Time 2 Get ECU'd!!!

[GT3]

In fact, under the consumer protection provisions of the TPA, the question is a matter of evidence -- which may be on your side. For example, if you can show that a certain part broke (such as a gearbox ), and that there are other reports of the same problem or documentary evidence that the mfr is aware of the problem, then the mfr has a statutory liability regardless of the terms of its own mfr's warranty, which can only be offset if they produce evidence you may have mistreated or abused the car in some way. The fact you may have fitted performance enhancements -- such as a chip, which the mfr says limits their mfr's warranty, is not sufficent evidence in itself to void that statutory warranty.

Take note VWA

[T Go]

That's the way they bully you.

In fact, under the consumer protection provisions of the TPA, the question is a matter of evidence -- which may be on your side. For example, if you can show that a certain part broke (such as a gearbox ), and that there are other reports of the same problem or documentary evidence that the mfr is aware of the problem, then the mfr has a statutory liability regardless of the terms of its own mfr's warranty, which can only be offset if they produce evidence you may have mistreated or abused the car in some way. The fact you may have fitted performance enhancements -- such as a chip, which the mfr says limits their mfr's warranty, is not sufficent evidence in itself to void that statutory warranty.

OOooooooooweeee!

I feel like I'm watchin an episode of Law and Order!

[Timbo]

That's the way they bully you.

In fact, under the consumer protection provisions of the TPA, the question is a matter of evidence -- which may be on your side. For example, if you can show that a certain part broke (such as a gearbox ), and that there are other reports of the same problem or documentary evidence that the mfr is aware of the problem, then the mfr has a statutory liability regardless of the terms of its own mfr's warranty, which can only be offset if they produce evidence you may have mistreated or abused the car in some way. The fact you may have fitted performance enhancements -- such as a chip, which the mfr says limits their mfr's warranty, is not sufficent evidence in itself to void that statutory warranty.

[VW GTI]

All insurance/warranty claims are denied if there is something else that could be blamed. This saves the companies a lot of money as the people who don't know better accept them.

All you need to do is fight it.

[GT3]

If the chip DIRECTLY effects something and they can prove it, it will void your warranty for that piece of work.

Keep in mind that if there's a way for "them" to avoid a warranty payment, then chances are they will. ..and according to "them", "any" modification (under the terms of the warranty) will make the warranty null and void. You can't assume they will approve a claim simply bc there's no (direct) connection to existing modifications. The onus would be on the claimant to contest the terms of the warranty and to seek a redress.

[VW GTI]

If your door handle or cup holder breaks they are still covered.

If the chip DIRECTLY effects something and they can prove it, it will void your warranty for that piece of work.

[poloplayer]

Wow, sounding good guys. It doesnt void the car warranty though does it? Even though possible issues that it might cause won't be covered.

[GT3]

...picked up my brand new Polo GTI from the dealers at 5pm and it was APR flashed at 6pm (17 klms on clock). ..as far as I'm concerned, that's how it did come out of the factory, wouldn't have a clue about hey they go stock

[DaveMack]

I must have been not long after you, Johan. Mine was chipped early 06 as well. No problems ... only pleasures

Dave

[Sharkie]

I had mine chipped a day after I took delivery. Brand new in Jan 06. One of the 1st for APR for the Polo.

I have not had a single issue with it since then (2.5 years later). It has always been great and performance has been amazing.

Even if you do nothing else ..... DO THE CHIP.... it turns it from a mildly warm hatch into a hot hatch with no visible sign (even to the dealers) and so much better to drive. It is how it should have been from the factory.

I would not spend extra to get an Oettinger chip. Its the same code as an APR one and APR has a pretty troublefree reputation.

[VW GTI]

I've had it since March (2 months after I took delivery). I've not had any issues (including a track day).

[poloplayer]

Does the chip ever cause any issues? i.e. is the warranty coverage of the oettinger chip for the extra money worth it?

[DUBING]

what prefect timing.... maybe...

[Guy_H]

Aussie Dollar holding steady now,

And also we are APR's #1 world wide dealer now also helps our position a bit

[GT3]

yay for competition, market forces at work