G-rig's Golf MK6 GTI

[G-rig]

Hi guys,

I wasn't planning on getting another car just yet but this came up at a dealer down south and decided to jump on it as it's ready for delivery and chances are if I wanted one the near future I'd be looking at quite a wait (4-6 months).

All going to plan I should be going to ACT to get it on Saturday!

Specs are:


5dr DSG Candy White
Bi-Xenons
18" Detroits
Adaptive Chassis Control
Camera
MDI
Dark Glass


The car was already fitted with front tint & paint protection (free of charge from the orig order).

Some dealer photos:

http://img148.imageshack.us/img148/957/resizeofpicture005.jpg

http://img260.imageshack.us/img260/8141/resizeofpicture007.jpg

http://img248.imageshack.us/img248/5423/resizeofpicture006.jpg

[Paolo]

wow! see you bit the bullet mr r32>GTI!!!
great choice!

[nath_mk6]

Nice so you went ahead, hopefully they saw you well with that price >D

[Cam]

So so so so so so pretty
:p

Look at those rims...daym they are sexy! Especially with dark tint and colour coded white.
As you know everyone, CW really gets me going....sorry Greg I'll try not to get too excited lol.

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/I_jizz_in_my_pants_by_HOLIMOUNT.jpg

So what made you go from the R32 to the GTI?
:)

[G-rig]

wow! see you bit the bullet mr r32>GTI!!!
great choice!

Yeah i'll miss the R32 sound, handling and looks but this should be a great car as well. I was pretty keen on the demo silver Pirelli at my local dealer but they aren't letting it go for a reasonable price so ruled it out.

Was originally going to look at a cheap runaround and the missus wanted an auto but most cheap autos are pretty sluggish. Good chance to try out DSG and get something I like driving as well. New Polo GTI would have been good too but seem like a while away.


Nice so you went ahead, hopefully they saw you well with that price >D

Had to decide fairly quickly but the spec was almost as i would have ordered it from the factory. The guys at Gerald Slaven have been great to deal with. They seem to have a fair amount of different stock too.


So so so so so so pretty
:p

Look at those rims...daym they are sexy! Especially with dark tint and colour coded white.
As you know everyone, CW really gets me going....sorry Greg I'll try not to get too excited lol.

So what made you go from the R32 to the GTI?
:)

Thanks Cam, I have wanted a GTI for a while and CW is the colour i've always loved (although all the colours look good). Can't really justify spending on the new R at the moment and want to keep this car fairly OEM.

Nothing wrong with the last car, I just get used to things after a while and usually want the opposite to what i have if that makes sense. Also wasn't planning on replacing it so soon but couldn't help myself.

[chewy7]

Does it have that front stone chip film on there dude? If not, make sure you get it applied before the trek back up to QLD!

Looks hot! The Bi-xenons really make the front look very aggressive!

[G-rig]

Does it have that front stone chip film on there dude? If not, make sure you get it applied before the trek back up to QLD!

Looks hot! The Bi-xenons really make the front look very aggressive!

Thanks, i like the look as well.
Doesn't have the film, but how bad are the roads?

[chewy7]

Not so much the roads, just the random stone chips that you will surely get sprayed with, from trucks & other motorists.

Make sure you get it applied before you leave the dealership dude...its well worth it!

[G-rig]

Not so much the roads, just the random stone chips that you will surely get sprayed with, from trucks & other motorists.

Make sure you get it applied before you leave the dealership dude...its well worth it!

Yeah i had it on the last car and basically never had any stone chips, maybe one hit. Agree it does a good job.

[chewy7]

you NEED to get the R spec LED tails man...YOU NEED TO!

http://www.icars.sg/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/volkswagen-golf-led-taillights.jpg


Just did some quick searching, there is already a DIY:
http://mk6.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=81

Prices here:
http://www.tmtuning.com/HOME/catalog/product_detail.php?default_product=2657

Seems a bit steep...yikes!

[Pharkus]

Oh my!!! Way to pull a rabbit out of the hat..hehe.

Nice buy. Candy white definitely is the new united grey. Sexy wheels.

[Justin Fox]

I wholeheartedly approve! :cool:

Will be interesting to hear your review on this new suspension tech. And the front windscreen, is it really tinted? That's pimp!

[Justin Fox]

PS: I think that upgrading/downgrading (depends on who you are and how you choose to look at it!) from an R32 to a GTI is super pimp too :cool:

[G-rig]

you NEED to get the R spec LED tails man...YOU NEED TO!

Stop it, stop it right now! They look uber hot but wont be doing anything for a while on this one.


Oh my!!! Way to pull a rabbit out of the hat..hehe.

Nice buy. Candy white definitely is the new united grey. Sexy wheels.

Ta John, Wasn't planning it but knew it was me and needed another VW.


I wholeheartedly approve! :cool:

Will be interesting to hear your review on this new suspension tech. And the front windscreen, is it really tinted? That's pimp!

Cheers Justin. It could just be the photo, it wouldn't be tinted as dealers don't go any darker than 35% and its illegal to tint the front isn't it? Heres another pic.

Ps. I love the detroits and hopefully by getting those as well as ACC I wont be tempted to mod it :D. Wasn't sure about ACC but could be fairly worthwhile.

http://img203.imageshack.us/img203/3951/resizeofpicture008.jpg

[mshl1979]

"want to keep this car fairly OEM."

I like your choice of the word "fairly"

Man that is a nice pick up though.

[stephen8512]

wow! didnt know u were gnna buy another car so soon after selling ur sweet .:R32!

nice buy mate! the white on the MK6 seems to "pop" more than the white in the mk5's......something to do with the styling perhaps? but either way, MK5 and MK6 in white is sexy!!! congrats!

[stevie]

That looks so awesome. Congrats mate!

Nice colour and options too. Some sleep-less nights ahead!

[en.elle]

Very nice - congrats! Sometimes its worth getting the car NOW because it ticks all your boxes!

[MasterKevin]

wow congrats man nice car :)

[saad]

Sooo pretty, I am jealous, wanting a MK6 now...

[G-rig]

Thanks all :).


