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Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: Steve30 on 09 April 2011, 21:34

Title: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 09 April 2011, 21:34
Right i'm in the hunt for a new car got my eyes on the above, but the GTI has got 6000 on the clock demo car on a 10 plate at 27 grand leather ,RNS, DSG, winter pack, I think its got xenon's. The GTD would be a 5 month wait , the Tiguan would come through in May. My Mrs wants the Tig and I want the other ones ether way ??

Your views and thoughts would be nice to hear thanks guys

PS bare in mind its got to be a 5 door due to new baby.  :kiss:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Jimmymature on 09 April 2011, 21:47
Right i'm in the hunt for a new car got my eyes on the above, but the GTI has got 6000 on the clock demo car on a 10 plate at 27 grand leather ,RNS, DSG, winter pack, I think its got xenon's. The GTD would be a 5 month wait , the Tiguan would come through in May. My Mrs wants the Tig and I want the other ones ether way ??

Your views and thoughts would be nice to hear thanks guys

PS bare in mind its got to be a 5 door due to new baby.  :kiss:

I have 2 kids, both still quite young and the GTI is perfect for getting us around day-to-day.  Roof bars and a roof box gets us to Cornwall in the summer without any problems.

The Tig is a nice car if you get the R Line version, but it aint no GTI  :evil:



Jim
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Ess_Three on 09 April 2011, 21:52
Right i'm in the hunt for a new car got my eyes on the above, but the GTI has got 6000 on the clock demo car on a 10 plate at 27 grand leather ,RNS, DSG, winter pack, I think its got xenon's. The GTD would be a 5 month wait , the Tiguan would come through in May. My Mrs wants the Tig and I want the other ones ether way ??

Your views and thoughts would be nice to hear thanks guys

PS bare in mind its got to be a 5 door due to new baby.  :kiss:

I will admit I'm toying with swapping to a Tiguan...purely from the practicality point of view, in all weathers.
I like them...they drive similar to a Mk6 Golf if in Sport/R spec and the ability to easily load them up and go anywhere in all weathers appeals.

Obviously a GTD Golf will give the best economy, and the GTI Golf the best performance...but a Tig has plenty going for it.

I'd probably go 140TDI, and most likely 7 speed DSG....which gives running costs similar to running a GTI in terms of fuel economy and servicing, but will far better all year round usability and without the temptation to go fast (and, ahem...get caught going fast!).
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 09 April 2011, 21:54
Steve: Don't get the Tiguan unless you want to drive a balmange. I drove one and hated it. You don't need to drive a hearse just because you've got a kid. Effing stupid car for London.

Sensible choice: 5 door GTD or slightly less sensible choice 5 door GTI.  :smiley:






Unless you want 4WD!!!  :grin:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: The Doc on 09 April 2011, 21:57
Tigs look nice but they are based on a renault koleos beneath the skin  :sick: if you want a softroader go for a freelander 2  :wink:

5 door golfs are big enough for most families and are very safe  :wink:

Contact VW customer services to find out who has what in stock and where, it's how I located my GTD  :wink:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 09 April 2011, 22:00
Tigs look nice but they are based on a renault koleos beneath the skin  :sick: if you want a softroader go for a freelander 2  :wink:

5 door golfs are big enough for most families and are very safe  :wink:

Contact VW customer services to find out who has what in stock and where, it's how I located my GTD  :wink:

Thats a good tip Doc I will ring them on Monday thanks , keep them coming guy's some good points coming through  :cool:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Jimmymature on 09 April 2011, 22:01
Tigs look nice but they are based on a renault koleos beneath the skin  :sick: if you want a softroader go for a freelander 2  :wink:

5 door golfs are big enough for most families and are very safe  :wink:

Contact VW customer services to find out who has what in stock and where, it's how I located my GTD  :wink:

You can always look at this used GTD, a bargain at £32,995, I know I say this a lot but the worlds gone bloody mad.....

