996TT owner buying s4 and needs Stage III+ mod advice
12-06-2005, 01:35 PM
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Coming from a 996TT you might want to call Mark @ Autospeed for some Garretts, downpipes,...
exhaust, and other goodies. Straight KO4's might not get you the difference you are looking for on the S4. His number is 856-207-5941. Even if you choose KO4's, he can help you. At least converse with him about your wants and needs and he can point you in the right direction. Trust me...you won't be disappointed.
12-06-2005, 01:38 PM
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You could also contact VAST Performance (vastperformance.com)...
They have done all the work on my car and have been great. They can source anything you want so it could be your one stop shop if you'd like. The prices are very reasonable, great service. They can do just about anything you ask, can go off the shelf or custom or whatever.
12-06-2005, 01:47 PM
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I have a 996TT X50 and a Stage III S4...
The X50 is faster, but it's not a night and day difference. I'm assuming your X50 is unmodded, because if you have chipped it, you're wasting your time trying to get the S4 to compete.
The S4 feels pretty close to as quick as the 911, though it doesn't have near the top end that the Porsche does (obviously). But running up to about 120-130, they aren't that different. I highly doubt you will be disappointed with a Stage III S4, they are very satisfying to drive. It does not feel like a dog after driving an X50.
Let me know if you have any other questions about the two cars.
The S4 feels pretty close to as quick as the 911, though it doesn't have near the top end that the Porsche does (obviously). But running up to about 120-130, they aren't that different. I highly doubt you will be disappointed with a Stage III S4, they are very satisfying to drive. It does not feel like a dog after driving an X50.
Let me know if you have any other questions about the two cars.
12-06-2005, 01:50 PM
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Also, stick to tried and tested K04 kits (APR, AWE, etc) for reliability
If you are concerned about the reliability of the car, do not go overboard with kits that only just came out or are pushing just too much power. I have been driving my Stage III for a couple years with zero related problems.