Very nice - congrats! Sometimes its worth getting the car NOW because it ticks all your boxes!

Yeah, wasn't planning it at all. I would normally chose leather instead of ACC but can probably live without it and/or get the seats done down the track (in Cherry red).

[SUGA]

Love it Greg! Congrats!!

[10d]

Wow Greg, Congrats! CW rocks! :lol:

[AP]

Congrats Greg, it looks very nice..

[chris32]

Looks great Greg, If I was changing cars I would go for CW too, I love that colour.

[R32Perth]

Good work Greg, good to see you are still "in the family" .......

[zz2]

shit a brick Greg! i didnt see this coming!

if you are going to do any mods please make it the OSIR front lip, the black will realy balance it out

http://homepage.mac.com/risowu/OSIR/images/FCSGT6R801.jpg

[Pharkus]

I totally approve of cherry red leather down the track (my seats are in too good condition to do this) do itnowGreg!

[Byza]

saw this and thought of you....

http://i42.tinypic.com/2najggh.jpg

[Justin Fox]

^ I like it and all, in a totally form over function kinda way (heavy wheels and airbag suspension would totally ruin the GTI's dynamic drive which would be a shame) but I'm pretty sure if you know G-rig you'd know that's definitely not his cup of tea.

[Androo]

haha Greg... over to the GTI now aye :P

Congrats, looks great.

[Byza]

^ I like it and all, in a totally form over function kinda way (heavy wheels and airbag suspension would totally ruin the GTI's dynamic drive which would be a shame) but I'm pretty sure if you know G-rig you'd know that's definitely not his cup of tea.

yeah i know greg pretty well but the stance he will appreciate ... had plenty of discussions on height etc and yes your right though its probably not his cup of tea setup but made me think of his new purchase...

bags can perform aswell as coils without the clearance issues...

[defaultx]

Looks great - congrats mate!

[bwen]

Wow Greg I didn't know you bought this! I'll be keen to have a look next time we catch up :D

[Frenchie]

haha G - love it ! glad you went through it. Super sexy.

Now I want a full detailed list of your planned mods >D

[Capercat]

What is dark glass? is it simply film tint?

[G-rig]

yeah i know greg pretty well but the stance he will appreciate ... had plenty of discussions on height etc and yes your right though its probably not his cup of tea setup but made me think of his new purchase...

bags can perform aswell as coils without the clearance issues...

Hey mate it looks good and but wouldnt do it myself, (I'm prob a bit conservative compared to our US friends haha).


What is dark glass? is it simply film tint?

Just means the glass is tinted from the factory. Not much info on it but apparently it's not privacy glass so who knows. Wouldnt normally order it but was already spec'd up.

[silverbullet]

congrats man. enjoy the boost.

[Capercat]

& the DSG haha

[saad]

We should go for a drive when your down here!

[tomtom_r32]

Car looks awesome, congrats G-Rig.

CW+Detroits = hotness!! lol

[M4RK0]

Wow!! hot!

[G-rig]

Been flat out at the new company so haven't had much time to come on here (cheers for the comments) =D.


congrats man. enjoy the boost.


& the DSG haha

Yeah i've gone the opposite to everything this time, except still 5 doors :). Ideally would be good to have one of each.


We should go for a drive when your down here!

Could do, leaving here 6.30 Sat morning so may spend half a day in Canberra.. (should have Monday off work; may be good not to be in a rush).

[saad]

When you leaving Canberra? I'm photographing a wedding on Saturday that's all.

[burgs]

Congrats on the purchase mate :)

[G-rig]

When you leaving Canberra? I'm photographing a wedding on Saturday that's all.

Not sure of my exact movement yet but the wedding sounds more important lol.

[schoona]

Good form Greg, CW is the best colour for Mk6 :)

[Hux]

Very nice G-rig, congrats!

[onpole01]

Looks great G-rig! Man i'm getting more sold on the CW, it looks the business. enjoy it mate

[GTom]

http://www.marieclaire.com/cm/marieclaire/images/aQ/borat1-medium-new.jpg
Very Nice!

[G-rig]

Just wondering how doable driving from SYD to BNE is in one day, google maps says 12hrs...

Wouldn't mind staying in SYD sat night but wondering if it's better to stay somewhere further north to split up the trip.

Have tomtom on the iPhone and got a car mount/charger so hopefully that does the trick.

Any recommendations are welcome cheers.

[Byza]

mate you can do Syd to BNE without much issues... on the weekend will also help reducing the traffic... you will probably do it quicker then 12 anyway...

i have looked at this because goign to nationals in May and working on about 11hrs with 2 stops...

[G-rig]

Yeah sounds good, didn't think it was too much to it.

Getting a 7 day permit so car won't have any plates, but they will have a rough itinerary so still can't gun it.

[silverbullet]

when i worked up in gold coast i split my trip from sydney by staying in coffs harbour. some nice resorts up there. stayed at Aanuka beach resort. might be nice to take your lady along.

[Paul_OH]

Nice one Greg, looks Schweeet!!

[G-rig]

when i worked up in gold coast i split my trip from sydney by staying in coffs harbour. some nice resorts up there. stayed at Aanuka beach resort. might be nice to take your lady along.

Good idea, coffs is probably half way i think so will see what is available there. Should be able to drop in sat arvo if you're home.

[GBJ-R32]

[QUOTE=CW+Detroits = hotness!! lol[/QUOTE]

+1 agree with that

congratz man nice buy

[silverbullet]

Good idea, coffs is probably half way i think so will see what is available there. Should be able to drop in sat arvo if you're home.

i will be home

[Lima]

Congratulations Greg, sorry I've not replied to your emails yet. If you want to hook up while you are in town just let me know.

Your car looks really nice, too!

Cheers
Liam

[Capercat]

I last did Sydney to Brisbane via the New England HWY, started very early in the morning & it was fun fun fun. I will surely do it again.

[AP]

x2 for coffs harbour..

[DeanCorp]

Woah!! Holy shit! Looks sexy! When you linked me on msn I never thought you would actually be buying it!!!

[AP]

Hey G-rig, why don't you stay in Sydney and we can catch up?
It would be nice to finally meet you!!