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201112383007186/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-from/30000/fuel-type/diesel/model/golf/make/volkswagen/radius/1500/page/1/postcode/rg141uu?logcode=p

Jim
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 09 April 2011, 22:01
The Ford Kuga p!sses on the Tiguan.  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 09 April 2011, 22:03
The Ford Kuga p!sses on the Tiguan.  :lipsrsealed:

Really ?? Explain please Asker  :undecided:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: The Doc on 09 April 2011, 22:10
The Ford Kuga p!sses on the Tiguan.  :lipsrsealed:

Really ?? Explain please Asker  :undecided:

Kuga is good but no TDI auto option  :sad:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 09 April 2011, 22:10
The Ford Kuga p!sses on the Tiguan.  :lipsrsealed:
Really ?? Explain please Asker  :undecided:

Handles better. Rides better. Looks better. Costs less. It is slightly less roomy than the Tiguan.

The Kuga 2.0TDCi 163 Titanium 4WD is the one to get and lists at £24,995.

The equivalent Tiguan 2.0TDi 170 R line 4WD lists at £27,965.  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 09 April 2011, 22:12
The Ford Kuga p!sses on the Tiguan.  :lipsrsealed:
Really ?? Explain please Asker  :undecided:
Kuga is good but no TDI auto option  :sad:

Ah. Damn. Got slapped by a wet fish!

You are wrong! It is available with Powershift auto!!!! Just checked.  :grin:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Snoopy on 09 April 2011, 22:13
SteveP has a Tig iirc. Maybe worth asking his views.
Maybe contact evo1986 to find out whats in VW stock and maybe give him your buisness for the help.

Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 09 April 2011, 22:14
The Ford Kuga p!sses on the Tiguan.  :lipsrsealed:
Really ?? Explain please Asker  :undecided:

Handles better. Rides better. Looks better. Costs less. It is slightly less roomy than the Tiguan.

The Kuga 2.0TDCi 163 Titanium 4WD is the one to get and lists at £24,995.

The equivalent Tiguan 2.0TDi 170 R line 4WD lists at £27,965.  :rolleyes:
Yes no DSG option
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 09 April 2011, 22:18
The R line is a bit firm so i'm told , but ive never driven an R line Tig what do people think ?  :undecided:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: The Doc on 09 April 2011, 22:19
The Ford Kuga p!sses on the Tiguan.  :lipsrsealed:
Really ?? Explain please Asker  :undecided:
Kuga is good but no TDI auto option  :sad:

Ah. Damn. Got slapped by a wet fish!  :grin:

We looked at everything from Tig's to rav4's etc to ensure the freelander was the best all rounder - it was and comes with a massive spec list, memory heated seats, alpine pro logic hifi, Bluetooth, panoramic roof, actual 4x4 capability etc
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 09 April 2011, 22:19
The Ford Kuga p!sses on the Tiguan.  :lipsrsealed:
Really ?? Explain please Asker  :undecided:
Handles better. Rides better. Looks better. Costs less. It is slightly less roomy than the Tiguan.
The Kuga 2.0TDCi 163 Titanium 4WD is the one to get and lists at £24,995.
The equivalent Tiguan 2.0TDi 170 R line 4WD lists at £27,965.  :rolleyes:
Yes no DSG option

It is available with Powershift Auto. :smiley:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: evo1986 on 09 April 2011, 22:20
We have an rline dsg demo car and it is very bouncy driving round. The match is the car to get and what everyone wants as spec is great and ridiculous resale value.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Ess_Three on 09 April 2011, 22:21
Steve: Don't get the Tiguan unless you want to drive a balmange. I drove one and hated it. You don't need to drive a hearse just because you've got a kid. Effing stupid car for London.

Sensible choice: 5 door GTD or slightly less sensible choice 5 door GTI.  :smiley:

Unless you want 4WD!!!  :grin:

Utter horsesh!t!
From the man who drives his GTI in 'comfort' because the rest are too stiff!!

A Sport/R line Tig is little softer than a GTI Golf...and better damped than a GTI in comfort!
I took one along some back roads to find out...they drive like any non-GTI Mk6.

