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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: Exonian on 03 May 2015, 13:45
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The mk7 has been around for a while now and the GTI/D order books open for over two years (yet to me it doesn't feel that long unlike the six months wait for the car which felt like forever) and there seems to have been quite a few gone from one model of mk7 to another fairly recently.
Obviously there have been quite a few jump to R's in the last 12 months, but lately I'm seeing a few GTD owners change to GTI's and maybe there have been one or two go the other direction. And then there's Jimble who keeps swapping in both directions!!! :grin:
So who has gone from one model of mk7 to another and why?
Monkeyhanger is banned from this thread!!! It's a Bridgestone free zone! :laugh:
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I'm sure i'll keep this one for a little while... :lipsrsealed:
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I went from GTD to GTI, I only do around 8-9k per year and missed the performance of the petrol, no regrets so far. The next dilemma for me would be the R400, I drove an R and GTI and chose the GTI purely down to styling. Over here in NI all you see are GTD's although there are quite a few R's around also. The GTI seems a bit more exclusive.
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Where are you based Damo66?
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I'm sure i'll keep this one for a little while... :lipsrsealed:
:whistle:
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I went from a gti to a R, mainly for the traction the r gives you,the gti is a awesome car,but after having a major warranty claim which was cause by excessive wheel hopping made me lose Faith in the car,but still think the gti is better looking & maybe has better Steering feel.
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With no mention of the unmentionables.....
I'm about to make the change from GTD to R (it's on its way). I was just a little bored with the GTD. Testament to how good the MQB platform is, the car doesn't feel fast as it is so composed, and the mpg is disappointing compared to previous TDIs unless you're on a 50+ mile run (EU6 emission changes - it takes forever to warm up and keep the NOx down). I won't mention traction as I think that is down to the unmentionables, but it's another reason I went for the R.
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I have my GTD for sale, but would buy a GTI next or even another GTD with more options, I just like to change my car even if it's for a similar car in a different colour lol :smiley:
Life's too short to be driving round in the same car for more than 4 months ha ha ha :evil:
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I went from a Mk5 GTI to a Mk6 2.0 TDI last year and I'd like to step to a Mk7 GTD next! I'd love another GTI or an R but just not realistic at the moment on my annual mileage.
But in answer to the OP I haven't yet had a chance to move between Mk7 models!
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I have swapped from the GTi to the R. (Being delivered friday)
I have had multiple warranty problems with my GTI and had two things that bothered me about it
Traction was a serious annoyance in the wet and I had an itch that wasn't scratched with the GTI.
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Outside Hillsborough
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Outside Hillsborough
Not too far from me, I'm just down the road in Portadown :smiley:
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Will eventually swap the GTI for an R! Absolutely love the car and spec I have but it just can't get the power down in first or second..
For now I'm swapping the front crappy Bridgestones for Michelin Pilot Super Sports! :)
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Swapped from a GTI to an R, again down to traction on the GTI, and I had a massive itch that needed scratching.
Ps: the R is freaking awesome!!!
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GTD going in for an R within a week. Traction is pretty much the reason to change - was happy enough with a DTUK'd GTD from a performance point of view.
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Plan is to keep the GTi for another year then I think it's going to be a 911. R's just not doing it for me.
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Plan is to keep the Golf GTI until its 2 years old (December 2015) then hopefully be in a position to order the Golf R420 or second choice is Golf GTI Edition 40. It must be in 5 doors guise whatever I get next.
Lets hope I have the funds :cry:
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Went from a GTI to an R, always wanted an R (or R32 back in the day) so I thought f7ck it I'm going to have one!
I didn't have any real issues with traction in the GTI as it was exceptional with the PP, but I was only getting 30 odd mpg so I thought might as well get 26 mpg in an R and have an extra 70 bhp, AWD and the extra speed.
Will have a massive decision to make once the R400 comes out; if I can afford it I'll get one, but I fear if its along the same price as an RS3 (specced £48,000) that may be out of my price range.
As an aside, I prefer the wheels (19") and styling of the GTI over the R, but the extra power and pace more than compensates for that :smiley:
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I have swapped my Carbon Grey GTI PP for a Lapiz Blue R.
