02 chipped 1.8T vs 3.0
11-08-2001, 06:29 PM
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This issue has been covered a couple of times in the last week or so.
Short answer, ya, you can get a 1.8T faster than a 3.0, but chips haven't come out yet. Plus there are warranty and longevity concerns when chipping.
The 3.0 also comes w/ wood trim and power seats, plus has leather as an option.
Short answer, ya, you can get a 1.8T faster than a 3.0, but chips haven't come out yet. Plus there are warranty and longevity concerns when chipping.
The 3.0 also comes w/ wood trim and power seats, plus has leather as an option.
11-08-2001, 06:38 PM
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A stage one upgrade to the 1.8T would yield performance pretty much equal to the 3.0.
This upgrade will cost you roughly $400. So if perfomance is your goal then yes a chipped 1.8T is a better value. However, if you want performance from the factory (no warranty issue) with some luxury features like leather and power seats then 3.0 is the way to go.
11-08-2001, 06:45 PM
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Drive both. Buy 1.8t....
Over time, both cars will age. Do you want to pay $12,000 more for a car when the doors will ding and the paint will chip just as easy? You could buy an '02 1.8t and drive it 2-3 years and trade it for newer car with the extra 12-13 Gs. 2005? Do you need a $2,000 NAV system? My little GPS cost $100. Many other examples too like leather... I know I would rather a 2005.
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11-08-2001, 09:18 PM
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Depends if you like 6 cylinders or 4 cyl turbo.
Acceleration is probably very close. So it probably boils down to a matter of personal preference. Do you want a smooth quiet V-6, or a spirited turbo 4 cyl with slight turbo lag? Each has its good points and bad points.