Golf gti performance vs Golf gti TCR

[Watts]

I'd wait and see what the Mk8 is all about if you're ready to change..... I might go S3 or Cupra next as I'm just not a fan of the Mk8. The new A3 looks superb imho

the new A3 has a Mégane front end look about it!

Is your TCR due soon mcmaddy?

build week 12 which is 16th march I believe 🤞

Excellent! Loving mine

[mcmaddy]

I doubt it'll be here before 1st April.

[Yusee]

So the consensus is "it's not worth it.....unless you think it's worth it"

I was at the VW dealer today booking my car in and had a good look at 2 TCRs- a white one on the 18" quaranta wheels and a grey one on 19s.

My view was- and still is- the TCR is too expensive for what a hot hatch is all about.

I looked both these cars over and thought- wow- they do look good. It would be nice to have a bit more power. And sharper handling.
Then I looked inside. Not too bothered about the seats- material looks better ( than my PP) but I prefer the tartan.

Then I saw the gearbox- and stopped dreaming.

Stick with what you’ve got for sure. No modern hatch will be as much fun as the 205 GTI! Modern hatches are faster, squeak less, better on fuel too maybe, but nowhere near the (road legal) fun on British roads.

It's great fun, the 205. I use it regularly and I know that every journey will be a thrill- all I need is a roundabout en route.
I have some pretty good driving roads near me, which I've watched become increasingly congested over the last 3 decades. And that's the problem with the modern hatch- they get faster and handle better- while opportunity to enjoy their dynamic qualities is less. So while the TCR is a very desirable hot hatch, I wouldn't be tempted to pay the significant premium over a P.

Can't say I blame you. Don't get me wrong though, I'm really pleased with the change, the TCR is truly great but my PP was more fun on every drive. The gearbox is not perfect and can be a bit annoying at times but as a whole the car feels really special.

Good to hear you're enjoying it. When I saw the 2 TCRs today it was with a slightly sceptical eye ( "what's all the fuss about, its just a mk7 golf!")- I was surprised at how good they looked.

[monkeyhanger]

I doubt it'll be here before 1st April.

You might hear next week Chris - VW have a habit of building cars a week earlier than official build week given.

[Paul70]

the TCR is truly great but my PP was more fun on every drive.
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Watts, I know your view is personal but I would appreciate you adding a few more words to the above, what made it more fun? Reason for me asking is I am in two minds about changing my ED40 manual for a used TCR. Discounted a new TCR as the depreciation hit is mental!

Cheers
Paul

[mcmaddy]

I doubt it'll be here before 1st April.

You might hear next week Chris - VW have a habit of building cars a week earlier than official build week given.

I hope so 👍

[Watts]

the TCR is truly great but my PP was more fun on every drive.

Watts, I know your view is personal but I would appreciate you adding a few more words to the above, what made it more fun? Reason for me asking is I am in two minds about changing my ED40 manual for a used TCR. Discounted a new TCR as the depreciation hit is mental!

Cheers
Paul
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Hi Paul, the TCR is a truly impressive car, powerful, comfortable yet very relaxing and easy to drive. I miss a manual, no messing about, no selecting sport on the gearbox, just put your foot down when you want to. Having said that the TCR gearbox is great most of the time and the rest not annoying enough to be bothered about. Performance wise I doubt a CS will be noticeably different but some of the other TCR features might be worth considering. It was difficult enough for me to decide to change from my PP, for you I'd expect there would be little reason to change unless you just want to. I'm really happy overall but coming from a CS, that will be tricky. Good luck!

[Paul70]

Thanks for the good feedback Watts, I am 90% sure I will keep the CS and introduce a few subtle mods.

Have you still got the shift bushings you had on your previous car?

[Watts]

Thanks for the good feedback Watts, I am 90% sure I will keep the CS and introduce a few subtle mods.

Have you still got the shift bushings you had on your previous car?

I'm not surprised and in your position would likely do the same. I do have the bushes still, also the Audi bracket which is a good upgrade over the plastic VW one. I'd prefer to sell them together, if you are interested just PM me I'd be happy selling them to someone who us going to use and enjoy them!

[carbonevo]

Cheers guys, thanks so much for your valuable inputs, as much as I love the look of the TCR, I will probably put my plans on hold, first due to the fact that unless driving like a maniac I won't see much of a difference, second fact - my current gti PP is fully specced, except the leather seats which I did not want. Going to a TCR I won't afford having all the specs I have now. And lastly with the current situation with the corona virus and uncertainty in markets, probably spending more money on a new car is not wise.