I recently bought a Golf GTi 1.8T and am loving every minute of it. However, it could clearly do with a little more power. I've seen lots of websites offering tweaks that will boost the BHP from the standard
150 to 180, 195, 210 and beyond. It all sounds tempting, but I've got a few concerns.First of all, I don't want to overcook the turbo or the engine by putting more power through it than it was intended to take. Secondly, I like smooth power delivery, so I don't want it to become a restless hotrod. I've been in cars like this and they are tiring to drive. Finally, I'd prefer an upgrade that is invisible to the garage, so I don't have to worry about my warranty or insurance being compromised.
Can anyone give me any advise on the pros and cons of having the car chipped and let me know if there are any services (preferably in the South of England) that would satisfy my requirements? Would a 30-40BHP increase be enough for what I want, or can you never get too much power? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
All the best, Russ.