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**G-rig** · 01-10-2009, 08:58 PM

Originally Posted by Mr R32

Hmmm. If the numbers are 5.5 vs 6.2 in the Mk V with DSG, could the .7 of a second be worth the trade off of losing that noise...?

you are also losing the Iconic figure that the R32 is, and will fall into the same category WRX, EVO etc... however if i didn't already have an R32 it would be a good proposition and a decent upgrade from a GTI..

**team_v** · 01-10-2009, 09:08 PM

Originally Posted by G-rig

you are also losing the Iconic figure that the R32 is, and will fall into the same category WRX, EVO etc... however if i didn't already have an R32 it would be a good proposition and a decent upgrade from a GTI..

Times change and products evolve to suit consumer demand.

Whilst the NA 3.2 is an iconic engine for VW fans, the worse fuel economy and emissions standards would be too hard to justify.

It is a shame but at least those with an NA 3.2 will apreciate in value.

**G-rig** · 02-10-2009, 07:43 AM

Originally Posted by team_v

Times change and products evolve to suit consumer demand.

Whilst the NA 3.2 is an iconic engine for VW fans, the worse fuel economy and emissions standards would be too hard to justify.

It is a shame but at least those with an NA 3.2 will apreciate in value.

I'm a bit divided on it as well, and know the economy and emissions aren't the best but there's something about it that puts a grin on your face.

However not many cars would appreciate in value, but shouldn't lose as much as some other cars.

**maca** · 02-10-2009, 09:59 PM

I've decided I'm going to order one when I get off my P's next year.

400 days
9618 hours
577082 minutes
34624976 seconds

Not that I'm counting...

**Jayse** · 05-10-2009, 10:56 AM

Originally Posted by maca

I've decided I'm going to order one when I get off my P's next year.

400 days
9618 hours
577082 minutes
34624976 seconds

Not that I'm counting...

Going on past ordering waits..i'd put in an order now Maca!!

Cheers,
Jayse.

**gregozedobe** · 05-10-2009, 06:06 PM

It is possible to order a new car and specify a delivery date well in the future (I've done it), but you should be absolutely certain you will still want it when it finally arrives. If your circumstances change and you can no longer afford it the dealer will still expect you to take delivery (and has a legal contract that says you will do just that).

**G-rig** · 05-10-2009, 06:25 PM

Originally Posted by gregozedobe

It is possible to order a new car and specify a delivery date well in the future (I've done it), but you should be absolutely certain you will still want it when it finally arrives. If your circumstances change and you can no longer afford it the dealer will still expect you to take delivery (and has a legal contract that says you will do just that).

There will usually be a long wait of 3-6 months anyway, just put a clause in saying you want it within a reasonable time frame (ie 3months from when they are out and taking orders) but not that hard to get out of, the demand will be up there and someone else will snap it up but you could lose your deposit.

**jatkins** · 05-10-2009, 10:21 PM

I went to my local VW dealer the week after it was announced at frankfurt and put down a deposit ($1000) to join the waiting list...they treated it like i'd purchased the car filling out all the paperwork etc but in the special clauses box i got them to write "subject to pricing and test drive" so at any stage if my circumstances change i can refund my deposit and cancel my place in the queue...im pretty sure if anyone went in and did that the dealer would be happy to have it subject to pricing as they couldnt tell you how much it's going to cost...its hardly a fair contract if they can slap any price on it after you've signed and you're legally obligated to pay.

though they havent actually placed an order for the car yet im simply in the VW australia waiting list so they'll call when they have the options and pricing so i can do a full order...