Customer Dave P. Shares Mk4 Roadster Build Journal

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Dave Lindsey in What's New

“There is just something about a loud, vibrating, and rattling machine that can accelerate from 0-100-0 (per Car & Driver Mag) in less than 10 seconds,” said Factory Five customer Dave P.

Dave has been keeping everyone posted on his Mk4 Roadster build progress via his Facebook page. Dave has made a photo gallery on his Facebook page where he is posting regular updates throughout his build from the purchase of his donor car and attending the build school to getting the engine and wiring installed.

David attended the Factory Five Build School at Mott Community College last spring before he received his Mk4 Roadster kit.

Dave's Mk4 Roadster waiting to be picked-up and delivered.

Great job Dave! Thanks for keeping up posted on your build progress. Excited to see the finished Roadster.

Click here to view Dave’s complete build journal.

Dave has recently installed his engine and transmission. The first start is coming soon!

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