For simplicity 12v, for reliability 24v. Neither are great and both have chain guide issues due to metal on plastic contact points. No matter what you’re looking at a car that’s a minimum of 16 years old. 24v would be my choice because they came in the mk4 which was just an overall more pleasant daily experience than the mk3 as a total package. The 24v also comes equipped with the o2m six speed manual, which is more expensive service wise, but more than makes up for it in durability and driving experience. The mk3 is a well loved generation but it isn’t a particularly great car.
Awesome. Thanks for the info. My brother had an 03 GTI with the 6 speed. It was a great car and the transmission was incredibly smooth. I’ve been looking mostly for a Mk4 Jetta but I wouldtond the GTI just for the practicality of a hatchback.
I had a 12v vr6 in a mk3 gti, my brother had a 24v mk4 jetta…they were identical in terms lf acceleration. 12v was definitely simpler but both were amazing.
Just a quick question since you seem to know a lot about this stuff…
Which vr6 is better overall the 12v or the 24v?
For simplicity 12v, for reliability 24v. Neither are great and both have chain guide issues due to metal on plastic contact points. No matter what you’re looking at a car that’s a minimum of 16 years old. 24v would be my choice because they came in the mk4 which was just an overall more pleasant daily experience than the mk3 as a total package. The 24v also comes equipped with the o2m six speed manual, which is more expensive service wise, but more than makes up for it in durability and driving experience. The mk3 is a well loved generation but it isn’t a particularly great car.
mk4 also available in 12v.
Correct, but buying any 24v means it’s only mk4 chassis.
Awesome. Thanks for the info. My brother had an 03 GTI with the 6 speed. It was a great car and the transmission was incredibly smooth. I’ve been looking mostly for a Mk4 Jetta but I wouldtond the GTI just for the practicality of a hatchback.
I had a 12v vr6 in a mk3 gti, my brother had a 24v mk4 jetta…they were identical in terms lf acceleration. 12v was definitely simpler but both were amazing.