3 years with the Mk6 - time for a change

[gjf]

Well it has been 3 years since i got the GTI and i can honestly say that it has been the best car i have owned by a mile.
30000 miles covered and not one single problem or fault to speak of not even a rattle.

My spec is 5dr white with DSG, 18", ACC, cruise and lux and if i were to order it again i would only change the ACC which i think i have used
about 3 times.

I know it is always said but the cars ability lies in its jack of all trades character - it has a great blend of comfort and sport, having owned a few Type-r hondas it is a relief to get out of the car after a 2 hour drive and still be able to walk.

I am not venturing too far as next week i will pick up the replacement which is a GTD - I know its not a proper GTI but i was really impressed on the test drive and it will suit my needs at the moment better as i seem to be in the petrol station every few days.

I did look at the 35 edition but just could not justify the extra cost for essentially the same car although it does sound much better
anyway the GTD should keep me going fine for a year or two when i can have another look at maybe a MK7 GTI.

Cheers

Gareth

[Steve30]

The GTD is a great motor esp with DSG , ACC just stays in comfort zone !! Will you be mapping it?

[Cliff_944]

The GTD is a great 'Grand Tourer' you won't regret it - look forward to the photos

[PenguinGTI]

Glad to hear you've had such a pleasant experience throughout your ownership of the car. All the best with the GTD. What spec are you getting?

[dubber36]

Dull question but why change for a car that is (engine aside) more or less the same as your current car?

Granted you will save money on fuel and a little bit on road tax, but the difference in depreciation over the next couple of years on a new GTD and a 3 year old GTI, would pay for one hell of a lot of petrol and still leave you with a tidy sum left over.

[andykram]

I agree Dubber. I contemplated doing the same thing but decided to keep the GTi.

Having said that, it was also an excuse to insist on the wife having a diseasel so I didn't have to!!!

[gjf]

Dull question but why change for a car that is (engine aside) more or less the same as your current car?

Granted you will save money on fuel and a little bit on road tax, but the difference in depreciation over the next couple of years on a new GTD and a 3 year old GTI, would pay for one hell of a lot of petrol and still leave you with a tidy sum left over.

I like to keep my car newish with a warranty if possible - my car will be payed for next month so i will just take the cost to change
on finance over 2 years from VW this will be a lower payment than i have been making and i also expect to make a saving of about £100  per month on fuel so the difference should be visible at the end of the month.

I know it is essentially the same car but having looked at quite a few other options none felt as nice as the golf overall, anyway i think i have wangled a pretty good deal on the GTD and my PX. The GTD is 6 months old but as new with 4k on the clock, 5door, Carbon Grey, 18", Manual with a couple of toys and that's about it but as its not brand new im saving over £5K on list.

On the depreciation front the GTI has been superb having a PX value of almost 70% after 3 years.

[Dawnskaybug]

go get  an APR K04 INSTALLED. Pretty much same MPG totally different car....

[dubber36]

my car will be payed for next month so i will just take the cost to change
on finance over 2 years from VW this will be a lower payment than i have been making and i also expect to make a saving of about £100  per month on fuel so the difference should be visible at the end of the month.

I'm probably old fashioned, but to me that may be saving on your monthly outgoings, but ultimately costing you more in the long run. I guess if you want a new car, that's the way that works for you.

[Mr GTD]

Glad to hear you've many happy miles in the GTI, tbh I thort it was another thread about jumping ship so I'm glad you haven't...your be more than happy with the GTD, nice spec too bar the manual part LOL...

Do you think your map her? I know others have asked but don't think you've answered...