Golf MK7 1.4 TSI GT - Is there something missing?

[JDB007]

I only noticed the other day that when browsing around the engine bay checking things over (as you do) that there is no cover over the top of the engine. I would have expected to see the VW logo with TSI in large letters ?? Does any TSI GT owners have a cover fitted or does the GT not have one, and there is no GT badge on the grill either. Any pictures ??? Cheers all.

[slowhand]

I have the Mk6, not really helpful I know, but mine has a cover as shown in the handbook, what does your handbook show.
They stopped putting the GT badge on the grill with the mk6.

[jk88]

No engine cover on ours. In fact I prefer to be able to see the oily bits rather than a sea of plastic. No GT badge on the front either, although can't say I've seen any pictures of cars with one. Sounds like nothing missing then

[JDB007]

Ok thanks

[JDB007]

That's all I needed to know - thank you

[slowhand]

Can one of you post a pic of the engine without the cover, I too would prefer not to have it, but thought without it would just be a mess of wires and pipes, not like the good old twin cams of yesteryear. Why don't manufacturers fit engines with polished rocker covers anymore?

[vc-10]

££££££££££££££

If they can save pennies somewhere, they will.

[jk88]

Can one of you post a pic of the engine without the cover, I too would prefer not to have it, but thought without it would just be a mess of wires and pipes, not like the good old twin cams of yesteryear. Why don't manufacturers fit engines with polished rocker covers anymore?

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Enjoy !

[slowhand]

Thanks jk88, I was right it is not a good looking engine, think I will leave the cover on

[Igloo]

Don't forget the covers also hold sound deadening.

Vital IMO on Diesel engines...

Plus, some have aerodynamic features for certain components.