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Title: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: bizman on 03 February 2007, 09:46

I have a Mk2 GTi 8v and am thinking of changing to a Mk3 Gti 8v or 16v. Should I?
What are the big probs with Mk3 as my MK 2 is indestrucatble :evil: Your views please.

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: Organisys on 03 February 2007, 15:55

Dont do it, unless you want a quieter car.

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: boneybradley on 03 February 2007, 17:39

Mk3 is heavyier,slower and with boat like handling compared to a mk2 (as standard anyway)...but you get a more refined (older man's motor!!!!) in the mk3...
have a look through the mk3 board for an idea of problem's and also a guide for buying one

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: Agreeable Slick on 04 February 2007, 05:01

if you are 50+

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: bsting on 04 February 2007, 05:14

Hang on to your mk2 and mod it up imo.

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: kittie on 04 February 2007, 10:29

Don't do it!

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: Mk2George on 04 February 2007, 21:24

I wouldnt do it either, had a Mk3 GTi 8v when I joined these forums and it simply isnt a patch on my Mk2 GTi 8v. Not as quick, handled like a barge in comparison and of course doesnt have the retro looks  :wink:

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: RandomJord on 05 February 2007, 08:46

The only time mk3s are acceptable are as VR6's or cabs..........or cabs with VR6's!

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: golflad on 05 February 2007, 23:29

don't do it :shocked:

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: H-Bomb on 07 February 2007, 21:04

iv got both a MK2 and a MK3 GTi 8v's.. i still prefer the MK2...  i would spend the extra on modding the MK2..

trust me bro..  :wink:

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: bulk66 on 08 February 2007, 00:21

Ive owned both mk2s and 3s i love em all. If you do go for a mk3 its got to be a VR mate the noise and the 70-100mph power is great. With standard springs the VR is a bit of a marshmellow but with a harder set up there great.... :smiley:

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: Bazzer on 08 February 2007, 07:58

Ask yourself what you want the car to do. Then tell us. You might get a more informed response......  :smug:

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: tom26 on 08 February 2007, 10:34

do the right thing... keep the mk2!

Title: Re: Mk 2 >> Mk3 - Should I?
Post by: oldmanmille on 10 February 2007, 10:34

I have mk 1 , mk2 and a mk3. I really like the mk3 but have to admit it aint as quick as the mk2 and definitely not as quick as my mk1  :grin:

however, it does depend on what you want the car for and to do! the mk3 is very comfortable and does everything you ask of it. i personally think the handling is ok and have used it on the track and it did not disgrace itself against the competition.

fuel economy also good from the mk3 compared to the 2 and 1.

i wouldnt be put off but you do need to determine what you want from the car etc...

thats my two penneth....