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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: Damo66 on 30 April 2015, 19:24
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Does anyone know if these will be a limited run like the MK6 R?
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I have read many reports stating it will not be a limited edition. The plan at present being put forward by VW execs is for the Golf R400 to be a standard production run just like the current GTI and R. Not to say however there will be as many as some other more family orientated models
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We should see/hear about the Golf R420 around the September Frankfurt Motor Show.
From what information is out there, it will be a standard production model, so expect both 3 and 5 door variants.
The price of the Golf R420 should come around or under the Audi RS3 price of £39,995, I expect it to be a DSG only model due to the amount of performance on offer from the engine.
Expect no wide track or overly aggressive styling, expect it to be like the current Golf R but with different body styling, more performance, bucket seats / interior upgrades, upgraded brake system and exhaust cooling system.
Volkswagen could put the Golf back at the top of the hot hatch tree above and beyond the AMG, RS and M hatch competition, this will only increase brand awareness in a positive fashion.
Roll on September. :laugh:
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You sure the mk6 R was limited?
Wonder of they might put the 8 speed DSG in the 400?
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mk6R wasn't limited just over priced
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Now that the r400 has been confirmed I couldn't help myself laying a deposit down for the first build slots,which is crazy considering I only just got the golf R a month ago.but my thinking is Get in early before there is a lot of golf r being traded in for R400 & lowering prices, although I will only be able to buy one if it comes in a 5 door model ,have DSG ( wife won't have a manual) & prices to start at £37,000.
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Now that the r400 has been confirmed I couldn't help myself laying a deposit down for the first build slots,which is crazy considering I only just got the golf R a month ago.but my thinking is Get in early before there is a lot of golf r being traded in for R400 & lowering prices, although I will only be able to buy one if it comes in a 5 door model ,have DSG ( wife won't have a manual) & prices to start at £37,000.
I'm sure you'll suffer less drop on your R than you'll lose by waiting on the R400 for broker prices if it is a model available with no further restrictions on allocation than the regular R has. Made that mistake with the GTD, could've got a far better deal on it by waiting a month or 2.
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I appreciate that it's nearly Ferrari performance and I appreciate that the MQB platform must be able to handle the power easily enough, plus I also appreciate that the R400 in the pipeline is probably why VW did such lazy uninspiring styling for the R but nearly £40k base price for a Golf? ??? :lipsrsealed:
Yes "what else can you buy that's comparative?" applies but unless you have absolutely nowhere to park two cars why not get a) something quick, solid and enjoyable for daily use and b) something that you can take to track days and actually use the performance in a place you can actually scratch more than the surface of what it can do
Still, guess it just shows how out of touch with the world I am.
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I appreciate that it's nearly Ferrari performance and I appreciate that the MQB platform must be able to handle the power easily enough, plus I also appreciate that the R400 in the pipeline is probably why VW did such lazy uninspiring styling for the R but nearly £40k base price for a Golf? ??? :lipsrsealed:
Yes "what else can you buy that's comparative?" applies but unless you have absolutely nowhere to park two cars why not get a) something quick, solid and enjoyable for daily use and b) something that you can take to track days and actually use the performance in a place you can actually scratch more than the surface of what it can do
Still, guess it just shows how out of touch with the world I am.
I suppose I'm just keeping my options open,if the r400 does become a must have car at least I'll be at the front of the queue & not have 6-8 month wait times.A £40k golf does sound ridiculous, but will be hoping it has good GFV so monthly payments won't be to high.
As for having a track day car , that would be great but don't have the room with only space for 2 cars ,as my daily driver is a Astra estate.
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Now that the r400 has been confirmed I couldn't help myself laying a deposit down for the first build slots,which is crazy considering I only just got the golf R a month ago.but my thinking is Get in early before there is a lot of golf r being traded in for R400 & lowering prices, although I will only be able to buy one if it comes in a 5 door model ,have DSG ( wife won't have a manual) & prices to start at £37,000.
I'm sure you'll suffer less drop on your R than you'll lose by waiting on the R400 for broker prices if it is a model available with no further restrictions on allocation than the regular R has. Made that mistake with the GTD, could've got a far better deal on it by waiting a month or 2.
Your probably right about waiting, the problem I'll have will be trying to negotiate a discount on a car which I have already put a deposit on,It might like the RS3 where your lucky to get 3% of list ,but if the figures don't stack up I'll just walk away with my refunded £500 .
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If you're looking at doing it on the monthlies then it makes a heap of sense Gaz35 if the likely resale is going to be really good. It might not be a limited production run but it'll certainly not be a model built in huge numbers so could be very sought after potentially. In which case selling your slot on the waiting list might end up netting you a profit!!! It's happened before (probably not on a golf though *yet* ) :whistle:
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Wonder what's underneath?
http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/spy-shots/volkswagen/vw-golf-r420-2015-why-volkswagen-is-readying-a-super-golf-gti/
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Well the mule has flared arches, intercooler is more pronounced and looks like it may have RS3 8 pots and there is a small splitter
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I'll be disappointed of this is the final look of the car, as the concept looked far more aggressive and so different to the rest of the line up.
Still got my fingers crossed that it might have an 8 speed DSG too.
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I'll be disappointed of this is the final look of the car, as the concept looked far more aggressive and so different to the rest of the line up.
Still got my fingers crossed that it might have an 8 speed DSG too.
its a test mule ring slag
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Apparently a photographer heard what sounded like a 2.5T 5pot engine. Should leave a decent amount of head room for the crazy tuners out there
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Apparently a photographer heard what sounded like a 2.5T 5pot engine. Should leave a decent amount of head room for the crazy tuners out there
It's probably a Diesel R mule using a big ass Sport und Sound pack!!! :laugh:
Now there's a playground rumour to start...
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Exonian behave :grin: