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They use an air filter, in a box, fed by some ducting. This sucks air in, clever stuff happens in the engine when the air mixes fuel & it creates fire, which gives power. A lot of the Gti6 boys used to fit K&N filters in the box, then feed them with bigger ducts, low down below the bumper...
According to Parkers, etc they are worth less as they cost less new.
However, in the eyes of the enthusiast, 172 cup's are worth more than 'FF' 172's as they are perceived as being better/more pure, whereas the 'FF' is considered to be more the black sheep of the family ...
Id pay extra for...
Why thank you :o
Tbh, i see exactly what you're saying as well, the Trophy does handle incredibly well, a good 230bhp would be ideal for me .... but as you say, a car is only as quick as your right foot, so if the part throttle response is still there, & its not all lag & boost (so as to upset...
Whilst i admire the engineering & skill that has gone into this, i personally dont see the point, mind you im not one for straight line glory.
340bhp in a fwd clio reknowned for its lithe handling prowess. No thanks.
Power corrupts, etc.
Well done for having the balls to do it though :D
I thought that only worked on 306 Gti6's :eek: iirc it lowers the centre of gravity & makes it faster through the twisties!!
Goes outside to fold seats down on the Trophy ...