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  • #31
    Originally posted by mrcurlywhirly View Post
    Can i report an inappropriate post? this is not the swapping forum..
    I take it that's a "No" then?

    Dave

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    • #32
      Honest answers-please?

      OK, i'm all over this like a rash. Got the hots for a MY07 GTI DSG in white or red, standard no sat/nav, laether, sunroof etc. But need to get more info on cost of repairs and maint. I'm a Subaru man MY00 Liberty RX, but it's time to move on. The GTI is top of my list on a tight budget, so gotta make the right choice. Thoughts??

      ps- does it really get 8L per 100k combined?

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      • #33
        Originally posted by zorro View Post
        OK, i'm all over this like a rash. Got the hots for a MY07 GTI DSG in white or red, standard no sat/nav, laether, sunroof etc. But need to get more info on cost of repairs and maint. I'm a Subaru man MY00 Liberty RX, but it's time to move on. The GTI is top of my list on a tight budget, so gotta make the right choice. Thoughts??

        ps- does it really get 8L per 100k combined?
        id budget 10L per 100kms unless you wanna drive in a fashion that would take all the joy out of ownership!

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        • #34
          10 L? hmm I doubt i get that now in the Liberty!

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          • #35
            Originally posted by zorro View Post
            ps- does it really get 8L per 100k combined?
            If you're after 8L/100, the GT petrol would be your best bet. 8 is what I get 'round town (traffic lights are your enemy!). The guys with GTIs that I know get 9-10 in the same sort of traffic.

            Mind you, if I 'sink the slipper' the TSI is a thirsty little beast!
            The GTI will always be a slightly faster ride than the GT, but the GT will always be more economical too.

            'Pends what you're after.
            2007 Golf GT | DSG | TR | roof | iPod rubbish | R line fog grilles | R satin mirror caps | R pedals | R console trim | colour coded GTI valences | R32 Ormanyts

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            • #36
              It can be economical, but it depends on what sort of traffic you have during your commutes.
              I regularly get 7-8's during rush hour (Canberra) but can be around 9-10 very easily
              MY07 GTI 5door Silver Manual (9.1kg / kw)
              T2'008 (2.7kg / kw)

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              • #37
                Thanks guy's,

                until 9 months ago, I would not have streesed 2much about this, but with Petrol soo high and GTI requiring 98oct it's something to consider, hey can you use The E10 say from United 10% Ethanol Boost98 fuel. It's usually 2-4 cents cheaper than standard unleaded!

                adios
                Z

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                • #38
                  What do I like about my 08 TDI GT SPORT

                  Economy Economy Economy after owning an XR6 this thing is amazing.

                  6 Speed manual transmission - I'm sooo happy to be back in a manual.

                  Sunroof - come on sunshine, I'm sick of the rain !!! - it's still great for demisting windows though from all the heavy breathing due to the pure growling performance

                  Torque Torque Torque - I love hills and corners and so does this beasty

                  All in all - I love my new Golf

                  Just filled up for the second time (1300 k's on the clock) economy getting better all the time - this tank averaged 6.4 L / 100 k's city / hwy combined
                  Last edited by Russ59; 10-09-2008, 08:58 AM. Reason: adding comment
                  Russ

                  2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R Premium

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                  • #39
                    Originally posted by zorro View Post
                    Thanks guy's,

                    until 9 months ago, I would not have streesed 2much about this, but with Petrol soo high and GTI requiring 98oct it's something to consider, hey can you use The E10 say from United 10% Ethanol Boost98 fuel. It's usually 2-4 cents cheaper than standard unleaded!

                    adios
                    Z
                    My TSI quite happily takes 95, so if a few cents a litre makes a difference to you, that can be an option...

                    While they recommend 98, 95 is also quite OK to use, and apparently even 91 for emergencies can be used (although 91 isn't advisable for long periods). I'm unsure on the advised octane ratings for GTIs (that wasn't specified in my owner's manual).
                    2007 Golf GT | DSG | TR | roof | iPod rubbish | R line fog grilles | R satin mirror caps | R pedals | R console trim | colour coded GTI valences | R32 Ormanyts

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                    • #40
                      i was deperate and used United Ethanol blend Premium 98.

                      **** petrol. It finished so damn quickly.

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                      • #41
                        95 octane

                        The car's engine timing adjusts automatically to cope with the lower octane, so 95 is entirely OK (eg the 'normal' Caltex Vortex). Haven't needed to resort to '91' yet...

                        TG
                        (formerly TSI GUY)
                        First car: 1972 White Super Bug S
                        First Golf: MY08 Candy White Golf GT Sport TSI DSG
                        Now: MY13 Candy White Golf VI 2.0 TDI DSG (yes, I've come over to 'the dark side'...)

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                        • #42
                          what I like about the TSI...

                          I really like the way the engine 'growls' between 1500rpm and 3000rpm... and the torque is very impressive (much more effective pulling power than the v6 Camry and v6 Mazda 626).

                          Fuel comsumption is better than any car I've owned (including Corolla, 121). Logical given it's the smallest engine I've had, but illogical given the acceleration etc... definately the future for petrol transport!

                          We use it as a family car, so the slightly softer ride (viz GTI) is great.

                          Only whinge? Have to remove the 'driver' from the golf bag before the bag will 'fit' in the boot - the club can still go into the boot, but needs to sit alongside the bag... just too long!
                          (formerly TSI GUY)
                          First car: 1972 White Super Bug S
                          First Golf: MY08 Candy White Golf GT Sport TSI DSG
                          Now: MY13 Candy White Golf VI 2.0 TDI DSG (yes, I've come over to 'the dark side'...)

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                          • #43
                            I've been driving my 08 GTI DSG since May, and the one thing that still brings a smile to my face is the 'pop' (more like "BVVT") sound the exhaust makes when you change up in the sweet spot of the torque band. I could listen to that sound all day. The windows are down no matter how cold it is outside.

                            That is all.
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                            • #44
                              Just got my APR stage 1 today... so much midrange acceleration....and the exhaust popping noise is louder! Woohoo!
                              2008 Golf V GTI Bixenon DSG Leather APR Stage 1
                              2011 Ducati Monster 1100 Evo
                              2011 Suzuki DR650
                              2012 Golf VI R DSG Leather Reverse Camera (pending delivery)

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                              • #45
                                08 TDi Pacific - LOVE the noise it makes. Love riding the wave of torque. Love having to put the speed warning UP!

                                Oh and love this, even with a lead foot!



                                Sam
                                08 TDI Pacific DSG in United Grey
                                2016 Mk7 Deep Black Pearl GTI

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