MK5 Golf GTI
General => Random Chat => Topic started by: jonnym on May 12, 2015, 01:46:50 pm
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Folks my .:R will be gone soon I want a C7 RS6 or R35 GTR.
Friends just got a GTR and they are lovely. I also need some practicality, which the RS6 offers. The GTR does have a big boot though. Won't be driven every day.
What do we think? I was thinking RS6 and map it as the potential power is immense.
Thoughts/opinions as ever welcomed. GTR is cheaper and seen a few good ones. The RS6 may drop in price a bit more hence my two minds!
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My friend had a C7 RS6 wich is getting mapped and air filter fitted at the end of the month by MRC, between 680hp - 720hp and 900 - 1000nm all for £1300 including a box to hide the fact its been mapped if you go back to dealer.
They are an expensive car to buy but running costs will be considerably cheaper than the GTR, it doesn't need serviced everyday and it doesn't need to go to a 'specialist' for servicing. you cant get a GTR up to that power for that money i dont think (however i may be wrong)
I love the GTR but i prefer the RS6 IMO, its far more classy than a big old 'Rice Rocket' :signLOL:
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Mate where are you getting this money? Can you get me a job? :laugh:. Personally the RS6 is a nicer car however as a toy/ weekend car the GTR's are amazing, I've had a passenger ride in a 675bhp and it was unreal and at Silverstone there were about 12 of them flying round.
If it was my money I'd think about buying a GTR and a diesel daily, an A6/ A4/ Octavia or something like that. Then you can play with the GTR (easy 600bhp +) and not have to run it every day.
Also I would have thought you'd lose quite a bit in depreciation on the RS6 compared the the GTR's which arnt dropping so muchm
Either way though I want a passenger ride :happy2:
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Weekend toy would be GTR, but I love the RS6. There is a video on YouTube of a 700bhp one racing a ZX10! Seriously fast car!
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jonny,what ya doing m8?
GTR or RS6 have plenty of tuning potential,but as above for weekends etc a daily run around diesel and a gtr with some choice mods on ;)
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The GTR is naff in my eyes compared to the Audi . Everything on the Audi is Excellent whereas the Nissan only has an engine .
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The GTR is naff in my eyes compared to the Audi . Everything on the Audi is Excellent whereas the Nissan only has an engine .
I can sort of see what you mean but its more than just the engine its the entire drivetrain, the engine/ 4WD/ gearbox are all fantastic. They're nothing special inside (which is where the Audi and Nissan are worlds apart) looks wise I think they're about even since they each have a different style but as a toy the GTR is king. If you can only ever have 1 car then the RS6 all day but if you had both on the drive and you wanted to hit up some B roads on a Sunday afternoon I'd get on the GTR every time.
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RS6 is an absolute monster :evilgrin:
Supercar with a massive boot and 4WD making it a family carrying all-weather weapon :happy2:
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They are two entirely different beasts each fulfilling two entirely different objectives so which one to chose will depend on what you, personally, are looking for. :smiley:
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Think my mind isn't going to be made up easily! Think I need to get out and see a few more. RS6 with a map will beat a stock GTR hence my slight feeling to go with one of them!
My friend had a C7 RS6 wich is getting mapped and air filter fitted at the end of the month by MRC, between 680hp - 720hp and 900 - 1000nm all for £1300 including a box to hide the fact its been mapped if you go back to dealer.
They are an expensive car to buy but running costs will be considerably cheaper than the GTR, it doesn't need serviced everyday and it doesn't need to go to a 'specialist' for servicing. you cant get a GTR up to that power for that money i dont think (however i may be wrong)
I love the GTR but i prefer the RS6 IMO, its far more classy than a big old 'Rice Rocket' :signLOL:
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Yeh, that is a big consideration. I'd be more comfortable with the RS6 but the sheer power of the GTR eats away at you. But with a map......
Mate where are you getting this money? Can you get me a job? :laugh:. Personally the RS6 is a nicer car however as a toy/ weekend car the GTR's are amazing, I've had a passenger ride in a 675bhp and it was unreal and at Silverstone there were about 12 of them flying round.
