Have you driven Golf 4 GTI ? I hear countless people saying that the handling is Horrible. You also said the Polo GTI has bad handling, I was wondering if its better than the Golf 4 GTI. I have hard time choosing between (handling wise) VW Polo GTI (9n3) and the Seat Ibiza FR (Mk 3) They have the same platform, size, engine.
No I haven't had the chance to drive a golf mk4 GTI. But read online somewhere, they said mk1-mk3 was one of the best at the time. Mk4 unfortunately failed to continue the legacy. That's why mk5 was over engineered - to bring back the glorious day of golf. Stock form, 9n3 Polo GTI doesn't really have that bad of a handling actually. It's only a different story once remapped to >200hp. This is the reason Volkswagen only tune it max to 180hp only for 9n3 cup edition polo. Volkswagen wanted the car to be balanced, power and handling wise. Aren't 9n3 Polo GTI and 6L Seat Ibiza FR shares the same chassis (PQ24)?
Its definitely a plus point if its a manual. They dont make cars like this nowadays. Arif why did u say its a bad handling car? Does it understeer too much midway corners? or torque steer is unpredictable? Or is it something else.
Manuals is about listening to the engine, anticipate road condition & take action. Not forgetting the art of clutch balancing. It took skill to master it. Sorry in advance bro :p
Dude nice car..i have a 08 vw polo gti 9n3 as well...it is my grocery getter and my occasional drive to my office in kl...yes my car has the bilstein suspension, r8 coil packs,kn low restriction filter..yes agreed...you need to learn how to drive it and tame it...it is a beautiful machine
Lee Howtze common problems at this age would be clutches, clutch pump, cracked plastic hoses, cracked dash, worn bushes, engine mountings, some sensors, etc. Of course, if previously modded, expect larger extend of wear and tears. 😁 prices should be around 25k-35k. Avoid super cheap ones, as they tend to unravel some mysteries afterwards hahah
More VW content please! This is very well produced and pretty engaging to watch, too 👌
Coming up! 😉
Wow... Nice review bruh. Video editing was nice too.. Keep it up. Thumbs up.. 👍👍
Appreciate the comment 🙏🏻 will improve
Love the exhaust note
It's in stock form though. Seen some YT vids with much better notes out there 😋
Bro had a coupè, mad respect
Have you driven Golf 4 GTI ? I hear countless people saying that the handling is Horrible.
You also said the Polo GTI has bad handling, I was wondering if its better than the Golf 4 GTI.
I have hard time choosing between (handling wise)
VW Polo GTI (9n3) and the Seat Ibiza FR (Mk 3)
They have the same platform, size, engine.
No I haven't had the chance to drive a golf mk4 GTI.
But read online somewhere, they said mk1-mk3 was one of the best at the time. Mk4 unfortunately failed to continue the legacy.
That's why mk5 was over engineered - to bring back the glorious day of golf.
Stock form, 9n3 Polo GTI doesn't really have that bad of a handling actually.
It's only a different story once remapped to >200hp.
This is the reason Volkswagen only tune it max to 180hp only for 9n3 cup edition polo.
Volkswagen wanted the car to be balanced, power and handling wise.
Aren't 9n3 Polo GTI and 6L Seat Ibiza FR shares the same chassis (PQ24)?
I've driven both and Polo is better than the Golf, lighter and more precise feeling to it.
Its definitely a plus point if its a manual. They dont make cars like this nowadays. Arif why did u say its a bad handling car? Does it understeer too much midway corners? or torque steer is unpredictable? Or is it something else.
Nice car bro! Is it very difficult to source parts for the engine and transmission?
thanks! Not at all, the hard part is the cosmetic replacements.
Is the car reliable?
What exhaust do you have?
It's a stock exhaust, just positioning of microphone nearer to it 😁
What happened to this car? Engine still ok or sold?
All performing well. Am still using it now :)
you're an owner too?
Manuals is about listening to the engine, anticipate road condition & take action. Not forgetting the art of clutch balancing. It took skill to master it. Sorry in advance bro :p
A bonus especially the sound the gear shift makes during shifting.
Sorry for what, stalling a manual the other day!? haha
Dude nice car..i have a 08 vw polo gti 9n3 as well...it is my grocery getter and my occasional drive to my office in kl...yes my car has the bilstein suspension, r8 coil packs,kn low restriction filter..yes agreed...you need to learn how to drive it and tame it...it is a beautiful machine
Cool 👍🏻 There’s not much of 9n3 Owners here. Should meet up some day
@@LMNZR agree with you..we should meet man
How is the fuel consumption?
Toni Sedmak it is surprisingly good for a 1.8 ancient engine - as long as you’re using a good engine oil that is.
6.8 - 11
Just bought one a month ago 😂
We should have some TT sometime yo!
@@LMNZR what should i be aware of and wht is the market price of it?saw 1 on mudah for 20k
Lee Howtze common problems at this age would be clutches, clutch pump, cracked plastic hoses, cracked dash, worn bushes, engine mountings, some sensors, etc. Of course, if previously modded, expect larger extend of wear and tears. 😁 prices should be around 25k-35k. Avoid super cheap ones, as they tend to unravel some mysteries afterwards hahah
Ok noted
@@LMNZR agreed but with so few sold in malaysia...doubt you will be able to find super cheap ones