[G-rig]

H guys just landed and the dealer I'd coming to pick me up very shortly.

ap I was going to stay in syd but booked coffs already then realized it's most of the way home. However could meet up ob the way through for a coffee or something was going to meet jonno too.

Luckily the accomodation has 24hr reception.

Should get up to syd just before lunch.

[AP]

Yeah let's meet up in coogee for coffee.. 10d and heeps of others would love to come!!

[AP]

i will be home
Johnno come coogee gustos for a coffee.

[10d]

Come for beer and lunch at Fox Studio instead Greg. >D

[AP]

Come for beer and lunch at Fox Studio instead Greg. >D
I'm easy just let know what's happening!!

[Lima]

Just caught up with Greg and his gf, they've just left Canberra, so Sydney arrival is likely to be around 2:45pm...

http://www.liam27.com/vw/G-rig-departs.jpg
(Should have taken some better pics, haha)

...the car looks great I expect Greg will be very happy with it! :cool:

[stevie]

Nice one, congrats Greg!

[G-rig]

Will be a bit late for lunch by the time we get there but could get s coffee or something at coogee. Don't let me stop whoever else wants lunch.

[silverbullet]

Greg's ETA is around 14:30. i'm sure he's not fanging it up the old hume. we plan to meet up in marrickville and head into coogee. Our ETA will be around 3pm and we are heading for Gusto's. nice Sydney weather to greet them.

[GBJ-R32]

wow congratz man enjoy the rid and the weather.

[10d]

Won't be able to meet you in Coogee, Greg. Congrats and hope to see you next time

[AP]

Nick to meet you Greg, love the new GTI!! Hot looking car..

[silverbullet]

yeh same here G. Spec GTI you have is hot. was a nice day for a cruise. have a good one up in coffs. :D

http://i933.photobucket.com/albums/ad180/johnogtimkv/VW/10042010183.jpg

[Justin Fox]

Oh what the I had time to come to meet you guys today but only just read this thread then! :(

[G-rig]

Great to meet you Liam, Anthony and Johno. Was pretty rushed yesterday would have been good to stick around longer, weather was awesome.

was a bit ambitious driving to coffs yesterday but made it. Was getting pretty tired at the end but today should be easy. The resort is great.

Sorry Justin was fairly impromptu but will have to come down again, Sydney is pretty happening.

[Jethro41]

Well done on the purchase G... looks like a very nice piece of kit.

I'm sure who ever picks up the old girl will be getting themselves a sweet ride too.

[chewy7]

Haha thats awesome. We are following your buying experience from Canberra to Sydney...Next stop Brisvegas :)

[G-rig]

Deancorp - didn't think I'd get another car so soon, but being ready for delivery in that spec made me move a bit quiker. Lifestyle was suffering without a car at all.

Jethro - cheers it's great. The R32 went almost a month ago, the new owners should be happy with getting an almost new car, couldn't tell it was Two years old.

Chewy - yea covered a bit of ground yesterday, just chilling out after breakfast and will go to Byron Bay on the way back.

Will have to put up some pics when I clean all the bugs off!

[silverbullet]

hope you guys have arrived safe. was a pleasure having you down in sydney. thanks to anthony for the coffees too.

[Jig]

I go away for 1 week and G-rig decides to buy a car. C'mon. Congratulations G-Rig. Tasty mods is what we expect from you man. Cant wait to see it all come into fruition.

[G-rig]

hope you guys have arrived safe. was a pleasure having you down in sydney. thanks to anthony for the coffees too.

Thanks mate we just got back now, had lunch in Byron and looked at a few things. Would be good to catch up again (and with the other guys too) next time I head down. Cheers for the MK6 GTI 1:43 model too, absolute legend :).

Yes, thanks for the coffee Anthony was great! Also good to see the HPA beast in the flesh finally.


I go away for 1 week and G-rig decides to buy a car. C'mon. Congratulations G-Rig. Tasty mods is what we expect from you man. Cant wait to see it all come into fruition.

Thanks Jig, wont be doing too much for a while and chose a few more options from the factory than last time when i bought the R32. The new Osir stuff does look tasty though.

I've still got my audio gear that will go in, just undecided whether to do 3-way with A-pillar pods or 2-way stealth.

[schoona]

Nice purchase Greg. Good driving and sounds like no tickets, always a plus :)

[G-rig]

Nice purchase Greg. Good driving and sounds like no tickets, always a plus :)

Cheers schoona.

There were no plates on the car (got a 2 day permit) but still tried to obey the speed limits where possilbe as they could probably track it back to me. Didn't worry about e-tolls too much though. Didn't get pulled over once but eyes were tired last night on the 2 x 3hr runs.

[Pharkus]

Three way with A-pillar pods so that you tempt others into audio upgrades as well! Looking forward to you build based upon the last car.

[10d]

You have plans to upgrade your audio system yet, G?

[G-rig]

Three way with A-pillar pods so that you tempt others into audio upgrades as well! Looking forward to you build based upon the last car.


You have plans to upgrade your audio system yet, G?

I kept all the gear with the intention of putting it in the next car, whatever that was going to be. I did let one amp go at the time though, may replace it later, may not.

It's the kind of stuff i hate buying and selling but will most likely put it in considering the stealth sub from my MK5 should fit.

Not in a big hurry though, will just think about the set up for a while. Enjoying the DSG fart sound for now, having had 6mt last time.

[10d]

Haha. Yup DSG fart! Enjoy

[G-rig]

A few pics my gf took on Saturday at Gerald Slaven Volkswagen.

The whole process was very smooth from organising it from interstate right up to the delivery. Many thanks to Phillip (PhillipVWDealer) and Trent (salesman) for looking after me and for being great to deal with. Very thorough running through the cars features as well.

Highly recommend paying them a visit if you are in ACT, or interstate for that matter as they have a nice dealership there (and spotted a few other new GTI's in the yard with some tasty options too). Was also presented with a bottle of wine and a nice Gerald Slaven wine cooler, which I didn't expect at all.

Appreciated the warm welcome at the airport too, absolute champion!