If it was my money I'd think about buying a GTR and a diesel daily, an A6/ A4/ Octavia or something like that. Then you can play with the GTR (easy 600bhp +) and not have to run it every day.
Also I would have thought you'd lose quite a bit in depreciation on the RS6 compared the the GTR's which arnt dropping so muchm
Either way though I want a passenger ride :happy2:
Lol when one comes! Mate needs to take me out in his first!! Although he doesn't drive it properly one bit. Telling me he got 400 miles out of one tank!! Yeh cool.
Weekend toy would be GTR, but I love the RS6. There is a video on YouTube of a 700bhp one racing a ZX10! Seriously fast car!
Company car next year so can flex out a bit, RS6 I like cos mates and I Can mess round but still go on trips abroad without being packed in etc. Arghh, choices!!
The GTR is naff in my eyes compared to the Audi . Everything on the Audi is Excellent whereas the Nissan only has an engine .
Hehe my thoughts exactly but something says keep looking at the GTR :grin:
The GTR is naff in my eyes compared to the Audi . Everything on the Audi is Excellent whereas the Nissan only has an engine .
I can sort of see what you mean but its more than just the engine its the entire drivetrain, the engine/ 4WD/ gearbox are all fantastic. They're nothing special inside (which is where the Audi and Nissan are worlds apart) looks wise I think they're about even since they each have a different style but as a toy the GTR is king. If you can only ever have 1 car then the RS6 all day but if you had both on the drive and you wanted to hit up some B roads on a Sunday afternoon I'd get on the GTR every time.
I will have a daily from work next year. I need the mix of practical and fast and the RS6 gives both, but the GTR is good for the back boot which tbh is main concern.....can it take my kit wherever i'm going if I don't need to take the daily!
RS6 is an absolute monster :evilgrin:
Supercar with a massive boot and 4WD making it a family carrying all-weather weapon :happy2:
But the choice is soooooo hard!!
I seen the other EVO videos too. RS6 is slightly slower. The cornering one was interesting. But with a map wonder what it would do.
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Found the video lol
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Are you going to be putting Ambalamps decals on it??? :scared:
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Gtr every time but its close as i do like the rs6
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RS6.
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It's a very hard choice indeed as such very different motors.
Personally it'd be the RS6 for me.....just need to sell both my Kidneys first......hang on....Will that work?!!!! :happy2:
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It's a very hard choice indeed as such very different motors.
Personally it'd be the RS6 for me.....just need to sell both my Kidneys first......hang on....Will that work?!!!! :happy2:
Yeh definitely will! I'm edging towards the RS6!
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If I had the choice I would have the RS6 over the GTR. My uncle has a GTR in white its a nice looking car but I think the rs6 looks so much nicer. I know every time he has it serviced the bills are massive and it has to go to a specialist, even though we live by Severn valley Motorsport who built the likes of the hulk GTR and qashqi GTR he still takes his back to St. Helens where he brought it new. I also think you see more gtr's around now than you do rs6's. Either way I'm sure you will enjoy which ever you buy and good luck
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If I had the choice I would have the RS6 over the GTR. My uncle has a GTR in white its a nice looking car but I think the rs6 looks so much nicer. I know every time he has it serviced the bills are massive and it has to go to a specialist, even though we live by Severn valley Motorsport who built the likes of the hulk GTR and qashqi GTR he still takes his back to St. Helens where he brought it new. I also think you see more gtr's around now than you do rs6's. Either way I'm sure you will enjoy which ever you buy and good luck
Thanks! The RS6 is my choice so just need to find a decent one. I move to Barnsley for a year in August so need to look to see if how often they get nicked there :grin:
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2 completely different cars the GT-R should be compared to a porsche the Audi an m5, If it's thrills your after and Supercar status on the road then the GT-R
If you want something fast and stealth then rs6, they are very very boring to drive though interior is a much better place but how much comfort does someone need in a car
I can put you in touch with someone what owns a GT-R as a toy and rs6 as a daily if you want
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2 completely different cars the GT-R should be compared to a porsche the Audi an m5, If it's thrills your after and Supercar status on the road then the GT-R
If you want something fast and stealth then rs6, they are very very boring to drive though interior is a much better place but how much comfort does someone need in a car
I can put you in touch with someone what owns a GT-R as a toy and rs6 as a daily if you want
Is very true. I have the R, it's the daily drive atm. Very soon I won't need a daily drive, and GTR appeals but I like german cars. The RS6 I can make very quick and take my mates in going places with all our kit....which kinda does it for me! But then again you don't buy a weekend car to do that right?!
and yes please! Would be good...
