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The MTS Street Polo 86 Gold is a height-adjustable weld-in insert kit (coilover) from MTS Technik for the Volkswagen Polo 86/86C / Derby, model years 1975 to 1994. Street is the standard setup from MTS Technik: a good balance between comfort and firmness.

On the Gold version, the steel parts have a yellow zinc coating and the aluminium parts are black anodised. This is a weld-in insert kit: the original front struts are shortened and welded.

Key benefits

• Zinc-plated damper bodies with a yellow zinc coating to protect against rust
• Lower by 35 to 85 mm, front and rear independently adjustable
• Eibach springs of 50 N/mm front and 30 N/mm rear
• Gas-oil twin-tube dampers that stay stable even under intensive use
• hexaCOIL spring perch: the adjusting nut does not seize up during adjustment
• 2 year warranty with no mileage limit

Suitable for

The MTS Street Polo 86 Gold fits the following versions:

• Volkswagen Polo 86 (type 86, 03/1975 to 09/1981): 0.9, 1.1, 1.3
• Volkswagen Polo 86C (also Coupe and Classic, type 86C/80, 10/1981 to 09/1994): 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 Cat, 1.1, 1.3, 1.3 Cat, 1.3 D, 1.4 D, 1.3 G40
• Volkswagen Derby (type 86/86C/80, 02/1977 to 12/1984): 0.9, 1.1, 1.3, 1.0

Note for the MTS Street Polo 86 Gold: axle load: maximum 640 kg front and maximum 630 kg rear; check your car’s vehicle type plate.

Technical specifications

• Product: MTS Street Polo 86 Gold
• Manufacturer: MTS Technik
• Article number: MTSGWVW14
• EAN: 5903855616448
• Version: Street, Gold (zinc-plated steel)
• Type of kit: weld-in insert kit, the original front struts are shortened and welded
• Lowering: front 35 to 85 mm, rear 35 to 75 mm
• Springs (Eibach): GWFE163 with 50 N/mm front, GWFE204 with 30 N/mm rear
• Helper springs: GWHE24 (5.66 N/mm)
• Height adjustment: front and rear via threaded damper body
• Camber plates: not included
• Included: complete front and rear set with springs and height adjustment
• TÜV certificate: no
• Weight: 36.9 kg
• Warranty: 2 years with no mileage limit

Fitting and delivery

To fit the MTS Street Polo 86 Gold, the original front struts are shortened and welded as described in the manual. Have this done by an experienced mechanic or welder.

• The stated lowering applies relative to the standard suspension. If the car has a factory sport suspension, the lowering will be smaller.
• When fitting, check the clearance between tyre or wheel and the strut: at least 5 mm. If it is less, use approved wheel spacers.
• After lowering, have the wheel alignment checked, because camber and toe change as well.

Delivery: 4 to 7 working days while manufacturer stock lasts.

The MTS Street Polo 86 Gold combines zinc-plated damper bodies, Eibach springs of 50 and 30 N/mm and up to 85 mm of lowering for the Volkswagen Polo 86/86C / Derby.

Why choose the MTS Street Polo 86 Gold?

With the MTS Street Polo 86 Gold you choose the setup MTS Technik itself recommends as standard: enough lowering for a tight stance, and a character that doesn’t become tiring on the road. The Gold version is the most affordable way to get an MTS Technik coilover kit, with a zinc coating that protects well against rust. If you also drive in winter, take a look at the Inox version with stainless steel damper bodies.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Gold and Inox?

Gold has steel damper bodies with a yellow zinc coating, Inox has stainless steel damper bodies. Inox is more resistant to road salt and moisture and therefore costs more. Otherwise, the kits are identical.

Do the struts really have to be welded?

Yes. With this weld-in insert kit, your original struts are shortened and welded as described in the manual. If you don’t want to weld yourself, check whether a send-in kit exists for your car: with that, MTS Technik does the welding.

How long does delivery take?

The MTS Street Polo 86 Gold is delivered within 4 to 7 working days as long as the manufacturer has stock.

Other MTS Technik sets for the Polo 86

• Volkswagen Polo 86/86C / Derby (75-94) MTS Technik coilover kit (send-in kit)
• Volkswagen Polo 86/86C / Derby (75-94) MTS Technik coilover kit (front camber plates, weld-in insert kit)
• Volkswagen Polo 86/86C / Derby (75-94) MTS Technik coilover kit (front camber plates, send-in kit)