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Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: adamsimmonds on 27 February 2010, 21:14
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So here I am, pushing 50 and, having put up with revolting people carriers for the kids for the last ten years or so, decided it was time I got my own decent car again.
I used to have a Mk 3 GTI, which I absolutely loved, and decided it was time for a new one. However... I can't be dealing with the red stripe at the front so decided to get the next best thing, the GT. Fully loaded, obviously. The performance figures suggest that the GT is faster/more powerful than my old GTI, so I felt pretty comfortable ordering it. Which I did, about a month ago (and love it).
Now here's the thing - I notice on the boards that all the talk seems to be about the GTI, so I was wondering what you (presumed) enthusiasts feel about the GT. Have I made a mistake? Is the GT naff?
The other question I have is regarding speed. I'm currently on 9 points and would have got a further three had I not been 'offered' a speed course instead. How the hell can you GTI owners actually drive the car to anywhere near its potential with so many bloody speed cameras everywhere?
Many thanks
Adam
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What kind of response do you think you'll get asking that in a GTI forum :laugh:
The GT at the end of the day is only the trim level as you can get it in a couple of different engines.
What engine did you get yours in?
I have the GT and am more than happy with it. The suede effect Alcantara seats are fantastic.
Personally its not a touch on the GTI which I could have stretched to at a push but I don't think I could have lived with the paranoia any time I parked it up!! I'm bad enough with the GT :grin:
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You could say the same about the GT.
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So here I am, pushing 50 and, having put up with revolting people carriers for the kids for the last ten years or so, decided it was time I got my own decent car again.
I used to have a Mk 3 GTI, which I absolutely loved, and decided it was time for a new one. However... I can't be dealing with the red stripe at the front so decided to get the next best thing, the GT. Fully loaded, obviously. The performance figures suggest that the GT is faster/more powerful than my old GTI, so I felt pretty comfortable ordering it. Which I did, about a month ago (and love it).
Now here's the thing - I notice on the boards that all the talk seems to be about the GTI, so I was wondering what you (presumed) enthusiasts feel about the GT. Have I made a mistake? Is the GT naff?
The other question I have is regarding speed. I'm currently on 9 points and would have got a further three had I not been 'offered' a speed course instead. How the hell can you GTI owners actually drive the car to anywhere near its potential with so many bloody speed cameras everywhere?
Many thanks
Adam
I would have got the GTD DSG thats two my pence worth!! :wink:
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I'm sure the GT is a fine car if that's what you want.
If you don't want a GTI then fair enough.
It is the perfect car though.
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You cant be bothered getting a GTI because of the red stripe at the front ? :laugh:
The next best thing is not the GT, go for a GTD.
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Bugger! I think I must have (incorrectly) thought the 'D' in GTD referred to diesel, which I definitely didn't want, so ruled that out. You're right though, the GTD would have been a better bet. Too late now though.
Now I realise the folly of asking the question in the first place.
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Bugger! I think I must have (incorrectly) thought the 'D' in GTD referred to diesel, which I definitely didn't want, so ruled that out. You're right though, the GTD would have been a better bet. Too late now though.
Now I realise the folly of asking the question in the first place.
No you're right, the D does mean Diesel (Gran Touring Diesel) although I have heard people say Gran Turismo Diesel, which I've never believed. So if you don't want a Diesel then you have done the right thing by crossing it off your list.
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I used to have a Mk 3 GTI, which I absolutely loved, and decided it was time for a new one. However... I can't be dealing with the red stripe at the front so decided to get the next best thing, the GT. ...
I actually love that they bought back the red stripes on the grill - to me it's pure retro. It makes me think of seeing the older cars as a kid and thinking 'that's a cool car, I want one!' except now you can get a modern one that won't have the hassle of being an old car and it's safer and more comfortable and that kind of stuff.
£25k+ for a couple of red stripes is quite expensive though... :undecided:
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Well, there's the R that doesn't seem to have the red stripes, or you could get the GTi in Tornado Red where it doesn't look as if it has stripes at all because they're the same colour as the rest of the body.
One of the reasons I got the Blue Graphite was that I thought it contrasted nicely with the stripes, which I think are way cool. :cool:
Rolfe.
