Polo 9n3 Performance Tracking Thread

**firdausasri** · 24-04-2013, 10:52 AM

Impressive timing. For Sepang, though I've not tracked much but given the right driver, I think 2:50-2:53 for decent modded Polo is possible. In contrast, stock FD2R Civic can easily dips below 2:45

**seangti** · 01-05-2013, 10:32 AM

Originally Posted by firdausasri

Impressive timing. For Sepang, though I've not tracked much but given the right driver, I think 2:50-2:53 for decent modded Polo is possible. In contrast, stock FD2R Civic can easily dips below 2:45

I wouldn't underestimate the similarity in lap times between a lightly modded but well set-up polo and that of a civic type R or any hot hatch bar megane/Focus RS. Though there a 2 polo's I know of in Aus lapping as quick as the Focus RS. Obviously a much longer track will make the marginal difference in pace more pronounced though my times are as quick (or quicker) as any other lightly modded integra, civic and clio sport. IMO, the biggest challenge with the polo is downforce, a front lip would be nice. And dear I say the other cars may be more rewarding/engaging when squeezing a lap time.

I'm in car 58, which they've called it a Golf.

http://racing.natsoft.com.au/results/#2

http://racing.natsoft.com.au/6356798...392.93G/View?2

**firdausasri** · 02-05-2013, 10:18 AM

Sean,

In Sepang, FD2Rs tops higher than Megane 250 and Focus RS. Probably the circuit suits better for FD2R. In all out time attack, well prepped FD2R tops 2:28 higher than most participating supercars except for CBR35 GTR. Anyway, I can't see the results based on the link you provided...

**seangti** · 02-05-2013, 10:43 AM

Originally Posted by firdausasri

Sean,

In Sepang, FD2Rs tops higher than Megane 250 and Focus RS. Probably the circuit suits better for FD2R. In all out time attack, well prepped FD2R tops 2:28 higher than most participating supercars except for CBR35 GTR. Anyway, I can't see the results based on the link you provided...

Wow. I was thinking it was the hatchback civic rather than sedan, which is all we get and they aren't much chop. Would have considered the sedan if they'd arrived. Impressive piece of gear by the sound of it to better megane and focus. Not that I consider the polo in that league of hatchback champs.

Just checked the links, yeah don't know why they aren't going directly to the pages, needs to be clicked through. Circuit Racing at top centre, than 19/4/13 BMW track day.

**jamesatfish** · 02-05-2013, 10:59 AM

Originally Posted by seangti

Just checked the links, yeah don't know why they aren't going directly to the pages, needs to be clicked through. Circuit Racing at top centre, than 19/4/13 BMW track day.

Natsoft have introduced changes to their website preventing you from linking directly to race results - all links now take you to the main page which includes their advertising banners.

I guess you can't blame them for wanting some ad revenue given they host the results for free but it would have been nice to see that implemented in a more user-friendly manner.

**Redliner** · 02-05-2013, 05:33 PM

Originally Posted by seangti

Not that I consider the polo in that league of hatchback champs.

I disagree. Check out this link from a mildly modified Polo GTI against a Porsche GT3. Got the the link from UK Polos.net.
Polo GTI VS Porsche GT3 @ Nurburgring - YouTube

Smart mods and good driving.

**seangti** · 03-05-2013, 08:52 AM

Originally Posted by seangti

Not that I consider mypolo in that league of hatchback champs.

Originally Posted by Redliner

I disagree. Check out this link from a mildly modified Polo GTI against a Porsche GT3. Got the the link from UK Polos.net.
Polo GTI VS Porsche GT3 @ Nurburgring - YouTube

Smart mods and good driving.

Corrected

For a car that is built on humble origins, with some smart mods it can punch above it's weight yet retain driveability and comfort. I like that about a car.

A Focus RS and Megane have their chests pumped like they're out to prove everything else inadequate - and there is some appeal to that to

**VWindahouse** · 03-05-2013, 10:39 AM

That was a great clip! Really enjoyed watching that, we so need an Nburg replica here in OZ. Anyone got a spare 50 Mill?

**firdausasri** · 03-05-2013, 10:50 AM

Originally Posted by seangti

Corrected

For a car that is built on humble origins, with some smart mods it can punch above it's weight yet retain driveability and comfort. I like that about a car.

A Focus RS and Megane have their chests pumped like they're out to prove everything else inadequate - and there is some appeal to that to

Second that Sean