I have a 2003 Octavia Ambiente TDI - 90BHP. I need to replace the front bumper as it got damaged in a small accident. I need to know if it is possible to fit without modifications a vRS bumper.

1) Is it a straight fit?

2) Will the front underside of the bumper sit closer to the ground with a vRS bumper?

3) What about the holes for the headlamp washers? I don't have them on my TDI and I don't want the cut-outs to be seen if the vRS bumper will fit on my TDI

Any help is greatly appreciated as always. Thanks

GT

I believe its a straight swap, I have seen several standard octys with vrs bumper. there is no difference in ground clearence on a standard octy. what you get is the squarer front end, so just watch out for higher kerbs.

Piece of cake to fit, about 10-12 star bolts and 4 10mm bolts IIRC

There are 2 versions of the vRS bumper cover - one for headlamp washers and one without - just order the one you want.

I'm not sure if the molding strip and grill sections from you old bumper will fit the vRS one , but if they do that will save you quite a few quid.

thanks all. i shall see what can be done to fit a vrs bumper..

oh and another thing...

i would appreciate if somebody having the appropriate tools could provide me with the part numbers and short description of what i need to order to completely replace the front bumper assembly to vRS from standard TDI

thanks

gt

star drives are all you will nedd I think