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Golf mk8 / Re: Is this the latest software
« Last post by SRGTD on Today at 10:39 »
Quote from: Exonian on 13 May 2024, 20:55
Surely the replaced wheel has its own warranty?

Under VW’s new car factory warranty, items replaced during the warranty period are only warrantable up to the expiry date of the warranty. From the warranty T&C’s on VW’s website;

’Any part which is replaced becomes the property of Volkswagen. Any replaced parts are covered for the unexpired period of the vehicle warranty.’

https://www.volkswagen.co.uk/en/owners-and-services/my-car/important-information/warranties-and-insurance/new-car-terms.html
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Golf mk8 / Re: MK8.5 Official News / Open for ordering the 11th of April
« Last post by BillSan on Today at 10:35 »
Nice one Andy.  I've had a brief play and already gone over 50k euros without really trying.

Hard to believe that you'll get a acceptable UK spec car for less than £47k-£48k.   

I'll buy second-hand thanks!!
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Golf mk8 / Re: MK8.5 Official News / Open for ordering the 11th of April
« Last post by AndyGTI on Today at 09:56 »
Hi

Just taken my weekly look at German Volkswagen site. We are in luck.

https://www.volkswagen.de/de/konfigurator.html/__app/der-neue-golf-2024/sportliche-modelle/gti.app?---=%7B%22configuration-step-navigation-service%22%3A%22%2F%3FconfigStep%3D%257B%2522context%2522%253A%252230602-34427-GTI%2522%252C%2522selectedStep%2522%253A%2522exterior%2522%257D%22%2C%22filter-service%22%3A%22%2F%3FengineType%3DBenzin%22%7D&category-app=private&carlineId-app=30602&salesGroupId-app=34427&trimName-app=GTI&modelId-app=DA19ZZ%24GYOSYOS&modelVersion-app=6&modelYear-app=2024

Hopefully this link will take you straight to GTI configurator but remember this is German site, so this won’t be the UK spec car eg we always start at 18inch wheels and they are bound to include IQ Matrix lights.
So no need to tick every box and then rail at the price you get.

As a marker the pre facelift GTI in German started at 40905€ so it’s increased by approx 3500€
I know it’s been discussed before on here but seems to be heading for £42-44k starting price in UK.

As Fred has already mentioned, think UK orders etc will be July time

Enjoy
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Golf mk7 / Re: GTI or R?
« Last post by Hertsman on Today at 09:42 »
Quote from: symonh2000 on Today at 07:13
Isn't the S3 basically the same car?

Things like suspension settings (some have mag-ride) and other details may be different but underneath the skin they are fundamentally the same.

I was looking at S3's myself as a more sensible alternative to my M140i.

Never driven an S3 but from what understand it is basically the same car, but apparently the drive set up is not as keen as the R and so its a little less engaging, though you do imagine that its only for those who drive more spirited than most who would notice.

Have had Audi though, and interior is a little bit above the Golf in material, but I actually prefer the layout of the MK 7, not big fan of the pop up screen on Audi, but thats a subjective opinion only others may really like it.
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Golf mk6 / Re: What have you done to your Mk6 today then?
« Last post by david25 on Today at 09:40 »
Replaced the original orange dipstick with the new yellow version after one of the small tabs broke.

I note the orange version has problems with becoming brittle.
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Golf mk8 / Re: Is this the latest software
« Last post by BillSan on Today at 08:46 »
I'm still on 1899 and haven't seen an OTA update of any kind for a long time.

Quote from: Exonian on 05 February 2024, 20:55
Are your privacy settings still allowing OTA updates through BillSan?
My Clubby took the change between 1894(?) and 1941 with no issues with bongs afterwards.

How can I check if my privacy settings still allow OTA updates?   I haven't changed anything (but, as we all know with VW software, that doesn't mean that no changes have taken place!)
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General discussion / Re: Seeking reliable valuation for 1987 Mk2 GTi 8v
« Last post by barrym381 on Today at 08:15 »
Some more details might help like mot status service history and any work needing done or work you’ve done and some pictures
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Golf mk7 / Re: GTI or R?
« Last post by symonh2000 on Today at 07:13 »
Isn't the S3 basically the same car?

Things like suspension settings (some have mag-ride) and other details may be different but underneath the skin they are fundamentally the same.

I was looking at S3's myself as a more sensible alternative to my M140i.

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Golf mk8 / Re: MK8.5 Official News / Open for ordering the 11th of April
« Last post by clarky92 on Today at 01:26 »
VW to unveil a new GTI variant on 31st May

Clubsport? Clubsport ED50?





https://www.motor1.com/news/719515/new-volkswagen-golf-gti-variant/amp/
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Golf mk8 / Re: Clubsport decal
« Last post by clarky92 on 13 May 2024, 21:59 »
Quote from: simonwhite2000 on 07 May 2024, 14:01
Quote from: clarky92 on 20 January 2024, 14:53
The one and only mod I’m doing to the Clubsport. In my opinion this is how the factory decals should have looked




Brilliant. I have located the sticker on Ebay - any tips on fitting it? Reason I ask is you might of figured out a good way to get it lined up etc.

Prep wise im thinking the usual wash process, decontaminate, quick clay bar on that specific patch then wondering if you did the wet fit process or not?

Sorry for the late reply

Masking tape, patience, measuring and a bit more patience.
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