Some pics at the dealership:

http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/7223/resizeofimg1928.jpg

http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/6271/resizeofimg1929.jpg

http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/2192/resizeofimg1934.jpg

[nath_mk6]

Very nice, thats what I call good customer service >D

[Bizi]

This is a very good testimonial. It will be good to see pics when you get the car home. I'll keep these guys in mind. :)

Can you take a before & after pic of the front of the car, to show the bugs accumulated on your drive?

How do you like your headlights?

Good to read you made it back safely and with no dramas.

[G-rig]

Very nice, thats what I call good customer service >D

Certainly was! Got a bottle of top up oil as well.


This is a very good testimonial. It will be good to see pics when you get the car home. I'll keep these guys in mind. :)

Can you take a before & after pic of the front of the car, to show the bugs accumulated on your drive?

How do you like your headlights?

Good to read you made it back safely and with no dramas.

Fair few but no kangaroo's at least. It's only at night that it's a drama.

Headlights are awesome, these ones can turn as well as you go around the corners which you notice in small dark streets! Haven't quite worked out the daytime lights yet, the inner lights seem to be on all the time.

[nath_mk6]

Yeah the DRLs are on unless the actual headlights come on, short of disconnecting them you cant turn them off

[G-rig]

Yeah the DRLs are on unless the actual headlights come on, short of disconnecting them you cant turn them off

No way of turning them off in VCDS?
I dont mind as long as it doesn't wear out the bi-xenons.

[nath_mk6]

Not sure about VCDS, someone else may be able to comment on that, they shouldn't have any impact on the xenons though

[derek]

great looking car mate! grats.

[Lima]

Glad to hear you've made it home safely Greg. How many kms on the car now? Must be just about ready to see if the rev limiter works, haha! :p

[G-rig]

Not sure about VCDS, someone else may be able to comment on that, they shouldn't have any impact on the xenons though

Sounds like this could work, logger has posted some instructions on VWWC (but only works for halogen lights).

http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f112/mk6-driving-lights-activation-question-please-43448.html

[G-rig]

great looking car mate! grats.

Cheers mate!


Glad to hear you've made it home safely Greg. How many kms on the car now? Must be just about ready to see if the rev limiter works, haha! :p

Hi Lima, there is around 1300km now. The car had 60km on it when i picked it up as the went to Fyshwick and back (to do the tint or paint protection i assume).

The economy is pretty good, used 2 and a bit tanks to get back, (first tank was provided by the dealer!). Was varying the revs a fair bit where i could but not babying it either. Got about 600-650km out of the 2nd tank but apparently economy gets better as the car breaks in. Was getting a bit stressed once the fuel light came on and the MFD was dropping by 5km quite fast (down to 20km left) so had to drop into Pottsville.

[Lima]

5km intervals, Mr Fancy Pants, the Mk5 drops in 10km intervals, haha. I would expect you'll be get more than 650km to a tank of highway/freeway driving in future, too.

[silverbullet]

happy motoring dude

[defaultx]

Looks great! Enjoy!

[M4RK0]

Nice!!! the NEW smell it's awesome!

I love the head lights!!!

Can you post some pics in night time? to see the difference with the old GTI/R32/Jetta HID's please?

[Capercat]

Let the mods begin.

[bigwill]

congratulations on the new car greg! and good to hear u had a safe drive back. looking forward to the changes u have in mind :)

[G-rig]

Thanks for the nice comments gents :).

I just washed it to get all the bugs off, did a few soaks first.

I copped one stone chip on the roof right at the front near the glass :(. Otherwise all good. One of the wheels had a hairline scratch which i noticed on the day but nothing really to worry about.

Anyway wont be doing any mods yet will enjoy it 'as is' for as long as i can!

M4RK0 will try and take some pics soon.

Cheers,

[chewy7]

The headlights turn during corners? wow, thats BMW tech! awesome man!

Looking forward to seeing the new toy!

[Byza]

man when is lunch?? i want to see this bad boy in the flesh.... we should do a shoot too one night??

[G-rig]

man when is lunch?? i want to see this bad boy in the flesh.... we should do a shoot too one night??

Sounds good just need to get some plates on it first.

Thinking of removing the euro plate holder but not sure yet.

Ps lunch tmrw would be good if you're free.

[Androo]

Nice car Greg, looking good!

The Bi-Xenons make the car look better but the MK6 styling is still growing on me, still loving the MK5 shape. Have to admit CW + 18" looks the goods.

I just read the Motor mag and the Polo GTI does 0-100 in the same time as a Golf GTI... 135kw with 250nm from a 1.4L engine thats nuts. $28,000 !

[bwen]

man when is lunch?? i want to see this bad boy in the flesh.... we should do a shoot too one night??

oi if you're doing a shoot let me tag along :P

what plates are you getting Greg?

[chewy7]

oi if you're doing a shoot let me tag along :P



Me too! :D

[Byza]

very happy to do this for the QLD boys... perhaps a little GTG and get some shots hey...

[10d]

All right!
You guys seems to be a lot more enthusiastic than the Melbournians

PICS!

[Pharkus]

All right!
You guys seems to be a lot more enthusiastic than the Melbournians

PICS!

I HEARD THAT!

[G-rig]

Nice car Greg, looking good!

The Bi-Xenons make the car look better but the MK6 styling is still growing on me, still loving the MK5 shape. Have to admit CW + 18" looks the goods.

It took a while for me to to get used to the new shape but think it's a winner, plus it feels like a more expensive car with the better interior materials and updates, feels a lot more solid like it should. I was still looking at MK5 GTI's and fairly keen on them but didn't want to pay over 30k and hard to find the colour/options i wanted as well as some of them are out of warranty.

Yeah the cornering Bi-xenons are awesome, Maverick has some nice info on his site (http://www.my-gti.com/1989/volkswagen-cornering-headlights-dynamic-steered-headlights-and-static-cornering-lights).


I just read the Motor mag and the Polo GTI does 0-100 in the same time as a Golf GTI... 135kw with 250nm from a 1.4L engine thats nuts. $28,000 !

