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Title: Hey guys, i'm new with an Oak Green MK2
Post by: j_jza80 on 03 March 2010, 13:02
Hey, I'm Jason and i've just bought myself a 3 door Oak Green MK2 Golf GTi 8v. This is my first Golf, although i've previously owned a 2.0 16v and a VR6 Corrado.

I've recently started Uni, and wanted something fun, practical and cool to drive and this fits the bill perfectly. Needs a little work but overall is a great car. No rust on any of the body panels which is a bonus!

This is she:

(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm203/j_s14a/DSC_2770.jpg)
(sorry for the picture quality, my camera didn't like the glare yesterday, although i'll get some better pics posted up soon)

I also have a Jaguar XJR, although i'm selling it as it's too bad on fuel for a student!

(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm203/j_s14a/DSC_2747.jpg)

Previous to starting uni, i drove Toyota Supras. My last one was a 500hp single turbo one, and the first was a 450hp twin turbo.

My last one (closest) and my first one (furthest)
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm203/j_s14a/DSC_0060.jpg) 

I have loads of pictures of my last Supra if anyone's interested. Was really well spec'd with Leather Recaros, Garrett GT35/40R Turbo, Aragosta suspension and the full TRD catalogue of engine/transmission mounts and suspension bushes.

And my previous Corrados:

My VR6
 (http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm203/j_s14a/vr6.jpg)

And my 2.0
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm203/j_s14a/oldcorrado.jpg)

Anyways, with the introduction over, i'm going to be looking at modifying the Golf suitably for a driving Holiday this year. I'm planning on going to Italy, via the 'ring and Stelvio. Not really looking for any extra power, just a decent brake and suspension package. I'll start a thread in the relevent section on this though when i'm ready.

Anyway, thanks for reading and I hope to become a constructive member on here.

Cheers, Jason.
Title: Re: Hey guys, i'm new with an Oak Green MK2
Post by: madgti on 03 March 2010, 16:26
hello
Title: Re: Hey guys, i'm new with an Oak Green MK2
Post by: GOLF_STU on 03 March 2010, 22:20
welcome along  :smiley:
Title: Re: Hey guys, i'm new with an Oak Green MK2
Post by: Martz on 04 March 2010, 10:15
welcome mate.
Title: Re: Hey guys, i'm new with an Oak Green MK2
Post by: Jay on 04 March 2010, 13:32
Welcome.

Hope you're not disappointed with the lack of power in the MK2.
Title: Re: Hey guys, i'm new with an Oak Green MK2
Post by: Andy-H on 04 March 2010, 20:58
Welcome Along  :smiley:

Really like Oak Green Mk2's  :cool:
Title: Re: Hey guys, i'm new with an Oak Green MK2
Post by: j_jza80 on 05 March 2010, 01:01
Quote from: Jay on 04 March 2010, 13:32
Welcome.

Hope you're not disappointed with the lack of power in the MK2.


 :grin: I don't find it that bad. Not really that quick in a straight line compared to what i'm used to but it's great fun. What MPG do you guys see out of these 8v Golfs? I can't remember the last time I owned a car that was even half decent on petrol so I hope i'm in for a nice surprise! Was very shocked at how big the fuel tank is in it though, I put £25 in it earlier and expected over half a tank, and got nothing like that!
Title: Re: Hey guys, i'm new with an Oak Green MK2
Post by: dan_apps on 05 March 2010, 20:56
welcome matey! :smiley:
nice collection youve had :afro:
expect around 35mpg for ur 8valve!
Title: Re: Hey guys, i'm new with an Oak Green MK2
Post by: MrBounce on 05 March 2010, 21:01
Greetings and Salutations  :cool: