YSR Advanced Pro Plus Tarmac Rally 2-Way Coilovers Volkswagen Golf 5 MK5 03-08 - 55mm Inc GTI 2WD Rear Shock & Spring One Unit

Serious upgrade for your VW Golf Mk5 handling. This YSR dual-adjustable asphalt-focused suspension kit is engineered for 2003 to 2008 Volkswagen Golf 5 models, including GTI front wheel drive variants with the 55 mm front hub clamp. Independent bump and rebound control, remote canisters for outstanding thermal stability, and an inverted monotube front design deliver razor-sharp body control, grip and confidence on fast road, track day and tarmac stage use. Supplied with a rear damper and spring combined assembly for the 2WD platform.

Why choose this performance suspension

• Independent damping adjustment. Fine-tune compression and rebound separately to suit tyres, surface and driving style.
• Remote canisters increase fluid volume for heat management and fade resistance during hard driving.
• Inverted monotube front struts add rigidity and precision under cornering loads.
• Stainless braided line between canister and top mount allows flexible mounting options.
• Designed for vehicles with front MacPherson strut layout.
• Rear damper-and-spring supplied as one unit for the FWD Golf Mk5.

Fitment and compatibility

• Vehicle: Volkswagen Golf Mk5 2003 to 2008 including GTI 2WD.
• Front hub clamp size: 55 mm. Please verify your strut diameter is 55 mm before ordering.
• Front suspension type: MacPherson strut.
• Rear: combined damper and spring assembly for front wheel drive models.

Built for drivers who want results

If you are chasing better turn-in, more mid-corner stability and consistent lap-after-lap performance, this kit delivers. The remote canister design keeps damping consistent during sustained hard use. The inverted front layout provides strength and steering precision. Ideal for tarmac rally, sprint, hillclimb, fast road and circuit days on the Golf V platform.

Trusted by us and our customers

We run these on our own builds and customer cars. Feedback is consistently positive on control, grip and adjustability for UK roads and track work. A proven choice for enthusiasts who want a proper suspension upgrade on the Mk5 chassis without compromise.

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Professional fitting and setup

For installation and geometry setup we recommend MJ Modifications in Warwickshire. Request a fitting quote at info@mjmodifications.co.uk.