Author Topic: Mk VI  (Read 26713 times)

Offline RedRobin

  • Forum addict
  • *
  • Posts: 4,227
  • BIALI Motorsport - Chief Horn Blower!
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #90 on: 07 August 2008, 16:49 »
Robin: First dibs on your Gti in 2010!

Nick

....If you mean my new GTI-R, sure!

You might be able to afford my existing one in 2010 - 100,000 miles (good for another 100k miles), extremely well maintained, highly but sensibly modified with such things as special Quaife diff, AP brakes, only Stage1, well balanced fast road car! I won't get much for her but I will have had my best 5-6 years enjoyment in any car so far!

That's exactly what I meant mate, don't trade it or sell it till you've spoken to me first. I'll start saving right now.

*Adds a few more coppers to the tin on his desk*

Nick

....Joking apart, if/when one day I come to sell my Mk5 GTI, it'll be privately and I imagine it's bound to be a younger enthusiast VDub dude like yourself. Practical allround family car and good for carrying photo gear. I'm totally happy to offer you first refusal come that day. :cool:
:cool: FACEFOOK: https://www.facebook.com/robin.procter.50?ref=tn_tnmn



Throbbin' Red VeeDub GTI Mk5 - DSG, Custom Milltek TBE, Forge Twintake, KW-V3 + Eibach ARBs, AP Racing BigBrake kit, Quaife ATB diff, Revo2

Offline neg

  • I live here
  • *****
  • Posts: 927
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #91 on: 07 August 2008, 17:07 »
Think I might hold out for the new GTI or R version then - unless I need something bigger by then or the GTR comes my way:)

Offline RedRobin

  • Forum addict
  • *
  • Posts: 4,227
  • BIALI Motorsport - Chief Horn Blower!
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #92 on: 07 August 2008, 17:16 »
....It seems silly not wait a bit longer and check out the Mk6 GTI-R, by which time, if not desired you can fall back on considering the Mk6 GTI - All subject to test drives!
:cool: FACEFOOK: https://www.facebook.com/robin.procter.50?ref=tn_tnmn



Throbbin' Red VeeDub GTI Mk5 - DSG, Custom Milltek TBE, Forge Twintake, KW-V3 + Eibach ARBs, AP Racing BigBrake kit, Quaife ATB diff, Revo2

Offline Max Q

  • GTI forum regular
  • ***
  • Posts: 142
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #93 on: 07 August 2008, 17:19 »

Hmm, I reckon I could be tempted by the 265bhp AWD GTi-R if the rumours are true. Bit disappointed that the regular version of the Mk6 GTi will only have 211bhp. I was expecting at least 230+, especially given what the latest hot hatches are putting out, such as the new Focus RS. Come on VW, you need to do better than that if the new GTi is to match up to the competition.

On the looks of the Mk6, I like the looks of the 3 door but like everyone else I think it looks like the designers took a half day and headed home early when they were designing the rear. It looks very dull.

Now, do I stick with the DSG or go back to a manual? Choices, choices..(sounds like I've already decided to buy it. :smiley:)
Mk7.5 R DSG Indium Grey 5Dr

Offline teebee

  • GTI forum regular
  • ***
  • Posts: 110
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #94 on: 07 August 2008, 18:06 »
I've just seen the pix on the Evo newsletter, and.............bloody hell, it's a bit subtle*, isn't it ?
Same platform, doors, 'screen..........it's a MK5.5 really.
211hp a bit pedestrian for the GTI imo, the 265 might be interesting at a few grand less than the S3 though.
A 200hp diesel would be even better.



