CSR Automotive Rear Diffuser for Volkswagen Golf 7 Base Model Pre-Facelift (2012-2017)

RACEM Entry Series  /  Build 01

VW Golf 7 Entry Build: Clean, Low, Daily

The Golf 7 is one of the most common cars on the road, which is exactly why a clean build stands out. This is the Entry recipe we would do on our own car: five bolt-on parts, no cutting, no welding, and a car that still starts every morning.

Car
Volkswagen Golf 7
Years
2013 to 2017, pre-facelift base model
Parts
5 parts
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5% off

Buy all 5 parts together and save 5% with code BUILD-GOLF7. The button adds everything and applies the code for you.

Your first real build

The build plan

The goal here is simple. Make a base Golf look like it belongs next to a GTI without chasing horsepower yet. The front lip and rear diffuser change the shape of the car more than you would expect, and the roof spoiler extension finishes the silhouette.

The lowering springs are the real game changer. Forty millimeters front and rear closes the wheel gap and flattens the car in corners. Add LED tail lights with sequential indicators and the rear of the car looks a generation newer.

Everything on this list is bolt-on. A good shop can do the whole car in a day, including alignment after the lowering springs.

CSR Automotive Front Lip for Volkswagen Golf 7 Base Model Pre-Facelift (2012-2017)
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Parts list

Everything in this build

CSR Automotive Front Lip for Volkswagen Golf 7 Base Model Pre-Facelift (2012-2017)
01 / Front lip
$356.24
CSR Automotive Front Lip for Volkswagen Golf 7 Base Model Pre-Facelift (2012-2017)

A clean splitter line up front that lowers the visual stance without touching the bumper shape.

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CSR Automotive Rear Diffuser for Volkswagen Golf 7 Base Model Pre-Facelift (2012-2017)
02 / Rear diffuser
$348.14
CSR Automotive Rear Diffuser for Volkswagen Golf 7 Base Model Pre-Facelift (2012-2017)

Fills the empty space under the rear bumper and balances the new front lip.

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CSR Automotive Rear Spoiler for Volkswagen Golf 7 Base Model (2012-2021)
03 / Rear spoiler
$437.24
CSR Automotive Rear Spoiler for Volkswagen Golf 7 Base Model (2012-2021)

A roof spoiler extension that makes the base hatch look like it came from a hotter trim.

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Full LED Sequential Tail Lights for Volkswagen Golf 7 / 7.5 (2013-2021)
04 / Tail lights
$550.64
Full LED Sequential Tail Lights for Volkswagen Golf 7 / 7.5 (2013-2021)
Option: Black

Full LED with sequential indicators. The single most noticeable change at night.


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MTS Technik Lowering Springs Kit for Volkswagen Golf VII 5G1 Hatchback (2012-2020), 40/40 mm
05 / Lowering springs
$289.98
MTS Technik Lowering Springs Kit for Volkswagen Golf VII 5G1 Hatchback (2012-2020), 40/40 mm

MTS Technik springs, 40 mm front and rear. Closes the wheel gap and tightens body roll on stock shocks.

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Full build bundle
Parts bought separately
$1,982.24
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$1,883.13
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Good to know

  • The lip, diffuser and spoiler are made for the base model bumpers. GTI and GTD bumpers use different parts.
  • Get an alignment after installing the lowering springs.
  • Body parts may need paint to match your car.

Please confirm your exact model, year and trim before ordering. Not sure about fitment? Send us your VIN and we will check every part in this build for you.

Photos show the parts and platform for illustration and are not this exact build.

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