Buying new and modifying at MRC

[DazN]

Hi,

I've just about sold my current E90 M3 and am taking a few months out of car ownership, however I've already decided that early next year I'll be looking for a B8 S4.

I like the facelift features which I believe are on the 62 plate onwards?

My dilemma is do I buy a non-facelift version for less money and get it to MRC for the full stage 2 (pulley etc) + milltek or look for a newer version, I'm unsure if doing such modifications is a good idea on a car still under dealer warranty?

Thanks!!

[999pooch]

MRC are still developing their software for the FL. I was told a few weeks ago they hope to have it ready for late September / October.

Only stage 1 will be available at first. Stage 2 being developed after they are happy stage 1 is OK.

Your only option for stage 2 would be APR, but they produce less power and most on here swear by MRC.

[MikeFish]

Get the pre-facelift and take it to MRC!!

[DazN]

I wasn't aware there were any mechanical / engine difference between the facelift versions, I thought it was all cosmetic?

[999pooch]

I wasn't aware there were any mechanical / engine difference between the facelift versions, I thought it was all cosmetic?

The facelift has the new Simos ECU, which has different encryption etc

[gangstarrrrr]

Get the facelift, enjoy it for a bit as standard and then get the mrc/apr treatment when it's available? Even as standard, it's a quick car.

[Nickyboy]

Revo had a brand new S5 at AITP today with a map, exhaust and intake. 0-60 in 3.84s without pulley upgrade. Similar can be had from the facelift S4. Can be done through ODB port as well.

[999pooch]

Revo had a brand new S5 at AITP today with a map, exhaust and intake. 0-60 in 3.84s without pulley upgrade. Similar can be had from the facelift S4. Can be done through ODB port as well.

Nicky, I spoke to a Revo agent last month and they said it was an ECU out job on the FL. Who did you talk to? would be interested in an OBD map myself

[Nickyboy]

Revo had a brand new S5 at AITP today with a map, exhaust and intake. 0-60 in 3.84s without pulley upgrade. Similar can be had from the facelift S4. Can be done through ODB port as well.

Nicky, I spoke to a Revo agent last month and they said it was an ECU out job on the FL. Who did you talk to? would be interested in an OBD map myself

I think they only released the ODB port thing a week ago. A Revo agent in Bristol told me as did the agents yesterday. Give the another call mate.

[999pooch]

Revo had a brand new S5 at AITP today with a map, exhaust and intake. 0-60 in 3.84s without pulley upgrade. Similar can be had from the facelift S4. Can be done through ODB port as well.

Nicky, I spoke to a Revo agent last month and they said it was an ECU out job on the FL. Who did you talk to? would be interested in an OBD map myself

I think they only released the ODB port thing a week ago. A Revo agent in Bristol told me as did the agents yesterday. Give the another call mate.

Nice one Nicky - rang our local agent this morning, and they have just had the software released to them this week! So I've bit the bullet and booked in for Friday

Daz N - I'll let you know how it goes.

They are going to map it running 95 Ron on Friday, because I have a full tank of the stuff and I'm not going anywhere. Then I'm switching to Super (99Ron) and they said they will re-map it to that for free after the car has run a couple of tanks through it. They also will switch the maps for free at servicing time.

[999pooch]

Oh - and 20% off till August 16th - bonus

[Nickyboy]

Amazing! I look forward to a write up. Are you just getting the software? The miltek non-res sounds nice if you're going down that route as well.

[DazN]

Good luck, will be interesting to hear what difference it makes.

So do you have the FL version of the S4?

[999pooch]

Good luck, will be interesting to hear what difference it makes.

So do you have the FL version of the S4?

Yeah, great car but like most cars just needs a little extra (about 100 horses extra )

[WhiteKnight]

How are you finding the car with the Revo remap. .do they still offer the SPS unit so you can switch to stock settings come service time. I found this a great feature on my Revo remapped mk2 TT .?