As for the size...it's no bigger than a Golf...20mm or so in any direction except height...so hardly huge.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: The Doc on 09 April 2011, 22:21
The Ford Kuga p!sses on the Tiguan.  :lipsrsealed:
Really ?? Explain please Asker  :undecided:
Handles better. Rides better. Looks better. Costs less. It is slightly less roomy than the Tiguan.
The Kuga 2.0TDCi 163 Titanium 4WD is the one to get and lists at £24,995.
The equivalent Tiguan 2.0TDi 170 R line 4WD lists at £27,965.  :rolleyes:
Yes no DSG option

It is available with Powershift Auto. :smiley:

4x4 diesel version? Wasn't available then and residuals / spec levels were still much lower than the freely  :wink:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 09 April 2011, 22:23
We have an rline dsg demo car and it is very bouncy driving round. The match is the car to get and what everyone wants as spec is great and ridiculous resale value.

I was told you cant get a diesel 170 tig dsg ?? :undecided:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Ess_Three on 09 April 2011, 22:23
The R line is a bit firm so i'm told , but ive never driven an R line Tig what do people think ?  :undecided:

As previous.
I'm considering one...similar to a ACC GTI in comfort...firm, but not overly so.
I like them...I'd rather pay the extra over a Kuga.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: SteveP on 09 April 2011, 22:24
I think Asker is having another one of those "moments"  :laugh:

I have a Tig R Line DSG and it's a great alround car, nothing like some of the opinions I have read here. Also it's based on a Golf (not a renualt) and shares a lot of the suspension with the Passat. I much prefer using the Tig in London than the GTI.

However I would say buy the Mk6 GTI 5 door instead (but that's only because I want to sell mine  :grin:)
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Ess_Three on 09 April 2011, 22:24
We have an rline dsg demo car and it is very bouncy driving round. The match is the car to get and what everyone wants as spec is great and ridiculous resale value.

I was told you cant get a diesel 170 tig dsg ?? :undecided:

You can't.
140 DSG, 140 Man, or 170 Man, all 4x4.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: JC on 09 April 2011, 22:25
steve steve steve

only one option

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2010-60-Volkswagen-Passat-3-6-V6-R36-4MOTION-5dr-DSG-/320655722427?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4aa89207bb#ht_2396wt_1135

 :smug:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Wayne on 09 April 2011, 22:25
Steve: Don't get the Tiguan unless you want to drive a balmange. I drove one and hated it. You don't need to drive a hearse just because you've got a kid. Effing stupid car for London.

Sensible choice: 5 door GTD or slightly less sensible choice 5 door GTI.  :smiley:

Unless you want 4WD!!!  :grin:

Utter horsesh!t!
From the man who drives his GTI in 'comfort' because the rest are too stiff!!

A Sport/R line Tig is little softer than a GTI Golf...and better damped than a GTI in comfort!
I took one along some back roads to find out...they drive like any non-GTI Mk6.

As for the size...it's no bigger than a Golf...20mm or so in any direction except height...so hardly huge.

Sound advice Glen :afro:

I have driven a couple of Tiguan's I think they are really nice, if I ever had the money I would buy one.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: evo1986 on 09 April 2011, 22:26
We have an rline dsg demo car and it is very bouncy driving round. The match is the car to get and what everyone wants as spec is great and ridiculous resale value.

I was told you cant get a diesel 170 tig dsg ?? :undecided:

You have been told correct dsg in tiguan is only in a 140 version.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Ess_Three on 09 April 2011, 22:27
I think Asker is having another one of those "moments"  :laugh:

I have a Tig R Line DSG and it's a great alround car, nothing like some of the opinions I have read here. Also it's based on a Golf (not a renualt) and shares a lot of the suspension with the Passat. I much prefer using the Tig in London than the GTI.

However I would say buy the Mk6 GTI 5 door instead (but that's only because I want to sell mine  :grin:)

You and I both know that Steve...
Common platform to the Mk5/Mk6 Golf/Passat...same Haldex 4x4 system. ETKA tells you what's common...dash = Golf Plus, suspension a mix and match, as you say.

Tig R-Line is a nice car...not cheap if you hit the extras (£37k I get to), but a good car that drives like a Mk5/Mk6 golf.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Wayne on 09 April 2011, 22:28
I think Asker is having another one of those "moments"  :laugh:

I have a Tig R Line DSG and it's a great alround car, nothing like some of the opinions I have read here. Also it's based on a Golf (not a renualt) and shares a lot of the suspension with the Passat. I much prefer using the Tig in London than the GTI.

