There’s no denying that European vehicles here in New Zealand are fast becoming the affordable performance cars to own. Long gone are the days where Japanese performance vehicles are being sold at a fraction of the cost — it’s gone full circle, and it’s unlikely to change anytime soon. They make sense too, with huge aftermarket support coming out from the United States, Europe and United Kingdom, and a touch closer to home; Australia with Turbosmart. This aftermarket support means you can purchase something like a Volkswagen Golf GTI, or BMW 135i and spend a couple of thousand on upgrades, leaving you with something very quick on the street.
Harrys Euro is no stranger to this philosophy, with their entire business based around maintaining, tuning, modifying, and supplying parts for performance European vehicles with Audi and Volkswagen sitting right there in the centre. No performance workshop is complete without a couple of test vehicles, and owner Scott Wood pilots an Audi RS3 at as many drag days as he possibly can — all in the name of development. His customer Phillip Otto pilots this Volkswagen Golf R, which Harrys Euro sponsor.
Harrys Euro is a Turbosmart reseller, so we took the camera down to capture the team installing a Turbosmart Kompact BOV to the Golf R. The team confidently installed the BOV in what felt like minutes, with the task being capable of a novice enthusiast.
The Kompact EM Range boasts patent-pending tech for seamless integration with your vehicle's system, replacing outdated designs prone to wear and performance issues. Turbosmart EM provides a secure mechanical seal against boost, along with proven boost-balance piston tech for enhanced performance.
Unlike traditional mechanical valves requiring extra hardware and modifications, the EM valve does away with these needs. It utilises an internal reference and patented control system, powered by a high-speed solenoid, ensuring a hassle-free direct replacement and connection to the factory unit.
Available in Plumb Back and Dual Port options, the Kompact EM range offers versatility without compromising on performance or reliability.
Upgrades:
INTEGRATED ENGINEERING Stage 2 ECU and TCU
IE carbon intake
IE Turbo elbow
IE intercooler
Harrys Euro 3.5inch catless Downpipe
Turbosmarrt Kompact BOV
407HP at the crank on 98
Current best time is 11.7-seconds
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