Golf R Observations and Questions

[Candyman]

Tempting

[parso_rex]

Tempting

Even more tempting

[Candyman]

I moved on from boring performance tunes a while back. More interested in something that drives less like a boat (the R). As for torque limiters, agree to disagree.

[parso_rex]

Fair enough on the boat thing, every time I get in a mates bluefinned RS I'm very impressed with the overall package. It does put the R in its place

The Limiters.... I edit both of those beasts in software almost daily now so I'm fairly sure that I know how they work happy to show anyone too

[Damienp]

Well it looks like that car is out of the equation now. Seller wants too much when I could get into a new MKVII R for a bit more. Shame, this has soured me somewhat and I'm thinking maybe a new Gti PP might be a better option, full warranty etc... Very hard to find a nice R at the moment that hasn't been flogged or isn't too long in the tooth.

[Frazza]

Well it looks like that car is out of the equation now. Seller wants too much when I could get into a new MKVII R for a bit more. Shame, this has soured me somewhat and I'm thinking maybe a new Gti PP might be a better option, full warranty etc... Very hard to find a nice R at the moment that hasn't been flogged or isn't too long in the tooth.

Far out, how much did he want for a MK6 R, a MK7 is $60 and you can pickup a good MK6 for $36 - $40k. The new GTI with PP is a good buy but, best FWD on the market.

[Candyman]

Fair enough on the boat thing, every time I get in a mates bluefinned RS I'm very impressed with the overall package. It does put the R in its place

Guess what I did today

A day of test driving three of them.

I always had an issue with the interiors and the dubious fit and finish.

My opinion has changed in that area and the actual dynamics, wow.

So much more enjoyable to drive than my R.

Sharp steering, responsive, fantastic driving position and pretty sweet engine noise. Brakes are bloody remarkable.

I'm very very surprised, in a good way.

I said I'd never go back to FWD but the cars were impressive and way better than our GTI in traction and control.

Gee, I may well have found the next car for us. I need to check out the forums to see what they are like on a long drive as do a lot of interstate trips.

[Damienp]

Far out, how much did he want for a MK6 R, a MK7 is $60 and you can pickup a good MK6 for $36 - $40k. The new GTI with PP is a good buy but, best FWD on the market.

I'm happy to discuss this via PM if you want but it was on the wrong side of a new GTI which is why the PP is on the cards. I am keen to lock up a new one now. If I could afford the extra I would probably jump into an R with no options. But this is not the time for me to make that purchase. Maybe in a few years.

[Ryan_R]

Anyone had a look at the new Audi S1? Obviously it's smaller/cheaper and manual only but on the plus side it does come in yellow

Same engine as the Mk7 GTI and AWD, matches the Mk6 R's 0-100 time. Have a look on YouTube if you're curious.

[brad]

I'm happy to discuss this via PM if you want but it was on the wrong side of a new GTI which is why the PP is on the cards. I am keen to lock up a new one now. If I could afford the extra I would probably jump into an R with no options. But this is not the time for me to make that purchase. Maybe in a few years.

giveway bought a GTI PP. Got a good discount too.