The Polo would be a nice cheap but once you add a few options it's not worth it IMO, I wouldnt pay over 30k for it even though it looks great but have a feeling it would still look very small in real life, and the twin charge tuning potential isn't as great (as well as more stress on a small motor i assume).

[G-rig]

Nice car Greg, looking good!

The Bi-Xenons make the car look better but the MK6 styling is still growing on me, still loving the MK5 shape. Have to admit CW + 18" looks the goods.

It took a while for me to to get used to the new shape but think it's a winner, plus it feels like a more expensive car with the better interior materials and updates, feels a lot more solid like it should. I was still looking at MK5 GTI's and fairly keen on them but didn't want to pay over 30k and hard to find the colour/options i wanted as well as some of them are out of warranty.

Yeah the cornering Bi-xenons are awesome, Maverick has some nice info on his site (http://www.my-gti.com/1989/volkswagen-cornering-headlights-dynamic-steered-headlights-and-static-cornering-lights).


I just read the Motor mag and the Polo GTI does 0-100 in the same time as a Golf GTI... 135kw with 250nm from a 1.4L engine thats nuts. $28,000 !

The Polo would be a nice cheap but once you add a few options it's not worth it IMO, I wouldnt pay over 30k for it even though it looks great but have a feeling it would still look very small in real life, and the twin charge tuning potential isn't as great (as well as more stress on a small motor i assume).


oi if you're doing a shoot let me tag along :P

what plates are you getting Greg?

Not sure may just get stock ones then sort it out later as it still has none. Keen on a Euro plate of some description and will leave the holder on.


Me too! :D


very happy to do this for the QLD boys... perhaps a little GTG and get some shots hey...

Sounds good guys maybe early next week?

[Frenchie]

Nice car Greg, looking good!

The Bi-Xenons make the car look better but the MK6 styling is still growing on me, still loving the MK5 shape. Have to admit CW + 18" looks the goods.

I just read the Motor mag and the Polo GTI does 0-100 in the same time as a Golf GTI... 135kw with 250nm from a 1.4L engine thats nuts. $28,000 !

VW have plans on working on a Polo R ! I'll try and find the link again...

Byza you need to come down here for a shoot :)

[bwen]

Sounds good guys maybe early next week?

Maybe ANZAC day weekend? Do we have the 26th (Monday) off too? or is it just the 25th (Sunday)?

[G-rig]

Maybe ANZAC day weekend? Do we have the 26th (Monday) off too? or is it just the 25th (Sunday)?

Sounds good, should be ok.

Should be getting registered tmrw.

[nath_mk6]

Maybe ANZAC day weekend? Do we have the 26th (Monday) off too? or is it just the 25th (Sunday)?

Public Holidays are gazetted by each state, see this website (http://australia.gov.au/topics/australian-facts-and-figures/public-holidays) for links to your state.

From memory everyone gets the Monday off this year with the exception of Tasmania.

[iBoost]

I'm late to this thread, but looks great man! Makes the wait for mine even tougher!

[G-rig]

I'm late to this thread, but looks great man! Makes the wait for mine even tougher!

Hey mate, hopefully the wait isn't too much longer.

Good choice btw, love CW..

[iBoost]

Yeah can't wait mate, should hopefully be here around the middle or end of May. The only thing I slightly regret not ticking was the Bi-Xenons as I was pretty much dead on my max budget (buying a house at the same time will do that). I'm sure it will be awesome anyway. ;)

[G-rig]

Yeah, usually i wouldn't chose too many options (and didn't with the last car) as it can get out of hand and you have to call it quits at some point. Don't usually get the money back on options/mods anyway.

Will be worth the wait!

[G-rig]

Going to Queensland Transport now, any trick to screwing the plates on? There are no holes on the back panel at all, or the front for that matter. May drop into Exclusive Auto to make sure they go on straight.

[COZ GTI]

Great read through this thread. I have the exact same car on order but with Sat Nav & Leather. Ordered in January, will be available mid June WTF!

[bwen]

Going to Queensland Transport now, any trick to screwing the plates on? There are no holes on the back panel at all, or the front for that matter. May drop into Exclusive Auto to make sure they go on straight.

Did you get a slimline plate for the front Greg? I just want to keep my stock non-personalised plates but want the front one to be slimline as I've seen a few of them around. I don't know if it's worth the wait for me sitting at QT for 10 years to to get an answer, couldn't find much on their website either

[G-rig]

Great read through this thread. I have the exact same car on order but with Sat Nav & Leather. Ordered in January, will be available mid June WTF!

Cool, nice combo. Not too long to go but the wait is killer. Luckily i only had to wait about 1 week after deciding I wanted this car. Leather would have been nice but bit hot in QLD most of the time and actually like the Jacky trim for a change (R32 had leather).

Will probably add the RNS510 sometime too.


Did you get a slimline plate for the front Greg? I just want to keep my stock non-personalised plates but want the front one to be slimline as I've seen a few of them around. I don't know if it's worth the wait for me sitting at QT for 10 years to to get an answer, couldn't find much on their website either

Nah just got normal ones with plate protectors for now.. I usually get slimline for personalised plates but may still look crappy with the euro holder.

It's all a bit hard at the moment so wil sort out something later :).

[Pharkus]

Will probably add the RNS510 sometime too.


Just get in on what Illektronic is offering on the RNS510 in the parts section. It's been a while but price is definitely very good.

[Androo]

VW have plans on working on a Polo R ! I'll try and find the link again...

Byza you need to come down here for a shoot :)

Really? That would be crazy!

[Androo]

Nah just got normal ones with plate protectors for now.. I usually get slimline for personalised plates but may still look crappy with the euro holder.

It's all a bit hard at the moment so wil sort out something later :).

I'll sell you mine for $5,000 :P oh wait your in QLD :(

[G-rig]

Just get in on what Illektronic is offering on the RNS510 in the parts section. It's been a while but price is definitely very good.

Not keen on getting one till I sort out the mdi problems.

