Having only been able to read this thread for some time (lots of great tips mind) I can finally take a more active interest! Collected my GTI today and went for a nice day out! So far driven it as only a granny would but did manage an average of 36.7 mpg! Love it so far but as someone who is not into all the computerised bits and bobs, I'm struggling a bit with all the gadgets. Will consider a few accessories to begin with, mud flaps and wind deflectors. Has anyone fitted the wind deflectors? Do they reduce buffeting?
Thanks Exonian! Unfortunately the weather has been against me so far. Still, had plenty of opportunity to test out the wipers! Bit smeary, may look to change them for those Bosch jobs that have been recommended on here.
I've had two mk7 Golfs now and neither has had any wiper smearing issues.Try wiping the blades down with a paper towel to remove any cleaning solutions.
Still driving like a granny, was on the M3, very quiet, looked at the speedo and I was doing 65! Obviously I am a very law abiding person but even so.... My OH was telling me to get a move on. Perhaps I should have got a 1.2 instead?! Still, some benefit, 42.7mpg average today on a mix of roads and a fair amount of heavy traffic. I shall do my best to correct this asap!Any way, as demanded:I was forced into the above! Honest!