Loved the the GTI and thought I was mad getting rid of it after 11 months but like others have said. I had an itch that needed scratching so I thought sod it !! You only live once. I am 50 this year and I thought I would treat myself :wink:
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I've had my GTI just over a month and every time I see a m135i I just lust one! I'm 21 so the GTI was literally the top of the insurance scope for me. Pre facelift of the now the discounts were big enough to drop it just to price range but insurance was over a £1000 so wasn't allowed to do it. Maybe next time ayy
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Seriously :laugh: I have to say the 1 series does nothing for me. The engine note is incredible I have to give you that.
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The Golf is by no means a gorgeous car (nor an ugly one - quietly "nice" in an understated way), but I could not live with 1 series looks no matter how well it drove.
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Its certainly better looking than the 1 series, a let down in this area...nice engine though.
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Ive always had a thing for the one series. I was only like 10 when it was launched and it coincided with a holiday to munich where i saw one and i just have always liked it
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Ive always had a thing for the one series. I was only like 10 when it was launched and it coincided with a holiday to munich where i saw one and i just have always liked it
Some nice thick glasses for your 11th Birthday? :whistle:
(http://images61.fotki.com/v666/photos/1/184538/3940920/Este2491thick1-vi.jpg)
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ETTO, its also appealing having a waggly tail.
and 3 litres, 6 cylinders and great sound to drive along with
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Im loving the GTI.....coming from a Scirocco id love another Scirocco based on the MQB chassis....but I fear it is years away. Im unsure if the ED40 is enough of a upgrade for me to change and the R400 will be more money than id want to spend.....Recon ill stick with the GTI for the foreseeable....
Ken
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Traction, and the elimination of tramping are my main motivations for moving from a GTD to an R. Making the change from diesel to petrol may make me wince at the pumps, but the differences between mpg figures for GTI and R aren't worth worrying about (R is 15% thirstier), nor is the difference in road tax. Insurance differences? My GTD costs more to insure on the comparison sites than an R quote right now.
Between tax and lower mpg, an R will cost £33 a month more to run than a GTI for 10k miles pa if both cars achieve 70% of their respective combined mpg figure. Well worth it for my circumstances, the GTI just didn't seem a big enough jump over the GTD to be worthwhile, and traction issues would remain if it was shod with Bridgestones.
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Traction, and the elimination of tramping are my main motivations for moving from a GTD to an R. Making the change from diesel to petrol may make me wince at the pumps, but the differences between mpg figures for GTI and R aren't worth worrying about (R is 15% thirstier), nor is the difference in road tax. Insurance differences? My GTD costs more to insure on the comparison sites than an R quote right now.
Between tax and lower mpg, an R will cost £33 a month more to run than a GTI for 10k miles pa if both cars achieve 70% of their respective combined mpg figure. Well worth it for my circumstances, the GTI just didn't seem a big enough jump over the GTD to be worthwhile, and traction issues would remain if it was shod with Bridgestones.
Was this in response to my post on exclusivity. if not it is such a coincidence that i highlighted many of these points
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Traction, and the elimination of tramping are my main motivations for moving from a GTD to an R. Making the change from diesel to petrol may make me wince at the pumps, but the differences between mpg figures for GTI and R aren't worth worrying about (R is 15% thirstier), nor is the difference in road tax. Insurance differences? My GTD costs more to insure on the comparison sites than an R quote right now.
Between tax and lower mpg, an R will cost £33 a month more to run than a GTI for 10k miles pa if both cars achieve 70% of their respective combined mpg figure. Well worth it for my circumstances, the GTI just didn't seem a big enough jump over the GTD to be worthwhile, and traction issues would remain if it was shod with Bridgestones.
Was this in response to my post on exclusivity. if not it is such a coincidence that i highlighted many of these points
Yep, a bit of a crossover in topics, I read a few different topics and then responded in the last place I was at. For most, the difference between an R and a GTI's running costs are pretty small, you could lose more than that over 3 years with just the addition of £1500 worth of options (which many do). The RRP differences between a PP GTI and an R are pretty small too, and the R has slightly better residuals (used to be a lot better).
If I had a GTI and was considering an R, it would depend on how long i'd had that GTI, if it's less than a year old (add 6 months wait for the R) to be cashing in at under 18 months old, then that initial hit can be hefty if you don't secure a private sale.
