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Time to change the GTI

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  • #52
    baldyback
    Closed Accounts Posts: 32 ✭baldyback


    Marlow wrote: »
    You could always try to replace your GTi with a R32 diesel :) That would have even more kick, the same space and well .. it might be bad for the budget though, but it would be cheaper on fuel and better mpg.

    /M


    You obviously don't know your cars too well!


  • #53
    TFP
    Closed Accounts Posts: 59 ✭✭TFP


    Marlow wrote: »
    I saw a R32 the other day, that was diesel, but when I questioned it, it was just a R32 makeup with a 2.0 TDi engine at 170 bhp.

    /M
    sure i have seen plenty of Micra 'Turbos', VW Polo Kompressors and TypeR almeras !!

    I test drove the 09 A4 Avant and the decision has been made, Keeping the GTI and next year I will just buy a second cheaper practical motor!!!!

    Best of both worlds !


  • #54
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,822 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    ..ironically, I know someone looking for 170 Golf Diesel - DSG would be a plus, but, snag is, it HAS to be a 3-door, and needs a VAT receipt.

    Not proving as easy to find as he thought...........UK ones are going up in price, and they aren't half so 'haggleable' as here........

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #55
    kluivert
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,399 ✭✭✭kluivert


    1. Skoda Octavia VRS (170) Diesel Estate.
    2. Audi A4 2.0TDI (140) Estate.
    3. Opel Insignia 2.0CDTI (160) Estate.


  • #56
    RedorDead
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,596 ✭✭✭RedorDead


    Slightly OT but Jato released details of new GTI this morning.
    Released and effective August 14, 2009, Volkswagen has announced price and specification details for the new Golf GTI and Golf GTD three- and five-door hatchback.

    Details are as follows:

    Engines/transmissions/performance:
    - GTI: 2.0 liter four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline unit producing 155 kW/210 bhp, mated to either a six-speed manual or six-speed DSG transmission and CO2 emissions of 170 g/km (DSG: 173 g/km)
    - GTD: 2.0 liter four-cylinder common-rail diesel unit with particle filter producing 125 kW/170 bhp, mated to a either a six-speed manual or six-speed DSG transmission and CO2 emissions of 139 g/km (DSG: 147 g/km)

    Dimensions:
    - length: 4,213 mm
    - width: 1,779 mm
    - height: 1,501 mm
    - wheelbase: 2,578 mm

    Safety features include:
    - ESP
    - driver and passenger front, side and front to rear curtain airbags
    - driver's knee airbag
    - Servotronic power steering
    - active front head restraints
    - flat tire indicator

    Features include:
    - 17“ alloy wheels
    - lower sports suspension
    - XDS electronically limited slip differential (GTI only)
    - cruise control
    - rain sensors
    - multi-functional display
    - Climatic air conditioning
    - RCD 310 radio/MP3 compatible CD player with eight speakers
    - front foglights
    - height and lumbar adjustable sport front seats with GTI and GTD specific covering
    - sports pedals
    - floor mats
    - sports front and rear bumpers

    Prices are as follows:


    Model/Version Price (EUR)
    GOLF - 2.0 TSI DSG GTI - 3hatchback 38,620
    GOLF - 2.0 TSI DSG GTI - 5hatchback 39,665
    GOLF - 2.0 TSI GTI - 3hatchback 35,175
    GOLF - 2.0 TSI GTI - 5hatchback 36,165
    GOLF - 2.0 TDI DSG GTD - 3hatchback 36,465
    GOLF - 2.0 TDI DSG GTD - 5hatchback 37,410
    GOLF - 2.0 TDI GTD - 3hatchback 33,410
    GOLF - 2.0 TDI GTD - 5hatchback 34,315



  • #57
    Fizman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,605 ✭✭✭Fizman


    BArra wrote: »

    and they have now stopped making R32's in their entirity (ie. petrol r32's)

    They actually have an R20 due for release next year. It looks incredibly good imo. 2.0 litre turbo engine giving out 270hp, AWD similar to the R32. Same engine that's in the Audi TTS.

    Link: http://www.leftlanenews.com/volkswagen-r20-turbo.html

    http://www.zoopedup.com/blogs/uploads/R20-10.bmp
    http://www.zoopedup.com/blogs/uploads/R20-20.bmp

    Yummy. I reckon it'll come in around the 46k-50k mark.

    Maybe the OP could start saving. :pac:


  • #58
    JHMEG
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,686 ✭✭✭JHMEG


    Big, automatic, diesel, 4X4, will fit your buggy no problem, and you'll save a few quid.

    Here. Hard to believe they're 4X4, but they are.


  • #59
    baldyback
    Closed Accounts Posts: 32 ✭baldyback


    JHMEG wrote: »
    Big, automatic, diesel, 4X4, will fit your buggy no problem, and you'll save a few quid.

    Here. Hard to believe they're 4X4, but they are.


    You have to be joking!


  • #60
    civildefence
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 474 ✭✭civildefence


    Keep the GTI, lose the family. I probably would.


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  • #61
    JHMEG
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,686 ✭✭✭JHMEG


    baldyback wrote: »
    You have to be joking!

    I think there's also a 4X4 version with the 2.0L Turbo engine from the Celica/MR2.


  • #62
    eman66
    Closed Accounts Posts: 602 ✭✭✭eman66


    civildefence wrote: »
    Keep the GTI, lose the family. I probably would.
    Tried that. Stole the kids savings, got langered, shagged her sister, came home three days later but she only went and forgave me.


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