*dull


Offline RedRobin

  • Forum addict
  • *
  • Posts: 4,227
  • BIALI Motorsport - Chief Horn Blower!
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #95 on: 07 August 2008, 18:08 »
....Gotta link to the "Evo newsletter"?
:cool: FACEFOOK: https://www.facebook.com/robin.procter.50?ref=tn_tnmn



Throbbin' Red VeeDub GTI Mk5 - DSG, Custom Milltek TBE, Forge Twintake, KW-V3 + Eibach ARBs, AP Racing BigBrake kit, Quaife ATB diff, Revo2

Offline teebee

  • GTI forum regular
  • ***
  • Posts: 110
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #96 on: 07 August 2008, 18:27 »
The whole thing -

evo newsletter - 7th Aug 2008
-----------------------------

In the news, details of a topless Veyron on the horizon, Pagani Zonda mule spotted in US, new Golf revealed and the London skyline hosts the latest round of the spectacular Red Bull Air Race.

Reviews on the PDK-equipped next generation 911, Stark Elise and a very watchable video interview with Andy Wallace.

** STOP PRESS! World exclusive announcement on website from midnight.

Mike Penny
WebMaster.evo@dennis.co.uk

Latest news - http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evonews/
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
Volkswagen Golf
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evonews/226155/volkswagen-golf.html
Latest Golf delivered in record time and much improved over predecessors

Pagani Zonda C9 Mule
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evonews/226146/pagani-zonda-c9-mule.html
Zonda prototype caught testing in US

Red Bull Air Race
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evonews/226032/red-bull-air-race.html
The latest round of the Red Bull Air Race was as spectacular as ever

Topless Veyron!
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evonews/225825/bugatti-veyron.html
Bugatti has released teaser images of its latest project, the Veyron Grand Sport 16.4


Car reviews - http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/carreviews/evocarreviews/
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Porsche 997 Mk2
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/carreviews/evocarreviews/223818/porsche-997-mk2.html
Updated 911 gets new engines and double-clutch gearbox option

Stark Elise
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/carreviews/evocarreviews/223545/stark-elise.html
Reworked Lotus gets 236bhp Honda engine


Latest videos - http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/videos/planetevovideos/
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Andy Wallace interview
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/videos/planetevovideos/225783/andy-wallace-interview.html
John Barker talks to Andy Wallace, Jaguar's XJR-9 1988 Le Mans winner

Silverstone celebrates
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/videos/motorsportvideos/226035/silverstone-celebrates.html
Silverstone to celebrate 50 Years of Touring Car action with BTCC Legends and a Display of BTCC Classic cars

Porsche Carrera 911 4S
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/videos/viralvideos/225792/porsche-carrera-911-4s.html
New Porsche Carrera caught on the road

Bedford trackday
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/videos/trackdayvideos/225165/bedford-trackday.html
Footage from last month's evening trackday session at Bedford's Autodrome

Castle Combe
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/videos/trackdayvideos/225786/castle-combe.html
Roger Green takes the Westfield to Castle Combe and after finishing third in the first race, starts on the front row here

Jaguar XJR-9
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/videos/planetevovideos/223761/jaguar-xjr-9.html
The only possible reason for ever wanting to smoke Silk Cut is this car's paintjob. John Barker grapples with an awesome Le Mans winner

Zonda-Caterham swap
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/videos/planetevovideos/223866/zonda-caterham-swap.html
Harry has convinced Henry to let him have a go in the Caterham, so Henry slums it in the Zonda...


Car data - http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/cardata/
---------------------------------------------------

http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/cardata/
All the figures, evo's verdict on every new performance car - and essential data on the top secondhand buy


evo road and track days - http://www.evo.co.uk/front_website/trackdays/
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Trackday fun
http://www.evo.co.uk/front_website/trackdays/
Our next event's at the Beford Autodrome on Friday 22nd August. We'll be there for a whole day on the
South West Circuit. Join us for a great day out. You'll be able to meet members of
the evo team and see cars from our Fast Fleet. Ask nicely and we might
even take you for a spin.