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I have a GTD brand new in March; just ordered an R...
With these lead times will probably have had it a year come collection time; ya never know though :laugh:
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Blimey, your signature on the paperwork can barely be dry! Why so soon dare I ask?
P.S. As the instigator of this thread, I must shamefully admit I've swapped out somewhat earlier than anticipated too.
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Blimey, your signature on the paperwork can barely be dry! Why so soon dare I ask?
P.S. As the instigator of this thread, I must shamefully admit I've swapped out somewhat earlier than anticipated too.
I went in to the dealership to have a 3 monthly inspection of the GTD and what I saw waiting was something I just had to have. Absolutely love my GTD and would have another in a heartbeat but that Lapiz blue R with Pretorias had me straight away; the salesman knew it too! Figured they'd be inclined to do me a great deal since I'd bought the GTD from them so asked the question; £1000 more from me and £13 a month extra; no brainer. Only thing is the one I saw had just been sold so has to a factory order...
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That sounds a remarkably good deal.
The R really seems to be reeling people in on here.
Lots of existing mk7 owners swapping to R's that is.
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My MK7 GTD will be 2 years old when its lease ends this September.
It's been a great all round car but with a growing family, dog, mountain bikes etc. need a bit more space. Was impressed by the Octavia vRS and Scout but in the end have just ordered a Golf R estate! The idea of a practical estate with 300bhp and 4wd was too good to miss out on :smiley:
Looking forward to driving a petrol car again and seeing how it compares with the GTD!
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I like your thinking Andy!
Is it on a cheapo lease deal too as icing on the cake? :afro:
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Yes, there was a particularly good lease deal on the R estate recently.
The great thing about the Golf GTI/GTD/R is the decent amount of standard kit. On the Scout I'd have added a spare wheel, variable boot floor, parking sensors and xenons which all add up... my man maths reckoned this will make the R cheaper to run despite the increased fuel consumption. Although I did opt for the limestone grey metallic on the R in attempt to keep it a bit stealthy :cool:
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Very interesting thread.
My problem is not the car, it's me, there's always another car I want/could own.... lol
I haven't swapped out (not yet)
I understand why many people have moved to an R - there's a lot of performance - not that much compromise and you can get some good deals on it. The Golf R Estate has a massive appeal for me, I like practical cars and the R Estate seems a bit bonkers (as bonkers as a Golf can be) which is good.
I did consider a GTE but found out it was in some respects not a performance car and a bit flawed. I am really enjoying the GTD, my work milage has just seriously decreased though so it may be a GTI next time or maybe an E Golf and something fast for the longer journeys :)
James
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The E Golf would be okay purely as a city car running a slightly nicer set of wheels.
Then maybe just hire a car for the odd occasion you do a longer trip or need something bigger.
I always thought my mate Simon had the right idea: running a 50mpg Punto then hiring a sporty car for when he wanted one for a weekend. That way he got to drive lots of shiny new cars and experience all sorts - plus being a single guy it probably impressed the ladies when he turned up in something flash (only to crush their hopes afterwards!).
Then he bought an R32 and now spends about 101% of his wages trying to get that back to 'as new' condition, and it probably has cost him more than the payments on a new car... hey ho.
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The E Golf would be okay purely as a city car running a slightly nicer set of wheels.
Then maybe just hire a car for the odd occasion you do a longer trip or need something bigger.
I always thought my mate Simon had the right idea: running a 50mpg Punto then hiring a sporty car for when he wanted one for a weekend. That way he got to drive lots of shiny new cars and experience all sorts - plus being a single guy it probably impressed the ladies when he turned up in something flash (only to crush their hopes afterwards!).
Then he bought an R32 and now spends about 101% of his wages trying to get that back to 'as new' condition, and it probably has cost him more than the payments on a new car... hey ho.
You know my thinking Andy
28k + for a GTE for a petrol car with an electric motor - pick up used E Golf for about 20k and choose the petrol motor you want for 8k :) :)
For me the whole hybrid/electric thing will hopefully come alive next gen, personally I think plug in hybrids are stop gap tech until we have decent electric cars.
If in three years i choose to trade in - I may look at various options.
James