GTI Edition 40 / Clubsport Thread

[ringo]

I maybe biased somewhat, but I dont feel the wing stands out too much on the white, especially when the wing appears to be an extension of the black roof?

Not to me, I said "for some". The only reason I didn't go for white/black roof is that my previous car was white/black roof and needed a change.

I wish we had had the option of the Belvedere wheels here in Oz! Would have spec'd them in an instant, which is what I've done with my Focus RS order. 2500$ for forged wheels with Michie PSC2 rubber - pure bliss.

I'm sorry do you mean there's none of the other two wheel options from which to choose in Australia? No Belvedere and no Pretoria with MPSC2 on??? I also noticed there's no Urano grey (no biggie CSG still looks nicer) and no black either? I just hate it when VW x country just goes and arbitrarily chooses what you should be driving...

Saw a carbon 40th Gti (Geez I still don't know what to call it) I must admit in person its nicer than imagined.

Question does the CS have race mode like the R?

I call it the Clubsport

If it's like the GTI, the "higher" mode will be called Sport I guess, but why does it matter anyway, it's just a title. The car will not be making more bhp nor becoming more "direct" than it will be in Sport. It is in fact so much of a gimmick that if I remember correctly someone activated it via VCDS in his GTI, replacing Sport mode. Actual gains compared to "Sport" = Same as a couple of "go fast" stickers, but hey presto, racecar!!

[stark27]

Mind me asking what you got for your trade in, what the kms. I'm thinking I might have to take that option (if I go ahead) I'm the same mate love the GTi esp the rare kind and love the adidas as well really nice package. I would never take their protection add on's I just feel they are way over price although never heard of the maintenance agreement?

My Adidas has just under 90,000km. Its got APR Stage 1 ECU and CAI. I got 17k trade in (talked em up from 15k).

The maintenance thing costs $1595 for 5 years and covers you for unlimited scratches, dents and minor repairs at $55 each, but i got it packaged with Paint Protection $1595 and Interior (Vinyl and Upholstery each) $1200. All up it was $almost $4k but i got it for $2380.

[Bassik]

If it's like the GTI, the "higher" mode will be called Sport I guess, but why does it matter anyway, it's just a title. The car will not be making more bhp nor becoming more "direct" than it will be in Sport. It is in fact so much of a gimmick that if I remember correctly someone activated it via VCDS in his GTI, replacing Sport mode. Actual gains compared to "Sport" = Same as a couple of "go fast" stickers, but hey presto, racecar!!

It was more of a question if the CS had the same options as Golf or R in terms of "modes" They basically do the same thing. As long as they both have individual I couldn't care less. And our only Oz option is sunroof nothing else, super crappy IMO

My Adidas has just under 90,000km. Its got APR Stage 1 ECU and CAI. I got 17k trade in (talked em up from 15k).

The maintenance thing costs $1595 for 5 years and covers you for unlimited scratches, dents and minor repairs at $55 each, but i got it packaged with Paint Protection $1595 and Interior (Vinyl and Upholstery each) $1200. All up it was $almost $4k but i got it for $2380.

Wow 17k, yeah same mine has a Superchip tune. Figured it's kinda unique it deserves some extra KWs...lol I might go private I just know the market is super tough for second hand market. Mines only got 70ks on it, not that makes a difference really, sunroof might give it a little and it's in A1 condition.

[stark27]

I have some hail damage ont he roof which is probably why they gave me less. Redbook/Carsales valuer said 18k in the low range for my kms so I guess with the hail dmg 17k is fair but i'll be trying to get a better deal somewhere else.

[Bassik]

I've got no chance then. Spoke to a salesman today who had an adidas model. Said it had 45ks on it and in mint condition. Got $24k for trade in but that was after the guy had it advertised for 3 months privately. That's a long wait.


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[Brian]

Hey Brian. Nice choice of colour. I went into Norris VW at Kedron on Gympie Rd on the weekend and out a deposit on a White ED40. I got quoted $55910 drive away. I plan to go to 2 other dealerships in Brissy to try and get a bet.

I'm curious as to what price you got driveaway? I'd like another comparison to go off.

Hey mate, give Jamie Boreham a call at Northstar VW (Redcliffe). Can honestly say it's the best dealership I've dealt with in my 45 years of buying cars. And I believe he has another white one on the way which is not spoken for yet.

[stark27]

Good luck with the trades, guys. For the RS Megane, I went in looking for 35k got 26 back for a 55k outlay in Nov 13. Tried to sell privately for a month with only one enquiry. The 2nd hand market is dead. On a brighter note I did get the car (GTI40) for 52k drive away. DSG no roof, no extras, which I refuse to pay over 2k for a polish and fabric spray. I'll get the windows tinted for 200 bucks next week.

Hey Brian. Which dealer did you get that price from?

Edit: just saw your post. Will give him a call. Hopefully they haven't all gone yet!

[Billecartz]

Love the red Billecartz! In fact, I would have been happy with any of the 3 colours. Now the horrible wait

Yes but I am not in a hurry, I still have a GTI and R32 to drive. It does give me time to stock up on the bits I want to buy for it. Already bought black badges and K&N filter and will modify the airbag when it comes in for better air flow.

[Brian]

Can I ask where you got the badges from? That was one thing I wanted to do. Also is the K N filter same as the other GTIs or R?

[Billecartz]

Hi Bassik, yeah I do mate. I still love my car and would not have thought about trading it in until I heard about the ED40. I guess I'm a die hard GTI fan. I know there are other great cars out there but I just love the GTI. This is the longest I've ever kept a car haha.

You got a great deal for $55.5. I would not take the sunroof anyway but I'd like that price with perhaps the paint and inside protection. is anyone taking those options. What are people thoughts? I got paint, interior and a 5 year maint agreement for scratches, dents and cracks for $2380

I bought my Red, Manual MY17 40th for $50,700 Very happy with the price.