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Offline exsigs

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Changed my mind !
« on: 17 September 2009, 16:54 »
Hi All,

Just joined and what a great site.

I take delivery of my new Mk 6 GTI next week, 3 Door, Carbon grey with 18" monzas.

Here's my dilema, at the time of ordering I couldnt decide on what stereo to go for and whether to get leather. Usually I keep my car for a year then flog on, so the extra expense of the stero and leather would be a waste of money, although I'd get slightly more on resale and maybe make it easier to sell, I would ultimately lose most of the extra money. The benefit of these extras going to the new owner.

Now.... I've decided that I'll more than likely keep this car for 2-3 years, so heres my question.

Should I upgrade to an RCD510 or the Sat Nav version? and if so, where is the best place to get from and how much? Also, will the new radio show all the controls on it like heating and work with the MFSW?

Any idea if you can retro fit leather?

Any idea if you can retro fit rear parking sensors ?

Whats the best hands free system, that would work with the cars steering wheel and show up on the radio screen?

Right, bit of a long first post, but hope some one can shed some light.

Thanks in advance.

EXS

Offline matchboy

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Re: Changed my mind !
« Reply #1 on: 17 September 2009, 16:55 »
i always get leather; some won't agree but i feel it adds to resale.

i would spend your money on the rcd510 with dynaudio - i am v impressed with it.
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Offline FamilyDub

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Re: Changed my mind !
« Reply #2 on: 17 September 2009, 16:57 »
i always get leather; some won't agree but i feel it adds to resale.

ETTO. I like the tartan (and the £1,500) better.

i would spend your money on the rcd510 with dynaudio - i am v impressed with it.

Great idea... awesome piece of kit!
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Offline FroGTI

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Re: Changed my mind !
« Reply #3 on: 17 September 2009, 16:58 »
I often get leather, but I didn't bother with it on the GTI and I'm glad I didn't. As for the radion, the RCD510 is standard here in France and does show you all the really essential stuff, like parking sensor info, temperature & heated seat details, etc. Also the standard RCD310 you get in the UK doesn't match the rest of the dash, IMHO, so I would upgrade. I believe the satnav option (RNS510) is awesome, but I didn't get it principally as it's exhorbitantly priced.

Great colour choice :smiley:

Offline DL

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Re: Changed my mind !
« Reply #4 on: 17 September 2009, 17:00 »
Leather is fantastic and adds some a more luxurious feel to an already top interior, don't know about retro fitting though. RCD510 is a must for the sound and the touch screen.

Offline exsigs

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Re: Changed my mind !
« Reply #5 on: 17 September 2009, 17:04 »
Wow, quick replies.

Looks like im in the market for an RCD510, anyone got one going, or able to recommend somewhere to buy?

Regards

Offline FamilyDub

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Re: Changed my mind !
« Reply #6 on: 17 September 2009, 17:09 »
Wow, quick replies.

Looks like im in the market for an RCD510, anyone got one going, or able to recommend somewhere to buy?

Regards

Keep your eyes on the classified section here.

If you look hard enough you can find one one fleabay for £400-450. :afro:
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Offline p3asa

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Re: Changed my mind !
« Reply #7 on: 17 September 2009, 17:10 »
If you search this forum you will get most of your questions answered for you.
A few folk on here have / are upgrading to the RNS510 sat nav and have done so via ebay for a ridiculously low price, in the region of £600 I think but I'm sure they will be along to confirm. Play your cards right and you might be able to buy their RCD510's
The fiscon bluetooth unit seems to have a decent write up and is fully integrated
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=124452.0
You can get it here for 12.5% off and free fitting http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=127988.0

Not sure about the rear parking sensors but the camera can be retro fitted.
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Offline MDSS MK6

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Re: Changed my mind !
« Reply #8 on: 17 September 2009, 17:43 »
Never used them myself, but this lot always came up a lot in a few modified golf mags

http://www.mjinteriors.co.uk/index.asp

but i agree with others, for me its cloth & cash all the way :smiley:
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Offline Aidy06

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Re: Changed my mind !
« Reply #9 on: 17 September 2009, 17:43 »
If you search this forum you will get most of your questions answered for you.
A few folk on here have / are upgrading to the RNS510 sat nav and have done so via ebay for a ridiculously low price, in the region of £600 I think but I'm sure they will be along to confirm.
Stephens right, i paid £520 including delivery a week or so ago for my RNS510 from Fleabay. Definately the investment of the year for me, haven't had it long but it's an awesome unit. I love it  :kiss: