Everything for the 16V

Six product pillars covering engines, components, body panels, restoration ironmongery, workshop merch, and the digital library.

16V Engine Builds

Super-finished, balanced engine builds with genuine OEM internals from Elring, Mahle, Febi, and VW. Every rotating assembly is balanced. Every surface is super-finished. Turnkey — ready to drop in.

Type 19 mechanic in VW overalls working underneath a silver MK2 Golf raised on the workshop lift — wheel-off, brake / suspension service in progress

16V Engine Components

MK2 Golf 16V lower timing cover — SLS-printed reproduction part by Type 19 Specialists
Hero Product
MK2 Golf 16V Timing Covers
£149.95 each
Upper: 027109123 · Lower: 027109175A

Reproduction parts that VW discontinued and nobody else makes. SLS ABS printed, heat resistant to 200°C, no visible print layering. Fits KR, PL, 9A, and 6A engines.

Expansion roadmap

  • Alternator brackets
  • Distributor caps and rotors
  • Timing belt kits (belt + tensioner + water pump)
  • Head gaskets (Elring)
  • Crank front flange seals
  • Inlet manifold gaskets

MK2 Golf Repair Panels

Every MK2 Golf in the UK is rotting. We manufacture reproduction panels for every rust-prone area — UK made, not pattern imports.

Sills

Inner sills, outer sills, 3-door and 5-door variants. Left and right.

Wheel Arches

Front inner wing repairs, rear arch bottoms — front and back of arch.

Floor Pans

Front and rear floor sections, drain hole repair patches. Common MOT failure.

Chassis Repairs

Outriggers, crossmembers, jacking points, rear chassis mounting points.

Wings & Quarters

Front wings (L+R), rear quarter lower repair sections.

Other Panels

Battery tray, airbox tray, fuel filler neck repair sections.

Restoration Ironmongery

Stainless steel and high-tensile fastener kits. Stop using rusty bolts on your restoration.

£40–80

16V Engine Bay Bolt Kit

Complete stainless set — timing cover bolts, alternator bracket, inlet manifold studs, exhaust nuts (brass), thermostat housing, water pump.

£10–15

Wing Fitting Kit

Self-tapping stainless screws + rubber grommets for front wing fitting.

£15–25

Sill Fitting Kit

Spot weld rivets, stainless screws, seam sealer recommendations.

£150+

Complete Restoration Bolt Kit

Full car, front to rear, labelled bags by area. Every bolt, nut, and washer.

Type 19 Specialists 'Built. Broke. Built Again.' tee — black cotton, front chest logo, full distressed back print with type19specialists.com

Workshop Merch

Type 19 apparel, accessories and workshop kit. Distressed prints, restoration-grade quality, made for owners who've done it themselves.

Tees

Built. Broke. Built Again.

Heavyweight cotton, distressed back print, full size run. The flagship piece — wear it on the lift, in the pub, at the show.

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Hoodies, caps & workshop kit

Coming through the range — heavier outerwear, embroidered caps, and shop-floor essentials in the Type 19 palette.

Workshop Library

Reference PDFs, the Type 19 app, and downloadable workshop tools. Built for the bench, the phone, the printout.

Shop library

Find what you need

Browse our current stock or get in touch for custom requirements and engine build enquiries.