Building an AWD mk1 VW Scirocco in 11 minutes - 2 Years Start-to-Finish

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  • @MalcolmDesigns
    @MalcolmDesigns 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    BEAUTIFUL! I bought a used 1980 Scirocco S in 1984 for college and I loved that car. It drove through all weather conditions and I loved driving it in the snow. This AWD version with an Audi engine must be a blast to drive, great job.

    • @echassin
      @echassin  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I'm glad you like it! I think the car addresses the lackluster performance of the early Sciroccos, and corrects the TT's ugliness.
      We joked about taking the leftovers to build a 3300lb FWD 70hp blob-shape. The result would be the ugliest possible car with a predicted 0-60 time of 42 seconds, lol.

  • @davidheaton5765
    @davidheaton5765 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You sir, are an absolute genius.

  • @abbzb2083
    @abbzb2083 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Next level build

  • @jmclivaudais3291
    @jmclivaudais3291 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amazing build. Have always loved the look of the early Scirocco.

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I too love the car's design; hopefully I didn't deviate too far while getting everything to fit.

  • @termsofuniverse7251
    @termsofuniverse7251 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh man, this deserves more recognition! I love it.

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I submitted it to PVW and got a nice reply, but then nothing. I think the car is perceived as "just a body swap", heck even I call it "The Audi"...

    • @termsofuniverse7251
      @termsofuniverse7251 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@echassin Maybe @Deutscheautoparts will do a build Spotlight with you?

  • @rarerod74
    @rarerod74 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fabrication skill PLATINUM ... MK1 tt chassis with the A1 rocco frt&rear clips ... Im impressed !! Had a 1988 rocco miss that car !!

  • @hoffa2586
    @hoffa2586 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Epic build!!👍🏻

  • @zulu1625
    @zulu1625 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow!! amazing build. I own a 79' vw scirocco bone stock. Love the MK1 scirocco.

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm glad you like the build, thank you! The shell I used was too far gone for a resto, but take good care of that stock mk1 of yours. Judging by recent values, it looks like it could take very good care of you, as in 401k substitute lol.

    • @zulu1625
      @zulu1625 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@echassin I might be selling it soon if you're interested.

  • @WHJeffB
    @WHJeffB ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That's an absolutely SICK build dude!!! Normally I'd say building a Mk I VW would be iffy (at best) due to age, metal fatigue, rust, etc... But this is definitely the way to go! Crazy amounts of fabrication, but it looks fantastic and seems like it's got a ton of power. I've seen a few Mk II Golf AWD conversions, but never a Scirocco... Outstanding job! What a car...

  • @stewstube70
    @stewstube70 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Having owned both a mk1 scirocco and a mk1 Audi TT quattro this is quite an epic build.

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Sir!

  • @keredrellit3992
    @keredrellit3992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely gorgeous!

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, glad you like it!

  • @petesmith3306
    @petesmith3306 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Grrat build. I followed it from tbe start because I love Sciroccos (I built my own mk2 16v in RHD which the factory never did) and have an 8P S3 as my daily 'mile eater'. Your csr is a great combination and will be a lot of fun to drive. Its a realky well thought out and executed build and the details make all the difference. Good for you!

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Sir!

  • @ДедБородед-ц2е
    @ДедБородед-ц2е ปีที่แล้ว

    Великолепная работа, ничего лишнего. Отличный вкус, замечательная и трудоёмкая работа.

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      Большое спасибо

  • @mcfly6667
    @mcfly6667 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hello, I am in the middle of my own MK1 restore myself, from a 86 16v donor.. and with a few upgrades. Terrific work. A lot of custom stuff though...would b too scary for me. Congrats on a great project.

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Sir; I wasn't initially sure it could all come together, so my fallback plan was to sell the drivetrain to recoup some of the initial outlay. Thankfully it didn't come to that.

  • @dspencer8827
    @dspencer8827 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very nice work

  • @dirkrunkowski1494
    @dirkrunkowski1494 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sehr aufwändige und professionelle Arbeit! Super Ergebnis👌👌👌💪💪💪
    I love it😍😍😍

  • @dingjs1969
    @dingjs1969 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely excellent job!!!!

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!

  • @jessman1004
    @jessman1004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic!!

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Sir!

  • @miketrudelle769
    @miketrudelle769 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had 1 when i lived in germany, drove it on the autoban. I loved my gti more.omg

  • @dspencer8827
    @dspencer8827 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Id love to see a mk1 polo 5 cylinder 4x4 though

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, chop chop, get going then!

  • @alainclair1748
    @alainclair1748 ปีที่แล้ว

    Superbe montage de malade !!!

