Originally posted by The Ripper:
Originally posted by klavender:
So, is that a 1.8T or VR6? Which would be better in terms of available mods? Or, which one would be the best perfomance/reliability balance?



1.8t. vr6 doesn't have a downpipe. I'd go 1.8 for the mods and reliability as long as you kept the boost reasonably low.



What's reasonably low boost to you? This GTI is certainly running a 24psi spike on that 100octane program, holding 21psi all through midrange, falling off at the top end because of the tiny stock K03/04 turbo. 1.8t of course.

klavender: Ultimate, no-holds-barred, money-is-no-object performance is in the VR6. How's an AWD conversion, 6 speed box, twin turbo, 500hp/500tq sound?? There's several of those prowling the USA, and even more in Europe. Over 30k$ in mods right there, so it's not for everyone.

If you're on a budget (like most sane individuals) then the 1.8t is the key. 300hp/300tq is a reliable setup, there are literally hundreds of those driving around the 'states...

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