[G-rig]

Not too many updates yet but bought some new carpet to redo the sub box today. The last stuff wasn't an exact match, but I asked Marty at FHRX and he said that the Aerpro charcoal carpet was a very close match, available at Autobarn ($30 for 2m but won't need that much):

http://img682.imageshack.us/img682/9149/resizeofpicture003.jpg

http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/6176/resizeofpicture002.jpg

[Byza]

DO IT NOW G-RIG>....

http://www.tmtuning.com/HOME/catalog/product_detail.php?default_product=2669

Badgeless straightaway...

[G-rig]

That would look alright, hey Byza.

Is it possible to get the red strips and GTI badge on would probably want to keep those.

Looks like an easier job than the MK5.


There are still a few things i need to do on this car:

- Audio Install
- RNS510
- OEM VW/Skoda BT kit
- APR retune
- Intake
- RSC exhaust

[Capercat]

That would look alright, hey Byza.

Is it possible to get the red strips and GTI badge on would probably want to keep those.

Looks like an easier job than the MK5.


There are still a few things i need to do on this car:

- Audio Install
- RNS510
- OEM VW/Skoda BT kit
- APR retune
- Intake
- RSC exhaust

Good mod list, not too over the top, glad to see you're keeping the original brakes.

[Frenchie]

hahha so it begins - again :) good start G

[G-rig]

Good mod list, not too over the top, glad to see you're keeping the original brakes.

Cheers, I don't want to do too much on this car otherwise it would be better to have got the R, however some improvements are nice but trying to keep it fairly OEM this time.

I have noticed the brakes don't pull up as well as my R32 ones, and can't brake as late so some of those may be ok later.

[Pharkus]

Cheers, I don't want to do too much on this car otherwise it would be better to have got the R, however some improvements are nice but trying to keep it fairly OEM this time.

I have noticed the brakes don't pull up as well as my R32 ones, and can't brake as late so some of those may be ok later.

You could just buy an R badge to make it seem like you have an R!!!

Nice mods list Greg, sounds like a real nice cruiser.

[Longwall.:r32]

Looks good Greg, Congrats on the purchase.

Mitch

[G-rig]

You could just buy an R badge to make it seem like you have an R!!!

Nice mods list Greg, sounds like a real nice cruiser.

Will see what happens, not going to do heaps this time just a few things here and there. Sometimes the little improvements are nice like dead pedals and other touches.

Probably wont even buy the R LED's..

Sound system helps with longer drives :D


Looks good Greg, Congrats on the purchase.

Mitch

Thanks Mitch, still felt like my last chariot wasn't that old but change is ok sometimes. Just different more than anything.

[Cam]

Probably wont even buy the R LED's..

.

Probably won't eh? Can I persuade you? haha
I love the R LEDS. The tint makes them stand out a lot. Not to mention how sexy they are when they light up...lol
:p

They are a bit exxy though
:(

http://www.mobileblog.us/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/VW_Golf_LED_Lights.jpg

http://cdn.images.autocar.co.uk/612x408FFFFFFF/Car/Volkswagen/Golf/Volkswagen-Golf-119991124589701600x1060.jpg

[G-rig]

Um ok, probably will haha!

Thanks for trying to make me spend my hard earned :).

Ps. enabled the Fog light cornering today, looks like this:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qk7Skv2dGlQ


The normal MK5 Rain Sensing coding only codes the MFD, not the sensor.

Also haven't got the auto up function working with the keyfob that allows you just to hold down the button for a second instead of the whole time the windows are going up.

Chirp sound only works when locking not unlocking but the MK6 are still quite new and have asked Mav to look into it and see if ross-tech know.

[Lima]

Hey Greg, now that you've had some more time in the GTI, what are its pros and cons compared to your old R32?

[G-rig]

Hey Greg, now that you've had some more time in the GTI, what are its pros and cons compared to your old R32?

Hi Liam, haven't exactly been driving it heaps (apart from ACT to BNE lol) but they are both good. The GTI feels a bit more lively but grip in the wet isn't as good but still dont mind the DSG fart sound. The R32 is good at punching it off the line but the GTI feels faster if you put your foot down when moving.

Trying not to over think it too much but the GTI is better value for money.

[G-rig]

Enabled the 'sweeping needles' today in VCDS:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYtt54Sdx48&feature=related

In VCDS it's under:

17 instruments >> 10 adaption >> staging

Only works on GTI built after week 45.

[MasterKevin]

wow that is cool rig :P haha

[G-rig]

Yeah, not my video but same thing. I have a feeling it's disabled because they will bring it out on the Golf R...

[silverbullet]

You could just buy an R badge to make it seem like you have an R!!!

Nice mods list Greg, sounds like a real nice cruiser.

GTI ain't no cruiser. its a pocket rocket ;)

[G-rig]

These aren't really new mods but never did them on my previous car. Small simple mods that lift the interior.

Ordered these from gulfstream11 on GolfMKV for 11 GBP delivered. (He also makes .:R32 ones and probably others).

For best results prepare the plastic with Isopropanol to remove grease and allow better bonding. I used some neutral cure clear silicone adhesive on each end where there is no text. This type of glue is also fairly easy to remove later if need be. Just don't used too much as you don't want it to spread too much when you press it down.

http://img691.imageshack.us/img691/976/resizeofpicture012.jpg

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/7577/resizeofpicture013.jpg

http://img23.imageshack.us/img23/7981/resizeofpicture015.jpg

http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/2141/resizeofpicture017g.jpg

Before:
http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/7886/resizeofpicture009.jpg

After:
http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/2231/resizeofpicture020.jpg

[AP]

Sick mate!!

[G-rig]

Got around to installing the Osir O-rest. It's a good match with the other pedals but the finish was a bit dirty so I took the black plastic inserts out, gave it a clean with some stainless steel cleaner rinsed and dryed it. Put the inserts back in place with new tape.

I decided to use double sided tape as i was fairly certain it won't move but can always screw it down later. It also stops rattles and didn't want to get a 'click' when you put your foot on it etc, so needs a bit more than just the screws. I like to keep most mods reversible, but can't imagine getting the tape off later that easily. It's a bit awkward taking the whole assembly out (or moreso getting it back in place perfectly).