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I had the same dilemma last year.
Went GTR :love: and have never regretted it. It's loud, uncomfortable, not that practical and expensive to run.
Love it. RS6 in comparison is a lovely car and completely invisible.
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2 completely different cars the GT-R should be compared to a porsche the Audi an m5, If it's thrills your after and Supercar status on the road then the GT-R
If you want something fast and stealth then rs6, they are very very boring to drive though interior is a much better place but how much comfort does someone need in a car
I can put you in touch with someone what owns a GT-R as a toy and rs6 as a daily if you want
Is very true. I have the R, it's the daily drive atm. Very soon I won't need a daily drive, and GTR appeals but I like german cars. The RS6 I can make very quick and take my mates in going places with all our kit....which kinda does it for me! But then again you don't buy a weekend car to do that right?!
and yes please! Would be good...
Won't be no good you will only fit 4 dwarfs in a gtr comfortably
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F10 m5.. :party:. Out the two rs6 I'd go with mate, does everything really well rather than one thing great :happy2:
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I had the same dilemma last year.
Went GTR :love: and have never regretted it. It's loud, uncomfortable, not that practical and expensive to run.
Love it. RS6 in comparison is a lovely car and completely invisible.
For me that is half the appeal. No one will bat an eye lid at it until you open the taps and vanish from sight!
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^^^^^^^This!! :happy2:
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rs6 all the way as more practical sleeper when mapped absolute animal
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hehe thank you all. RS6 is happening. Off to Audi next week but suspect won't be buying from them as I seen a spec'd up one up north. All in time for moving up north for a year!
I see REVO have released their software, but seems MRC's stuff or even Litechfields maps/add ons add more ability.
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hehe thank you all. RS6 is happening. Off to Audi next week but suspect won't be buying from them as I seen a spec'd up one up north. All in time for moving up north for a year!
I see REVO have released their software, but seems MRC's stuff or even Litechfields maps/add ons add more ability.
I think APR have software as well
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I had the same dilemma last year.
Went GTR :love: and have never regretted it. It's loud, uncomfortable, not that practical and expensive to run.
Love it. RS6 in comparison is a lovely car and completely invisible.
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You need to clean your blockpaving :rolleye:
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I had the same dilemma last year.
Went GTR :love: and have never regretted it. It's loud, uncomfortable, not that practical and expensive to run.
Love it. RS6 in comparison is a lovely car and completely invisible.
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You need to clean your blockpaving :rolleye:
Nothing else interesting in the photo tbh..... :grin:
hehe thank you all. RS6 is happening. Off to Audi next week but suspect won't be buying from them as I seen a spec'd up one up north. All in time for moving up north for a year!
I see REVO have released their software, but seems MRC's stuff or even Litechfields maps/add ons add more ability.
I think APR have software as well
I'll have a look now! But checked again and MRC seem to get hell of alot more!
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@jonnym (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6631) do you know of Wayne Simpson? He's got the merlin purple RS6 the R8 on air and the S3 (now widebody) on air.
His Instagram is rs4tdi and I believe his RS6 is APR tuned by vrsnorthampton, there's a few videos of that beast on his Instagram page
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@jonnym (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=6631) do you know of Wayne Simpson? He's got the merlin purple RS6 the R8 on air and the S3 (now widebody) on air.
His Instagram is rs4tdi and I believe his RS6 is APR tuned by vrsnorthampton, there's a few videos of that beast on his Instagram page
Yeh just had a quick look now. Looks quick! APR seems to do better than REVO, but still MRC get more. This is of course just on paper!
