Tubular Front Cross Bar MAX – VW Corrado

Stronger. Smarter. Built for more power.

The Fabless Tubular Front Cross Bar MAX is the ultimate bolt-in upgrade for the factory G60 & VR6 Corrado front cross member. Redesigned for high-horsepower applications, it features larger structural tubing for increased strength and stiffness—while still weighing less than stock.

New curved uprights offer improved clearance for intercooler piping and easier routing under the hood. Removable and interchangeable radiator tabs allow for a wider range of radiator fitment options, making cooling upgrades simple and flexible.

Designed with serious performance in mind, the MAX includes an integrated front engine mount to reduce engine movement and deliver more power to the wheels. The mount is included based on your selected engine and remains fully interchangeable to make engine or transmission changes easier.

The MAX also introduces three mounting positions for the front engine mount—drop the engine lower for more hood clearance, raise it for more ground clearance, or use the center hole to maintain factory engine height.

Despite its added strength and features, the MAX bar weighs only 7.23kg, with the mount and bushing just under 1kg (depending on engine choice)—a total weight savings of 1.5kg compared to OEM.

Slotted frame rail mounting holes and included washers ensure a smooth, precise installation.

Upgrade to the Tubular Front Cross Bar MAX and give your Corrado the strength, flexibility, and performance it needs—whether you're building for the street or the track.

Included

• Tubular Front Cross Bar MAX
• Integrated Jack Point
• Front Engine Mount with polyurethane bushing
• Mounting hardware for chassis
• Black powder coat
• One set of long rad tabs
• One set of short rad tabs
• One Corrado center tab

Add-Ons

• Polyurethane Jack Pad

Compatibility

Vehicle

• VW Corrado VR6
• VW Corrado G60

The Corrado air dam off the factory front cross member is not compatible with the Tubular Front Cross Bar. It can be modified to fit, however it is not necessary.

The Corrado factory power steering cooler is not compatible with the Tubular Front Cross Bar, we recommend running an aftermarket bar and plate cooler for improved performance.

Engines

• 2.8L 12v VR6
• 2.8L 24V, 3.2L, 3.6L VR6
• 1.8L 8v/16v & 2.0L 16v
• 1.8T*
• 2.0L ABA and ABF 16v
• 2.3L 10v VR5
• 2.3L 20v VR5

* Additional hardware is needed in most 1.8T applications as the factory starter bolts are not long enough to bolt on the Front Engine Mount. We recommend the Front Engine Mount Hardware [Starter Bolts] - 1.8T Swaps for 1.8T engines.

Please see engine drop down for transmission compatibility.

Radiators

The MAX Bar allows for fitment of the larger MK3 VR6/ABA or MK2 8v/16v radiator in a Corrado G60 or VR6. However, Upper radiator tabs will need to be fabricated to secure the top of the radiator to the Corrado G60 or VR6 Upper Radiator Support.

• 8v/16v Radiator
• MK3 VR6 Radiator (North American)

Removable lower rad pins are provided for fitment of both rad types listed.

The short and long sets of radiator mounts included with the MAX Bar, allow you to perfectly dial in your radiator fitment. Choose a square set up, or angle it any way you prefer.

Fans

• Slim fans are recommended to ensure fitment with the Corrado. Check out our slim fan solution in our Engine Cooling dropdown under Swap Parts.