I really really really want a new R but I just can't justify the hassle of going to bed every night wondering if that's the night my window will be crowbar'd open.
Who owns a Golf GTD / GTI / R?
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If you can hear it then thats good news at least - either that or we're both very unfortunate
I have to say I genuinely cannot hear anything abnormal but then I'm no expert thats for sure!I'll have a listen near the filler cap next time I'm in the car and see if I can hear what you mean - and I'll pay attention when I turn the car off.
I'm sure this goes for any car of that calibre but still - I totally understand the concern. Those pesky theives, saving you a bloody fortune!
Just make sure you buy one without keyless entry!
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Looking to change car from a 16 Focus ST.
Not really sure what to go for but wondering if the Golf R would be worth a look.
Would be pre-owned, budget of roughly £20k I think, what could I expect for that?
Any advice or recommendations appreciated!
*Also to add it will be used with the family in tow, so I'm assuming I have to go 5 door really? Do prefer the look of a 3 but imagine that's just not practical? Any one using one with a small family and can comment on that.
What are to nice extras to look out for on an R that were options from new?
Sorry for all the questions, they look really nice. That blue is beautiful
Not really sure what to go for but wondering if the Golf R would be worth a look.
Would be pre-owned, budget of roughly £20k I think, what could I expect for that?
Any advice or recommendations appreciated!
*Also to add it will be used with the family in tow, so I'm assuming I have to go 5 door really? Do prefer the look of a 3 but imagine that's just not practical? Any one using one with a small family and can comment on that.
What are to nice extras to look out for on an R that were options from new?
Sorry for all the questions, they look really nice. That blue is beautiful
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It's not an R but a 3dr GTI. We have a little un that'll be 4 in a few months and it's been no issue for me taking her to creche/school and picking her up.
Granted she wasn't in the back much when she was little (we'd use the Qashqai) but when she was it was OK. I didn't want a 5dr when I bought the car
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It's not an R but a 3dr GTI. We have a little un that'll be 4 in a few months and it's been no issue for me taking her to creche/school and picking her up.
Granted she wasn't in the back much when she was little (we'd use the Qashqai) but when she was it was OK. I didn't want a 5dr when I bought the car
Thanks for the reply! Similar case, we have a 5 year old... But also an almost 2 year old too. I think I would kind of have to go with the 5 door?
Thanks for the reply! Similar case, we have a 5 year old... But also an almost 2 year old too. I think I would kind of have to go with the 5 door?
I wouldn't worry about it, the 5 door looks better anyway imo.
I've had my Golf R for about 5 years now and it's awesome. Would definitely recommend one.
In terms of price best bet is to enter the details in to Autotrader and have a search
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/
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Not with the new 8R , Keyless is standard
Not with the new 8R , Keyless is standard
That's handy. Now the thieves just need to get within range of your key, boost/relay the signal and drive off. No crowbar required!
Have the manufacturers done anything to fix the problems with keyless thefts or is it still an issue?
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Yes. Key fobs that go to "sleep" and stop sending a signal when they're not moving around.
Unsure if the MK8 Golf has this technology. Anybody know?
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I have keyless on my 7R , but I just stick my keys in a faraday pouch.
Not sure if they have done anything with the Mk 8 Golfs keys , I know on the later Ford ones if there is no movement on the keys, the wireless shuts down until there is movement on the keys.
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Might be about to get a Mk7.5 R but either a high miler or a basic spec one , or a decent specced Mk7.0 R with some decent options for £20K. upto 16 - 66 and some 17 Reg ones will be the Mk7. 17 onwards will be the Mk7.5
I have a 5 year old and a 0 year old and have the 5 door version of the R , if you also have a young family , get the 5 door.
The nice options to look out for are the Adaptive Dampers (DCC) and the Pretoria alloys ... but options are subjective and depends on you. Mines pretty loaded.
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Thanks for the replies.
Can I ask what's the main difference between the 7 and 7.5? Is it a Big deal?
Thanks again
Can I ask what's the main difference between the 7 and 7.5? Is it a Big deal?
Thanks again
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Main difference is the Mk7.5 will have the virtual dash , different front bumper and lights , also the rear bumper diffuser and rear lights . Interior is slight different along with the infotainment system. 10 more BHP than the Mk7, but the same if you go for a GPF version. Plus many many other differences. Different paints , alloy options etc etc.
Is it a big deal ? The differences didn't make me want to get a 7.5 after owning the 7.
Likewise, mostly stuff that's nice to have but nothing major. For £20k it might get your a better car by going for a Mk7 as I think you'll be looking at significant higher mileage examples if you want a Mk7.5 for that price.
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Thanks for all that info. Just browsing Autotrader etc makes it all a bit hard to differentiate between models, but this helps!
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Yeah I feel the same! I can stretch a bit more if it's worth it but don't want to go mad
The 7.5 was a must for me tbh. The little extras they added to the bodywork lifted it way above the 7 visually - it looked a lot meaner.