Talk some sense into me...

[am1w]

The 7R will probably be the last car I will have in the UK. In 2-3 years, I will most probably be living most of the time in my home in Athens, Greece where the weather is better and the cost of living much lower.

[monkeyhanger]

Greece where the weather is better and the cost of living much lower.

I don't think anyone could argue with you on those 2 points, VW prices reasonable out there?

[monkeyhanger]

Exonian: I'd agree with you on the Scirocco's pricepoint. It has gone from being a bargain to being ridiculously expensive for what it was.

I really didn't like the impending MK6 when announced - 20% dearer than the outgoing MK5 price, very little extra to justify the huge price hike, and the looks? I really do think the MK6 looked like it had undergone a Japanese makeover (all soft edges, huge light clusters and smiley face on the exterior). The Scirocco had much better standard equipment, looked mean and was a smidge cheaper than the MK6. It was a genuine head turner in the early days, so many people wanting a look at it. A bit rougher around the edges than the MK7 Golf is now (on the handling/refinement front).

Now VW load the Scirocco up with 19" wheels, DCC and Leather to justify the higher price-point - but some (me included) wouldn't thank you for the standardisation of leather (especially as its not free!)

The thirst of the R might rankle me on a daily basis, having been a derv miser for 15 years, but i'm finally in a position to finance the car myself, saving 1/3 of what VWFS would want on PCP - that'll buy a fair bit of premium petrol. I loved the transformation that the DTUK box brought to my GTD, and the R is going to provide that + interest. With the R I really think i've peaked in car ownership, it's not far off the upper end i'm willing to spend on car wonership, and the next step up is probably going to be another £10k. With that in mind I could see myself with the R for a good few years (Scirocco MK4 not withstanding).

[wigit]

scirocco most over rated car i have owned, build quality not brilliant, 6 years later they just look plain old and mid life botox has not helped, kept it longer than anything else and loved what i did to it but out the box i thought the wifes Mk5 pirelli was a better car

mk6 GTI was such a better car the Ed35 modded came in less than the retail of the R and was a way superior machine in comparison

mk7 chassis just blows it out the water

scirocco still sells for those who want a coupe

[am1w]

Greece where the weather is better and the cost of living much lower.

I don't think anyone could argue with you on those 2 points, VW prices reasonable out there?

No idea about VW prices in Greece. However, no point having a nice car in Athens. They get wrecked. So it will be an Up! for me there or something similar which is small and easy to park.

[MAW73]

AM1W;

I agree. The BMW M135I is a brilliant car. I've had a few journeys in my friends, the only thing that puts me off is how back end happy they are on a slightly wet road which is of course down to the RWD. A great machine for throwing around the corners sideways though! 

The main thing that appeals to me about the new Audi RS3 (which i'm seriously considering as my next motor) is that it has that magnificent 2.5l 5 Cylinder turbocharged engine which is not only highly tuneable but also sounds fantastic due to the brilliant 1-2-4-5-3 firing sequence  Which in my opinion is the only thing the current 2L 4 Cylinders lack, that ability to have a nice deep growl.

So atleast 367 alleged BHP, 343LBFT Torque, 4.3 Seconds 0-62MPH combined with Quattro AWD with a top speed of 174MPH when you ask the guys at Audi nicely to remove the limiter. Not to mention again that it sounds great and the sky is pretty much the limit when it comes to tuning these things. It's the full package.

What's not to like? 

It really is a great sound, there's a depth to it that the Inline 4 cannot make.

Have you heard it with a decat?

L6 also nice.

Here's the exhaust sound from mine yesterday morning at 6am when I leave for work. This is with the m p exhaust fitted. I got the wife to film it as she commented its pretty loud in the mornings. So I was interested to see what it sounded like. Fortunately I have understanding neighbours. Excuse my son making an appearance at the end of the video.

http://vid868.photobucket.com/albums/ab242/WITHCOMBEM/VID-20150122-WA0000_zps5mkrufab.mp4

[Exonian]

Nice wallpaper Martin.
Josh is growing away!

[MAW73]

Nice wallpaper Martin.
Josh is growing away!

Thanks mate.... I chose the wallpaper but got a decorator into to fit it (I'd rather slam my knob in a car door than attempt to hang wallpaper!)

Yes Joshua is getting bigger and more cheekier by the day!

[Exonian]

 

I guess decorating isn't your thing then?!!!