Mk7 Golf GTI Discussion Thread

[Jimi]

Ben. That's the exact spec I wanted but couldn't have. Basically the GTI Performance but with a manual and 8" Nav. You might be waiting a while, I haven't heard anything - good luck!

VW won against me and I settled for a normal GTI

[Ralfi]

Ben. That's the exact spec I wanted but couldn't have. Basically the GTI Performance but with a manual and 8" Nav. You might be waiting a while, I haven't heard anything - good luck!

VW won against me and I settled for a normal GTI

Notice you've got the Bi-Xenons. Lucky you were able to grab them on their own. Seems the only way now is if there's an older built, demo car a dealer's willing to sell (or wait until the Luxury Pack becomes available). Not good for those like me who are after a 2015 build.

When did you purchase, & can I ask what price you were offered for that package (message me if you prefer)?

[Jimi]

I got the car last April after putting a factory order in in October 2013 (built Feb 14, so MY14)

I sourced it through a friend and also applied the corporate plus discount. As it was new he wasn't a huge amount of help but I got about 10% off the on road RRP. That should he achievable most places with the corporate discount

[paulie83]

After some information and I couldn't find the answer via search. My very much loved Mk7 GTI's wheel has been the victim of running into concrete kerb care of my wife. Its not a scratch but a dint in the edge of the rim so doubt it will be fixable. It is isolated, but I'm quite particular and I know I won't be able to live with it. Does anyone know how much a genuine alloy will cost from VW (18" Austin). I'm hoping to prepare myself for tomorrow when I ring. Ballpark cost would be fine!

[AdamD]

Does anyone know how much a genuine alloy will cost from VW (18" Austin). I'm hoping to prepare myself for tomorrow when I ring. Ballpark cost would be fine!

An OEM Austin from a dealer would likely cost you in the order of $800. You'd be better off buying a set of second-hand rims in good condition - they come up here and on eBay from time to time; you should get a set of 4 for that price.

[paulie83]

Thankyou. Was quoted $995 this morning. Apparently the some of the repairers (good ones) do a really good job, so might see how that goes and in the meantime keep my eyes open for a second hand set. Thanks again for the advice.

[Dutch77]

Thankyou. Was quoted $995 this morning. Apparently the some of the repairers (good ones) do a really good job, so might see how that goes and in the meantime keep my eyes open for a second hand set. Thanks again for the advice.

I'd definitely be trying for that option first; and a second hand set next. If all else fails you might have luck in some of the overseas stores. These guys don't send to Australia, but I'm sure it could be teed up via a freight forwarder - might still end up nudging $500 AUD but that's still a 50% saving: 18 x 7.5 "Austin" Wheel - Deutsche Auto Parts - Volkswagen and Audi Parts Supplier - Online Discounted Parts Store

[Jimi]

Dutch - just noticed your signature. What's the story? Are you switching to a PP with bi-xenons?

[Dutch77]

Dutch - just noticed your signature. What's the story? Are you switching to a PP with bi-xenons?

Haha, yeah I found the red electrical tape kept coming off the halogens in the rain up here.

Needing to likely revert to one car in the near future, and as roomy as a Mk7 Golf, the other car is that bit bigger and wins a stay of execution for now.

[Ralfi]

So after talking to a few dealers, they say there's absolutely no difference between an MY14/MY15.

Which means I may have a (slim) chance of finding an MY14 with Bi-Xenons...

(Not getting hopes up).