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I did the full Milltek and other hardware changes in advance of a custom remap. All worked fine with no warning lights. I found a noticeable difference after fitting the exhaust, the car breathed much more easily.

Seeking 200bhp from a 140 engine? I've been there although it was with the previous generation engine. When it came to the custom remap 200bhp was possible. However, I settled for 197bhp as it gave a much better torque curve and hence better drivability. This was achieved with the stock turbo...

I've had the Eibach set up, see below, for years. They've covered about 120,000 miles. You may want to think about what you are trying to achieve. Is it just cosmetic making the car as low as possible or are you also seeking ride/handling improvements over the stock set up? Once you are...

Even after a lot of modifications, my experience is the engine is very strong. I'm about to hit 160,000 miles. Obviously a full detailed service history is critical. I'm on my third cam belt and second turbo and flywheel.

Whatever you select, make sure you swap the wheels round so the ones with the most grip are on the rear.

I'd invest a bit of cash on a dent/scratch removal kit and then invest time and effort in making it look nice. With the rest of the cash I would invest in fuel, go out and enjoy your car.

I would suggest your starting point is to understand what you are trying to achieve? Is it bragging rights down the pub (maximum BHP) or useable increases in the performance of the car. It is worth noting that BHP is the consequence of torque and engine speed. 100Nm of Torque at 1,000 rpm is...

Whilst some seem to claim an unproven link between their county and a deity, I can say with some authority that I am in the West of the Royal County.

Solid as a rock was a comparison to your comments about skittish and not settled. The car is comfortable enough for me relative to the handling. It feels settled and very connected to the road inspiring confidence.

The car is solid as a rock when making progress on everything from motorways to B roads. I'm currently enjoying the fine roads of Scotland in my other car, so a picture will have to wait until we return in a week or so.

Well I went from the standard Sport set up to Eibach Pro springs, dampers and anti roll bars. It improved the ride especially around town and transformed the handling. My wife commented that she no longer needed to slow down for bends!!! I then switched from 17" to 16" wheels. Again it...

January 2005 with quite a few mods just about to hit 140k.

In my view the best value upgrade is to spend your money on something else. Focus on what is important to you and your use of the car, not what may have value the future.

At Christmas the battery went flat, it did so a few times. The car would struggle to turn over from cold as if the battery was low and when warm would turn over a few times before springing into life. Audi offered a free diagnostic check, all clear. They suggested changing the injectors for...

According to DIS 2 my long term average is 59.2 MPG.

I also have the Eibach pro set up. The ride height and comfort was similar to the original Sport set up, however the handling was transformed. My wife thought me changing the suspension was just boys and their toys nonsense. The first time she drove it after it was done she came and said she...

The centre arm rest started rattling in the vertical position but was quiet when horizontal. I found the catch which opened the arm rest seemed to be loose when vertical, but gravity held it down in the horizontal position so it didn't rattle. I ended up gluing some felt to provide some...

Mine averages over 60mpg. The engine is nicely loosened up after 130k miles. That said it has been an expensive year: big service, second cam belt/water pump replacement plus doing all the bushes, but I spent nothing last year. Whilst at this age the depreciation is very little things will...

If you're worried about an engine going pop then focus on the service history. Taking a more positive approach to your decision, buy the 3.2. You won't regret it. The 2.0T is a great engine, but the 3.2 is on another level. It could even be a future classic.

If you're worried about an engine going pop then focus on the service history. Taking a more positive approach to your decision, buy the 3.2. You won't regret it. The 2.0T is a great engine, but the 3.2 is on another level. It could even be a future classic.