However I would say buy the Mk6 GTI 5 door instead (but that's only because I want to sell mine  :grin:)

You and I both know that Steve...
common playtform to the Mk5/Mk6 Golf/Passat...same Haldex 4x4 system. ETKA tells you what's common...dash = Golf Plus, suspension a mix and match, as you say.

Tig R-Line is a nice car...not cheap if you hit the extras (£37k I get to), but a good car that drives like a Mk5/Mk6 golf.

Renault Koleos was crap tbh and built / based around a Nissan from memory
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 09 April 2011, 22:28
steve steve steve

only one option

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2010-60-Volkswagen-Passat-3-6-V6-R36-4MOTION-5dr-DSG-/320655722427?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4aa89207bb#ht_2396wt_1135

 :smug:


Very nice motor but big bills Chuff  :shocked:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 09 April 2011, 22:28
I love Dylan already. He's revived the forum for tonight at least!  :grin:

Steve: Just get a 5 door GTD. It's a fab car. Easy to park and plenty of room inside. Perfect for us London boys with or without family.  :wink:

Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: The Doc on 09 April 2011, 22:29
We have an rline dsg demo car and it is very bouncy driving round. The match is the car to get and what everyone wants as spec is great and ridiculous resale value.

I was told you cant get a diesel 170 tig dsg ?? :undecided:

You have been told correct dsg in tiguan is only in a 140 version.


Could be 175 from 140 me thinks  :wink:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Ess_Three on 09 April 2011, 22:30
Could be 175 from 140 me thinks  :wink:

That's my thinking...and less road tax to boot!
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 09 April 2011, 22:30
We have an rline dsg demo car and it is very bouncy driving round. The match is the car to get and what everyone wants as spec is great and ridiculous resale value.

I was told you cant get a diesel 170 tig dsg ?? :undecided:

You have been told correct dsg in tiguan is only in a 140 version.


Could be 175 from 140 me thinks  :wink:
I like that  :drool:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Ess_Three on 09 April 2011, 22:31
I love Dylan already. He's revived the forum for tonight at least!  :grin:

Steve: Just get a 5 door GTD. It's a fab car. Easy to park and plenty of room inside. Perfect for us London boys with or without family.  :wink:



Asker, a Tiguan is NO BIGGER THAN A MK6 to most people...it's mm's of difference!!
Unless headroom is at a premuim in the big smoke?  :grin:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: SteveP on 09 April 2011, 22:33
We have an rline dsg demo car and it is very bouncy driving round. The match is the car to get and what everyone wants as spec is great and ridiculous resale value.

I was told you cant get a diesel 170 tig dsg ?? :undecided:

You have been told correct dsg in tiguan is only in a 140 version.


Could be 175 from 140 me thinks  :wink:
I like that  :drool:

I can confirm a mapped one does go very well and still returns MPG in the 40's  :smiley:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 09 April 2011, 22:34
I love Dylan already. He's revived the forum for tonight at least!  :grin:
Steve: Just get a 5 door GTD. It's a fab car. Easy to park and plenty of room inside. Perfect for us London boys with or without family.  :wink:
Asker, a Tiguan is NO BIGGER THAN A MK6 to most people...it's mm's of difference!!
Unless headroom is at a premuim in the big smoke?  :grin:

Glen, I just knew you would get me on that point!!! Now what took you so long?  :grin:
In London every mm counts lenghtwise and widthwise.
Place is a flipping madhouse and I am one of its inmates.  :laugh:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Ess_Three on 09 April 2011, 22:35
II can confirm a mapped one does go very well and still returns MPG in the 40's  :smiley:

That's very interesting to know...thanks Steve  :smiley:

Is that a solid 40+ MPH regardless of use?
I'd imagine so.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 09 April 2011, 22:41
I can confirm a mapped one does go very well and still returns MPG in the 40's  :smiley:

When are you getting your Ed35?  :grin:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 09 April 2011, 23:31
I can confirm a mapped one does go very well and still returns MPG in the 40's  :smiley:
When are you getting your Ed35?  :grin:

