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Old 08-16-2013, 09:27 PM   #116 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by GreenHornet View Post
I think that the 1.4 Liter TDI used in the older Polo cars or the 1.2L used in the Lupo would be a good engine for a comparable eco speedster vehicle. This is my idea for the GT3 model. I have a friend who is local in my city who imports the 1.4 Liter TDI often and sometimes can get the 1.2 liter. They are new and cost around $4,200. So I will have to save up my pennies LOL!

My thought is get the platform build and worked out with a used inexpensive 1.9L then adapt it to the more fuel efficient 1.4 Liter and or 1.2L TDI engines.
The 1.4L is basically a 1.9L with one less cylinder...
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