SpeedieGTI
Go Kart Champion
- Location
- Kansas
so i just got my mk7 2 weeks ago roughly after having a used mk6. its brand new off hte lot still has the new car smell. and im finding it really hard to start modding. of course i want to do the (tune, coils, engine mounts, CAI, full exhaust and all that) but im for some reason just cant i dont wanna ruin the warranty on it. anyone else having this issue?
I feel exactly the same way except I don't feel bad about it! I've had this discussin with a buddy of mine who also has a new Mk7 and we both had heavily modded Mk6 GTI.
The Mk7 is damned near perfect out of the box!!! Yes it sits a bit too high but the balance and suspension feel is perfect so why mess with that?! Most aftermarket suspension parts are not going to make it better for the majority of the driving you do, and you are kidding yourself if you believe they will.
The wheels...now that's all about style but they aren't even that heavy anymore. 25 lb/wheel is not bad at all and the stock wheels are tough as a tank!
Adding stupid eyelids, extended spoilers, and other "stick on" parts... This will offend some but I don't care. This is a near luxury European hatchback that feels and rides like a near lux sedan. Why oh why would anyone "rice" it out like a 5 year old Civic or Mazdaspeed3??? I can't get over that...
The exhaust...here is where you can upgrade. The stock exhaust is quiet but some like that. A high quality CBE would make it sound awesome or better yet a full turbo back exhaust and go Stage 2. Don't skip the cat, get the cat and thank me later.
Intake...not really needed at all but I understand wanting a bit more intake sound.
Tune...a tune truly brings this car to life, reduces oil temps, makes the car easier to drive at low speeds with the added torque and basically gives you a giant killer. The tune is worth it. Then again the stock power is also very good. I was really impressed that my stock Mk7 felt as fast as my full stage 2 mk6.
Ok...I feel better now.