Spy shots - http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evospyshots/
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mercedes AMG 63 facelift
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evospyshots/226083/mercedes-amg-63-facelift.html
We have the first photos of the refreshed Mercedes S-Class AMG

Jaguar XK facelift
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evospyshots/226077/jaguar-xk-facelift.html
A prototype for Jaguar's facelifted XK has been spotted testing in the UK ahead of the updated model's debut at the Paris Motor Show in November

Porsche Cayenne
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evospyshots/226125/porsche-cayenne.html
First sight of the new Cayenne

Mercedes E-Class
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/news/evospyshots/226128/mercedes-e-class.html
Still over a year away, our spies have garnered details on the next all-new Mercedes E-Class, due at the 2009 Frankfurt Show


Long term reports - http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/carreviews/evolongtermtests/
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Vauxhall VXR8
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/carreviews/evolongtermtests/223455/vauxhall-vxr8.html
The endearing V8 burble of the Monaro engine is countered by its thirsty fuel economy

Caterham 7 150 Superlight
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/carreviews/evolongtermtests/223431/caterham-7-150-superlight.html
Harry's swapped cars with Henry, so it's his turn to drive the Caterham


Competitions - http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/interact/evocompetitions/
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hilton Racing prize bundle
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/interact/evocompetitions/225513/competition.html
We're giving 1 lucky reader the chance to win a Hilton Racing experience!

HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/interact/evocompetitions/225510/btcc-competition.html
15 pairs of tickets up for grabs for the BTCC round at Knockhill on 17 August

Halfords prize bundle
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/interact/evocompetitions/225381/competition.html
Win a prize bundle from Halfords, worth £1,000!


If you have any comments or queries on the website or newsletter, please contact the Online Editor, Mike Penny, on the link below.

WebMaster.evo@dennis.co.uk
VXR advertorial - http://ad.doubleclick.net/clk;205329216;13461801;t?http://www.evo.co.uk/front_website/advertorials/vxr8/
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

http://ad.doubleclick.net/clk;205329216;13461801;t?http://www.evo.co.uk/front_website/advertorials/vxr8/
Listen to stirring VXR8 soundtrack and learn about the latest model updates


The evo store - http://www.evo.co.uk/store/
-------------------------------------------
Enter the evo store!
http://www.evo.co.uk/store/
Back issues, specialist one-off bookazines, DVDs, ringtones, binders, and more


Forums - http://www.evo.co.uk/forum/index.php
---------------------------------------------

http://www.evo.co.uk/forum/index.php
Motoring discussions and Q and As


evo prints - http://www.evoprints.com/
--------------------------------------

http://www.evoprints.com/
evo has the best car photography in the world - and now you can get high-quality prints to frame and keep forever


Features - http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/features/features/
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Jaguar XJ220
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/features/features/223551/jaguar-xj220.html
542bhp and an easy 200-plus top speed weren't enough for Jag's XJ220, which just missed the speculative market window

Nissan GT-R
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/u/r48f5618770a066cdt/features/features/223839/nissan-gt-r.html
America missed out on Nissan's earlier GT-Rs, but the new one has recently gone on sale there. Richard Porter finds out how it's going down in the land of the Corvette




If you do not wish to continue receiving this email newsletter then click on the link below:


Offline RedRobin

  • Forum addict
  • *
  • Posts: 4,227
  • BIALI Motorsport - Chief Horn Blower!
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #97 on: 07 August 2008, 18:35 »
....Crikey! teebee - Thanks for that! :smiley:
:cool: FACEFOOK: https://www.facebook.com/robin.procter.50?ref=tn_tnmn



Throbbin' Red VeeDub GTI Mk5 - DSG, Custom Milltek TBE, Forge Twintake, KW-V3 + Eibach ARBs, AP Racing BigBrake kit, Quaife ATB diff, Revo2

Offline R32UK

  • Forum addict
  • *
  • Posts: 5,683
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #98 on: 07 August 2008, 18:40 »
Im just starting to wonder if I could put a ed30 lump into an R32??? There are certainly enough of them flying around (esp with the number of them being secretly killed off).

NO need for a MKVI then!! :cool:

NewGolf

  • Guest
Re: Mk VI
« Reply #99 on: 07 August 2008, 19:24 »
Extract from the Evo newsletter,

The words I was longing to read...

"The GTI arrives next summer"  :wink: