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Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: Exonian on 29 January 2012, 10:53
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I fully appreciate this thread will end up like a junior school playground punch up, but what the hell, here goes:
I bought one of the early mk6 GTIs. I was torn between an immaculate late model ED30/Pirelli or the newly launched mk6 GTI. I plumped for the mk6 mainly due to the fact it had the new engine which was supposedly better on fuel and very tuneable, and the fact that I'm not the worlds biggest fan of the K04 turbo as I can't drive properly and find it laggy. For me, that was the best of the Golf range back in 2009.
My first one was bought as a standard spec car as I knew most of the things I wanted to fit could be retro fitted much cheaper than factory options and thus protect the value of the car better long term by not losing lots of money on factory extras.
So, fast forward a couple of years and I'd got itchy feet again. I looked at everything in the VAG stable and most things from other marques. But for me the standard GTI still won me over (I have a 25 year history of GTIs so may be very biased).
So I got another one back last September, with a few extras this time that will no doubt cost me big time in the future.
But the real reason for this thread is a conversation I had with a friend of mine who works for a car leasing company. He is a big VAG fan too, but very open minded, and drives a huge range of cars all the time. He recently brought round a new GTD DSG for me to have a play with, and I was mightily impressed with it. But I wasn't as impressed as I thought I'd be with it. We had a chat about which would be the best 'all rounder' from the Golf stable and both agreed that the GT TDI 140 DSG was the best when value, driving fun (the 140 just seems more responsive low down than the 170, and the CR 170 doesn't have the kick that made the PD 170 such fun), comfort, running costs, price and spec were all taken into consideration.
I'm not saying it is the best drivers car in the range, the GTI still holds that for me and the R is obviously a step up again from that, but not for me as it's just too expensive for my meagre wages.
But I do reckon that the GT TDI DSG 140 has the best blend of talents.
Let's hear your disagreements and let the fighting commence...
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I think the GT TDI DSG 140 CR is the pick of the bunch too.
Flameproof outfit on.....
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I think the GT TDI DSG 140 CR is the pick of the bunch too.
Flameproof outfit on.....
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if you insist on having a dsg then have it with this engine :cool:
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Even before reading this I thought from day one the gt tdi manual was the best
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Even before reading this I thought from day one the gt tdi manual was the best
I'd agree...all things considered, the 140 TDI in GT spec is probably the most complete and cost efficient all rounder.
With a manual gearbox.
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Even before reading this I thought from day one the gt tdi manual was the best
I'd agree...all things considered, the 140 TDI in GT spec is probably the most complete and cost efficient all rounder.
With a manual gearbox.
Nah manuals are crap, it has to be a DSG :grin:
So why on earth are we all driving GTI & GTD variants?
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So why on earth are we all driving GTI & GTD variants?
Probably because we are happy to pay a bit more and suffer higher running costs for something a bit more indivudual/special?
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So why on earth are we all driving GTI & GTD variants?
Probably because we are happy to pay a bit more and suffer higher running costs for something a bit more indivudual/special?
And it's a GTI forum that would naturally include more 'enthusiasts' who want something a little bit more than the ''best all rounder''.
Still, it's early days yet and obviously more people with more opinions will read this and may or may not be inclined to comment...
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as someone who has to diagnose faults on the entire VAG range on a daily basis, i'm inclined to agree with the OP.
although there's far less to go wrong on a nice mk1 GTI :grin:
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as someone who has to diagnose faults on the entire VAG range on a daily basis, i'm inclined to agree with the OP.
although there's far less to go wrong on a nice mk1 GTI :grin:
Between the holes in the bodywork and chassis that is... :grin:
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rust is lighter than carbon fibre :afro:
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rust is lighter than carbon fibre :afro:
:grin:
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or just get a mk5 and save a few quid :wink:
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Ive collected a gt140 today for somebody and i have to say i was very impressed, not the fastest by any means but a great allrounder.
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as someone who has to diagnose faults on the entire VAG range on a daily basis, i'm inclined to agree with the OP.
although there's far less to go wrong on a nice mk1 GTI :grin:
or just get a mk5 and save a few quid :wink:
Neither of these are mk6s.
Though Chuff is quite correct, mk5's do rust like mk1s.
No go and moderate yourselves you two for going off topic.
Which is the best mk6 allrounder?
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You folk have just given me a rosey warm glow.................check my sig spec. :nerd:
But not too smug................I'd have a GTI if I could afford the fuel :embarassed:
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If you are not too fussed about the sportier spec of the GT TDI, I reckon the Match is the best all rounder of the bunch. I had a 1.6 TDI BMT manual for around 3 weeks, and have to say, as a tool to get you about, it's a bloody good car. RCD 510, Bluetooth, Parking Sensors, Cruise, Auto lights and wipers etc all as standard.
I do prefer my GT TDI over all tho'. The slightly lower ride height, sparkley Vancouvers, front fogs that wink and privacy glass, sadly get me taking a glance at it at every opportunity. I do wish I had bought a DSG tho' and bugger what my wife wanted.
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Now go and moderate yourselves you two for going off topic.
Which is the best mk6 allrounder?
Firm but fair - I'll keep you in mind for the moderation team :grin:
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Golf match 2.0 tdi manual bluemotion tech. Great equipment, fair performance and epic economy.
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The GT 140 is definitely a great car but not the cheapest. Mine was around £21,500 3 year ago and not a kick in the ass off a GTD price. I only went for the GT as it had a special PCP deal which the GTI / GTD didn't.
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The Match and GT TDI make even more sense if you buy them used.
The Match that I was in a couple of weeks ago would be £20,775 new. 3 months old, with 4000 miles on it, the dealers had it up for £17,495. Considering the discount I got on my GT TDI (the same screen price when I bought it) as I had no trade in, I reckon with some decent haggling, it makes for exceptional value.
