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Find of the Day: Blown and Shaved VR6 Jetta

Our latest Find of the Day is something special. This is no ordinary MK4 Jetta. What you’re looking at is a sedan that had a trip to the barber and to the gym. And it can be yours (for the right price).

As we learned in the most recent edition of the Jetta Rewind series, the fourth generation Jetta came with a slew of available engines. Of those engines, the narrow-angle VR6 stood out the most. Just like in the MK3 Jetta, the six-cylinder motor positioned the car more upmarket. The smooth and powerful engine had buyers comparing the VW to Audi and BMW. Six cylinder Jettas were definitely something special.

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While the VR6 is plenty powerful, this one is developing well beyond the original 200 horsepower. The biggest boost comes from, well, added boost courtesy of a Garrett GT35R turbocharger. Upgraded engine internals can handle the extra power. The Jetta has new motor mounts, clutch and flywheel, and a whole bunch of other things. Take a look at the build thread in our forums for more information. While we’re poking around under the hood, check out the shaved and smoothed engine bay. Looks like it just came from the barber.

Enhancements aren’t limited to those under the hood. Outside, this GLI has received quite a bit of work. The “pulled” fenders clear the 18″ RH ZW4 wheels. The car sits on an air-ride suspension. Up front, there’s a “boser” style hood and badge-less grille. And 3M vinyl wraps around the entire car.

Just like any custom car, this one will set you back. VWVortex member 03gli401k says he’s not likely to get back what he’s put into the car. But if you have $12,000 that you’re willing to part with, he’s willing to sell. Or if you’ve grown tired of your S4 or M3, he’s willing to trade. Take a look at the classified ad in our forums for more information, or see the car for yourself somewhere in Rhode Island.

Take a gander through a selection of build-thread pictures below:

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