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I also think the red striped grill is just right: sporty, but restrained, like the tartan seats. If I hadn't liked the red, I'd have still bought the GTI and then just swapped the stripe for chrome, or black.
BTW, Kev, GT does indeed stand for gran turismo. It's Italian for 'going quite a long way in a car'.
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I think you made the right choice with the GT. Once the points come off the licence you can remap it :evil:
p.s. the mk3 doesnt even come close to comparision with the mk6 :lipsrsealed:
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p.s. the mk3 doesnt even come close to comparision with the mk6 :lipsrsealed:
It should have never wore the GTI badge until the 16V came out anyway and then they should have not stangled the 16V engines output like they did by the timing so not to upset the VR6 POS. :evil:
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I think the GT is nice, and looks really good with the 18'' alloys but I'd have definately gone for a Diesel myself, either GT 140 or better still the GTD. Either car would be re-mapped though, for even more mid-range torque.
The 1.4TSI is at it's best in a light car like the Ibiza or Polo (GTI), but personally for me even in that chassis I'd have gone for the 2.0 Diesel (Ibiza FR).
Just my tuppence worth and I doubt anyone else would agree! :smiley:
And as for the ''how do you drive them near their potential?'' question: Not very often and very carefully. That's where a re-map comes in, added mid range punch so you can drive the car quickly without being a nutter. Sounds like you've been trying to prove something to yourself in your emasculated people-carrier! :grin:
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I also think the red striped grill is just right: sporty, but restrained, like the tartan seats. If I hadn't liked the red, I'd have still bought the GTI and then just swapped the stripe for chrome, or black.
BTW, Kev, GT does indeed stand for gran turismo. It's Italian for 'going quite a long way in a car'.
It's very conflicting after a browse for it, e.g. Gran Touring = http://www.worldcarfans.com/109112023166/abt-golf-vi-gtd-tuning-program-announced
and Gran Turismo = http://www.motorlogy.com/2009-volkswagen-golf-gtd-launched-714/
You got something official from VW that states what it stands for ?
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I also think the red striped grill is just right: sporty, but restrained, like the tartan seats. If I hadn't liked the red, I'd have still bought the GTI and then just swapped the stripe for chrome, or black.
BTW, Kev, GT does indeed stand for gran turismo. It's Italian for 'going quite a long way in a car'.
It's very conflicting after a browse for it, e.g. Gran Touring = http://www.worldcarfans.com/109112023166/abt-golf-vi-gtd-tuning-program-announced
and Gran Turismo = http://www.motorlogy.com/2009-volkswagen-golf-gtd-launched-714/
You got something official from VW that states what it stands for ?
You like Kev??? I know you do mate, this could be your next car son?? :rolleyes:
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I also think the red striped grill is just right: sporty, but restrained, like the tartan seats. If I hadn't liked the red, I'd have still bought the GTI and then just swapped the stripe for chrome, or black.
BTW, Kev, GT does indeed stand for gran turismo. It's Italian for 'going quite a long way in a car'.
It's very conflicting after a browse for it, e.g. Gran Touring = http://www.worldcarfans.com/109112023166/abt-golf-vi-gtd-tuning-program-announced
and Gran Turismo = http://www.motorlogy.com/2009-volkswagen-golf-gtd-launched-714/
You got something official from VW that states what it stands for ?
You like Kev??? I know you do mate, this could be your next car son?? :rolleyes:
:laugh: :sick: I'm a petrol head mate, Diesel is for ladyboys. :grin:
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^^^^ What a guy. Total quote machine.
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It sounds like your a guy that is wanting to get a bit more spice back. The GTI certainly a quick and fun car. The GTD is a bit of a step towards the direction of economy and away from performance. The GT model remains the understated golf for those who want just a little bit more than a standard car.
The MK 3 (no experience with them though) will probs not touch most modern cars. Development has that effect.
As for enjoying the performance of the GTI to it's potential. Well I'm just back from Crail drag strip. That is one way. Another is to find some nice roads where there isn't much traffic and enjoying yourself. But remember, you don't have to going ridiculously fast to be enjoying the potential of the car. The car can go ridiculously fast, but it can also be fun around the speed limit - especially on a technical road.
But with 9 points I think I'd be more pleased that the GT is subtle rather than the limited performance increase it has.