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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: MarkHowells on 26 June 2018, 20:54
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Well, the I have had a 7R for the last 4 years but now it has gone and because I could not order a 7.5R manual, I now have a 7.5 GTi PP.
Spec:
Altlantic Blue
19” Santiago wheels
Keyless Entry
DCC
The GTi feels so different. It feels lighter, but otherwise drives as good as the R and other Golfs. It is early days yet as I have only driven 80 miles in it and not been able to open it up.
The exhaust sound is totally different, if anything slightly louder than the R. But saying that it lacks the grunt of the R. I am enjoying the updated tech and I have to admit that the GTi does look sportier than the R.
Anyway, I have joined this forum now and just wanted to say how much I am looking forward to enjoying it and also the having the benefits from the knowledge base of the forum members.
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Welcome Mark, a great choice!
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Hi Mark,
Welcome: I just got an Atlantic BLue PP too...................it's a great colour isn't it! :smiley:
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Welcome aboard!!!
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Welcome!
I’ve seen your posts on the subject over on VWROC.
It’ll be interesting to see how you think they compare as you become more familiar with the GTI.
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Hello and welcome :cool:
Welcome!
I’ve seen your posts on the subject over on VWROC.
It’ll be interesting to see how you think they compare as you become more familiar with the GTI.
I would also like to know this because I can’t decide whether to get an R next or stick with a GTI.
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Hello and welcome :cool:
Welcome!
I’ve seen your posts on the subject over on VWROC.
It’ll be interesting to see how you think they compare as you become more familiar with the GTI.
I would also like to know this because I can’t decide whether to get an R next or stick with a GTI.
That’s not such as easy decision as it was pre facelift.
Unless you want a manual gearbox like Mark.
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That’s not such as easy decision as it was pre facelift.
Unless you want a manual gearbox like Mark.
Apologies for going off topic but you’re completely right. I will be getting a DSG but it’s not really a no brainer anymore. I’ll wait and see what the Mk8 brings.