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      Merci monsieur

  • @ryantempleman6551
    @ryantempleman6551 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Super cool

  • @chromebaydubs_Mk1golf_s1Gti
    @chromebaydubs_Mk1golf_s1Gti 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great build and great engineering only problem for me the depth of the cills but I couldn't do any better so thumbs up

    • @echassin
      @echassin  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I totally agree about the sills, but sadly I just couldn't think of a practical way to do them better.

    • @chromebaydubs_Mk1golf_s1Gti
      @chromebaydubs_Mk1golf_s1Gti 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@echassin I don't think there is either maybe a berg body kit would hide it some? but still a great job tho , respect for doing it and I got a mk2 scirocco and a tt and thought about trying to give it a go but dont think mind and fingers would get on 🤪

  • @vwheelswap
    @vwheelswap 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow Amazing build! 😅🤩

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! 😁

  • @Czekothemechanic7872
    @Czekothemechanic7872 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing, you beat me to my dream car build.i own a 1980 scirocco and this was the plans.glad to know with lots of fabricating and hard work that it is actually possible for size and dimensions, will save this and hopefully have a it built in coming years.hope u don't feel I'm riding off your hard work.mine will be completely different than yours.thinking hillcross widebody.excecellent work .much kudos

    • @Czekothemechanic7872
      @Czekothemechanic7872 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would actually pay u in the next 2-3years to build the basics because this build is soooo amazing

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Czekothemechanic7872 I'm glad you like the car. It was a Bucket List item so now that it's off my list, I don't see doing another one. You and others can absolutely copy whatever you think is worthy, I know I got plenty of inspiration and help from others.

  • @ivanbossi7314
    @ivanbossi7314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    man amazing build! i would put a custom scirocco badge on the right side of that clean amazing dash!!

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was picturing a metal bolt-through red "Quattro" badge that tucks the padding a bit but I haven't found one [yet]

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Got one! th-cam.com/video/9Dw6IxhtDQE/w-d-xo.html

  • @22frethopper
    @22frethopper 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've always wanted to do this...thx for the inspiration!

    • @highorbit3282
      @highorbit3282 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      don't! it's too high. it looks funny. Nice work but not nessa I'm my opinion

    • @highorbit3282
      @highorbit3282 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      oops I was talking about the black mk1 +audi tt

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree some of the proportions are off, especially the rocker panels. Hopefully someone will build on the concept and do better in the future, but so far I think it's the most normal looking of the AWD mk1 VWs that are complete and running.

  • @hartgreen
    @hartgreen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is without a doubt one of the coolest builds Ive ever seen. Bravo... If you ever want to sell it let me know!

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much! (and check with my estate, lol).

    • @hartgreen
      @hartgreen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@echassin LOL! Yup if you sold that thing you would have to be nuts.

  • @stanly564
    @stanly564 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hi just found your vid,i love love eat breathe and sleep scirocco.and what you have done has blown my mind.we own a 1990 mk2 scirocco (MINA) she is also in black but with a gothic theme.keep doing what you are doing well done

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the compliment! I assume since you have a 1990 Scirocco that you are not in the U.S.? (We only got them up to 1988)

  • @barcevllc5436
    @barcevllc5436 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow!!! incredible!!!! sooooooooooo cool!

  • @BigSaulo
    @BigSaulo ปีที่แล้ว

    NICE! I got a mk2 gti and an Audi TT convertible I plan on doing the same thing with!

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      AFAIK a mk2 Golf is a little wider than a mk1 Scirocco, so I'll wager your final result will look more normal. My car has a few strange proportions.

    • @BigSaulo
      @BigSaulo ปีที่แล้ว

      @@echassin Exactly! The Wheel base on the MK2 gti is 97.64 and it's 98.6. So at all four corners it's only off by .24 of an inch.

  • @adamrobson80
    @adamrobson80 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work 👏

  • @maverick_tt
    @maverick_tt ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome build 🤘

  • @nickywalledorff648
    @nickywalledorff648 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😁👍😎

  • @FaiekaWilliams
    @FaiekaWilliams ปีที่แล้ว

    Way to go my dream come true❤

  • @davidfelton-h2j
    @davidfelton-h2j ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work

  • @jayvanhorn6372
    @jayvanhorn6372 ปีที่แล้ว

    I planned a similar project in 2010 and gave it up in early stages. There is no way to make it street legal with registration here in Germany. Big hands for your great efforts, precise crafting and obviously big love for the Type 53. ❤

  • @josefleitl2857
    @josefleitl2857 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    well done

    • @echassin
      @echassin  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Sir!

  • @MK2Scirocco
    @MK2Scirocco 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome car!!!

