Volkswagen Enthusiast
Yeah I figured it would have something to do with Apple.
I havent tried yet using the AUX input on the GTI, but the same AUX facility on my Mazda 3 allowed me to have the iPhone connected via the headphone jack. If I was listening to the iPod and a call came through, it'd play through the stero and use the mic on the handset. I incorrectly assumed the GTI unit would allow this using MDI. Well once this new (well priced it seems) system is available, i'll upgrade/retrofit. Currently having to hit the speaker button on the handset (MDI does mute the music if a call comes through). It's just not loud enough.
2019 BMW M3 CS
Volkswagen Fanatic
It's not that big of a deal IMO. Have driven GTI's, R32 and S3. I figure the R is a mix of all 3 which suits me just fine. Some people are worried that its going to be a something it isn't and must drive first which is fair enough. I don't see the need personally.Originally Posted by BBP
Don't worry about Apple and their inconsistant stupidity....fix ya sig pic hehe
Last edited by dave_r; 24-05-2010 at 05:02 PM.
Volkswagen Enthusiast
lol... I like the blue better for the sig.
2019 BMW M3 CS
Dubber
Having ordered my r in nov 09 .
I am now being told that very limited nos are coming in and the first shipment to my dealer does not have a car that matches !!
Is this a ploy to auction off limited nos at top dollar?
What are the numbers in first shipment ?
When is next shipment due ?
as a pr excercise for someone ordering their 4th vw it has not been great .
Any answers to above or fellow sufferers to console me ?
Dubber
Having ot home today from a series of test drives of BMW's and Audi's (at a friends insistance) I posted my thoughts on several cars tested today on facebook. At the end I mentioned that I still prefer the Golf R. I then recieved a reply from a friend in Sydney who informs me he was given the keys of a Golf R for a couple of days in Sydney. He doesn't work for VW, has interest of buying any type of VW let alone a Golf R. And apart from what I can see as a tenuous link of working for a oil company the only hint he will give me is that it "its not what you know, but who you know". Apart from the fact I am very serious about purchasing this car when I can get a look at it, how is it that I can't even get a date of when I may be even able to view this car? Suddenly this evening the BMW 135i Sport looks a little more attractive!
Volkswagen Enthusiast
This is why they should not be taking deposits on unreleased cars.
5 months was incredibly painful for my GTI - a year for an R from laying down a deposit is just ridiculous.
2019 BMW M3 CS
Volkswagenist
No surprises there, the first shipment is meant to be a surprise and all pre-spec'd. So it would be a fluke if you got one that matches your spec. Part of the fun of getting one of the first ones.Having ordered my r in nov 09 .
I am now being told that very limited nos are coming in and the first shipment to my dealer does not have a car that matches !!
Is this a ploy to auction off limited nos at top dollar?
What are the numbers in first shipment ?
When is next shipment due ?
as a pr excercise for someone ordering their 4th vw it has not been great .
Any answers to above or fellow sufferers to console me ?
I thought that was their policy not to officially take them, so people shouldn't put down deposits, 2k could be in your bank for a year gaining interest instead not to mention no corp discount, bargaining power or known prices/specs..
The 135i would be a better car, worth considering now that they have DCT and as long as you don't need 5 doors.
Last edited by G-rig; 24-05-2010 at 10:47 PM.
Volkswagen Fanatic
It has been interesting dealing with VW for this car. It would be in their interest (ie selling cars) to have done everything they did differently but its not the case so we just have to grin and bear it.
LOL I agree with you now! But only because my current lease is due in just over a month and the chances of me walking are getting "realer" by the day!
Better if it wasn't nearly $100k with options or look so quirky
Volkswagenist
Yeah, i like them but think the exterior shape could be slightly better. BMW's have a habbit of looking old too once the next model is out.Better if it wasn't nearly $100k with options or look so quirky
Personally i'd scrap a few options or be very selective just to get into one.
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@r down under - whilst I understand your frustration, this is just the way it is, it was never going to be any different, and it has never been any different. The dealer either should not have taken your deposit, or made it abundantly clear that it is a "lucky draw" as to what car you'll be able to get on the first shipment. I mean, how can you expect to actually receive "the car you want" when the specs are not released and the dealers cannot place any orders ??
xrayshaggy - whilst I understand your frustration, that old saying of "it's not what you know but who you know" is very true. If that dude from facebook knows one of the VGA execs who have access to the car, then good luck to them. Everyone has "friends and contacts". I find it funny that you seem to now be favouring another car because you've found out that Volkwsagen executives have friends! I'm sure that BMW executives have friends too you know
As for you not being able to find out a date that you can view the car... that date has been mentiond here now are few times. Saturday June 12th. That is what we currently understand the official launch date to be.
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