The first layer I used some foam mounting squares, cutting in half where necessary:

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/2460/resizeofrotationofpictu.jpg

I then did another full later with a roll of black double sided tape from supercheap (18mm x 5m x 1mm). I went around the holes as I wasn't sure if i was going to screw it down or not.

http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/2867/resizeofrotationofpictul.jpg

Applied a third 1mm layer as the tape wasn't sitting slightly too low and a bit more than flush is fine as it may get flatter over time and i didn't want it to move. Dont forget to take the tape backing off each time.

http://img63.imageshack.us/img63/2460/resizeofrotationofpictu.jpg

I think the footrest would look odd without any washers/screws so decided to just glue the Osir washers in place with some silicon glue. You can always screw the screws in later if it moves or they fall out. I used a toothpick to apply it and also to go around the edge of the washer to get rid of any excess glue then wiped down.

http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/2930/resizeofpicture023.jpg

http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/2460/resizeofrotationofpictu.jpg

Before & After:

http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/4821/resizeoforestbeforeafte.jpg

http://img571.imageshack.us/img571/4821/resizeoforestbeforeafte.jpg

[nath_mk6]

looks good, damn fiddly to install though hey?!? needs to add some of that foam backing to mine to stop the plastic movements

[Justin Fox]

Those log inserts into the seat levers are a great fit! It's like VW was meant to put something in there but never got around to it.

Love the look of the OSIR footrest cover too. Very clean and again, it looks like it was meant to be there!

On a side note: I've used so many different types of double sided tape and nothing works as great as 3M tape (the red one, sold as outdoor tape). It's thin but it's stronger than anything else out there.

http://images.shopletcdn.com/productimages/300x300/MMM4011_1_2.JPG
It's the bomb.

[chewy7]

Nice touches Grego!

+1 for 3M, that shite is the booommbbb

[G-rig]

Thanks guys, it's good to do some neat little mods to keep me interested in between expensive ones which i'm trying to avoid (but Got APR Stage 1 a few weeks ago :P).

I couldn't find a 3M roll at the time but no doubt it's the best. I recommend getting black tape though, just incase there is a small gap and white may be visable.

Another thing i forgot to mention with the seat inserts - do a test fit before gluing on as you have to bend them very slightly to get them to sit nice and flush. I agree Justin, looks like they were meant to be!

Cheers,

[bwen]

How's the tune? Enjoying the GTI a bit more now?

[G-rig]

How's the tune? Enjoying the GTI a bit more now?

Yup :P :P.

Car pulls well, was already good stock but was always on the cards. Can really hear and feel the turbo now just a shame how you get used to the power no matter how much you have, although don't think I'll need too much more in this car.

[Jig]

That's the danger with buying an FI car G-Rig. Your mod options are almost limitless now compared to the R32 NA. Nice subtle touches. I like it. Good luck with resisting...

[G-rig]

Thanks Jig, it's the small touches that I am impressed with.

What's limiting me is money and knowing I have a FWD so won't be going too ballistic! At least the mods are worthwhile, the car already feels faster than my R32.

Won't be rushing it too much but would still like euro plates, R LED's & still plan on fitting my audio gear. Some GTI mats with the red around the edges would be nice too.

[G-rig]

Not many updates friends.

Ordered some euro plates as I bate the way the stock maroon on white ones look, and equally hate the euro holder without a euro on it.

Also considering stage 2 sometime.

[Cam]

Stage 2 already Greg haha...
I would have thought traction to be an issue with how it is at the moment @ Stage 1
:)

[elisiX]

What tyres came on yours mate?

Mine are the Conti CS2... not the best for grip unfortunately.

[AP]

Go stage three G-rig!! Don't be soft..

[G-rig]

Came with dunlops.

The wheelspin still gives you a laugh.

What was i thinking Anthony haha!

[G-rig]

Have advertised the car on carsales, it's awesome but can't decide on a plan and still want to buy a property sometime..

No pics yet but hopefully will get around to taking some in the next day or two.

Not going to advertise on every forum, mostly turns into a timewaster and people convincing you to keep it.

I'm sure it will suit someone that wants to avoid the 4-6 month wait with an eofys price.

[bwen]

Wow already Greg? You can't leave the VW crew!

[G-rig]

Just joking not really, not many updates lately!

[HCGTI]

Have advertised the car on carsales, it's awesome but can't decide on a plan and still want to buy a property sometime..

No pics yet but hopefully will get around to taking some in the next day or two.

Not going to advertise on every forum, mostly turns into a timewaster and people convincing you to keep it.

I'm sure it will suit someone that wants to avoid the 4-6 month wait with an eofys price.

BY is looking for a GTI!!!
lol
can't believe ur selling already!!

[G-rig]

I just can't decide on a life plan!

This one has a few extras and is getting close to the basic R price, so just weighing it up.

Still love it so doesn't matter, just have other stuff to spend money on as well!

[HCGTI]

I just can't decide on a life plan!

This one has a few extras and is getting close to the basic R price, so just weighing it up.

Still love it so doesn't matter, just have other stuff to spend money on as well!

yeh, i know what you mean.
looking at buying another property so money will well and truly stop going into my car soon. very sad.:(

[elisiX]

Mate dont sell the GTI just to buy an R - from everything i've read (and you read the same places I do), it's not really anything 'more' in day to day driving.

Enjoy the GTI for now - mod it a little and if you really want a car with more potential - look into that in 2-3 years.

Cant tell you not to buy property though - best thing you could ever do. Though buying an R will defeat the purpose.

If you have to buy a Getz to buy a place, then perhaps you should keep the GTI until such time as you can afford both.

[G-rig]

Good adive Jay & HC...

A property and grounding is important, but i'm the kind of person that will get a cheap car; then get the shits with it; then get one that's too expensive etc.. the GTI seems like a really good all rounder that keeps you happy and isn't too cheap etc.

Will just have to be patient and set a few goals. I agree all the R hype probably got to me a bit and i know the GTI would be as good 90% of the time. I'd be back where i started as, stock for stock the new R isn't really any better than the R32.

