Golf R Observations and Questions

[Ryan_R]

Yeah I don't think they learn the concept of property value and money until about Grade 4

[Fab_R]

Oh damn...Kids + Golf R = dont match.

[SilvrFoxX]

Oh damn...Kids + Golf R = dont match.

Not in the grille anyway

[runningmanz]

Oh damn...Kids + Golf R = dont match.

Lol well it was either make the R the main family car or get a boring 4wd or sedan, so at least I get to drive it from time to time on my own too Anyway I'm planning to keep it when the lease runs out, mod it a bit and get the Mrs and kids a Tiguan or something like that hehe. Then again maybe they can have the 2010 R and i'll get the updated one for me LOL!

[SilvrFoxX]

Wonder if we will see this little gem..I also note the chrome rims..

[Candyman]

The R creaks like a banshee now

If this ever makes production, they better strengthen up the subframe !

[SilvrFoxX]

Mine doesn't suffer that to any great extent, I have also heard that it is not such a big issue with 3 door versions.. I think I also the brake calipers look better in black than Blue

[Candyman]

The Golf range is known for not being the strongest subframe.

The vert looks a bit pussay IMO but not a bad market for the car

Doubt it will ever make it here

[SilvrFoxX]

Has got a bit hairdresser about it

[chylld]

The R creaks like a banshee now

If this ever makes production, they better strengthen up the subframe !

Banshee? Mine creaks like a frog Totally expected it though... I think it's character building!

The BMW I had prior also rattled and creaked, as did the Honda. The only car I've had that hasn't rattled/creaked/squeaked at all was the Hyundai i30

[Candyman]

Oh my R is totally rattle free

I was just referring to chassis twist

Better than my MKV GTI though

[parso_rex]

Hey all,

its been ages since I was on this site. Anyway still loving my UG 2010 Golf R. Had it since late Jan and its clocked up about 20,000k's without any major dramas *touch wood* apart from stuffing a set of front tyres on a massive 6 foot or so wide pothole that the bloody council left after doing some roadworks.

Today was one minor drama. My 4 yr old nephew was in the middle of back seat with my daughters on the way to the beach and he decides to put down the rear cup holder and practice his football skills on it. Anyway the door to the holder snapped out and broke off the little catch that holds one side in. Needless to say I was pissed, but what can ya do lol. Luckily I managed to find the small bit that was broken off and super glue it back on when I got home. It was bent on the join in the plastic so its still kinda wonky but hopefully its enough to hold it in place. . Add to that I caught him swinging on the rear door handle and about to pull down on the rear wiper as well. I needed the patience of a saint today I swear. Ah kids ya gotta love em o_O. LOL!

Anway it might seem minor but to us fans who LOVE our cars its enough to make ya cry sometimes! )

I just had my 3 year old modify one of the vents in that same area. The parts have fallen down in side but if I can get them back it might be possible for it to be reconstructed. I still have to find where the two snails went too

[SilvrFoxX]

Was at Fivedock today and passed Barlowworld VW and there was a Green Sirocco R out the front which after I had been into the place I was visiting turned in front of me in traffic. Cant say they look the goods, I had thought in photos they looked impressive ( even for a 3 door) but in the metal a bit meh.

Maybe it was the colour but will be interesting to see if they get the cult following they have elsewhere in the world

[Andych]

Was at Fivedock today and passed Barlowworld VW and there was a Green Sirocco R out the front which after I had been into the place I was visiting turned in front of me in traffic. Cant say they look the goods, I had thought in photos they looked impressive ( even for a 3 door) but in the metal a bit meh.

Maybe it was the colour but will be interesting to see if they get the cult following they have elsewhere in the world

Each to their own I guess... the RB one I took out yesterday is absolutely stunning from all angles and even more so from inside... plus they are faster.. lol

[Candyman]

Was at Fivedock today and passed Barlowworld VW and there was a Green Sirocco R out the front which after I had been into the place I was visiting turned in front of me in traffic. Cant say they look the goods, I had thought in photos they looked impressive ( even for a 3 door) but in the metal a bit meh.

Maybe it was the colour but will be interesting to see if they get the cult following they have elsewhere in the world

The one we had in NZ for a few weeks took my breath away initially, mostly the rear styling but after a few days it made me realise it looks more like 2-3 vehicles joined together.

Nothing really matches design wise.

They look too tired now, styling is dated.

Without the offer of AWD, the hodge podge styling and non uniqueness of interior styling, it all seems a little bland.