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Golf mk8 / Re: 8.5 GTI - issues with fuel system, had the car 4 months
« Last post by davo245 on Today at 10:37 »
Quote from: AbsoluteAnorak on 10 April 2026, 16:39
Just an update on this, in case it helps anyone else out.

Car has been with the VW dealer in Tamworth for nearly 3 weeks now. Repeated repair attempts appear to not solve the issue. I'm not certain what the extent of their repairs have been so far (other than the initial two new injectors), I was told "wiring needs changing and re-coding" so I assume some harness has been replaced (not sure why that would need coding to the vehicle though).  As of right now, I'm told VW UK technicians have advised to replace the inlet manifold, which is being delivered tomorrow and is being fitted on Monday. We'll see. Will update on any further replacements or progress as and when. What a faff.

I'll be contacting my lease company and the broker v. soon to apply some pressure to VW and enquire about some form of compensation. I'm paying for a GTI and I've been driving a T-Cross for the last three weeks. Pretty big downgrade...

Sounds like there service dept is a useless as the sales at VW tamworth they were useless when I bought mine would never go back ther tbh
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Golf mk8 / Re: My new mk 8.5 GTi
« Last post by Adam T7 on Today at 08:25 »
Looks😎 Enjoy
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Golf mk8 / Re: My new mk 8.5 GTi
« Last post by Watts on Today at 07:44 »
Congratulations! :smiley:
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Golf mk8 / My new mk 8.5 GTi
« Last post by jc_tattooer_ on 11 April 2026, 23:48 »
This is my first brand new car Absolutley buzzed with it!!









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New forum members / Re: Hello from the Lakes
« Last post by Adam T7 on 11 April 2026, 22:28 »
Welcome, the Lakes is the most magical place on the planet.
Post some pictures of the GTD👍
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New forum members / Hello from the Lakes
« Last post by Sanemancured on 11 April 2026, 21:52 »
Hello all.

Here’s hoping all is good.

I’m a bit of a fraud. I’m a keen lifelong motorcyclist (3 bikes) who has always seen cars as a dull necessity. I’ve bought a 2015 GTD and I actually love it. It’s in nice condition and I’m limiting my miles until the cambelt/water pump has been done. I would have done it myself but at 71 I’m getting a bit old to be lying on my drive for extended periods although I will give the car a full service.
It’s a real drivers car and I do enjoy driving.
The wheels need refurbishment although only one is bad. I’m thinking of getting them done in bronze. The car is a dark metallic grey.
I’m relocating to Lancashire soon (Heysham) and will be looking for a good VW Tech, detailer and wheel refurbisher.

Peter
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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 first press release
« Last post by Paul70 on 11 April 2026, 15:08 »
This guy has posted a few videos on YT - one a top speed run and one a Ring lap. The guy can drive and the car looks very impressive.


https://youtu.be/MC9dCkjRTr8
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Golf mk8 / Re: Light Assist Added???
« Last post by Colh on 11 April 2026, 10:02 »
It did make me second guess myself.  I was sure I’d used it before but was I just dazzling everyone like a Tesla driver???  :grin:
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Golf mk8 / Re: Light Assist Added???
« Last post by davo245 on 11 April 2026, 09:30 »
Quote from: Colh on 11 April 2026, 08:35
Got in the car last night and got this message.  Anyone know what exactly has been added?  It’s a 5 year old car and hasn’t been into the garage for a year.

Light Assist - main beam control




Thought this was standard on a mk8 gti?

Mine has always had adaptive main beam and matrix
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Golf mk8 / Re: Centre Speaker Upgrade ** Easter Offer Until 7 April - 5% Off **
« Last post by GE90 on 11 April 2026, 09:07 »
Just thought I’d share some feedback received this week 👍





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