A silent affirmation.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: R32UK on 10 April 2011, 08:46
All i am hearing on this thread is diesel, 140, 170, auto, and even talk of a ford!!!


welcome to the forum for GOLF GTI's  :sick:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 10 April 2011, 08:57
All i am hearing on this thread is diesel, 140, 170, auto, and even talk of a ford!!!


welcome to the forum for GOLF GTI's  :sick:

Not true there is a GTI on the table Gilly ,  :grin:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Snoopy on 10 April 2011, 10:07
All i am hearing on this thread is diesel, 140, 170, auto, and even talk of a ford!!!


welcome to the forum for GOLF GTI's  :sick:
Says a bloke who has a picture of an R32 thats taking up most of my computer screen :wink:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: R32UK on 10 April 2011, 10:12
All i am hearing on this thread is diesel, 140, 170, auto, and even talk of a ford!!!


welcome to the forum for GOLF GTI's  :sick:
Says a bloke who has a picture of an R32 thats taking up most of my computer screen :wink:

You know you like it snoops!!  :grin: :grin: :grin:

p.s. thats 3.2 ltrs of pure unadulterated fun!!  :evil:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: JC on 10 April 2011, 10:17
welcome to the forum for GOLF GTI's  :sick:

Quote of the Year  :grin: :laugh:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: R32UK on 10 April 2011, 10:35
welcome to the forum for GOLF GTI's  :sick:

Quote of the Year  :grin: :laugh:
:evil:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Captain Sensible on 10 April 2011, 13:15
Right i'm in the hunt for a new car got my eyes on the above, but the GTI has got 6000 on the clock demo car on a 10 plate at 27 grand leather ,RNS, DSG, winter pack, I think its got xenon's. The GTD would be a 5 month wait , the Tiguan would come through in May. My Mrs wants the Tig and I want the other ones ether way ??

Your views and thoughts would be nice to hear thanks guys

PS bare in mind its got to be a 5 door due to new baby.  :kiss:

I changed an Outlander 4 X 4 for a Golf GTI. The wife wanted another Outlander for the higher up driving position and a feeling of safety.

Thankfully the GTI won the day. If you really want to enjoy your driving go for the GTI. My wife now loves the GTI and so far it's as piratical a car as we need.
If MPG is an issue then the GTD is for you , just remember it is a heavier car and although still good to drive it's not as agile as a GTI.

The Tiguan is one ugly lady which through a short time will want you changing car. Piratical but no fun.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 10 April 2011, 14:28
Steve: Listen to the Captain. Get a GTI or a GTD with five doors and forget about that horrid thing with a name that thankfully escapes me.  :wink:











































Just realised that it's called a Piguan. :sick:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Saint Steve on 10 April 2011, 18:17
Have you seen the size of the boot in the Tiguan steve????

Its not exactly Pram friendly, alot smaller and shallower then the Golf...

Id get a 5 door Variant of what youve got personally if the GTD already ticks your boxes mate.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 10 April 2011, 18:28
Have you seen the size of the boot in the Tiguan steve????

Its not exactly Pram friendly, alot smaller and shallower then the Golf...

Id get a 5 door Variant of what youve got personally if the GTD already ticks your boxes mate.

Your right Steve , i tried the pram in there and its very tight to say the least  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Jimble on 10 April 2011, 20:05
Simply stunning IMO!! and probably my next car!
(http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRkNMXgNMfYN6_kiAjrOW4sNXEEf6BlXXm8vxDJUarfqWIOSfQY)
(http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTkDvQs_IwPLSwZyYP6ofjndHOF5sE9BbdBQrW7i3GhSVYPnCF7Mw)
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Saint Steve on 10 April 2011, 20:23
Steve......

What about the Skoda Yeti................ dont laugh... £20k and she's fully loaded with dsg and lots of toys. All from VW :wink:

Awesome little car, and a great family wagon.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 10 April 2011, 21:20
Steve......
What about the Skoda Yeti................ dont laugh... £20k and she's fully loaded with dsg and lots of toys. All from VW :wink:
Awesome little car, and a great family wagon.