  • @fredlocas9548
    @fredlocas9548 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I knew you would beat me to this...Epic, and to cheers to a very decent looking French man. The floor pan I had, has been sent to the scrap yard, and 1.8T engine is sold... Working on the business, so Jr. can start living from it; I am hosting an event (track on Septeber 27th, and Carbeque on the 28th) at our place; Will send you details ;)

  • @travisyork3915
    @travisyork3915 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice 👌 from the 217 here

  • @spinnetti
    @spinnetti ปีที่แล้ว

    2623! Wow, lot heaver than I would have guessed. Very cool project though! Nice!

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, I was indeed hoping for less than 2500 :-(. I've since trimmed the car down to 2568 but I can't go any further without getting weird.

  • @martinoporto8676
    @martinoporto8676 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hermoso (y agotador, seguramente) trabajo y mano de obra. Realmente muy bueno! Aun asi no dejo de preguntarme por qué directamente no usaste todo el Audi TT.

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      La ciencia ha establecido inequívocamente que el TT es el automóvil más feo jamás diseñado pero funciona bien, y el Scirocco es el más hermoso pero funciona mal. Fue mucho trabajo, pero les hice un favor a ambos autos.

  • @grownman202
    @grownman202 ปีที่แล้ว

    insane

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      I can't tell if you mean that in a good way...

    • @grownman202
      @grownman202 ปีที่แล้ว

      In a good way. That turned out insanely clean. Great job

  • @Scherryvine
    @Scherryvine 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Although, the idea of swapping TT internals onto scirocco is stunning 🤩

  • @dirkk6555
    @dirkk6555 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you already really tested how well the TT ESP works with the scirocco or have you disabled it?

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      The car still has all of the Haldex, ABS, and ESP hardware and software. I don't like to think of the car as "just a body swap", but philosophically that really is an accurate description.
      At 9:42, that was a day I tried hard launches on a wet curve. At first the steering sensor was off by a full turn but after fixing that, the ABS brakes briefly pulse on various wheels along with flashing of the ESP light, but I haven't tried anything like donuts.

  • @MikeWoodman-qe2du
    @MikeWoodman-qe2du 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was done by Paul Jordan back in 2005. The car ran an 8.8 @ 149 mph ( Search Paul Jordan Scirocco )

    • @echassin
      @echassin  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      While the cars are both technically "Sciroccos", the car you mentioned is lightyears ahead of what I'm capable of and as you've noted, he did it years before me.

  • @WESLEYWRX
    @WESLEYWRX ปีที่แล้ว

    Que carro linda se parece muito com o vw GOL brasileiro

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว

      Eu tive que procurar, mas sim: existem apenas algumas maneiras de desenhar um hatchback em forma de cunha

  • @hartgreen
    @hartgreen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also Im doing a Mk2 build right now and I need a new dash. Could you go in to how you made your dash a little?

    • @echassin
      @echassin  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're in luck: I built a mk2's dash and described it pretty well on VWVortex. Basically Masonite using cardboard templates, tacked with thick superglue/hardener, then glued with sawdust soaked with thin superglue/hardener (very strong), then covered with felt and pleather.

    • @hartgreen
      @hartgreen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@echassin Oh man thats great thanks!

    • @herbertwilliams1608
      @herbertwilliams1608 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Love a freaking dash cause I dislike modern. Spread all over, Social Media crap in a car. Use a phone keep a car. A CAR.

  • @azpaquin
    @azpaquin ปีที่แล้ว

    I am looking at doing a similar build, any ideas on getting it a little lower, like 2 in and how wide of a tire setup can you do?

    • @echassin
      @echassin  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sadly, IDK how to improve the look. It's actually lower than a stock Scirocco, but the rocker panels are definitely bulkier than I'd like. I begrudgingly accepted that early in the build to accommodate the hood line and the door sill height. I run 195 wide tires, IMO that's the max without resorting to Berg Cup styling or having too much poke.

  • @lukasuton2433
    @lukasuton2433 ปีที่แล้ว

    max RESPEKT! !!♡ Schirocco is best looking vw EVER
    I am Croatian and my best car was porsche 944 turbo s 1987 pearl white red inter burgundy lader.
    1994 @lfa 33 Quadrifolio verde 17 boxer 16v 140ps
    1990 Bmw e30 318 is 140 ps BLACK color and lancia thema 1989 2.0 i 130 ps doppio corpo

  • @krystianczapkiewicz751
    @krystianczapkiewicz751 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hmm

  • @Scherryvine
    @Scherryvine 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why use mk2 cockpit? Mk1 is so much more stylish

    • @echassin
      @echassin  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed. None of the interior is mk1/mk2 Scirocco because I didn't have any of it nor would it fit easily. The carpet and seats are from the TT and the dash/center console are masonite/ABS/pleather built to fit

  • @wayneswitzer3890
    @wayneswitzer3890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing!