To be or not to be, rear spoiler

C 20 CCO · Post by **C 20 CCO** » Fri Aug 20, 2021 7:55 pm

After looking at the pictures of this mk2 for sale on flea bay; is it wise to remove the rear hatch spoiler ??
I thought it was designed to keep the car stable at higher speeds. Or am I just barking up the wrong tree?

Not going to remove mine but just thought I’d share my observations….

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Volkswagen-m ... 635-2958-0

GT_II · Post by **GT_II** » Sat Aug 21, 2021 12:21 am

Although clearly an aesthetic feature, I am sure VW put in a lot of effort in the wind tunnel to refine the shape of the spoiler to smooth airflow over the rear and bring down the drag coefficient. However, I doubt it's something that would be noticeable in everyday driving. Much less than putting a bag of compost in the boot for example.

C 20 CCO · Post by **C 20 CCO** » Sat Aug 21, 2021 6:30 am

Ahhh, after looking at sciroccos for 30 odd years, removing the spoiler only makes it look like something is missing. It’s been made to look incomplete somehow, each to their own I suppose. Cheers for your feedback

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GT_II · Post by **GT_II** » Sat Aug 21, 2021 9:52 am

C 20 CCO wrote: ↑Sat Aug 21, 2021 6:30 am Ahhh, after looking at sciroccos for 30 odd years, removing the spoiler only makes it look like something is missing. It’s been made to look incomplete somehow, each to their own I suppose. Cheers for your feedback .

It's a different look for sure. For me, the angular pressings on the tailgate frame and C-pillar spoil the smooth de-spoilered look and reinforce the impression that something is missing.

WreckTangle · Post by **WreckTangle** » Wed Aug 25, 2021 2:10 am

For me, miles better with the rear spoiler, front fog lights, Pierburg carb and correct size wheels. But much of that is down to personal preference.

whiteshark · Post by **whiteshark** » Tue Sep 21, 2021 8:33 pm

Zender spoiler all the way.

link:
https://www.bing.com/images/search?view ... ajaxserp=0

RussGLAuto · Post by **RussGLAuto** » Mon Sep 27, 2021 6:45 am

All here Dave...

https://forum.sciroccoregister.co.uk/vi ... 17&t=22616

kidcrewbob · Post by **kidcrewbob** » Mon Sep 27, 2021 3:24 pm

It's a striking look showing off the attractive / unusual curve of the glass however I think I'd stick with a stock spoiler unless you're looking for something more radical all round perhaps

C 20 CCO · Post by **C 20 CCO** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 6:33 pm

RussGLAuto wrote: ↑Mon Sep 27, 2021 6:45 am All here Dave...

https://forum.sciroccoregister.co.uk/vi ... 17&t=22616

Cheers Russ, some interesting info there

Thank you

james butler · Post by **james butler** » Sun Nov 07, 2021 4:16 pm

from memory wasnt there some info on it preventing the car becoming unstable at speed?
something like the aerodynamics causing the car to lift at speed and loose traction so spoilers fitted to disturb the air flow and prevent the lift.
early honda civic type Rs had the same issue i recall

C 20 CCO · Post by **C 20 CCO** » Mon Nov 08, 2021 5:01 pm

Cheers James

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