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Golf match 2.0 tdi manual bluemotion tech. Great equipment, fair performance and epic economy.
Good one there Lee, you may have trumped the GT!
It'd have to be the 2.0 Match though, as you suggest, as my Dad has the 1.6 TDI in his Jetta and it's sh1te. The salesman must've seen him coming from a mile off (not difficult when you see the size of his beer gut!! :grin: )
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Is that a new shape jetta?
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No, a 59 plate old shape which he bought new ignoring all my advice (and doesn't qualify for this section as it's a mk5 based). Mind you, he's retired and still done over 20k in it.
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Best all rounder MK6, simple - the GTI 2.0t petrol. 207hp, fantastic handling, and 35plus MPG on a run. Performance, practicality, etc.
So for me unless you do intergalactic mileage..........
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Best all rounder MK6, simple - the GTI 2.0t petrol. 207hp, fantastic handling, and 35plus MPG on a run. Performance, practicality, etc.
So for me unless you do intergalactic mileage..........
Granted, the GTI is an excellent all rounder, but money has to come into the equation, which is why I reckon a used Match or GT scores so highly.
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Best all rounder MK6, simple - the GTI 2.0t petrol. 207hp, fantastic handling, and 35plus MPG on a run. Performance, practicality, etc.
So for me unless you do intergalactic mileage..........
Granted, the GTI is an excellent all rounder, but money has to come into the equation, which is why I reckon a used Match or GT scores so highly.
Agreed, and this is why I started this thread on a GTI forum! :smug:
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I originaly said a gt 140, ive had use of one (match spec)the last 2 days and while im amazed at the mpg the MFD is displaying, God i am board to death, yes you save money on fuel not only because its more economical but because i don't want to drive for pleasure, i only have driven it when i have to, it's such a chore and just no fun at all. Can't wait to get back home a drive my Gti. So i change my mind to me the Gti is the best alrounder :smiley:
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Sorry guys i'm going to say the TiG is the best allrounder :wink:
Havent been around here for a while was on a life support machine for 2 days last month with liver failure, god its good to be alive :drool:
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does the tiguan share the same chassis as the mk5 then?
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does the tiguan share the same chassis as the mk5 then?
I'm not sure about that one topher ? :undecided:
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me neither. should probably find out before you class your baby touareg as the best all round mk6 :tongue: :laugh:
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does the tiguan share the same chassis as the mk5 then?
It does, built on the PQ35 platform which is also used for the mk5 and mk6 Golf's
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Sorry guys i'm going to say the TiG is the best allrounder :wink:
Havent been around here for a while was on a life support machine for 2 days last month with liver failure, god its good to be alive :drool:
Hope you make a speedy full recovery, frightening times Steve?
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I loved my MK1 GTi. I would have another GTi if I did less mileage or had more money. I have been converted to oil burners and like how are easy they are to drive on a long journey with all that torque. I have a friend and a family member with the GT 140 and I nearly bought one. They are great cars. Perhaps I needed something different?
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Sorry guys i'm going to say the TiG is the best allrounder :wink:
Havent been around here for a while was on a life support machine for 2 days last month with liver failure, god its good to be alive :drool:
Hope you make a speedy full recovery, frightening times Steve?
Thanks Amanda , I'm still off work until the 17th April with full pay so i'm just taking nice and easy at home with my son. :wink:
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Sorry guys i'm going to say the TiG is the best allrounder :wink:
Havent been around here for a while was on a life support machine for 2 days last month with liver failure, god its good to be alive :drool:
Hope you make a speedy full recovery, frightening times Steve?
Thanks Amanda , I'm still off work until the 17th April with full pay so i'm just taking nice and easy at home with my son. :wink:
Yes, hope you get well soon. I had some problems with my liver last year. The only good thing is it is good at repairing itself....
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Sorry guys i'm going to say the TiG is the best allrounder :wink:
Havent been around here for a while was on a life support machine for 2 days last month with liver failure, god its good to be alive :drool:
Hope you make a speedy full recovery, frightening times Steve?
Thanks Amanda , I'm still off work until the 17th April with full pay so i'm just taking nice and easy at home with my son. :wink:
Yes your right it ,but not cirrosis part off liver through out the 80's I was bang at it which is why i'm suffering now thanks though mate. :wink:
Yes, hope you get well soon. I had some problems with my liver last year. The only good thing is it is good at repairing itself....
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Sorry guys i'm going to say the TiG is the best allrounder :wink:
Havent been around here for a while was on a life support machine for 2 days last month with liver failure, god its good to be alive :drool:
Hope you make a speedy full recovery, frightening times Steve?
Thanks Amanda , I'm still off work until the 17th April with full pay so i'm just taking nice and easy at home with my son. :wink:
Yes your right it ,but not cirrosis part off liver through out the 80's I was bang at it which is why i'm suffering now thanks though mate. :wink:
Yes, hope you get well soon. I had some problems with my liver last year. The only good thing is it is good at repairing itself....
Get well soon bud!
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Sorry guys i'm going to say the TiG is the best allrounder :wink:
Havent been around here for a while was on a life support machine for 2 days last month with liver failure, god its good to be alive :drool:
Jeez, that must've been scary, get well soon Steve
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Sorry guys i'm going to say the TiG is the best allrounder :wink:
Havent been around here for a while was on a life support machine for 2 days last month with liver failure, god its good to be alive :drool:
Jeez, that must've been scary, get well soon Steve
Yes Andy almost died mate , touch and go at one point !! Just taking it easy now off work for few more weeks yet but thanks mate . :wink: