I scored a Tiquan deal thread

[Pullstarter]

Well I think the previous discussions go to show that the Tig is many different things to many different people. Clip and myself are going the slightly lowered, improved power and handling route, not for everyone I know. However, it does show how versatile these little beasties are and surely that's a good thing?

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I'm worried what a "mid life" upgrade (new lights etc) will do to the value of the Tigs already out there though.

Can't be worried about that Sharkie, because as soon as the upgrade comes out, the new model will be following right after it, and then a new one after that, that's the way it works hey, otherwise we'd still be driving model A fords. Now stop bloody procrastinating and go and get one!

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didn't think that he might've had a gun!

I had a guy following me along the road and into the shops today. Wasn't sure what he was up to. I went to park and he did, I changed my mind and went a bit further, and he followed again. So I stopped, jumped out and went up to his window to see what his problem was (didn't really think it through at the time). But it was OK, he said ... hey, just wanted to ask you about your Tiguan, I want to replace the CRV with one and I've heard really good great things about them!... Of course I told him they were rubbish and he'd be better off getting a Forester

[Sharkie]

Can't be worried about that Sharkie, because as soon as the upgrade comes out, the new model will be following right after it, and then a new one after that, that's the way it works hey, otherwise we'd still be driving model A fords. Now stop bloody procrastinating and go and get one!

I actually did do something on it yesterday. Spent some time up in your area and visited Audi and VW & Subaru (Cricks for both). Test drove Q5 and Forrester XT, VW did not have a 125, only TDI's. From a pure performance view, nothing really in it between the XT and the Q5. Remember that there are many more Subaru tuners out there than VW/Audi tuners, so the options to "enhance" an XT is pretty much endless.

XT is rubbish inside and some of the exterior trim as well. I like the performance and can "fix" the suspension issues but don't want one.

Q5 is beautiful to look at. Audi on Nicklin way has a silver 2.0TSFI with the S-Line exterior kit and it is a looker. Inside is good std, but it has a few severe flaws. No A/C vents as standard in the rear unless you spend an additional $1500. Rear transmission tunnel intrudes badly and my kids were uncomfortable on a 15min drive. The middle rear seat is also bad, in effect the Q5 is a 2+2+(very) temporary 1.

Performance is good, DSG is rubbish as always. Evertime I drive a DSG and it lags at takeoff at the lights I promise to myself never to get one. (It is the reason VW was embarrased when it took DSG and manual GTIs to a drag strip to prove how good DSG was and the manuals won every single time.) So no Q5 for me. I actually had my heart set on one

Spent some time inside the Tig to look at the issues I had. Space in the boot is still not great, but I got my wife to agree that it wasn't that bad and that she could live with it as a runabout. Rear seat space & comfort was much better than the Q5 with A/c vents, no bad transmission tunnel and a comfortable 5th seat.

So on Monday I will hear if they have any 125s in manual, in silver with my chosen options anywhere in Oz or if I will have to order 1 in.

Well I think the previous discussions go to show that the Tig is many different things to many different people. Clip and myself are going the slightly lowered, improved power and handling route, not for everyone I know. However, it does show how versatile these little beasties are and surely that's a good thing?

I'll be going this same performance small SUV route (better handling and more performance) as to me (I'm sure I said it before ) it is by no means meant to go seriously offroad. It provides the best entry point into a AWD 2.0TFSI VAG vehicle even if it isn't "real" AWD

On that point clip, have you had issues with wheelspin on a spirited launch? I will need to speak to Guy during the week as well ......

I did buy something though ...... a new BMW F800ST in midnight blue with ABS .... replacing my 2 Suzukis with a single dual purpose (German) bike ...

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Mate, you should have given me a yell if you were up this way.

Disappointing about the Q5, but to be honest, I just can't see the value in them at nearly $20k more. And add another 150kg over the Tig125, that's going to take off any edge the new engine might have.

