The Mega Mk7 Golf GTI/GTD/R thread

Ionised

JoeA3 wrote:

Bring a large tub of lube along with you!

JoeA3 wrote:

Strange. The above comment was directed at a post which has since disappeared. Incase anyone’s confused

Still good life advice though!

maddness

I've bought a few cars from the UK and they really won't haggle very much in most cases. I was looking at Golf R prices recently there as there are loads back from 3 year finance deals but as you said most are very basic with the smaller 18" Cadiz wheels.
Unless you can go over and spend a few days buying a car you will also have to trust the dealer about the car, can be risky but that's how you save money.
If you are really concerned about it buy a car here and pay the extra money for peace of mind.

JoeA3

Ya loads of UK cars are “lease spec”. Anything decent commands a fair premium.

hooch-85

This looks like a tasty GTi, seems well priced too but the VRT would probably be 5k or so?

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/volkswagen-golf-2-0-tsi-gti-hatchback-dsg-5dr/16847827

JoeA3

OSI wrote: »

Where's the red badges? Front calipers don't look right for a PP either.

Red badges weren’t standard till mid ‘14. It’s a PP alright, the calipers are clearly the larger variety.

Micky 32

Lads,

Ive been in contact with Mark from safe and sound in the uk. They fit the autowatch ghost immobiliser.
https://www.sasmobile.co.uk/view-product/Autowatch-Ghost-Immobiliser

He is willing to travel and install the unit in Ireland but we must have a minimum of 10 people.

Cost would be between 330-340 sterling fitted, not bad for us with a strong Euro.
So is anyone interested? If so please add your name below and we will go from there. 

1. Neilw
2.Micky 32

DaveyDave

Due to pick up the Highline on Wednesday but insurance is proving difficult, nowhere seems to recognize the 1.0 in Irish spec but all the UK spec is there such as S, SE, SE Nav, GT etc. Got the dealer to forward on the details to Liberty but I'm concerned about the cost. Looking at the older 1.2 110 Highline models, they vary from €2,600 to €2,900 and there's no difference on my end. I know there's lots of variation in spec but these ones seem to be the same!

The SE Nav 1.0 is €2,600, so I'm hoping as that's the exact same engine it won't be the more expensive option!

JoeA3

DaveyDave wrote: »

Due to pick up the Highline on Wednesday but insurance is proving difficult, nowhere seems to recognize the 1.0 in Irish spec but all the UK spec is there such as S, SE, SE Nav, GT etc. Got the dealer to forward on the details to Liberty but I'm concerned about the cost. Looking at the older 1.2 110 Highline models, they vary from €2,600 to €2,900 and there's no difference on my end. I know there's lots of variation in spec but these ones seem to be the same!

The SE Nav 1.0 is €2,600, so I'm hoping as that's the exact same engine it won't be the more expensive option!

€2,600 :eek: Jesus Christ, how old are you? That is nuts. Think I'd be getting the bus!

DaveyDave

JoeA3 wrote: »

€2,600 :eek: Jesus Christ, how old are you? That is nuts. Think I'd be getting the bus!

25, got full license earlier this year. Original quote was €1,400 but they thought I had 1 year named NCB. Imagine my surprise when I found out a week before collecting the car it's actually double that. Have to bite the bullet eventually!

MarkN

Try Glennon insurance or An Post.

MarkN

hooch-85 wrote: »

This looks like a tasty GTi, seems well priced too but the VRT would probably be 5k or so?

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/volkswagen-golf-2-0-tsi-gti-hatchback-dsg-5dr/16847827

Tasty looking car!

JoeA3

MarkN wrote: »

Try Glennon insurance or An Post.

+1.
For my renewal back in August, An Post and Allianz were by far the cheapest I could find (approx half my renewal quote with Chill.ie)

dar83

MarkN wrote: »

Tasty looking car!

Exhaust tips look like being properly neglected. Can't trust someone with a neglected tip!

Seriously though, smacks of inexpensive valet's and given the car is black, I'd be factoring in a proper detail into the purchase price.

DaveyDave

OSI wrote: »

Brand new car and zero NCB? Good job you've the car arriving, cause you won't be walking straight for a while :pac:

Very true :P

JoeA3

dar83 wrote: »

Exhaust tips look like being properly neglected. Can't trust someone with a neglected tip!

