Mk7 Golf R Discussion Thread

[andrew7]

Thanks guys, just sorting out photo bucket will post a few snaps tomorrow. Another drive this arvo = ��

[KevinLee888]

Just back from my 1st drive in my new Pure White R on a mixture of twisties, hills and highway (out for about an hour). Very very happy, no creaks, no rattles, no drone, super quick gear changes, left in normal mode and was super well planted but still very comfortable on country B roads. Feel more comfortable with the Pure White colour and look (vs my dear departed Lapiz Blue), looks classy, had the front windows tinted to match the privacy so the whole black and white look is there but somewhat less in your face with the Cadiz rims giving a bit of class, somewhat a sleeper but still a head turner. Like the leather seats, DAP works well, all in all a great package

Andrew7, where did you get your front windows tinted may I ask an what film did you use? I have just received my white R as well and am looking to do the same.


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[andrew7]

Hey Kevin, went for Tint-a-Car Octane $140 total for the front windows, looks good.

[jonoz]

Hey Kevin, went for Tint-a-Car Octane $140 total for the front windows, looks good.

Did you consider getting a clear film on the rear for UV protection?

Really keen on seeing pics also as Tiny-a-Car said Bolle would suit better than Octane considering the tinge in the privacy glass.

[andrew7]

Hey Jonoz, wasn't fussed with the clear film, believe std auto glass should have reasonable protection. To my eye the Octane works well, will take a few side profile photos when I'm home from the beach and back to the R on Tues.

[Tubby]

I had a rattle in drivers door when exhaust drone loudest. Took it back to dealer and they apologised and fixed it up.

Can you tell us what they did? I have the same issue. Took it in last week, road tested with one of their crew and they heard the noise. Had it for a few hours and called me to tell me some clips were broken or missing and that some hose was loose and that was causing the noise. They fixed it up and said the noise was gone... drove out of the lot and still have the noise... anyone able to help out?

[mp2811]

Sorry, I can't find the report they gave me. I know it was 2 separate rattles they located in door.

On another note just lately bit underwhelmed with performance. I've had car 5 months and prob just got used to it, it's fast but bit reserved. Anyone else feeling this way?

I think a tune should fix that. Just waiting for APR tune. Then get that, other plans are dsg tune and intake. Will do one at a time to enjoy each mod.

[sekas]

A tune definately fixes that. Trust me
When i take my tuning box off the car feels so boring and slow


Mk7 Golf R Lapiz Blue | RDTechnik Tuning box and DSG Tune | APR Intake | VWR Springs | P3 Gauge

[jonoz]

Mk7 Golf R Lapiz Blue | RDTechnik Tuning box and DSG Tune | APR Intake | VWR Springs | P3 Gauge

Hey sekas,

Is this the P3 gauge you got?

VW Mk7 GTI Golf Vent Integrated Digital Interface - P3 Cars

Worth it?

[sekas]

Hey sekas,

Is this the P3 gauge you got?

VW Mk7 GTI Golf Vent Integrated Digital Interface - P3 Cars

Worth it?

I really like it, everyone who has been in my car loves it. Once you set it up properly it works and looks really OEM. I will be able to put up pics on the weekend when i fly home from Perth if you would like.
Also i got obviously the right hand version with the blue/white colour upgrade


Mk7 Golf R Lapiz Blue | RDTechnik Tuning box and DSG Tune | APR Intake | VWR Springs | P3 Gauge