]

Autovogue UK :: You know it makes sense to buy one that you know's been looked after and from a forum member [][]

 

[fatbob]

Quote: posted by Cat1.4 on 07/12/2004 18:22:20

.....That's why I've gone for mostly transferable mods, with a view to taking them with me if I get another Golf, or selling them if not......

Those mods would look the biz on a TDI, Cat [] - and the soot delivers a key component on the wish list...

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