Mk7 Golf R Discussion Thread

[Dutch77]

Better off just getting some oz/enkei wheels.
In fact, the Oz Ultralegara wheels look almost identical, can be optioned in 18" and weigh less.

Agreed - no need to convince me having run OZs on my last ride. I think the Pretoria looks better than the Ultraleggera, but the price, weight and size option still makes it the choice.. plus numerous finishes to pick from to suit whichever color people choose.

(Trust me - I've already been pasting OZs on to a CSG GTI to see how it'd look).

[Mikey1]

This waiting game is torture! Been told anywhere from 2 weeks to the end of May for my R

My mate sent me a pic of one on the road yesterday (Limestone Grey), I reaaaaaally like that colour. Not to mention the Cadiz 19's are actually looking really nice in person, the stock pics on all the ads and reviews make them look way too chrome and shiny for my tastes but as you can see, they're more of a brushed/gunmetal grey.

The Cadiz wheel spokes are definitely shiny polished aluminium with contrasting black painted grooves and rims, as per the below:



After initially disliking them with a strong preference to the Pretorias, they are beginning to grow on me. I'm resigned to the fact that I don't want to spend a small fortune on changing them to Pretorias. No doubt there will be some who will upgrade to after-market ones, but this always happens for any brand, regardless of what comes standard. Enthusiasts want to differentiate their toys from that of others.

[nat225]

Better off just getting some oz/enkei wheels.
In fact, the Oz Ultralegara wheels look almost identical, can be optioned in 18" and weigh less.

Plus for $1500 a wheel there are many forged 19" options out there.

Dunno if the VW option is forged.. if just normal cast thats a lot of money!

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[DrK]

agreed wheels are growing on me too... Will defs be changed at some point though. Machined wheels don't like kerbs at all

[team_v]

Concept Super Golf R will be released at Beijing Motor Show
VW's Super Golf R Concept has 400 Horses and Goes up to 175mph or 282km/h - Carscoops

[andrew7]

^ Too true DrK, particularly when the +1's drive our GTI's/R's (and I speak from bitter experience

[Rogue wolf]

Going on that pic Looks nice in white

[Dutch77]

Concept Super Golf R: should be interesting.. although will be more interesting to see what Guy churns out when he starts work on his 7 R for real world application.

Golf R: I've never minded the Cadiz wheels, but they are definitely more suited to the blues/greys/reds than the white. What I am digging is the tinted tails on the R - these provide better contrast in the design with the cherry tails on the PP (at least that's what I'm seeing in WhiteJames' pics on the GTI v R thread).

[Mikey1]

agreed wheels are growing on me too... Will defs be changed at some point though. Machined wheels don't like kerbs at all

With kerb view on the passenger side exterior mirror, this shouldn't really be an issue when reverse parking. I realise this feature is useless when forward parking, but perhaps because of possible damage to the left front wheel, all parallel parking manouveres should be done using reverse. Isn't this how all park pilot systems work anyway?

[godzilla_110TDI]

Buy White R, sell off standard wheels & Tyres ($2k maybe??) fit these. Wheel dilemma over...




Dropped into Springwood VW today to have a look at the new R. Was definitely underwhelmed initially by its looks. I kept looking at it from different angles hoping something would just make me think: WOW. But nothing. What i did like more than the rest was the rear end. Loved the quads and the dark tinted tail lights.

The car does have a nice ride height though. I think they got that right.

Interior looks too similar to my Highline. Well identical really. The exception being instrument cluster and different ambient lighting & push button start (Do want). But that's fine with me. The interior of the Highline was what sealed the deal when i was contemplating buying ours. I know some wont agree but i do like the seats. Sure, they're not uber aggressive but they are fit for purpose. They felt supportive yet not overly tight ala Evo Recaro's etc.

The other thing i noticed straight away was that the car had a radar, so was fitted with DA, but had no side sensors for park assist 2. Apparently it is not included on the DA package. Probably why it is only $1k now.

Was asked if i wanted to go for a spin but i declined due to lack of time. I think he was keen as it looked very quiet and all the salespeople where just standing around. I must say though, as a plug for Highway Auto VW @ Spingwood, Han Kim (The salesmen who sold us ours) is a genuinely nice guy. It has been nearly a year since we bought ours but he remembered me as soon as i walked in. He is easy to talk to and actually listens to you and waits for you to stop talking. I dislike when salesmen try to talk over you. Just f&*king listen to me, speak when you're spoken to, and say yes when i throw a unreasonable offer at you! hahaha.

So, would i upgrade just because of looks and standard equipment? No. But i am sure after a nice long drive i may change my mind.