Clubsport order thread

[JNL]

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Ready to collect next week :-D

[Foxy367]

Very nice, I had the choice of Deep black or Atlantic blue. I've had three black cars and thought it time for a change.

[Woeisme]

I’ve a clubsport on order and there doesn’t seem to be a build week in sight. Thinking of now adding the hk audio. Is it worth it?

I’d be happy with an aftermarket solution but from the brief search I’ve done there is no info on something that will 100% work with the in car tech. I’d also be a bit worried about how it would effect the warranty.

[clarky92]

I’ve a clubsport on order and there doesn’t seem to be a build week in sight. Thinking of now adding the hk audio. Is it worth it?

I’d be happy with an aftermarket solution but from the brief search I’ve done there is no info on something that will 100% work with the in car tech. I’d also be a bit worried about how it would effect the warranty.

HK is only worth it if its something you want, its a completely subjective to each owner. I personally find the standard sound system fine.

However, what is known is HK is subject to the chip shortage. Also just because the build week isn't assigned, the order is still in the queue as it were and making changes can push the order back in the queue. However nobody really knows anything concrete and you can waste hours trying to find information from VW, to no avail.

[Foxy367]

I’ve a clubsport on order and there doesn’t seem to be a build week in sight. Thinking of now adding the hk audio. Is it worth it?

I’d be happy with an aftermarket solution but from the brief search I’ve done there is no info on something that will 100% work with the in car tech. I’d also be a bit worried about how it would effect the warranty.

The standard system seems pretty good sounds better than the 7.5 Golf one. I'm possibly no audiophile but seem to get the balance ok. too much bass can distort at higher volumes. 

[JoeGTI]

I’ve a clubsport on order and there doesn’t seem to be a build week in sight. Thinking of now adding the hk audio. Is it worth it?

I’d be happy with an aftermarket solution but from the brief search I’ve done there is no info on something that will 100% work with the in car tech. I’d also be a bit worried about how it would effect the warranty.

My build week was supposedly last week (week 27) but when I checked in for an update on Monday it hadn't moved along. Still "scheduled" rather than "in production"...  so I'm not sure whats going on but it seems a confirmed build week doesn't mean much at the moment either.


As for HK, its one of the big ticket items that apparently does directly impact build lead times so for that reason alone I'd be hesitant to spec it. The standard audio in VW's tends to be reasonably good, much better than say BMW where HK is almost essential.

[Kenis]

check this thread out on HK vs standard https://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=287587.0

[Maximusbiggus]

I have the HK in my Clubsport. It's good but the standard system is generally pretty good. I had the standard system on my mk7.5 GTI and I can't say this HK system is worlds apart. If you have the cash to spare then go for it but if it's between HK and something else maybe go for the other thing (depending on what it is!!)

[Woeisme]

Yeah I’m on the fence really since nobody seems to be really impressed with the hk. The standard is pretty good but it’s just not as good as the one in my current car.

I see there is lots of aftermarket subwoofers that fit where the spare wheel is but it’s all mk7 compatible. Would any of you go this route when they are working for mk8?

I’ve a clubsport on order and there doesn’t seem to be a build week in sight. Thinking of now adding the hk audio. Is it worth it?

I’d be happy with an aftermarket solution but from the brief search I’ve done there is no info on something that will 100% work with the in car tech. I’d also be a bit worried about how it would effect the warranty.

My build week was supposedly last week (week 27) but when I checked in for an update on Monday it hadn't moved along. Still "scheduled" rather than "in production"...  so I'm not sure whats going on but it seems a confirmed build week doesn't mean much at the moment either.


As for HK, its one of the big ticket items that apparently does directly impact build lead times so for that reason alone I'd be hesitant to spec it. The standard audio in VW's tends to be reasonably good, much better than say BMW where HK is almost essential.

unfortunate that yours hasn’t been built yet but not totally unsurprising going by all the other stuff we are hearing on lead times. I’m preparing myself now for mine to be a 221 plate as I’m not picking up the car in November/December, I can see me losing out down the road with how registration works in Ireland.

With that in mind I think adding the hk might delay it a few months but not affect when I pick up the car.

[JNL]

Pleased to say I collected it today. So far very good, although doesn’t sound as good as my Rocco R did. Getting used to all the new gadgets (the infotainment is pretty easy once you get the back of it).
One big annoyance - given the cost and high spec, they didn’t supply me with car mats!!!