Absolutely bloody marvellous. A car for all seasons and all reasons. Beautifully made. :cool:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 10 April 2011, 21:33
Steve......

What about the Skoda Yeti................ dont laugh... £20k and she's fully loaded with dsg and lots of toys. All from VW :wink:

Awesome little car, and a great family wagon.

The ride is harsh jiggley on the yeti  :sad: read the review what car
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Snoopy on 10 April 2011, 21:34
Is the yeti not basically a tiguan?
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Rhyso on 10 April 2011, 21:35
Steve......

What about the Skoda Yeti................ dont laugh... £20k and she's fully loaded with dsg and lots of toys. All from VW :wink:

Awesome little car, and a great family wagon.

The ride is harsh jiggley on the yeti  :sad: read the review what car

Don't read reviews - go test drive one!!  Your butt is the best reviewer on the planet, not some journalist whose looking for something different from the average car punter
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Snoopy on 10 April 2011, 21:37
Bit of inside info :wink: The cars the press get for reviews are not showroom spec models.  :wink:  :evil:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 10 April 2011, 22:03
Bit of inside info :wink: The cars the press get for reviews are not showroom spec models.  :wink:  :evil:

What are they then Snoops ?  :undecided:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: gizzywizzy on 10 April 2011, 23:31
5 door GTI, 3 kids in the back and plenty of room between them.  A Mclaren baby buggy in the boot and the dog.

Makes sense IMO.

Gizzy
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Saint Steve on 11 April 2011, 08:59
Steve......

What about the Skoda Yeti................ dont laugh... £20k and she's fully loaded with dsg and lots of toys. All from VW :wink:

Awesome little car, and a great family wagon.

The ride is harsh jiggley on the yeti  :sad: read the review what car

Don't read reviews - go test drive one!!  Your butt is the best reviewer on the planet, not some journalist whose looking for something different from the average car punter

He's right.... my opinion since i drove one improoved twice over.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: MAW73 on 11 April 2011, 13:46
Simply stunning IMO!! and probably my next car!
(http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRkNMXgNMfYN6_kiAjrOW4sNXEEf6BlXXm8vxDJUarfqWIOSfQY)
(http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTkDvQs_IwPLSwZyYP6ofjndHOF5sE9BbdBQrW7i3GhSVYPnCF7Mw)

Ummmm very nice looking cars. But can't help thinking they will be the next big WAG thing ( WAS_A_GOLF )  :smiley:

Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: MAW73 on 11 April 2011, 13:55
The Skoda Yetti reminds me of Pope-Mobile  :evil:

Get a 5 door GTI Stevie in carbon grey for something different colour wise  :smiley:

Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 11 April 2011, 14:23
The Skoda Yetti reminds me of Pope-Mobile  :evil:

Get a 5 door GTI Stevie in carbon grey for something different colour wise  :smiley:



Not prepared to wait 6 months for GTI Martin but there is a demo there, so I might get that??
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: MAW73 on 11 April 2011, 15:01
The Skoda Yetti reminds me of Pope-Mobile  :evil:

Get a 5 door GTI Stevie in carbon grey for something different colour wise  :smiley:



Not prepared to wait 6 months for GTI Martin but there is a demo there, so I might get that??

I don't blame you mate, sod waiting six months. Treat yourself to the GTI demo. You no it makes sense....!!! :wink:

We have traveled up to the barn in Suffolk many times for the weekend and have managed to squeeze all the baby gear and such like into GTI.

Ps get leather for easywipe of babysick or in case you ever manage to have sex again  :evil:











Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 11 April 2011, 15:24
The Skoda Yetti reminds me of Pope-Mobile  :evil:

Get a 5 door GTI Stevie in carbon grey for something different colour wise  :smiley:



Not prepared to wait 6 months for GTI Martin but there is a demo there, so I might get that??

I don't blame you mate, sod waiting six months. Treat yourself to the GTI demo. You no it makes sense....!!! :wink:

We have traveled up to the barn in Suffolk many times for the weekend and have managed to squeeze all the baby gear and such like into GTI.

