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Offline Watts

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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #80 on: 25 November 2019, 15:29 »
Watts, watt are you waiting for?!!  :grin: The price even starts with a 2...

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201910163381177?radius=1500&sort=price-asc&aggregatedTrim=GTI%20TCR&model=GOLF&make=VOLKSWAGEN&postcode=s37bh&advertising-location=at_cars&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=New&page=1

I have seen that one along with another red one at a VW dealer in Norwich, both have Prets and sunroofs. Not sure I want a sunroof. The one you've linked has the TCR logo missing from above the sills and the other has the full TCR stickers on! The Volkswizard car has to be the best one to go for, just not sure about the grey yet. Oh, and spending the £17k, that'll smart a bit! Thing is, even though I'm interested in changing I haven't lost any interest in my current car which I love so this is going to be a difficult decision. I might not be ready yet but we'll see.

I was only kidding - but understand your predicament. My view is that there are going to be some TCR bargains about early in 2020 as there are now around 110 listed on Autotrader and with them dropping to the £28/29k mark they don't appear to be particularly in demand.

That said, they are over 350 2019 model GTI Performances for sale starting at £22k :shocked:

There are far worse predicaments to be in :laugh: A GTI P would be the sensible option and a great car but doesn't offer much over what I have. Still, tomorrow should help me decide assuming the dealer actually does have their TCR in the showroom!
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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #81 on: 25 November 2019, 16:09 »
Watts, watt are you waiting for?!!  :grin: The price even starts with a 2...

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201910163381177?radius=1500&sort=price-asc&aggregatedTrim=GTI%20TCR&model=GOLF&make=VOLKSWAGEN&postcode=s37bh&advertising-location=at_cars&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=New&page=1

I have seen that one along with another red one at a VW dealer in Norwich, both have Prets and sunroofs. Not sure I want a sunroof. The one you've linked has the TCR logo missing from above the sills and the other has the full TCR stickers on! The Volkswizard car has to be the best one to go for, just not sure about the grey yet. Oh, and spending the £17k, that'll smart a bit! Thing is, even though I'm interested in changing I haven't lost any interest in my current car which I love so this is going to be a difficult decision. I might not be ready yet but we'll see.

I was only kidding - but understand your predicament. My view is that there are going to be some TCR bargains about early in 2020 as there are now around 110 listed on Autotrader and with them dropping to the £28/29k mark they don't appear to be particularly in demand.

That said, they are over 350 2019 model GTI Performances for sale starting at £22k :shocked:

There are far worse predicaments to be in :laugh: A GTI P would be the sensible option and a great car but doesn't offer much over what I have. Still, tomorrow should help me decide assuming the dealer actually does have their TCR in the showroom!

I know, was just pointing out what a bargain a nearly new one is!

The TCR looks great in the metal, seen a white one and an early pure grey which does look good. Very purposeful over the normal GTI's.
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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #82 on: 26 November 2019, 08:47 »
Been toying with the idea of changing mine for a TCR but I'm not that impressed with the grey.

I had a look and was surprised there were no white 3 door TCRs about. Did they not do them in white prior to stopping doing them in 3 door?

I've only seen red and grey in 3 door. I think there's a forum member with an Oryx white 3 door. I think the main problem is just how few have been made as I suspect they are extremely rare in any colour..

Watts, watt are you waiting for?!!  :grin: The price even starts with a 2...



https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201910163381177?radius=1500&sort=price-asc&aggregatedTrim=GTI%20TCR&model=GOLF&make=VOLKSWAGEN&postcode=s37bh&advertising-location=at_cars&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=New&page=1

WCS are very good, genuine enthusiasts. I was going to buy a car from them a while back but work travel delayed a visit and they sold the car. One of a handful of dealers I've encountered in the last 10 years who knew what they were selling and appeared to have integrity. If this is of any use or persuasion.
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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #83 on: 26 November 2019, 08:53 »
WCS are very good, genuine enthusiasts. I was going to buy a car from them a while back but work travel delayed a visit and they sold the car. One of a handful of dealers I've encountered in the last 10 years who knew what they were selling and appeared to have integrity. If this is of any use or persuasion.

That's good to hear, thanks for posting :smiley:

Apologies to Exonian for temporarily dominating his thread :embarrassed:
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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #84 on: 26 November 2019, 10:50 »
Do not think there is a bad colour offering on the TCR,

The pure grey was my choice as do like it and fact its presently signature TCR and if you see a pure grey Golf you know what it is immediately.

That said, think its the TR next and then the white, with a paper thin margin between both, - Always been great colours to accentuate the trim and think VW were right to keep the choice limited and picked the right colours in doing so.

Think the GTI/R looks at its best in the 3 Door and its a shame they have removed as an option - I have to have 5 door as too inconvenient not to, regular passenger carries and tight car parks (them larger doors do make a difference) and its great the MK 7 holds its hatchback shape so well, but 3 door would be my preference on looks and if it was just me I would put up with the inconvenience.

At 1600 miles still not seen another TCR on road!

2 things that are being confirmed more as increase the miles, the MK 7.5 Dynamic Light Assist is a great piece of tech, and the DSG in S is so much more usable than on my MK 7 R, where rarely ever used and went paddles, 
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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #85 on: 26 November 2019, 14:43 »
So, I've been to my dealer and had a good look at their TCR. It's a 5 door in grey with black roof and full TCR decals. Performance Pack with Prets so DCC and Cup 2 tyres with Akra exhaust. Dynaudio and a sunroof. Apparently it lists at £44k :shocked:

I do love my TR but I must say the grey does look really good. I even quite liked the TCR decals, never thought I would say that! Wouldn't spec them from new though but if they were on, I might leave them :whistle:. The car does shout a bit, certainly wouldn't slip unnoticed under the radar! The ride height looked right and the CSS front discs look great. The gloss black sill extensions and diffuser really suit it as does the Akra exhaust. All in all the exterior does make the car look more purposeful and chunky, very good.

The interior was the highlight to me though. The seat materials apart from looking good had a better quality feel compared with mine, the centre panels just felt thicker, really nice and the alcantara bolsters were great. The door trim in alcantara was rather nice too (is it real alcantara?). Sunroof was okay, I wouldn't pay for one though. Dials, hmmm, not sure about those, they appear to be leaning forward from the top which looks odd. I'm sure if I got one I'd get used to it though.

So overall quite impressed and that's without driving it! But do I want to change? I was really enjoying driving mine today and even my gear changes weren't that bad! I've got all the information I need now so it's going to have to be a serious bit of thinking. Help :laugh: :whistle:
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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #86 on: 26 November 2019, 15:06 »
Offer them £30k for it!
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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #87 on: 26 November 2019, 15:23 »
Offer them £30k for it!

Now that would be a cheeky bid!
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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #88 on: 26 November 2019, 15:57 »
Offer them £30k for it!

Now that would be a cheeky bid!

You can only go up, might as well start realistically low! Should move this chat to the TCR thread...
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Re: Stormtrooper TCR arrives...
« Reply #89 on: 26 November 2019, 18:10 »
Watts, I was happy with my PP. when a well specced (known to the forum) CS appeared in the classifieds.

I was interested, only on the basis the deal worked, for what I could sell my PP for. I would have walked if the numbers were not right in finding a private buyer for my old car.

Work out the numbers that you are happy with, if the deal gets there, great.

If not, you end up with a nice red GTi & money in the bank, not such a bad consolation prize? :)