R36...pre-ordered!!!

[blur32]

My first post on this section, but I thought it about time, as I will be the proud owner (hopefully) of an R36 Passat Wagon in the 1st qtr of '08.

Pre-ordered one today to replace my MkV R32. VAG Aust still haven't confirmed pricing or final spec as yet as Oz build has slipped to late '07/'early '08. VAG Aust will still be launching at the Sydney Motor Show though.

$1000 deposit and the expectation that the price will be approx. $65 to $70k.

here's to a loooong waiting period and pent up frustration!!!

[Mario]

My first post on this section, but I thought it about time, as I will be the proud owner (hopefully) of an R36 Passat Wagon in the 1st qtr of '08.

Pre-ordered one today to replace my MkV R32. VAG Aust still haven't confirmed pricing or final spec as yet as Oz build has slipped to late '07/'early '08. VAG Aust will still be launching at the Sydney Motor Show though.

$1000 deposit and the expectation that the price will be approx. $65 to $70k.

here's to a loooong waiting period and pent up frustration!!!

Hi Blur.. good work.... what dealership?, i was at the botany (NSW) branch yesterday and they dont yet know anything about the R36 Passat.. mario.

[anarchycamp]

Nice one!!!! I must admit I thought the pricing would be more like $75 to $80k but if thats the case, brilliant!!!

My first post on this section, but I thought it about time, as I will be the proud owner (hopefully) of an R36 Passat Wagon in the 1st qtr of '08.

Pre-ordered one today to replace my MkV R32. VAG Aust still haven't confirmed pricing or final spec as yet as Oz build has slipped to late '07/'early '08. VAG Aust will still be launching at the Sydney Motor Show though.

$1000 deposit and the expectation that the price will be approx. $65 to $70k.

here's to a loooong waiting period and pent up frustration!!!

[phaeton]

Congrats blur32

What colour did you order it in ?

Black would be my choice

[blur32]

Congrats blur32

What colour did you order it in ?

Black would be my choice

Black it is! (or will be). There are still rumors of them coming with matt black grills and rims....if thats the case, it will be white.

Going to try & forget it now as I know it will be closer to 12 months before I see it...which will also keep my leasing company a little more on side ...still have the R32 to amuse myself with for a while!

Will keep everyone informed on the progress (final spec & price) and build dates and ETA. First Oz cars are due to go into production late Nov or early Dec, althought this may slip due to already existing OS demand (pre-orders in Germany & UK). ETA in the UK has slipped to April '08 alreday.

[GoLfMan]

you lucky bugger

[phaeton]

Cool blur32 or should that be blar36

[OilBurna]

any updates on your car?

[Steve]

Seconding the request for an update!

I'm days away from ordering either a V6 Passat or an R36... the R36 is looking better and better, although the dealer said "maybe September" when I asked how long it'd take.

[OilBurna]

don;t the dealers want to sell any cars, surely someone at VWA must know, or maybe they are still waiting to hear from Germany

[Vene]

Passat R36

Any idea when the car is due to arrive in Oz? I've heard its Sept 08, is this still current?

[Steve]

When I asked on Wednesday, the dealer said September at the latest. However, I'm hearing stories of April at the earliest...

[Vene]

Yep, Sept seems to be the due date for now. I think the R50 arrives in April. BTW - does anyone have any info on the new satnav/multimedia systems due out this year? I heard its got an SD card reader, DVD player, 3D satnav, iPod link, but no mention of bluetooth handsfree.

On a side note, I test drove the v6 FSI passat variant, would be interesting to compare it with the R36......another 40kws can't hurt.

[Steve]

Yeah, and nor can fixing the awful seats the V6 has!

The seats in a base model Commodore are better.

[Mischa]

mmmmm r36 300hp motor in an mk2.... mmmmm if one of you hates it when you get it just roll it will you so i can pick it up at an auction