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Yeah doesn’t seem to be night and day from what you read online regarding the performance. I actually prefer the styling of the FK8 but now think it looks dated, or is starting to. However the FL5 interior looks a class above IMO. The nearest one for sale is over 60miles away! Sent from my...

I’ve heavily considered the M135i at one point. Nice colour, love the interior in them, particularly the red. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Probably the 2 colours I wouldn’t go for too. Black is just a nightmare. I like the red but think it’s overkill with the interior. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Excellent write up. I did also have a chuckle at the AC comment. It was hopeless in the FK8. Surprised at the overall lack of chat on the FL5! I’d likely be mapping mine from the get go if it is what opt for! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Agree this looks great. Never really liked champ white as it always looks dirty to me but I think car suits it well especially with those touches! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks I did try to search. Yeah I was surprised at the lack of discussion. Not many cars about tbf though, I’m yet to see one in the wild. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hi all, Haven’t been on here for a good few years, had an FK8 for about 18 months and loved the car. Several cars later I’m back to the Type R as a contender for my next one, this time looking at an FL5. What’s the view on this, who has made the switch? I also had a cat back on my FK8...

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It's the offset that makes the handling difference. The stock ones are et60, 8.5j. A lot of Americans change them and swear by et45, 9.5j. Will fill you arch very nicely. If its just a daily you'll probably not notice the difference. It's need smaller wheel IMO, ride on 20s even in comfort is...

Good stuff. It's the old cliche of 'how it should have come from factory' in my opinion. When I went from the Scirocco R to that I couldn't notice much straight line difference but the bluespark definitely adds that bit extra! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Great to see you're enjoying the bluespark! [emoji122][emoji16] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

We've started started a sepreate forum. Type R Alumni - German branch Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Mines gone from 27 to 23.5. Got to say I'm chuffed. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Maybe they wiped the mud splats off my front bumper and realised there were a few stone chips under there [emoji48] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

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[emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] ... Wait have you been spying on me?! [emoji16] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I think this is me leaving the building. Exhaust sold, tuning box sold... Test driven, deposit down and finance sorted on a German whip. All the best fellas [emoji23] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Will PM you. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Bought it April 2019 on 48 month PCP, whatever that maths is, so a fair bit left. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Granted it a pointless race but I've just watched it and I've got to say if there was anything to watch to not make me regret this afternoons sale... Its that [emoji23] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Haha, I will see you at a set of traffic lights someday soon... in my rear view [emoji23] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Mine was on PCP... Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

What you got then?! I'm after something with 4 rings and 3 letters lol. Phoned about a nice silver one and someone had already put a deposit down to pick it up this weekend... Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Hopefully you've not eyed up the car I'm looking at [emoji23] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Still can't believe I've got that much. Next best quote was just over 24. Convinced there is a glitch in the system but happy days! He noted 2 microscopic stones chips but still got full price (less the admin fee). Sold the exhaust this morning too, couple more bits taken off it that'll go in...

WBAC. 27k. Done. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

SOLD SOLD SOLD! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I feel I'm dangerously close to said cliff [emoji23] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Hasn't changed (since it bizarrely went up). 27k. I'm thinking it only changes if the car clocks another 1k miles or if its a new month. As I updated a few times in Sept with my increased mileage just to keep the 4 day price promise rolling and it hasn't changed. Hoping I get the new v5 in...

Refreshed my WBAC valuation. Took my private plate off online today. Booked in to get the exhaust swapped tomorrow. I think it's happening... Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Surprised. I've emailed them within the last couple of weeks and got a prompt response. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Email dream, they'll get back to you in a couple of days Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Yeah I knew the went to BCA. Took my corsa VXR there years back but didn't end up selling through them. Crazy really I rang a local performance specialist and I've had another conversation with the car buying group. Both told me they can't understand it get up to WBAC as soon as I put the...

So my WBAC offer has gone up by 700 quid, very tempted to get shot. I've no idea how it's actually gone up 2 weeks on and increasing the mileage accordingly. I've got a final job interview on Tuesday so that should sway me either way depending on how that goes. Was expecting an offer this week...

Modifying your FK8 under warranty... Damned if you do and seemingly damned if you don't [emoji2369] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

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I just can't help getting the itch, no jokes please. Had my last motor on a lease so was tied in for 3 years! Infotainment is one thing. Build quality is a subjective thing I suppose but in comparison I didn't have a single rattle, knock or squeak from my Scirocco R in 3 years and 30k. The...