Ps get leather for easywipe of babysick or in case you ever manage to have sex again  :evil:












Sex in the car is top  :laugh:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: MAW73 on 11 April 2011, 15:39

Sex in the car is top  :laugh:
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Even on your own  :grin:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 11 April 2011, 16:35

Sex in the car is top  :laugh:

Even on your own  :grin:
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Try dogging Martin  :laugh:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: MAW73 on 11 April 2011, 16:48

Sex in the car is top  :laugh:

Even on your own  :grin:

Try dogging Martin  :laugh:
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No thanks mate.... I'm worried I might bump into Stan Collymore  :grin:



Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 11 April 2011, 17:44
Stevie baby: Just go and get the GTI and forget the GTD. You'll have enough rattles at home! :evil: :grin:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: GolfTi on 11 April 2011, 19:23
Stevie baby: Just go and get the GTI and forget the GTD. You'll have enough rattles at home! :evil: :grin:

 :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: ajmoir36 on 11 April 2011, 21:18
Right i'm in the hunt for a new car got my eyes on the above, but the GTI has got 6000 on the clock demo car on a 10 plate at 27 grand leather ,RNS, DSG, winter pack, I think its got xenon's. The GTD would be a 5 month wait , the Tiguan would come through in May. My Mrs wants the Tig and I want the other ones ether way ??

Your views and thoughts would be nice to hear thanks guys

PS bare in mind its got to be a 5 door due to new baby.  :kiss:

Get a 5 GTD you know you want to, just remember petrol only goes up these days.  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 11 April 2011, 21:19
Right i'm in the hunt for a new car got my eyes on the above, but the GTI has got 6000 on the clock demo car on a 10 plate at 27 grand leather ,RNS, DSG, winter pack, I think its got xenon's. The GTD would be a 5 month wait , the Tiguan would come through in May. My Mrs wants the Tig and I want the other ones ether way ??

Your views and thoughts would be nice to hear thanks guys

PS bare in mind its got to be a 5 door due to new baby.  :kiss:

Get a 5 GTD you know you want to, just remember petrol only goes up these days.  :rolleyes:
So does diesel  :kiss: :rolleyes:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 16 April 2011, 09:55
I drove the Passat salon 140 on a test yesterday and I have to say it was a very refined & smooth but felt a like a grandads car.  They can get  a 170 sport, got some in stock has anyone drove the 170 Passat ? :undecided:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 16 April 2011, 09:59
I drove the Passat salon 140 on a test yesterday and I have to say it was a very refined & smooth but felt a like a grandads car.  They can get  a 170 sport, got some in stock has anyone drove the 170 Passat ? :undecided:

Steve, please don't use such filthy language on this forum.  :shocked:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Saint Steve on 16 April 2011, 13:26
I drove the Passat salon 140 on a test yesterday and I have to say it was a very refined & smooth but felt a like a grandads car.  They can get  a 170 sport, got some in stock has anyone drove the 170 Passat ? :undecided:

I have, i owned the 170 Sport Passat Estate DSG, and it was a great car, fast and a superb cruiser, and very economical on the motorways.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 16 April 2011, 13:46
I drove the Passat salon 140 on a test yesterday and I have to say it was a very refined & smooth but felt a like a grandads car.  They can get  a 170 sport, got some in stock has anyone drove the 170 Passat ? :undecided:
I have, i owned the 170 Sport Passat Estate DSG, and it was a great car, fast and a superb cruiser, and very economical on the motorways.

It is a great mini-cab. :sick:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Snoopy on 16 April 2011, 13:48
Id rather have a skoda superb than the passat, cheaper, better made, and better quality.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 16 April 2011, 13:50
Id rather have a skoda superb than the passat, cheaper, better made, and better quality.

Me too. The Superb is a wonderful car. Drove one last week and was most inpressed. Brilliant finish.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Exonian on 16 April 2011, 14:42
Id rather have a skoda superb than the passat, cheaper, better made, and better quality.

I'd pretty much agree with that, and the facelift isn't a pretty one on the Pissrat.
I have developed a bit of a thing for Passat CCs lately though.  :kiss:
I saw a rather attractive lady getting out of a black one the other day, that might have helped my developing thing.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 16 April 2011, 15:16
Id rather have a skoda superb than the passat, cheaper, better made, and better quality.