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I'll try and get a vid and some exact figures from my friend getting his RS6 mapped by MRC in a couple of weeks, the good thing with the MRC is that its a bespoke map tailored to the car, not just a preset map loaded in.
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I'll try and get a vid and some exact figures from my friend getting his RS6 mapped by MRC in a couple of weeks, the good thing with the MRC is that its a bespoke map tailored to the car, not just a preset map loaded in.
Yeh that would be wicked. Seem MRC have a one stage approach to start but add air intakes etc on as well so you get more than the generic stage 1 map.
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Not a bad choice to have! As much as I'd love an RS6, I would only have one as a compromise if I needed the space as well. Went on a run yesterday and there was a 700hp R35 that I had a play with, made my S2+ R look like a diesel lol. And as others have said, I've been keeping my eye on the R35 market and over the last 18 months they have only been going up. Would loose 10s of thousands on an RS6 over a couple of years of ownership i'd imagine. So yeah out of the 2 for me it would have to be the GTR!
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Not a bad choice to have! As much as I'd love an RS6, I would only have one as a compromise if I needed the space as well. Went on a run yesterday and there was a 700hp R35 that I had a play with, made my S2+ R look like a diesel lol. And as others have said, I've been keeping my eye on the R35 market and over the last 18 months they have only been going up. Would loose 10s of thousands on an RS6 over a couple of years of ownership i'd imagine. So yeah out of the 2 for me it would have to be the GTR!
lol I know! That said a stage 2 TTRS destroyed me few sundays ago! I like the space but I can change! Your making me looking at the GTR again but tuning and running costs are an issue.....
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The facelift GTR's aren't as bad for running costs compared to the 1st ones but still expensive compared to the RS6. My personal opinion though is over say 2 years of ownership, you'd be better off with the GTR due to the RS6's depreciation if the C6 one is anything to go by. But whatever you choose you'll have an absolute weapon! :happy2:
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The facelift GTR's aren't as bad for running costs compared to the 1st ones but still expensive compared to the RS6. My personal opinion though is over say 2 years of ownership, you'd be better off with the GTR due to the RS6's depreciation if the C6 one is anything to go by. But whatever you choose you'll have an absolute weapon! :happy2:
I know I know :sad1:
Tbf i'm not looking at shifting anything quickly so I reckon even with the GTR i'd loose some cash. My mk5 I lost a fair bit on, but the RS6 will truely be low miles and going abroad/mess around. GTR yes I can do that but I can't stick my stuff in it! Saw you could get stage 4 of something off a GTR for £5k which is ok, but compared to the RS6's offer is expensive. It will be a keeper for a good while.
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Rs6
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Prelimanry figures from MRC regarding the RS6 map (based on previous data )
0 - 62 - under 3.5 second
0 - 124 - approx 11.5 seconds
Top Speed Approx 208 mph
The map on my friends car is on the 11th June so i'll upload the graphs then :happy2:
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Prelimanry figures from MRC regarding the RS6 map (based on previous data )
0 - 62 - under 3.5 second
0 - 124 - approx 11.5 seconds
Top Speed Approx 208 mph
The map on my friends car is on the 11th June so i'll upload the graphs then :happy2:
They doing anything else? Induction etc?
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The fella who I used to map my S4 has a new RS6, he currently has it to ~720hp and 1150Nm, says it is far too feisty for fast road driving, but for autobahn driving it just goes and goes and goes.
They depreciate at a crazy rate too, but what a car.
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Sort the GTR , like this one on this link ?
http://gtspeed.us/2015/05/19/kawasaki-h2r-hyperbike-vs-mp4-12c-veyron-and-1350hp-nissan-gt-r/
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The fella who I used to map my S4 has a new RS6, he currently has it to ~720hp and 1150Nm, says it is far too feisty for fast road driving, but for autobahn driving it just goes and goes and goes.
They depreciate at a crazy rate too, but what a car.
Just a map??
