This product is handmade in Europe and can take up to eight weeks to arrive. No returns or exchanges accepted.
What This Is
A custom-sewn leather shift boot for your 1974-84 Volkswagen Golf Mk I. It's the leather only: it installs on your factory frame or trim ring. It is not a complete shift boot assembly.
What's Included
- Included: 1 leather shift boot, cut and sewn to order in the material and colors you choose.
- Not included: shift knob, trim, frames or hardware. You reuse your factory parts.
Before You Order
- Fits 1974-84 Volkswagen Golf Mk I.
- It's made to order, so it can take up to 8 weeks to arrive and can't be returned or exchanged. Please double-check your year, fitment, and colors before ordering.
- International shipping: every piece ships from Poland, so a $15 international shipping charge applies to each item at checkout.
Installation
Difficulty: Moderate | Tools: screwdrivers, basic hand tools, glue or a stapler depending on your frame
You'll remove the shift knob and trim, move the new boot onto your factory frame, and reinstall.
▼ Click to Open / Close Step-by-Step Installation Guide (10 Steps)
Step 1. Remove the original shift knob, and boot -w- plastic insert. This pix depicts the bare shift lever.
Step 2. This pix depicts the new boot, original boot frame that fits in the bottom of the boot, and the original clips for connecting the bottom of the boot to the frame.
Step 3. Fit the boot frame inside the bottom of the boot.
Step 4. Use the clips to attach the bottom of the boot to the frame. Attach the larger side of clip to the inside of the frame.
Step 5. This depicts the four clips attached to the boot and frame. Note again that the larger side of the clip is on the inside of the plastic frame.
Step 6. This pix depicts how the underside of the boot and frame should look. Note one side is wider than the other. This side is to be placed towards the front of the car.
Step 7. Slip the boot with the frame over the shift lever; larger side of the bottom of the boot/frame to the front of the car/console.
Step 8. Attach/screw the shift knob back on the shift lever.
Step 9. To install the e-brake boot, just slide it on top of the existing setup.
Step 10. Make sure the elastic goes all the way in, nice and smooth around the plastic assembly.
Leather care: apply a leather conditioner with UV protection every 4-6 weeks to keep it from drying out and cracking.
Options & Pricing
Choose your material, colors, and stitching color in the options above. Add-on prices are added in the cart.
Material
- Regular Leather
- Perforated Leather
- Nappa Leather +$15
- Genuine Alcantara +$25
- Faux Alcantara
- Carbon Fiber Vinyl
Two-tone: choose a second color in the options above.
Layout
- Default (Like My Factory Boot)
- 4 Panel (Stitching Forms An X) +$9
- Front to Back (Axis Of Car) +$9
Style
- Quadruple Thread +$9
Quadruple stitching color applies to the outer lines of thread.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is my personal information kept private? Is it safe to use my credit card?
A: Yes, your personal information is kept private and it is safe to use your credit card.
Q: How much will shipping cost?
A: Unfortunately, the cost of shipping is a real expense. Our goal is to minimize your shipping costs. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on the items in your cart and will be displayed prior to you placing an order. Please note that oversized items may be subject to additional charges, which will be noted on the product page.
Q: How do I track my order?
A: Once your order ships, you will receive a tracking notification via email.
Q: Can someone outside of the United States place an order?
A: Yes, we are happy to provide worldwide service for our customers. Your shipping charges will be calculated during the checkout process. Customs and duty fees are the responsibility of the buyer.