I'd pretty much agree with that, and the facelift isn't a pretty one on the Pissrat.
I have developed a bit of a thing for Passat CCs lately though.  :kiss:
I saw a rather attractive lady getting out a black one the other day, that might have helped my developing thing.

As they say, once with black you never go back.  :shocked:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Captain Sensible on 16 April 2011, 15:52
Id rather have a skoda superb than the passat, cheaper, better made, and better quality.

Me too. The Superb is a wonderful car. Drove one last week and was most inpressed. Brilliant finish.

The Phaeton is a unbelievable second hand buy. Under 10,000 on the clock for the price of a GTI

It has every extra and more as standard. I have been in one and you hear no wind or road noise. It has double glazing and a V6 diesel 4 wheel drive.
Only thing about these big salons including the Passat and superb is they are fantastic if you only do motorway driving. Put them onto a B road and the whole point of a gti is answered.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Hartside on 16 April 2011, 15:59
Guy at work bought a '10 reg Octavia vRS with 9,000 miles on it last week and it only cost £15k The boot is massive and it felt well screwed together. Quite impressed me 
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Exonian on 16 April 2011, 16:00
Only thing about these big salons including the Passat and superb is they are fantastic if you only do motorway driving. Put them onto a B road and the whole point of a gti is answered.

Amen to that.


I've got so much junk in my garage that the GTI only just fits in there too, no chance of getting anything bigger.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 16 April 2011, 17:21
The Passet CC is another option ?? They look very smart 170 sport ?? :undecided:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: GolfTi on 16 April 2011, 18:11
The Passet CC is another option ?? They look very smart 170 sport ?? :undecided:

The CC looks quite nice.
Don't you want a hatch/estate?

Just planning ahead for the pram, travel cot, then a bike.....

Do the seats fold down ?
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 16 April 2011, 18:15
I'm not sure if they fold down TBH havin driven the CC , saw one in white fully loaded very nice  :drool:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: p3asa on 16 April 2011, 18:31
The CC is lovely but remember it is only a 4 seater just in case that would be a hindrance.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: evo1986 on 16 April 2011, 18:38
The new spec ones of the last 8 months are 5 seat cars. Gt spec has sensors f+r, Bluetooth, nav,nappa leather, 18inch wheels, acc, 2 zone climate. Ridiculous amount of car for £25k and looks the nuts. Sold one today black with black and beige 2 tone nappa bargain
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: p3asa on 16 April 2011, 18:40
Cheers Lee that's good to know as I had originally went looking at the CC before the Golf and couldn't believe they only had 4 seats.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: Steve30 on 16 April 2011, 18:44
The new spec ones of the last 8 months are 5 seat cars. Gt spec has sensors f+r, Bluetooth, nav,nappa leather, 18inch wheels, acc, 2 zone climate. Ridiculous amount of car for £25k and looks the nuts. Sold one today black with black and beige 2 tone nappa bargain
Which nav is it Lee? very nice motor all the above standard then?
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: evo1986 on 16 April 2011, 18:46
Allocation is even worse for passat cc than gti. Factory order lead times probably 6/9 months. Doesn't help there is a shortage of 2.0 tdi engines so vw are taking a few thousand off skoda : )
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: evo1986 on 16 April 2011, 18:49
Only downside is it comes with rns310 sat nav as standard which is not hard drive based so you have to keep the disc in to use it. Yep all standard on gt trim but no mdi, still memory card reader and aux in front of head unit though.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: am1w on 16 April 2011, 18:52
Steve: Don't bother with the CC. Looks like a kebab and not as practical as the Golf. It is a waste of road space IMO and depreciates beautifully.  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: AGB on 16 April 2011, 18:57
Guy at work bought a '10 reg Octavia vRS with 9,000 miles on it last week and it only cost £15k The boot is massive and it felt well screwed together. Quite impressed me 
One of my neighbours has one and it's pretty tidy actually. Agree with you on that.
Title: Re: GTD, GTI, Tiguan
Post by: GolfTi on 16 April 2011, 19:07
Agree with Asker on this one.

5 door hatch or estate if you have kids. Sooo many reasons why.