The Mega Mk7 Golf GTI/GTD/R thread

kmart6

kmart6 wrote: »

Got it too. The PDF of T&Cs seems to show the changes as crossed out, like they were tracked and this was sent before final review or something.

Just received an email detailing that they sent it in error.

JoeA3

kmart6 wrote: »

Just received an email detailing that they sent it in error.

same here

Micky 32

OSI wrote: »

Yeah, it can be a little disconcerting going to brake and finding the car has already primed the brakes and you nearly put your face through the window.

In my Passat something similiar happened and as the dash beeped i heard a motor like sound from the seat belt and it pulled me really tightly into the seat that i couldn’t move lol

AutoMan79

Guys can anybody recommend a good mobile tyre fitter in Dublin 1 area? Alloys are in show room condition so you understand why I'm worrying too fecking much.

Thanks in advanced

dar83

If you're that concerned about your alloys I'm not sure a mobile tyre fitter is the best way forward....

I'd be bringing it to somewhere that you know they won't damage the wheel. Wheel Wizards will remove/mount tyres, Discount Tyres should also do that without damaging the alloys. Realistically most proper tyre places will do it without issue, but I'm a bit picky myself so I only stick to the places I know and I'm comfortable with.

DaveyDave

I don't blame you, there's a scratch on one of my alloys from when I got a puncture fixed a week after getting my car

JoeA3

Its my pet hate too. Tyre fitters can be very careless. If you find a good one, stick with him!

everlast75

On a sneaky recommendation, what do ye use to clean your dash for a matt finish? A clean cloth and water or do you use any products?

JoeA3

everlast75 wrote: »

On a sneaky recommendation, what do ye use to clean your dash for a matt finish? A clean cloth and water or do you use any products?

I've never used anything other than a soft cloth to dust it down. Maybe slightly dampen it if there's stains on the glossy bits.

The last thing you want to do is use some cheap "shiny back-to-black" crap on the dash...

Ron Burgundy II

everlast75 wrote: »

On a sneaky recommendation, what do ye use to clean your dash for a matt finish? A clean cloth and water or do you use any products?

I've used both 50Cal Precision interior dressing and Poorboys Natural Look. I think Poorboys is better value than the 50CAL. Both produce a matt finish.

AutoMan79

I would bring them but can't remove wheel.. It's stuck on the hub...

I though that on a car with only 18 k shouldn't be a problem.

Anybody dealt with phoenix tyre on drumcondra?

dar83 wrote: »

If you're that concerned about your alloys I'm not sure a mobile tyre fitter is the best way forward....

I'd be bringing it to somewhere that you know they won't damage the wheel. Wheel Wizards will remove/mount tyres, Discount Tyres should also do that without damaging the alloys. Realistically most proper tyre places will do it without issue, but I'm a bit picky myself so I only stick to the places I know and I'm comfortable with.

Ron Burgundy II

AutoMan79 wrote: »

I would bring them but can't remove wheel.. It's stuck on the hub...

I though that on a car with only 18 k shouldn't be a problem.

Anybody dealt with phoenix tyre on drumcondra?

The problem is the alloy and steel hub don't mix (galvanic corrosion), this will cause the alloy stick to the metal hub. Give the wall of the tire a kick (not the most technical approach) to remove. When putting the wheel back on apply some copper grease to the hub this will help you remove the wheel a little easier next time.

R.O.R

AutoMan79 wrote: »

Guys can anybody recommend a good mobile tyre fitter in Dublin 1 area? Alloys are in show room condition so you understand why I'm worrying too fecking much.

Thanks in advanced

Paddy@CIRL

Does anyone know when the first wave of PCP cars are due to start being returned? Start of next year?

JoeA3

Paddy@CIRL wrote: »

Does anyone know when the first wave of PCP cars are due to start being returned? Start of next year?

Well PCP has been around for a long time... but yes, 2015 was probably the first bumper year.

Be quick and you might nab mine...

DaveyDave

If someone is willing to let me test drive their DSG GTI or R to make sure it's good for sale I'll happily lend a hand :P

Is it worth updating the software on the infotainment? I had it connected to the phone as a hotspot but it was taking a long time and I didn't see a progress indicator so didn't know how long it would take.

Edit: nevermind, software is up to date and I can't see any updates for the MK7.5 navigation.

dastardly00

JoeA3 wrote: »

Well PCP has been around for a long time... but yes, 2015 was probably the first bumper year.

Very interesting to know!

vintagevrs

What were the numbers again, 1 R sold in 2014 and about 70 in 2015?

JoeA3

vintagevrs wrote: »

What were the numbers again, 1 R sold in 2015 and about 70 in 2015?

Something ridiculous like that. Certainly less than 3 or 4 in all of 2014 anyway. Then in Nov 2014 they knocked almost 10k off the RRP while also bumping up the standard spec. So the car then became a realistic option for those who might otherwise have bought a GTI. I'd say if you went back to page 1 of this thread, thats when it started...

Of course they've been sneakily pushing the prices back up ever since...

vintagevrs

JoeA3 wrote: »

Of course they've been sneakily pushing the prices back up ever since...

Are you saying only a complete idiot would buy one now?

JoeA3

vintagevrs wrote: »

Are you saying only a complete idiot would buy one now?

yeah lol :pac:

DaveyDave

It sounds like when I trade up in 3 years the R will definitely be out of reach

I hope there's at least a bit more room to haggle at those prices...

JoeA3

DaveyDave wrote: »

It sounds like when I trade up in 3 years the R will definitely be out of reach

I hope there's at least a bit more room to haggle at those prices...

At what prices? It's quite a leap to go from a 3 year old vanilla car to a new R, whether its 3-4 years ago or today or 2021.

DaveyDave

JoeA3 wrote: »

At what prices? It's quite a leap to go from a 3 year old vanilla car to a new R, whether its 3-4 years ago or today or 2021.

I was talking discounts in general. I was wondering if it scales up to the higher models, so if getting 5% off a Highline would 5% off a GTI or an R be possible. Basically I'm thinking if it costs more then there's more to be discounted but I'm certain I saw someone here say there's not much room to come down on Golfs, so I could be wrong.

But who knows what it will be like in 3 years. I shouldn't be thinking about any of this!

bazz26

Remember that in 3 years time the all new Mk8 will be on sale so the cost to change difference between going from a Mk7/7.5 to a Mk8 will be alot greater than going from a Mk7 to a Mk7.5.

Royale with Cheese

Is the manufacturers warranty on these honoured after the car is sold on? There's a nice looking R just gone up and it's a 152, so would be under VW warranty until next summer if they'll honour it?

Ionised

Why on earth would they put 'cheap tax' as part of the blurb?
A. It isnt
B. No one looking to buy that car will care.

JoeA3

Royale with Cheese wrote: »

Is the manufacturers warranty on these honoured after the car is sold on? There's a nice looking R just gone up and it's a 152, so would be under VW warranty until next summer if they'll honour it?

Yes.

Truckermal

Awful looking colour..

JoeA3

Truckermal wrote: »

Awful looking colour..

It works well on the R imo. You have to see it in the metal.