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GET THIS BOUGHT! :congrats:
http://www.uniqueprestige.co.uk/audi-rs6-avant-rs6-avant-tfsi-quattro-700-bhp-show-car-modifed-custom-in-hertfordshire-3972978
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GET THIS BOUGHT! :congrats:
http://www.uniqueprestige.co.uk/audi-rs6-avant-rs6-avant-tfsi-quattro-700-bhp-show-car-modifed-custom-in-hertfordshire-3972978
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I looked at that, but it's gone already and being broken down. Don't particularly like the C6 though...
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That was up for sale for ages, I saw the bloke was selling that like 6months ago or maybe more. Would love a V10 even though they're not as tuneable.
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Prelimanry figures from MRC regarding the RS6 map (based on previous data )
0 - 62 - under 3.5 second
0 - 124 - approx 11.5 seconds
Top Speed Approx 208 mph
The map on my friends car is on the 11th June so i'll upload the graphs then :happy2:
They doing anything else? Induction etc?
He's getting the induction done, map and the box to hide the fact its been mapped all for the £1300 price tag :happy2:
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RS6 without a doubt. Subtle and still as menacing.
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RS6 ALL DAY LONG
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Tough one. Rs6 I'd say :jumping:
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My friend took his RS6 to MRC on the 11th June, went on the rollers for a preliminary standard power run and it showed an error in the cooling system on the car, MRC weren’t keen on continuing working with the car as it had a 'fault'. They said it could be something as trivial as a poor batch of VPower but told him to go away and come back.
Car went back to Audi Carlisle and straight on the diagnostics, it showed nothing, so whatever the problem was at MRC had cleared itself by the time he got home.
Car went back to MRC on Friday last week and made a very comfortable 681 hp and 1040nm.
The guys at MRC said they could have got the magic 700hp but didn't want to push it too hard for no reason, they also mentioned that the fact it was 27°C didn't help, could have done with being a little cooler.
Apparently his drive home was epic :evilgrin: :evilgrin:
I'll stick the graph up later on
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My friend took his RS6 to MRC on the 11th June, went on the rollers for a preliminary standard power run and it showed an error in the cooling system on the car, MRC weren’t keen on continuing working with the car as it had a 'fault'. They said it could be something as trivial as a poor batch of VPower but told him to go away and come back.
Car went back to Audi Carlisle and straight on the diagnostics, it showed nothing, so whatever the problem was at MRC had cleared itself by the time he got home.
Car went back to MRC on Friday last week and made a very comfortable 681 hp and 1040nm.
The guys at MRC said they could have got the magic 700hp but didn't want to push it too hard for no reason, they also mentioned that the fact it was 27°C didn't help, could have done with being a little cooler.
Apparently his drive home was epic :evilgrin: :evilgrin:
I'll stick the graph up later on
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Oh wow! Beast! Just a map then!! I deffo wanna hit the 700 barrier!
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A map and ITG performance filter
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GTR is more exciting looking imo.
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More and more modified GTR's are cropping up on the forums with fubar'ed gearboxes especially on pre 2011 cars so be aware.
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More and more modified GTR's are cropping up on the forums with fubar'ed gearboxes especially on pre 2011 cars so be aware.
Thanks Andy. I was looking at a LM700 R35 atm from Evo, but not too sure on the engine and it's history even though it's been maintained very very well. And like you say gearbox. It has everything tho!!
Anyway, so I went out in a RS6 last and wasn't impressed with handling. It is an estate care and that's to be expected but it disappointed me :sad1:
But having been out in mates GTR......think i'm turning more GTR!
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Gearbox issues are not as bad as what it's made out to be, the circlip issue is not as much of an issue now and if it's going to happen usually be early days.. The magnets can get dirty and you can lose various gears but it's not as scary as it sounds
Plus litchfield will warranty any level of tune done by them.. From the engine, gearbox down to the mfd display
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Gearbox issues are not as bad as what it's made out to be
Plus litchfield will warranty any level of tune done by them for £1600 a year.. From the engine, gearbox down to the mfd display
i'm looking at facelift versions and not overly concerned about the gearbox. More tempted to get the one I have been looking at but gunna hold out to see what else is out there. Mate's had no issues so far and pretty much uses it daily.