Honestly no idea. I change my mind like my underpants. I've looked at the new M135i. Maybe the motech edition or m performance bits added. Cracking deals on brand spankers but then I think will there be an M140i. Also looked at used RS3s. As much as I'm supposed to be WFH for months I'm...

If I get what they offered I'd get my deposit plus some change back. Had it for coming up at 18months so in the same way I've ticked the box. It's a perfect all rounder but the biggest thing I miss is German quality! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I rang my local Honda this week. Not interested in buying anything as they're overstocked and another call from the car buying group. Told me to snap WBAC hands off if I got fully price as they're not even going for that at auction. However with having to get my exhaust put back to stock and...

I just think of all the £££ I could pocket until next year and what could be sat on the drive in its place. I bought and sold from auctions for a few years not so long back so would probably buy and flip a few cheap re around in the interim. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Mines sitting at 26235 from them. I think you're the second to sell to them without them knocking it down. Very tempted! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Was that private? If so what did you originally have it up for. I go from costing stage 2 to thinking about how much I could sell it for in the space of 2 weeks! [emoji23] I've just been advised I'm working from home until March 21 so it's going to be an expensive driveway decoration! Sent...

What did you get for it? What reg/mileage? Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Can anyone give me the dimensions of the cat back flange that connects to the front pipe? Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Highly doubt it, think I'd have some swirl marks somewhere but it's immaculate. I'm thinking stone chips but then maybe the pressure washer has taken its toll on one bit. Will try and see what Honda say about getting it done under warranty. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Has anyone had any issues with the rubbers around the windows? Across the top of my. Windscreen mine is started to get damaged and has a 'flap' in one place, albeit only a tiny section. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

So what was their justification for rejecting the claim? Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Ah right, nightmare. What mods did you have and what was the issue? Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Well that's a given. The dealer has already clocked my cat back and I'm sure if something went bang Honda would want a report from the Ecu and question why the sensor values are reading a little higher form the tuning box. The way I look at is that I could have bought a slightly older but...

68 plate with 11k miles. 26245 is my valuation from them. Very interesting! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Thanks for the input guys. To be honest I'm actually just thinking about going stage 1 at this point and leaving it there. It's interesting about the overheating thing though, I know it seems to be the number one issue but seems like Paul West doesn't necessarily agree. For me it might get to...

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Can't argue with that for tuning but long trip to get a service isn't it? Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Where you going to get yours tuned? Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Very interesting... I've got the service pack but can't say I'd look forward to main dealer prices, is a retest covered too? Having said that I'm about 1 and a half years away from my first mot! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I haven't, had it into the dealer twice and they tried all sorts. Will give that a go Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

The main thing rattle wise has been a sort of buzzing or static from the headliner. Anyone else had this? My exhaust kind of distracts me from this now [emoji16] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

JM actually offer a 'stage 2' package without an option for intercooler, they market that as 'stage 3'. They're running an open day in a couple of weeks so hoping to get chance to speak to someone and quiz them a little. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

It's all about £, I'd have the lot if money was no object. Well actually I'd have a Ferarri! I'm not going to track the car loads, maybe once or twice, if at all. I just want a bit more when I stick my foot down hence thinking a down pipe would do the trick. Up here JM imports and Btg...

On most of the US forums it seems to be 2nd and 3rd. The box is notchy in my opinion anyway but I like that feel, more mechanical. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Never really had an issue, if anything, once or twice I think that was due to my sloppy clutch depression. Seems to be more a US problem for some reason even though they're all made in the same factory. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

My mind just assumed he said FK2... Not FN2! [emoji1787] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Can't give you a view vs FK2 but my previous car was a Scirocco R (face-lift 280ps). Personally despite the big power difference on a short blast to 60 I can't feel any noticable difference in acceleration. In fact the book time is identical. I will say the way it gets there though is much...

Just reread this. Doesn't impact the modes at all. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

It's kind of a myth, sort of, that removing your cat is illegal. If the car still passes omissions tests then there isn't an issue. A lot of insurers, including mine, will specifically list a decat as a mod. Its VOSA not the police or the insurer that would say the car doesn't meet omissions...

Will do [emoji106] Like I say not chasing numbers, to be honest I'd like to keep it below 395 as I'm insured up to a 25% increase in bhp... Not sure how they'd find out if it was over! I'm not interested in an intercooler or anything more, like you say you can go crazy. Not worth it for a...

Thanks I've got him on insta already, actually messaged him a while back. Warrington is too much of a trek for me. JM imports have about as good a rep as you can get on jap cars albeit not type r specialists so think I'll probably end up getting the map there. They quote gains of 70-90 hp at...

