3-piece OEM Rear Spoiler (S4 Type)

Shortly after I bought this car I’ve wanted to add a trunk lid spoiler that met some simple requirements: It had to be subtle (as I detest large wings on European sedans), and it had to be OEM or have OEM-like quality. The more common factory wing on MkV Jettas and GLIs is subtle enough. Unfortunately it requires drilling into the trunk to secure it, which I wanted to avoid. The only other options out there for a while were aftermarket lip spoilers that more closely resemble those found on BMWs (single top lip spoilers). VW does manufacture and sell a 3-piece S4-type spoiler that wraps around the curve of the trunk and edge of rear quarter panels under their styling Votex line. However, cost has always been somewhat prohibitive with this piece, considering the very subtle results it provides.

By pure luck, I was told by Bud@CheckerflagVW (the same vendor I purchased my 18″ Karthoum wheels from) that he happened to have a piece in stock, already pre-painted to match my car that he was looking to unload for a cheaper cost. I took this as an opportunity very difficult to resist considering the piece was already pre-painted and ready to go for well under invoice price so I promptly placed the order.

The attachment process is a bit laborious considering the preparation work needed and materials involved. I did attempt to attach it with 3M automotive tape the first time but this is not an adequate material for the job. Bud then sent me a tube of Würth Urethane Adhesive in Black color. The piece had to be sanded off inside to make for a clean and smooth surface. Then an even bead of urethane adhesive is applied to the spoiler which is then positioned in the desired area. The relatively fresh urethane allows for the piece to be positioned exactly where it should go before permanently attaching itself to the car. During the drying process, the spoiler pieces are secured to the car and quarter panels with painter’s tape. After dry, it is literally impossible to remove the spoiler without doing some serious damage to the car; urethane adhesive solidifies into the hardest, most impenetrable rubber imaginable making a permanent bond between the pieces.

Styling-wise, it is exactly what I was looking for. It enhanced the rear end of the vehicle while giving the conservative GLI rear more definition towards the sporty side of things.