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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 order thread
« Last post by Donster on 12 May 2026, 21:10 »
Thanks for the info guys, yes Ive hadG-Techniq coatings for years and you'd even wonder sometimes about them but the stance of the 50 is definitely making me think PPF is a serious option to consider.
Joe was it Flawless (Expel) you used do you mind me asking.
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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 first press release
« Last post by Pooksta_5 on 12 May 2026, 20:59 »
Dealer did not know anything about it on delivery (24/04). Went back last week to collect my mats and dealer told me I’m number 24 and the plaque is on its way and will let me know when it arrives. So hoping to hear soon.
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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 order thread
« Last post by Legally Binding on 12 May 2026, 20:42 »

[/quote] front end, mirror caps, black gloss side sills, and the roof all in PPF. Rest of the car Gtechniq ultra with EXO. Only EXO on top of the PPF. First time I’ve had PPF, so need to let it bed in for a month or so and get its first clean under the belt before I can fully judge it. But so far happy with it, barely notice it’s there. I also had the black gloss centre console PPF’d, it’s a cracking job on that. Guess it will take time to fully judge the PPF. Not cheap though so fingers crossed haha
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Comprehensive protection! Also great idea on PPF the piano black centre console, I’ll copy that idea!
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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 first press release
« Last post by Legally Binding on 12 May 2026, 20:40 »
Those of you who have already taken delivery of your Edition 50s, did you get your numbered plaque at delivery or post delivery?

MrEdition50 - you’ve got the VW briefing paper on this right? What does it say? I think my dealer is going to be clueless about this.
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Golf mk8 / Re: 8.5 Steering Wheel on an 8?
« Last post by flipflops on 12 May 2026, 18:28 »
Just an update on this, thanks davo246 for the FCP Euro link  :grin:

Ordered the parts from them, arrived today, followed the vid and I now have buttons once again.

I know it's subjective and the haptics are usable, but for me buttons are a game changer, really pleased with the swap and it was cheaper from them than getting the used parts from eBay.

Happy to post pictures or offer help to anyone who wants to do the same.

Also have some haptic buttons and trim going if anyone is interested  :wink:

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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 first press release
« Last post by Watts on 12 May 2026, 17:46 »
I bet he'd had his Weetabix....

https://youtu.be/RPT8quCKYm8?si=vIueJYYQpJJTuGfe
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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 order thread
« Last post by Pooksta_5 on 10 May 2026, 21:57 »
Quote from: Legally Binding on 10 May 2026, 19:21
Congrats to all picking up their brand new shiny Edition 50s.

Pooksta - The darken taillights and badge on the Tornado Red looking cracking, as does the alcantara steering wheel! What did you get done detailing wise?

Garwen - has your dealer called you back to get you plaque added post taking delivery of your car?

What's people's thoughts on running summer (Potenza Race) and Winter 18 inch tyre set up. I don't think you'll be able to extract much in the deep winter days with the semis. I would prefer VW OEM 18s but there was no option when ordered unlike in the EU. Always liked the Golf R's Pretoria alloy. Perhaps I can run 18 inch pretoria in sliver in the winter If I can find some at reasonable price, and the 19s Warmenau on sliver in the summer.

As for my order, it's currently stuck in the gulag. Sept build slot now, but unconfirmed build slot, so likely Oct/Nov Delivery.
front end, mirror caps, black gloss side sills, and the roof all in PPF. Rest of the car Gtechniq ultra with EXO. Only EXO on top of the PPF. First time I’ve had PPF, so need to let it bed in for a month or so and get its first clean under the belt before I can fully judge it. But so far happy with it, barely notice it’s there. I also had the black gloss centre console PPF’d, it’s a cracking job on that. Guess it will take time to fully judge the PPF. Not cheap though so fingers crossed haha
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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 order thread
« Last post by JoeGTI on 10 May 2026, 21:54 »
I’d consider a “winter wheels” option too, and also would much prefer to stay OEM. Genuine OEM wheels from VW are stupid money (I had to replace an Estoril on my MK8, it was painful on the wallet). If I saw a decent used set of Pretoria’s or something along those lines I’d consider them.

@Donster, my current car has the front end PPF’d and some other “high touch” bits such as the B pillars and rear bumper lip. I’ll obviously not have gotten proper value from it given I am trading the car again but if this is a car you see yourself keeping for many years, then I’d strongly recommend it. The coatings can be a great addition but no coating is going to prevent stone chips, minor scratches etc. The front end of my car is as-new. PPF is costly but very effective.

I also had it ceramic coated. Including the glass, which is very effective, water sheets off, I barely need to use the wipers.
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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 order thread
« Last post by Donster on 10 May 2026, 20:57 »
I would actually consider a winter variant for the edition 50 also, and like yourself I'd like to stick with an oem option, satori's are around awhile now so even
If a decent second hand pair became available it could be an
Option.
I will be using mine daily so it's definitely something to consider in the winter months.
Also re the details has anyone gone the PPF route I was considering it but the detailed I always use doesn't do it, so I'm just considering a G-Tecnik coating all over crystal serum ultra/exov5 and wheels off coated with c5 wheel armour along with smart fabric and glass coating. I'd be interested in people's thoughts on the PPF, have they experience.
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Golf mk8 / Re: GTI Edition 50 order thread
« Last post by Legally Binding on 10 May 2026, 19:21 »
Congrats to all picking up their brand new shiny Edition 50s.

Pooksta - The darken taillights and badge on the Tornado Red looking cracking, as does the alcantara steering wheel! What did you get done detailing wise?

Garwen - has your dealer called you back to get you plaque added post taking delivery of your car?

What's people's thoughts on running summer (Potenza Race) and Winter 18 inch tyre set up. I don't think you'll be able to extract much in the deep winter days with the semis. I would prefer VW OEM 18s but there was no option when ordered unlike in the EU. Always liked the Golf R's Pretoria alloy. Perhaps I can run 18 inch pretoria in sliver in the winter If I can find some at reasonable price, and the 19s Warmenau on sliver in the summer.

As for my order, it's currently stuck in the gulag. Sept build slot now, but unconfirmed build slot, so likely Oct/Nov Delivery.

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