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Go stage 1 and don't look back. You can also save some cash by waiting for the summer sales many tuners have. APR throws in a full loaded tune for $600. Revo usually does 15-20% off, so stage 1 can be had for as low as $300. Can't speak much about clutch options since I have DSG, but don't forget to swap to R8 coils. Stock coils usually fail after going stage 1, fortunately this is a cheap and easy mod.
I also have projector headlight reps from Eds with Morimoto ballasts. Had them for over six months and they've been reliable and one of my favorite mods. They perform great once they're aimed correctly.
Go stage 1 and don't look back. You can also save some cash by waiting for the summer sales many tuners have. APR throws in a full loaded tune for $600. Revo usually does 15-20% off, so stage 1 can be had for as low as $300. Can't speak much about clutch options since I have DSG, but don't forget to swap to R8 coils. Stock coils usually fail after going stage 1, fortunately this is a cheap and easy mod.
I also have projector headlight reps from Eds with Morimoto ballasts. Had them for over six months and they've been reliable and one of my favorite mods. They perform great once they're aimed correctly.