Cheers,

[burgs]

Id keep the GTI, selling your car to buy a house will result in you buying another nice car in 6 months time and having lost a bucket load on the GTI. My brother sold his rex to buy a house and with in 12 months he had another one,

[nath_mk6]

I agree with Jay, for the money it just isnt worth an upgrade, with the APR Stg1 you have you've got the same power output if not better than the R, the only difference then is AWD and if you arent tracking it then do you really need it?

[Big Yellow]

hahaha greg, just keep it mate. im not gonna sell mine either probably. lose out too much, better off paying it off quicker and move onto better things.

[G-rig]

Id keep the GTI, selling your car to buy a house will result in you buying another nice car in 6 months time and having lost a bucket load on the GTI. My brother sold his rex to buy a house and with in 12 months he had another one,

That would be fairly likely. I just flip out from time to time and want different things.


I agree with Jay, for the money it just isnt worth an upgrade, with the APR Stg1 you have you've got the same power output if not better than the R, the only difference then is AWD and if you arent tracking it then do you really need it?

I don't track it and agree, my Stage 1 felt heaps more fun than the quick test drive in the stock Golf R.


hahaha greg, just keep it mate. im not gonna sell mine either probably. lose out too much, better off paying it off quicker and move onto better things.

A really good mate once told me the cheapest car is the one you have ;).

Nothing wrong with the R32, i loved mine a lot.. this is great too, both different but good ;).

[iBoost]

Haha not already mate! Just keep it and save your money for the house.

I've been there, sold my MPS and drove the wife's Yaris for 2 years. Not easy by any means and I wouldn't wish it on anyone, but it paid off. But in saying that if I had my time over I wouldn't have sold it, it was like selling my soul!

If you are thinking about property, then get your mind off the R because that's just going to make matters worse! lol

[elisiX]

Before I had the GTI, I spent almost 2 years with a Mazda 3 due to buying more property.

I lost big time on my 2006 Audi TT with a few mods. It just is not worth it.

As you said, the GTI is the best most reasonable all rounder if you want a fair balance.

If I wasn't being so sensible now, I'd be driving a new M3. But affording it and needing it are two different things.

[Frenchie]

That would be fairly likely. I just flip out from time to time and want different things.
.

haha don't we all ! I can't stop flipping out !!

[G-rig]

Better than bugging out!
Agree, just need to chill.

[bwen]

I think I'm in the same boat, I'm probably going to stop working on my track car. To get it engineer approved so I can drive it to QR would be way too expensive but there is no other way of me getting it there, I don't want to invest in a trailer. I think the plans on making a dedicated track car at the moment are put on hold :(

[G-rig]

Would be good to have a road registered one then just drive out there. Sounds like a good project mate!

[Paolo]

if you're bored of things to do, you could colour code your red stripes to white

[G-rig]

if you're bored of things to do, you could colour code your red stripes to white

Yeah that looks pretty good IMO..

[elisiX]

9AM.. keeping the GTI

Midday.. selling the GTI

lol you're nuts Greg! :D

[Androo]

Take it however you like, being your thread or not.

I don't think that's a wise decision, what's the point? I agree with others that the money lost will be far better spent on a property.

The GTI is a nice car, the R seriously isn't worth it if you have a GTI already. I'm waiting for the MK7.

Do as you wish, but you had a nice R32 that you sold and said you needed to down grade.... then you got a brand new GTI. Not much of a downgrade still a good car, now this? Doesn't make sense.

it's your choice at the end of the day, i agree with the rest of the people.

[G-rig]

9AM.. keeping the GTI

Midday.. selling the GTI

lol you're nuts Greg! :D

It's not easy if people talk you out of it!

[Justin Fox]

Sounds like you're losing sleep Greg!

For me, once my car is up for an EOI it's usually too late. IE: I've thought about letting it go enough to actually let it go and from there on I just want it gone. All the best with the sale if you do manage to sell it at the price you're asking. I'm sure you won't sell it if you have to lose too much on it.

[G-rig]

Thanks Justin, that's right mate, wouldn't let it go for too much less than what i paid in this instance. Quite happy to keep it too but may take longer to get where i'm going.

[Androo]

Where are you going?

[Pharkus]

If you had of bought the best colour (United grey) the choice of letting the GTi go would be so much harder to make. Good luck with whatever you plan to do, but remember not to forget the VW family on this forum mate. We won't hold it against you if you decide to buy that Mazda shades advertised on here.

[G-rig]

Looks like my GTI could be gone this time next weekend, the buyer has left a deposit but his finance guys are stuffing around (already approved though). Will be giving it a good wash and clean tomorrow.

Ps. Didn't see the previous two posts till now.

[bwen]

What are you going to drive now Greg? I suggest getting a DC2R (again) and we'll still be Honda buddies :P

[G-rig]

I should have kept that haha.
Time will tell mate.

[bwen]

Sounds good, I might have to sell my EK9 :( Can't afford it to get it road registered etc... might sell the car as it is and get my money back

[chewy7]

Ohh yeah? nice man, what are the details on the EK9?? Post it up!

P.S. I'm back in the JDM crew :P

[G-rig]

Ricers haha!

[∆pex]

all these car junkies talking sense feels really weird! lol

greg, i reckon you should forget the r and just wait for the rs3 instead. :D

[Omee]

I have a feeling this car is going to a very good home ? :)

[silverbullet]

Congrats on the sale G.

[G-rig]

I have a feeling this car is going to a very good home ? :)

Yup, good to meet you Michael.

[ATSE]

As others have stated... good choice for getting property.

I was opposite... was driving my EK4 for nearly 8 years, bought an apartment over a year ago, sold the Civic now driving an MKV R32.

Cars can always wait. I regret not buying property earlier!

Moving back home after summer, saving up for my next one.

[elisiX]

Huh wat!? You sold up G?

[Robby_jai]

finally sold up greggy ??? :)

[stephen8512]

grats on the sale G!

[bwen]

Sold it to put a deposit on an Audi RS3 didntcha Greg?!

[Bizi]

Grats, G. You did a lot in six months.

[G-rig]

Grats, G. You did a lot in six months.

How so? The best thing i did with this car is not to mod it, don't think i've achieved much in the last six months.

Although it's a reluctant sale I know that there will be other cars later but need to get a property sometime so will work towards that cheers.