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Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: xHeartcoreboyx on 21 November 2010, 12:31
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Hello everyone,
Obviously, this is my first post here, i am Addy located away in the middle east, Qatar, yes, a lot of English fellas here!
Recently got my GTI and enjoying it to the limit! here is a pic just as a Hi! :laugh:
(http://img.skitch.com/20101118-ebtcn6wr5jp6r9i1tujh8g5mm9.medium.jpg)
So far i have ordered white license lights from p2spec along with ultra white luminics bulbs for low and fogs, waiting for them to arrive!
The topic
Mine didn't come with an armrest or MDI, i am going to install only the arm rest for now and might do the MDI later.
This is what i have currently:
(http://img.skitch.com/20101106-nkkw1f31ambeakkt3n8e22htx9.medium.jpg)
Where can i get the armrest for cheap? preferably with leather top, but i might do it locally otherwise.
Is there different versions with MDI and no MDI or are they all the same with AUX on front and MDI inside with the coin compartment thing?
Thank you and sorry for the long read!
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Why would VW not provide these basic things (esp armrest) in a GTi spec vehicle?
I don't think which market/continent you're in would make a difference regarding an armrest !
Red
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Yes, it's really odd that they don't provide such a simple thing in Qatar..
Though it has everything from rear and front sensors, camera, ect..just missing this and MDI..
So far i have found it for 120 uk pounds at shopvolkswagen in UK.
I found out that all these have empty compartment where MDI should go with AUX inside.
I want to retrofit MDI as i am at it, but still use AUX, still looking o well..
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Volkswagen Genuine Centre armrest
This practical central armrest between the driver’s
and front passenger seat makes long journeys
more comfortable. With integrated fold-up storage
compartment.
Additional parts may be required dependant on model, please speak to
a member of staff for full details.
Part number 5K0 061 123 82V £236.50
Expensive!
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Jeez, thats alot.
I would take it back to VW and insist they fit one for free as its an intergral part of any basic vehicle, let alone a new GTi costing approx £25k.
Surely all their advertised GTi's have the armrest pictured in their mags etc, surely if you took it back they would fit one in and admit that they 'forgot' to install one..?
It seems a basic error and not something they would omit on purpose (i.e. an adidtional extra)?
Red
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It simply beggars belief that they can sell such a high priced car without something so essential for driver/passanger comfort. :shocked:
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Just had an idea.
Maybe the Arabs don't want to be separated from their mates by the centre armrest. They hold hands when they walk together, so they might want to hold hands (?) whilst driving. I am serious. :embarassed:
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Just had an idea.
Maybe the Arabs don't want to be separated from their mates by the centre armrest. They hold hands when they walk together, so they might want to hold hands (?) whilst driving. I am serious. :embarassed:
He He :smiley:
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All golfs before 2011 in Qatar came without an arm rest,
Interesting comments haha
If anything, they should install a rocket launcher in place for the arab customers. :drool:
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All golfs before 2011 in Qatar came without an arm rest,
Interesting comments haha
If anything, they should install a rocket launcher in place for the arab customers. :drool:
LMAO. :laugh:
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Mk5 did not have the armrest standard (unless you bought a pirelli :nerd: ) it was an option on that in the uk.
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I just sat in 2011 GTI in the shop, GOTTA have that armrest!!!
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Ive just bought the below armrest and I know they have a few more, it is the standard armrest no mdi fitting just a blank for the aux in and the bigger cubby hole, plus only cloth tops.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Genuine-VW-Scirocco-Golf-MK6-Armrest-Fitting-Kit-NEW-/170558165140?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item27b60f1094#ht_1470wt_865 (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Genuine-VW-Scirocco-Golf-MK6-Armrest-Fitting-Kit-NEW-/170558165140?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item27b60f1094#ht_1470wt_865)
Customer service at hayseldon vw are good and they advertise on ebay quite a bit.
Darren
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I have been looking to buy from them actually!
Can you add the MDI in future if you want to? would AUX still be functional?
Do you mind snapping a photo of the inside?
Thank you!!
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I actually did the exact thing and change the shell to the one for the MDI Ill get you a pic today and put it up later,
Cheers
Darren
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Looking forward for that!! :cool:
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Bump!! :laugh:
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sorry buddy will defo get a pic for you tomorrow mate, watch this space.
Darren
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No worries man, tested the armrest at the dealership..damn loved it..
Now i want MDI in the armrest and not sure where to order, so i am looking forward for that!!
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Here you go armrest and mdi
(http://i556.photobucket.com/albums/ss4/mortygttdi/S1051551.jpg)
(http://i556.photobucket.com/albums/ss4/mortygttdi/S1051552.jpg)
Just got to get the rubber insert for the side of mdi.
Darren
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Awesome man!
Where did you get it from?
I got a deal on the armrest+MDI unit for 150$
Photo [http://lh3.ggpht.com/_JGvJklEgui0/TO1USclM-lI/AAAAAAAAEdw/nf28DCRjCnA/s640/armrest1.jpg]
All it needs is the MDI harness, USB cable and mounting stuff for the armrest itself.
harness from kufar here http://kufatec.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5_69&products_id=833
USB cable is like 30$
The problem is that i don't know what is needed to install the armrest (screws,ect..)?
Is this a good deal?