Old and fully loaded or new and basic?

[sambo]

Alright mate,

Just fancy a change really. Bit more comfort, few more toys etc. Had the mk4 for 3 and a half years now and done everything i want to without going back and changing things which will involve ploughing lots of tosh into a car which isn't worth much. Won't be doing as much to this one (haha! yer right) but keeping it oem+  maybe a small drop on springs/shocks, new wheels, quite fancy the phaeton helios 19's if i can get hold of a set, colour coding, and then just engine tuning. Maybe r32 rear valance and milltek to suit at a later date.


Helios


probably get some 18's as a quick fix as this one has 17" monzas on which don't do the car any favours.

Had someone hanging on for my car for a little while, very keen but couldn't sell till I had a replacement!


Cheers, Sam 

[dubcruiser]

Fair enough, sounds like a plan. Those Phaeton wheels look 
I didn't realise you had had the Mk4 for so long... Understand after over 3 years your after a change plus if you have a buyer then half the battle has been won!

Good luck on your collection trip. Hope the car is as good as it sounds (and it should be!!). Enjoy the trip back... (Oh and 8 hour drive back... Yer right!  )

Gets some pics up when your ready!! 

[bobbarley]

I'd for for old and fully loaded

[TomB]

Nice one, sounds like you're getting a nice spec!

A couple of things, yeah Tornado Red can look pink in some shots, but in real life it looks great as long as its polished every few months.  It was the same with my old Polos and Corrado.  I wouldn't refuse to buy an orange car, it means it got more layers of paint on it!

When I looked at MK5s, I found that the Monza IIs looked a bit too big and the ride comfort was compromised with the 40 profile tyres.

I'm not saying don't get 18s, but don't get rid of the 17s as you might find the ride a bit harsh.

[smartypants]

I have 17s on mine, and I actually prefer them. They are more subtle - give the car a bit more of a classy look. 18s are just a bit too showy. But that all depends on what you like to be honest! But I certainly wouldnt say it didnt do it justice... perhaps its very colour dependent

[sambo]

Nice one, sounds like you're getting a nice spec!

A couple of things, yeah Tornado Red can look pink in some shots, but in real life it looks great as long as its polished every few months.  It was the same with my old Polos and Corrado.  I wouldn't refuse to buy an orange car, it means it got more layers of paint on it!

When I looked at MK5s, I found that the Monza IIs looked a bit too big and the ride comfort was compromised with the 40 profile tyres.

I'm not saying don't get 18s, but don't get rid of the 17s as you might find the ride a bit harsh.

Won't be as harsh as what i'm used to! ( 18's on coilovers! )  Know what your saying though cheers mate.

I have 17s on mine, and I actually prefer them. They are more subtle - give the car a bit more of a classy look. 18s are just a bit too showy. But that all depends on what you like to be honest! But I certainly wouldnt say it didnt do it justice... perhaps its very colour dependent

Not overly keen on the 18" monza'a, to much polishedmetal for me, although they look good, just not my cuppa tea, plus the white worm is a nuisance! Think a differant design wheel would complement the mk5 shape better, like the pescara ed30 wheels for example.

Cheers, Sam

[Gene Hunt.]

Nice one, sounds like you're getting a nice spec!

A couple of things, yeah Tornado Red can look pink in some shots, but in real life it looks great as long as its polished every few months.  It was the same with my old Polos and Corrado.  I wouldn't refuse to buy an orange car, it means it got more layers of paint on it!

When I looked at MK5s, I found that the Monza IIs looked a bit too big and the ride comfort was compromised with the 40 profile tyres.

I'm not saying don't get 18s, but don't get rid of the 17s as you might find the ride a bit harsh.

Won't be as harsh as what i'm used to! ( 18's on coilovers! )  Know what your saying though cheers mate.

I have 17s on mine, and I actually prefer them. They are more subtle - give the car a bit more of a classy look. 18s are just a bit too showy. But that all depends on what you like to be honest! But I certainly wouldnt say it didnt do it justice... perhaps its very colour dependent

Not overly keen on the 18" monza'a, to much polishedmetal for me, although they look good, just not my cuppa tea, plus the white worm is a nuisance! Think a differant design wheel would complement the mk5 shape better, like the pescara ed30 wheels for example.

Cheers, Sam

........same here mate thats why i fitted some edition 30 alloys to my mk 5.

[TomB]

We can't complain at your choice, they suit the MK5 perfectly...just a shame they're a nightmare to clean!

[neo66]

With the older mk5's I beleive there was a steering rack issue on left lock, and also check the rear hatch badge for whiteworm as they are just a straight flat badge and prone for this alot more unlike the new 3d style.

[sambo]

Not overly worried about the badge, it's an excuse to get a carbon replacement. Whiteworm is just water penetration isn't it?

Will check the steering rack  Am i right in saying this is more of an annoyance rather than a mechanical failure?

4 days to go 

Sam