2.0 gt TSI modified, vs R stock?

[MikeJDS]

Hi there people, been thinking on this for a while now but wanted to get other people's opinions on this matter.

I'm torn between buying a used scirocco R and keeping it stock 2009-2010 ish, or buying a 2.0 TSI gt spec and nodding it with something around a revo stage 2 remap, and uprated brakes wheels and suspension. Which would you guys go for?

Cheers

[RoccoTom]

My guess would be that a stock R might be cheaper to insure, as it would be unmodified. If you declare your modifications to the insurance company on a 2.0 TSI GT, they may hike up the price quite a bit. You could also argue that an R is more likely to retain its value and be more sought after in the long term, if you look after it.

[Cuprabob]

Stock R

[MikeJDS]

Cheers guys for getting back, yeah I'd been toying with the fact of the r would be more expensive in bulk but cheaper in the long run due to resale and insurance prices of the gt being poorer. I suppose it just comes down to if I'd be happy with stock or really want a modded car

[Cuprabob]

Remember with the stock R, you still have the option of modding it at a later date, if you so wish. On the other hand, the decision may be made for you based on the availability of cars.

[MikeJDS]

True didnt consider that, thanks for you input dude.

[Zanic L3]

Do you mean used R vs a brand new 2.0 gt?


Then obviously I would go for the brand new 2.0 TSI. Are they face lifted?

[Cuprabob]

Do you mean used R vs a brand new 2.0 gt?


Then obviously I would go for the brand new 2.0 TSI. Are they face lifted?

Production of the Scirocco has ceased and unless a dealer happens to have an unsold one hiding somewhere, you can't buy a brand new Scirocco

The OP is referring to used examples.

[Zanic L3]

Do you mean used R vs a brand new 2.0 gt?


Then obviously I would go for the brand new 2.0 TSI. Are they face lifted?

Production of the Scirocco has ceased and unless a dealer happens to have an unsold one hiding somewhere, you can't buy a brand new Scirocco

The OP is referring to used examples.

Yes I can still find dealers that have them or with low mileage like below 5k

[Crucifixzz]

I would take facelift Scirocco 2.0 TSI because with stage 1, you can go up to 300hp. With turbo change, IS38 bolt-on, it will be close to 400hp. Carbon built up issue is resolved in 3rd Gen EA888

[Zanic L3]

I would take facelift Scirocco 2.0 TSI because with stage 1, you can go up to 300hp. With turbo change, IS38 bolt-on, it will be close to 400hp. Carbon built up issue is resolved in 3rd Gen EA888

The R engine isnt that capable or? It's the EA133 or whatever its called?

[Cuprabob]

I would take facelift Scirocco 2.0 TSI because with stage 1, you can go up to 300hp. With turbo change, IS38 bolt-on, it will be close to 400hp. Carbon built up issue is resolved in 3rd Gen EA888

The R engine isnt that capable or? It's the EA133 or whatever its called?

EA113

[Alien_IROC]

I would take facelift Scirocco 2.0 TSI because with stage 1, you can go up to 300hp. With turbo change, IS38 bolt-on, it will be close to 400hp. Carbon built up issue is resolved in 3rd Gen EA888

I quote this, is the best Scirocco you can buy, with newer EURO6 engine, EA888 gen3 mounted in Golf MK7 GTI; you can find different version on Scirocco, 180 HP, 220 HP (GTS), or R restyling 280 HP
I don't know where you live, but in germany there are some Scirocco 2.0 TSI restyling with a very low miliage (km) and at good prices.

[Crucifixzz]

I would take facelift Scirocco 2.0 TSI because with stage 1, you can go up to 300hp. With turbo change, IS38 bolt-on, it will be close to 400hp. Carbon built up issue is resolved in 3rd Gen EA888

The R engine isnt that capable or? It's the EA133 or whatever its called?

ea113 is capable of doing 400hp but a turbo must be changed. Again the newer one is just better.