No problems with wheel spin off the line, but then I probably haven't stood on it hard enough to induce it either. Because first is so short (I think just to remind you that it's got a bit of 4x4 in it), I generally get it into second as quick as possible and let the torque do the walking.

I know Guy has got other stuff happening for the Tig, so I don't think you'll go too wrong in the performance side of things.

And good choice on the bike too! Way to go!

[Pullstarter]

Pics of new bike required or BAN!! Sounds like you've made your mind up then Sharkie?

[Transporter]

I had a guy following me along the road and into the shops today. Wasn't sure what he was up to. I went to park and he did, I changed my mind and went a bit further, and he followed again. So I stopped, jumped out and went up to his window to see what his problem was (didn't really think it through at the time). But it was OK, he said ... hey, just wanted to ask you about your Tiguan, I want to replace the CRV with one and I've heard really good great things about them!... Of course I told him they were rubbish and he'd be better off getting a Forester

"Subaru is demanding a lot of self-confidence from you, because the Forester, by its drabness, refuses to massage your ego".

http://www.topgear.com/au/subaru/forester/road-test/2.0-xs

[Tigga1]

Well I think the previous discussions go to show that the Tig is many different things to many different people. Clip and myself are going the slightly lowered, improved power and handling route, not for everyone I know. However, it does show how versatile these little beasties are and surely that's a good thing?

Dear Pullstarter and Clip
I've already got the neuspeed h/d rear s/bar, but am interested to go a bit further...
noticed on nesupeed's website they do a Haldex add-on for gearbox that will make it more Q5 like (I imagine) in spirited driving, i.e. provide a 40/60 sport split, which I personally think could make a huge difference in driving anywhere but straight ahead...even more that chip or tuning...have you guys considered this? I go up and down a mountain range every day to work and, while the power is ok, I think this would probably provide more real time improvement than the chip
perhaps I should consider both...which I am

cheers

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I go up and down a mountain range every day to work and, while the power is ok, I think this would probably provide more real time improvement than the chip
perhaps I should consider both...which I am

No Tigga, haven't considered the haldex add-on. First thing for me is sway bar and springs. Just have to find a supplier for the springs.

I think you need the chip Tigga, going up and down that range every day. Pulling up hills is ridiculous now. The torque is just sensational. Mind you, you might find yourself in trouble with Mr plod on that road.

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"Subaru is demanding a lot of self-confidence from you, because the Forester, by its drabness, refuses to massage your ego".

an odd write up for sure, but then it is from Top Gear Australia

Of course the same could be said about VW styling. Maybe the r20t will break the mould.

[Sharkie]

Pics of new bike required or BAN!! Sounds like you've made your mind up then Sharkie?

Yep, mind is now 99% made up. Will start the ball rolling this week to get a Tig parked at home ASAP.

The bike is in Melbourne at the BMW depot and will need to come up to BMW on the Sunshine Coast and then be pd'd so I'm hoping about a week, may be more like 10 days though before I have it.

Good things is Tig and bike combined is much less than a Q5 so I'm coming out ahead as I was ready to spend $70K on the Q5. And I get to trade 2 bikes in to offset even further.

[Pullstarter]

Gotta love multiple purchases!!

[Sharkie]

Apparently only 3 x 125TSI Manuals in stock and not sold anywhere in Oz atm. I'll have to order 1 in. 4 month wait.

For some reason apprently the word got out that th 125TSI manual is the 1 to buy as it is the hot Tiguan atm. Almost no 147 orders and TDI sales have dried up ...... everybody wants a 125 in manual .... VW confirmed more than 130 TDIs in stock and nobody wants them ......

I'll put a clause in my order that if the 147 becomes available in manual (and it is available overseas) I'll want to upgrade as I like the extras (sport seats especially) it has.

[Pullstarter]

I was lucky to get mine with a 5 week wait then by the sounds? I asked about the possibility of getting a 147 manual and was flatly told no, you can try I guess.

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I know where you can get a 125 manual from. $49k and it's all yours if anyone's interested.