So this might be a bit of an essay... I'm thinking about a remap and pondering whether to go stage 1 or 2. Will stage 1 be enough for me day to day, yes but I'm thinking I might as well do it properly! There are a few good places up here but no out and out Honda specialists. JM Imports seem to...

Not sure if you're on Instagram but I messaged him a while back, very responsive. Asked loads of questions, seemed happy to have a conversation rather than just yes and nos. @king_tuna1 Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

No idea. Probably not unless is got something different in the paint in the platinum kit Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Chipex, exact colour match. Excellent stuff. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Got a good bath today, rubbers done, couple of stone chips tended to and topped up with some fusso speed and barrier. Didn't scrub up too bad! [/IMG] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Ah that does sound knackered rather than just generally crap. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I think everyone's AC is knackered... As in its just generally crap! Had mine regassed and checks for leaks under warranty, made no difference! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Yeah I found some rotas that were et50 but 9j. Then bbs do a few at et 48 I think. I've actually been looking at some sparco assesto garas in 19 inch. Et 47. Alright they're on 1/3 focus St's in the UK but for £900 and made by OZ racing what more do you want haha. Sent from my VOG-L29 using...

Yes FK2 is et60. I was thinking about a new set of wheels, 1. Just because 2. Tyre choice (size and price), might rethink now! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

What's the issue with the speedo? Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

If you search the forum there is another thread on this topic relatively recently. Personally I cheaped out, just a little, and replaced with bridgestone Potenza s001s. Doing me just fine for daily use after 4500 miles. A lot of people seem to go with PS4Ss but you might want to check out the...

My paint is pretty spotless and swirl free at the minute so leaving it as long as possible before getting the clay bar and dual action on it. Usually just do a chemical decon, hand polish and fusso every 6 months. Will probably bite the bullet and get it booked in for a coating once the paint...

Looks A1 that! Not sure I'd have the patience, a coat of fusso is about my limit [emoji846] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Just seen a champ white in the flesh, that wasn't spanking clean, for the first time. Can't say it did much to pull me away from polished metal! Was mapped by TDI North with what looked like a milltec, sounded well though! On Seaham sea front around 7.30 for any of the lads from the North East...

Meanwhile I've hit avg MPG of 30.0 for the first time since picking my car up! [emoji23] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

If only my garage was as wide as this, can just about get it in (no jokes please)! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I've had mine on the dyno with the panel K&N panel filter and cat back (which is pretty much straight through). Zero gains. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I'll eat my hat if he's getting anything above 330 without a map. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Prl do their own 'stage 1' intake kit too. This but a blue panel filter, probably made by K&N anyway! Dotty do you notice much noise difference with the K&N, I feel like I do a bit but can't figure out if it's just placebo. That being said my exhaust drowns it out now anyway! Sent from my...

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This is what made me just buy a K&N panel filter. That and the one hondata did which basically proves most of the early intakes are crap as they heat soak. Don't test prl, eventuri or the injen evo though Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Well I say Sunderland... Houghton so even closer. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I'm in Sunderland. That's the trouble, sometimes difficult to guage on the net but I figure if anyone knows what they're doing hks are bound it get it right! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

The custom system is loud and does sound well, everyone comments on it. Had another custom fabricator say its the best exhaust system he's ever seen craftsmanship wise. I just like the look of the HKS, proper jap style and think the smaller diameter pipe and extra resonators will take the edge...

I've got a 3 inch custom cat back on at the minute. Miltek style tips. Nice piece, very nice. Done by the exhaust doctor in Newcastle, has the best rep in the North East by a long way. I fancy the HKS spec l though [emoji108] Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I just couldn't justify spending that much on my FK8, I always think about what else I could have bought if I'd kept the money and piled it in to a motor. Then again might be a different story if I but the bullet! Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

Buy twice... I made that mistake getting a custom exhaust. Lovely bit of kit for what it is but want to get rid and replace with something a bit more refined. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I'm not going to go past stage 2 for mine so I've just got a K&N panel filter in at the minute. Bang for buck, factoring in heat soak, it out does most other intakes from what I've seen, with the exceptions of the afore mentioned. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

I think most would go for the eventuri if they could so fair play if you've got the £ Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

If its helps Paul West of TDI told me the PRL intake is the best bang for buck and the new Injen Evo intake is also awesome. No where near as blingy but fraction of the price of the eventuri Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

All personal preference but I don't get not taking it to the dealer if you've got the service pack. Even if they do supply you the parts they won't stamp it and if something goes bang you can bet your bottom dollar Honda UK won't approve any warranty claims. Just ring round your local dealers...