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GTR definitely!!! a few mods on that and you'll be eating everything coming your way!! :party:
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Gearbox issues have always been a part of ownership of R32, R33, R34 and now R35 GTR's
http://www.gtr.co.uk/forum/373874-transmission-4-weeks-dealership.html
http://www.gtr.co.uk/forum/378258-r35-gear-box-advice.html
http://www.gtr.co.uk/forum/377962-gearbox-problem.html
http://www.gtr.co.uk/forum/376258-when-you-lose-gear-r35.html
http://www.gtr.co.uk/forum/371330-another-t-m-problem.html
So much power and grip means something has to give eventually. :happy2:
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My vote is GTR
You can cure a fault http://www.gtr.co.uk/forum/342138-gearbox-problem-eventual-cure.html
But it's really difficult to live with and drive something you just don't enjoy or feel connected to
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My vote is GTR
You can cure a fault http://www.gtr.co.uk/forum/342138-gearbox-problem-eventual-cure.html
But it's really difficult to live with and drive something you just don't enjoy or feel connected to
Agreed and my vote would also be the GTR but anyone who has owned a tuned GTR and likes to drive it properly will tell you that it can be an expensive addiction. :wink:
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Very expensive lol
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RS6 :happy2:
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Very expensive lol
My vote is GTR
You can cure a fault http://www.gtr.co.uk/forum/342138-gearbox-problem-eventual-cure.html
But it's really difficult to live with and drive something you just don't enjoy or feel connected to
Agreed and my vote would also be the GTR but anyone who has owned a tuned GTR and likes to drive it properly will tell you that it can be an expensive addiction. :wink:
Hehe be cool!
And is the 2013 model actually better than the 2011 one?
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It has to be a GTR for me - the road presence is immense. An RS6 will blend into the background.
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Mines Std and my daily driver. Love it and especially it's road presence :happy2:
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RS6 for me :drinking:
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Went for the GTR guys.....
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Love it :congrats:
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Stunning :drool:
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Good choice. As much as I'm VAG through and through, there's something a bit special about these.
Looks lovely.
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:drool: :evilgrin:
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RS6 :drool:
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That's better
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That's better
mate and I went out yesterday with his...was crazy.
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Where you based mate any mods?
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Wow, :smiley:
Slightly off topic, but have you driven that Defender in the background much? I live down tiny country roads, can be hard in the GTI sometimes during the winter, always fancied one. Done a very short test drive in one but didn't really get a feel to see if I could live with one. Curious to see what you may think to it after an Ed 30. Thanks :)
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Where you based mate any mods?
Hertfordshire way unfortunately....but we do wanna go to Cheddar Gorge, apparently it's good!
and Stage 2...
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Wow, :smiley:
Slightly off topic, but have you driven that Defender in the background much? I live down tiny country roads, can be hard in the GTI sometimes during the winter, always fancied one. Done a very short test drive in one but didn't really get a feel to see if I could live with one. Curious to see what you may think to it after an Ed 30. Thanks :)
Well that isn't my drive! That said I have driven lots of defenders - although not "Southern-fied" like that one. The ones i've driven were on hire from SHB. They are a hard ride but didn't fail even in the crazy conditions I put it through - mass fields on mud etc. Could you like with one? I did for 2 months, but then I generally get on with my cars regardless unless they are utter rubbish. My golf never failed me even in the snow, but never tried mud!
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Wow, :smiley:
Slightly off topic, but have you driven that Defender in the background much? I live down tiny country roads, can be hard in the GTI sometimes during the winter, always fancied one. Done a very short test drive in one but didn't really get a feel to see if I could live with one. Curious to see what you may think to it after an Ed 30. Thanks :)
Well that isn't my drive! That said I have driven lots of defenders - although not "Southern-fied" like that one. The ones i've driven were on hire from SHB. They are a hard ride but didn't fail even in the crazy conditions I put it through - mass fields on mud etc. Could you like with one? I did for 2 months, but then I generally get on with my cars regardless unless they are utter rubbish. My golf never failed me even in the snow, but never tried mud!
