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Title: hello
Post by: vmech on 30 March 2009, 11:42

hi guys  i am gonna be buying a mk 3 gti soon next month or so once i sell my other car . ave come to conclusion am to young for a peugeot estate  even tho it gets every thing in . so am going for a vw golf gti . is there any thing i should look for apart from obvious when buying  ie electrics  engine   trim  is 8v or 16 v wich is best  .any way guys thanks for reading post  i will be on as often as i can when laptop is freen (kids/ wife)  any info gratefully recieved all the best andy

Title: Re: hello
Post by: Andy-H on 30 March 2009, 15:51

Welcome Mate,

Your question is going to stir up the big debate again  :smiley:

Title: Re: hello
Post by: Neaty on 30 March 2009, 15:55

hello and welcome :smiley:

the 8v vs 16v debate is a can of worms, albeit mainly with mk2s, to be honest but I think most people would prefer a 16v. As would I.

Title: Re: hello
Post by: Len on 30 March 2009, 16:08

Welcome.

16v FTW!

If you want a standard car with the correct amount of power then its gotta be a 16v.

Title: Re: hello
Post by: jamrock on 30 March 2009, 16:49

welcome  :smiley:

Title: Re: hello
Post by: GOLF_STU on 30 March 2009, 18:57

welcome to the site :smiley:

Title: Re: hello
Post by: Dinky on 30 March 2009, 20:09

welcome to the forum hun :smiley:

Dinx :kiss:

Title: Re: hello
Post by: MrBounce on 30 March 2009, 20:38

Greetings and salutations!

The 8v/16v debate... Hmmmmm... If you buy an 8v you'll always want more power and be disappointed that you can't tune it much. If you buy a 16v you'll like the top end power but you'll always wonder where the low-down grunt is  :laugh:

Title: Re: hello
Post by: DubFan on 31 March 2009, 03:13

Quote from: MrBounce on 30 March 2009, 20:38

If you buy an 8v you'll always want more power and be disappointed that you can't tune it much. If you buy a 16v you'll like the top end power but you'll always wonder where the low-down grunt is  :laugh:

Someone was bound to say it. But according to some power curves posted on here years ago, the 8v and the 16v have the same grunt  low down and it's only when you get to 5k that the 16v starts to pull away power-wise.

Anyway, spec wise, you can find 8v and 16v models with the same interior and exterior options, most will have ABS, electric windows and mirrors, but not all cars had air con or leather seats. Early models may not have air bags though I'm not sure.

As for which engine, the Mk3 is a heavy beasty, so I'd go for the 16v, it won't be that different fuel efficiency wise (unless you're lead footed), so the main difference will be cost of insurance.

Welcome too.

Title: Re: hello
Post by: vmech on 31 March 2009, 09:20

cheers for the warm welcome guys and by reading the replys this is a very freindly forum  i am going to veiw a car this morning its a p reg 8valver gonna have a good look round it   hopefully it will be ok ( the gent said it needs new clutch as one in it is slipping but thats all is wrong with it) fingers crossed eh  .any way  once again thanks .(i will keep you posted) :grin:

Title: Re: hello
Post by: tyler on 31 March 2009, 09:47

welcome both engines are good ive owned both the 16v has defo more power but 8vs are easier to get i now own a 8v gti mk3 and its not that slow it has no engine mods and im not disappointed with the power it gives  :wink: but am impressed that im getting aroud 35mpg  :wink:

Title: Re: hello
Post by: Caz on 31 March 2009, 12:43

helloooo and wel :smiley:

Title: Re: hello . reporting back
Post by: vmech on 01 April 2009, 14:52

well went to see first car yesterday n reg 8v  boy oh boy was that a neglected car  rust hole in tail gate blowing ex shabby cabin  the list goes on  so i back heeled it  and ive just got back in from veiwing a r reg 16v met blue 117000 on clock (is miles to much or ok) good condition new clutch fitted  but fault on clutch pedal not in line with  something  causing it to loose pressure but it s being sorted tommorrow .  so a think am gonna go with thios one as i like it verry much  .any input on this will be gratefully recieved .cheers andy :smiley:

Title: Re: hello
Post by: Len on 01 April 2009, 15:14

That mileage is fine mate for a P reg. Lot less than mine!
What they asking for it?

Title: Re: hello
Post by: vmech on 01 April 2009, 15:21

Quote from: Len on 01 April 2009, 15:14

That mileage is fine mate for a P reg. Lot less than mine!
What they asking for it?

  (r reg)a grand  plus just checked ins and its cheaper  am treating my self because am forty this year  midlife crisis thing  :grin:  . what mpg am i looking at onthe car

Title: Re: hello
Post by: Len on 01 April 2009, 15:28

This is a 16v yes?

If so on a run 35 to 38 mpg around town about 29 but depends how hard you floor it!

Mid life crisis eh? Well I got mine late then!  :laugh:

A grand for an R reg? Good price!

Title: Re: hello
Post by: vmech on 01 April 2009, 15:34

Quote from: Len on 01 April 2009, 15:28

This is a 16v yes?

If so on a run 35 to 38 mpg around town about 29 but depends how hard you floor it!

Mid life crisis eh? Well I got mine late then!  :laugh:

A grand for an R reg? Good price!

cheers for reply and info len .andy

Title: Re: hello
Post by: Len on 01 April 2009, 16:00

Glad to be of assistance Andy!

I get my price info from my son-in-law Billy as he buys and sells em like the wind! :rolleyes:

Title: Re: hello
Post by: jamrock on 02 April 2009, 23:42

welcome to the forum :smiley: