Golf R and Gti PP back to back test drive

[am1w]

The reason I am considering the change is I am being made redundant and my 56 mile commute changes to a 12 mile comes and its the first time I dont need a diesel anymore.

Sorry to hear that. But every cloud has a silver lining. 

Have you thought about leasing options?
Good GTD deals around.
http://www.allvehiclecontracts.co.uk/Quotation/New_Cars/Volkswagen/Golf_Diesel_Hatchback/2@dot@0_Tdi_184ps_Gtd_5dr_6Mt/Contract_Hire/24/Number_Of_Months_6/10000/OfferID/5653

[ajmoir36]

Not a problem, its actually a good thing a lump sum after 10 years of employment straight into a new job in the new year and a pay rise at that. So where are those car brochures. I dont really want to spend it all on a new car. The morgage needs battering down a bit.

I won't do another GTD as the new commute of 2800 miles a year doesn't warrant one really I fear that the mk6 DPF won't like it at all.

[am1w]

Not a problem, its actually a good thing a lump sum after 10 years of employment straight into a new job in the new year and a pay rise at that. So where are those car brochures. I dont really want to spend it all on a new car. The morgage needs battering down a bit.
I won't do another GTD as the new commute of 2800 miles a year doesn't warrant one really I fear that the mk6 DPF won't like it at all.

Good to know you landed on your feet.
Regarding leasing, there are some terrific lease deals for BMWs out there, especially for the 3 Series.
This site is a good place to start:
http://www.contracthireandleasing.com/personal/

[Steve78]

I think the GTI looks better.  The Golf R looks very dull & bland and 4 exhausts on a Golf makes it look like it's had a really naff looking aftermarket "upgrade".

I test drove both and I could have stretched to the Golf R easily, but it just doesn't have the GTI's eye catching look.

But obviously, everyone's opinion is different 

[am1w]

ajmoir36:

How about an Up! for £2.50+VAT per month!!!! £93 inc VAT per month in real terms.
http://www.centralukvehicleleasing.co.uk/vehicle/choose_your_lease/53745/volkswagen/up/10_take_up_3dr.html

[am1w]

I think the GTI looks better.  The Golf R looks very dull & bland and 4 exhausts on a Golf makes it look like it's had a really naff looking aftermarket "upgrade".
I test drove both and I could have stretched to the Golf R easily, but it just doesn't have the GTI's eye catching look.
But obviously, everyone's opinion is different 

Really? I presume red lipstick in the headlights is acceptable.

ETTO.

[Steve78]

Ah, but the red lines are synonymous with a GTI.  I love the little red subtle touches on the inside too.  From what I remember, the R had none of that.  It was bland central.  Nippy though!

[am1w]

Ah, but the red lines are synonymous with a GTI.  I love the little red subtle touches on the inside too.  From what I remember, the R had none of that.  It was bland central.  Nippy though!

One is more grown up than the other both looks-wise and performance-wise and we know which one that is.

How remiss of me.
I forgot:
ETTO

BTW, have you read the latest Autocar?

[Waspy]

Ah, but the red lines are synonymous with a GTI.  I love the little red subtle touches on the inside too.  From what I remember, the R had none of that.  It was bland central.  Nippy though!

One is more grown up than the other both looks-wise and performance-wise and we know which one that is.

I agree. One is more grown up. And tbh, I think the R is stunning. But I have to agree that a little bit of fun and quirk in a car is pretty rare these days, and makes the car feel a little different to all the cloned crap on the market atm.

I'm not in the market for a new car. But I would find it very hard to chose.

Lol, who am I kidding. I would have the R.

[am1w]

Ah, but the red lines are synonymous with a GTI.  I love the little red subtle touches on the inside too.  From what I remember, the R had none of that.  It was bland central.  Nippy though!

One is more grown up than the other both looks-wise and performance-wise and we know which one that is.

I agree. One is more grown up. And tbh, I think the R is stunning. But I have to agree that a little bit of fun and quirk in a car is pretty rare these days, and makes the car feel a little different to all the cloned crap on the market atm.
I'm not in the market for a new car. But I would find it very hard to chose.
Lol, who am I kidding. I would have the R.

It has just been voted as No.1 car by Autocar out of their list of 50 top cars.