Thanks, always interesting to see how other people get on. I think I need a proper test drive/ to hire one for a few days to really see. Ideally would like to keep the GTI and have a Defender for dodgy weather/ crappy lanes around home. Best of both worlds! :pomppomp:
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Very Jealous, those R35 GTR's are awesome, don't often see a black one, normally grey. :happy2:
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Where you based mate any mods?
Hertfordshire way unfortunately....but we do wanna go to Cheddar Gorge, apparently it's good!
and Stage 2...
I'm local to there I wouldn't bother get some nice cars now and again but there's going to be a big accident there soon
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Where you based mate any mods?
Hertfordshire way unfortunately....but we do wanna go to Cheddar Gorge, apparently it's good!
and Stage 2...
I'm local to there I wouldn't bother get some nice cars now and again but there's going to be a big accident there soon
Was more for photos but I get you! I've been to the caves #fun
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Very Jealous, those R35 GTR's are awesome, don't often see a black one, normally grey. :happy2:
Hehe pick it up tomorrow!!
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gonna be a nice day tomorrow...you luuuky, luuuky barsteward :driver:
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Where you based mate any mods?
Hertfordshire way unfortunately....but we do wanna go to Cheddar Gorge, apparently it's good!
and Stage 2...
I'm local to there I wouldn't bother get some nice cars now and again but there's going to be a big accident there soon
Was more for photos but I get you! I've been to the caves #fun
I thought you meant the weekend car meets there mate lol.. Yeah gd spot for pictures, let me know if you go up I'll join you
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gonna be a nice day tomorrow...you luuuky, luuuky barsteward :driver:
Lool yep! Weather is perfect!!
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Very Jealous, those R35 GTR's are awesome, don't often see a black one, normally grey. :happy2:
Hehe pick it up tomorrow!!
I drove one at Anglesey Race Track the other week; it was HUGE fun even in standard form, smoked my mate who was on track at the same time in a Baby Aston.
Hope you manage to keep your licence! :) I know I wouldn't - god knows how insane that Litchfield version is @Pikey Motorsports (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7231)
Plenty of pics to follow is a must. :happy2:
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Very Jealous, those R35 GTR's are awesome, don't often see a black one, normally grey. :happy2:
Hehe pick it up tomorrow!!
I drove one at Anglesey Race Track the other week; it was HUGE fun even in standard form, smoked my mate who was on track at the same time in a Baby Aston.
Hope you manage to keep your licence! :) I know I wouldn't - god knows how insane that Litchfield version is @Pikey Motorsports (http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=7231)
Plenty of pics to follow is a must. :happy2:
Hehe mines not standard :p
Yeh it is insane. On the M1 yesterday, I just tapped my foot on the accelerator, and was like crazyyyyy speed! :laugh: :laugh:
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I'm late to this thread...probably due to not being on this forum much in the past year :ashamed:
My vote would have been the GTR no question...the road presence is massive! :happy2:
How you been mate?
Any chance of riding shotgun before you head up north?
Kalps
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(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.voodish.co.uk%2Fmisc%2Fgtr-lambo-aston.JPG&hash=c62c1d1b730b75077d2105835a037404d615dd1d)
I'm a big fan of the GTR shape, I know a lot aren't... bad ass :evilgrin:
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I went in an imported one before the UK ones came out around Anglesey circuit. It was brutal, even with all the interior buttons in Japanese lol also went in a 12 plate and was passenger while it was launched! Never known such acceleration!
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I went in an imported one before the UK ones came out around Anglesey circuit. It was brutal, even with all the interior buttons in Japanese lol also went in a 12 plate and was passenger while it was launched! Never known such acceleration!
Yeh I launched mine and best thing i've ever done!! :grin:
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(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.voodish.co.uk%2Fmisc%2Fgtr-lambo-aston.JPG&hash=c62c1d1b730b75077d2105835a037404d615dd1d)
I'm a big fan of the GTR shape, I know a lot aren't... bad ass :evilgrin:
I love them so much!
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I'm late to this thread...probably due to not being on this forum much in the past year :ashamed:
My vote would have been the GTR no question...the road presence is massive! :happy2:
How you been mate?
Any chance of riding shotgun before you head up north?
Kalps
I'm up north now, but when i'm back down!