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  • Can someone explain why these tiny things cost so much, even with the discount?
    Some say he was the Stig... all we know is that he drives a VW Transporter.
    Audi A3

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    • They're far cheaper than the TIG Design ones, and about equal with the "tape on" ones from ECU tuning... not sure why you think they are expensive. They're obviously a pretty niche product...

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      • I spent less on the GTI pedals, which seem a tad more... substantial
        Some say he was the Stig... all we know is that he drives a VW Transporter.
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        • Of course.... but VW have made a million GTI's, and all of them have pedals. It's basic economies of scale

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          • Ryan, if you can design them in 3D CAD and have them CNC machined yourself to the same level of quality and finish for cheaper, please let me know and I will be first on the order book

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            • Maybe not, but if you don't mind them being a plastic + sticky tape job, you know where to look

              I'm sure they're making a decent profit otherwise they wouldn't be selling them. Since I'm in the IT business I guess I've gotten used to getting a lot of techie things for Asian (good) prices, so when I saw those two small paddles being sold for over $200 originally, I was looking to see what rare-earth materials they were made out of :p But ignore me
              Some say he was the Stig... all we know is that he drives a VW Transporter.
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              • Originally posted by Ryan_R View Post
                Can someone explain why these tiny things cost so much, even with the discount?
                Yes, machining and labor costs.

                The block 6061 T-6 Aluminum material used to create our Paddle Shifters is relatively cheap, but, the labor time spent Machining and Finishing the Aluminum Paddles are not. Also, please consider that once the machining is completed we then have the additional costs of De-Burring, Tumbling, Finishing/Blasting, Anodizing, Laser Engraving, and finally, Packaging.

                All-in-all, creating a single pair of S2T Performance Paddle Shifters is a very costly and lengthy process.

                Michael Bello
                S2T Performance Products

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                • In terms of aesthetics and functionality, they are fantastic. You get what you pay for. I love mine

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                  • I'm running them too, they are an awesome bit of kit!
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                    • Thanks Michael.
                      Some say he was the Stig... all we know is that he drives a VW Transporter.
                      Audi A3

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                      • Originally posted by Ryan_R View Post
                        Thanks Michael.
                        You are very welcome!

                        Michael Bello
                        S2T Performance Products

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                        • I have them too and love them. Perfect fit and look like original equipment. Would buy them again if I got another DSG VW
                          Golf R 5 Door DSG, Rising Blue, 19" Wheels (Silver), Leather, MDI, RVC, Bluetooth, RNS510, APR Stage 2, APR Divorced DP, APR HPFP, VW Racing CAI, S2T Paddle Shifters, Sprint Booster

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                          • Received my paddles on Friday. Awesome quality product.

                            Thanks for the quick delivery Michael.
                            GOLF GTi MY12 DSG SOLD
                            Candy White l 5 Door l Detroits

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                            • Likewise, mine turned up this week too. Hopefully fitting them tomorrow. No more missing the paddles on upshifts whilst cornering!!

                              Michael, maybe a polished aluminium option would be a winner? I think that would look great!

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                              • Guys, ummm, I have to make a confession. I've had my S2T paddles for a few months now but yet to install them. I know, I know, I have plenty of excuses though but I am ashamed with myself!! It won't happen overnight but it will happen. Oh and I do hold them in my hand from time to time.

                                All jokes aside they are very good quality in all aspects and I believe worth the dollars.
                                Golf R, Rising Blue, 5 Door, DSG and some extra fruit.
                                Viagra on 4 wheels !!

                                "If you can't fix it with a hammer then it must be an electrical problem"

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