Seriously though, smacks of inexpensive valet's and given the car is black, I'd be factoring in a proper detail into the purchase price.

Yeah but it’s 4 years old... it does look otherwise mint tbf, allowing for the fact that the pics are a bit low res. Even the wheels and those wheels would be destroyed with kerbing and corrosion if it wasn’t looked after.

If I were interested in it, I’d first ask for some high res recent photos of the car.

dar83

What does it's age have to do with an unshiny tip? :pac:

It does look like a decent example alright, that point aside. I'd never buy black though personally, my heart would be broken.

hooch-85

Looked up the VRT

VRT Calculator
Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) calculation for vehicle.
Edit Details
Your VRT Calculation
Date 09/10/2017
Time 19:30
Rate of VRT
23%
Vehicle Registration Tax
(payable on enquiry)
€4,924
Vehicle Details
Statistical Code
40687955
Model
GOLF 2.0 TSI
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Version
GTI PERFORMANCE 230PS 5DR AUTO
Breakdown of VRT Calculation
Open Market Selling Price (OMSP) determined by Revenue
€37411
Monthly Adjustment
+97%
Depreciation Code Allocated by Revenue
B1
Odometer Reading
47000 Miles
Date of First Registration
January 2013
Mileage/Kilometre Reduction
€0
Rate of Depreciation for this Vehicle
41%
Current OMSP determined by Revenue
€21410
Revenue CO2 Calculation
CO2 Emissions
149
Rate of VRT
23%
Vehicle Registration Tax
(payable on enquiry)
€4,924

£15,750 is roughly 18,100 so 23k or so all in.

vintagevrs

Use Revolut for changing currency. It would bring the cost of that car down another 500 euro or so.

MidMan25

JoeA3 wrote: »

+1.
For my renewal back in August, An Post and Allianz were by far the cheapest I could find (approx half my renewal quote with Chill.ie)

Just had a look at An Post out of curiosity, 523 euro for a Golf R and i'm 29 :eek:

MarkN

MidMan25 wrote: »

Just had a look at An Post out of curiosity, 523 euro for a Golf R and i'm 29 :eek:

They’re decent enough. Especially on newer cars. Been with them a year now underwritten with AIG and just about to take out another policy as they are doing full bonus protection on my 640d for €1010. AIB quoted 2.5k!!! I’m also 35 with max everything and no points.

DaveyDave

Actually tried an online quote with Post and said couldn't be done, I'll try calling them. Do they insure new drivers? Called FBD and the automated voice said you need 1 year experience so I explained to the nice woman I just found that out and sorry to waste her time

MarkN

DaveyDave wrote: »

Actually tried an online quote with Post and said couldn't be done, I'll try calling them. Do they insure new drivers? Called FBD and the automated voice said you need 1 year experience so I explained to the nice woman I just found that out and sorry to waste her time

It’s soul destroying. Try calling An Post yeh, Glennon probably worth a try too though.

DaveyDave

Not quite a GTI or an R but I thought it would get some love here Have to say I'm genuinely surprised by how good it sounds. Some reviews suggested it gets a bit whiney with the foot down and that a 3 cylinder is noisey but I think it sounds great :O

They threw on the paint protection and the bag full of Auto Glym products with a sponge and towels that will promptly be replaced with a quality mitt and drying towels and also had mud flaps and a boot liner thrown in. Even had a litre of Castrol oil in the boot in its own little pouch

Lovely interior. The digital dash is awesome. Now I just have to wait 3 years for something with a bit more poke :P

I was also surprised last night to see it has those side lights that turn on when you steer :O

GustavoFring

Well wear, you've been waiting a long time for it so enjoy it. Looks very well.

st332

Nice one, enjoy!

JoeA3

Well wear Davey!

kooga

I see the 181 offers are up on the website and has been mentioned before the price rises continue

The technology upgrade pack is gone up to €699

Plus the exterior r line kit which used to be half price is now €899

Hebegeebee

Well wear on the new Golf DaveyDave. It looks very well. It was good to get the boot liner and mud flaps included.

MisterDrak

Nice one Sir ! Enjoy !

Hebegeebee

I see where Reflex Silver is listed as a colour on the latest GTi/GTD/R spec sheet dated 29th September - typical!!