I think Pendle does a 204 remap but not a 150 yet.
I have had a number if cars remapped by Superchips in Buckingham. Never had an issue with warranty. The installer always said that because you are not replacing a physical chip; more recoding what is already there, it can't be "seen". You should always tell your insurer though.
The first car I had done was a 6 month old A4, and it was actually the dealer that introduced me to the concept. It was a 104ps but I wanted the 130ps, but the dealer did not have one and i was looking for an ex-demo. So to tempt me into the sale they said I could get it remapped, and they even took it there for me before I picked it up. So they clearly weren't too fussed about it.
Equally, the remappers say that it causes no issues for the vehicle as long as it remains within certain tolerance's, and the UK models are de-tuned anyway.
The first car I had done was a 6 month old A4, and it was actually the dealer that introduced me to the concept. It was a 104ps but I wanted the 130ps, but the dealer did not have one and i was looking for an ex-demo. So to tempt me into the sale they said I could get it remapped, and they even took it there for me before I picked it up. So they clearly weren't too fussed about it.
Equally, the remappers say that it causes no issues for the vehicle as long as it remains within certain tolerance's, and the UK models are de-tuned anyway.
Errrmm, do you think the remappers might be a wee bit biased?! Do they think the UK A45 Merc with almost 400bhp from a tiny 2.0 engine is "de-tuned?" TBH I think 201bhp from a 2.0 diesel is pushing it quite far.
I wouldn't touch a remapped car with a bargepole, nor would many others. "Hiding" one come re-sale or servicing (or insurance) is deceitful, dishonest and likely to cause major headaches for the next owner.
Almost no one upgrades brakes, suspension, gearbox or anything to deal with the extra power; in the "old" days of tuning, all were upgraded in line with power increases. Remap something with the already weak 5 speed VW box and you are simply asking for trouble.
Push a DSG box too hard and you're asking for trouble.
Remapping is part of the "must have it now" society of easy fixes without thought for the long term issues. I know plenty who have remapped a car/van and it's led to non stop disasters. Failed turbos, gearbox trouble, all sorts.
All I can say is based upon my own personal experience, and it's never caused a problem, and every time led to better fuel efficiency as well. Equally, when the vehicle was sold the purchaser was informed of the remap. It is then up to them what they choose to do about it in terms of resale and insurance.
Interesting views..
My ford galaxy is remapped
Missis skoda roomster is remapped
My A8 was remapped (sold now with map on and the guy was pleased)
never had an issue...
BUT
as i said my friend S6 was mapped (gearbox failed)
he de-mapped it and took to Audi for repair under warranty
Audi knew it had been mapped and even knew the map was removed the day after the gearbox failed !
My ford galaxy is remapped
Missis skoda roomster is remapped
My A8 was remapped (sold now with map on and the guy was pleased)
never had an issue...
BUT
as i said my friend S6 was mapped (gearbox failed)
he de-mapped it and took to Audi for repair under warranty
Audi knew it had been mapped and even knew the map was removed the day after the gearbox failed !
Seems that they can tell after all.
204ps is fine for me, it's personal choice but I would never remap under warranty unless manufacturer approved, for me it's just not worth the risk.
Volvo approve Polestar conversions under warranty surprised VW don't offer a service?
Volvo approve Polestar conversions under warranty surprised VW don't offer a service?
Vw don't need to do it. They already have the same engine with 3 different maps.
The 102ps is the best seller.
For example a t26 84ps panel van otr price is £23,678. A t26 102ps panel van otr price is £24,813. The only difference is the map on the engine.
A typical remap is £395. Where is the logic in buying the 102ps....... all manufactures release engines capable of so much more. It comes down to a compromise of emissions, price gap cost and competition.
I personally don't give a monkeys about warrenty. By the time I have attached to get a problem fixed usually not asap I lose £300-400 a day in business where's I can get my local garage to do it quicker and less loss of earning to me.
I want a Euro 6 remap asap.
The 102ps is the best seller.
For example a t26 84ps panel van otr price is £23,678. A t26 102ps panel van otr price is £24,813. The only difference is the map on the engine.
A typical remap is £395. Where is the logic in buying the 102ps....... all manufactures release engines capable of so much more. It comes down to a compromise of emissions, price gap cost and competition.
I personally don't give a monkeys about warrenty. By the time I have attached to get a problem fixed usually not asap I lose £300-400 a day in business where's I can get my local garage to do it quicker and less loss of earning to me.
I want a Euro 6 remap asap.
Like we all seem to be saying horses for courses!
Totally agree. Everyone has a choice, and it is theirs alone to make, just because it is not for everyone, does not make it the wrong choice. Human evolution at its best.
Donttouchthevanmate
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I'm thinking of doing the same to my 66 plate. I've just been reading about the drawbacks regarding warranty and stuff.
But I've come to the conclusion that as for warranty work being void after a remap, it aint work a w**k anyway. By the time they've booked it in, assessed it, spoke to some nob from VW, I'd have been off the road a week. This is where I bite the bullet and get my mate Matt to fix it. ( Ex VW Mechanic)
That's my rant out the way! I've read that Pendle is the way forward. I'm in Wolves, anyone near me got any recommendations?
But I've come to the conclusion that as for warranty work being void after a remap, it aint work a w**k anyway. By the time they've booked it in, assessed it, spoke to some nob from VW, I'd have been off the road a week. This is where I bite the bullet and get my mate Matt to fix it. ( Ex VW Mechanic)
That's my rant out the way! I've read that Pendle is the way forward. I'm in Wolves, anyone near me got any recommendations?
Another Pendle convert here 
The difference is amazing, have to say was like driving a new van. Loads better pickup and thro the gears, sooooo glad I got it done. (66 150)
The difference is amazing, have to say was like driving a new van. Loads better pickup and thro the gears, sooooo glad I got it done. (66 150)
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