New Polo - I've got one!

[Frostee]

G'day

I picked up my Polo GTI the other day

Was REAL lucky - went looking and found one on 2nd call at Chatswood Classic
A cancelled order. Someone went the Golf GTI instead of waiting

It is candy white and has the leather, RCD510 radio, headligh upgrades.
I have added bluetooth and window tints

Done about a 1,000kms in it now and REAL happy

Cant believe the wait some of you guys have had to put up with
Might be like the Mk V Golf GTIs a while back when VW flooded the market after a while

Congratulations!!! You have done amazingly well given the lead-times being experienced for new orders.

You mention "leather"

Did the dealer tell you the seats were leather? If so I'd be looking for a discount on your first service cost because as far as I know this trim is alacantra (suede
/velour type material) with a faux leather trim.

[gerhard]

Congratulations Gerhard.
Long weekend here in Melbourne is perfect for that nice long run in
Looks great, hope you enjoy your new ride

It's actually hers, not mine - I can't prise it away at the moment. I've still got the Golf GTI, have just taken out the extended wty so it's a keeper for a while yet (only done 37,000)

My recent new toy is this now that I've retired I need something for the bush and the outback.

[bizarre]

Frostee

yeah - they told me all that
Just too hard to spell it - I am a lazy sod.

[GTI mk6]

It's actually hers, not mine - I can't prise it away at the moment. I've still got the Golf GTI, have just taken out the extended wty so it's a keeper for a while yet (only done 37,000)

My recent new toy is this now that I've retired I need something for the bush and the outback.

Ahh......that's what SWMBO means.....(still don't know, but your other half it seems) my bad sorry.
Well nice rig you have then also
Looks like you have all bases covered.....is your Golf GTi candy white also? White is the new black isn't it? Hehe

[Frostee]

here's a few rushed pics

I won't be tinting

http://s1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb330/Frosteeeee/

[GTI mk6]

G'day

I picked up my Polo GTI the other day

Was REAL lucky - went looking and found one on 2nd call at Chatswood Classic
A cancelled order. Someone went the Golf GTI instead of waiting

It is candy white and has the leather, RCD510 radio, headligh upgrades.
I have added bluetooth and window tints

Done about a 1,000kms in it now and REAL happy

Cant believe the wait some of you guys have had to put up with
Might be like the Mk V Golf GTIs a while back when VW flooded the market after a while

Well congratulations, you are one lucky vdubber alrighty.....talk about perfect timing!
Darned if I know how to get through the next 8+ mths wait.
Ha ha, it's only been a week so far, gotta get a grip!

[GTI mk6]

here's a few rushed pics

I won't be tinting

That looks awesome best photos I have seen of the sunroof, I actually thought the surrounding part was painted black, but
It looks like it's a continuation of glass, is this correct? LED's look so good too.
By the look of that shine, you have done your clay bar, was it nanolex you used?
If so, how did you find it to apply (applied it on my Golf GTi on a real stinking hot day and although the car was garaged, it was drying so
quickly, had to work on real small areas fast.
Thanks for sharing some photos, hope to see some more when you have time

Add on.....those windows look surprisingly quiet dark without tint alright

[Frostee]

That looks awesome best photos I have seen of the sunroof, I actually thought the surrounding part was painted black, but
It looks like it's a continuation of glass, is this correct? LED's look so good too.
By the look of that shine, you have done your clay bar, was it nanolex you used?
If so, how did you find it to apply (applied it on my Golf GTi on a real stinking hot day and although the car was garaged, it was drying so
quickly, had to work on real small areas fast.
Thanks for sharing some photos, hope to see some more when you have time

Add on.....those windows look surprisingly quiet dark without tint alright

You're correct, the entire sunroof panel is effectively a glass insert. I was really impressed when I saw it first time. I was rushed today so couldn't get good shots to give the full perspective but will do so over the next couple of days and post them.

Re the detailing - I haven't touched the paint yet but will do so on Monday. I had a few hours this afternoon to treat fabric, clean interior glass and 303 all interior surfaces. Amazing how dirty a micro fibre cloth can be after a dealer delivery!

I'll be doing the Nanolex on paint and glass this weekend. Will post my thoughts and pics along the way and after

[gerhard]

Ahh......that's what SWMBO means.....(still don't know, but your other half it seems) my bad sorry.
Well nice rig you have then also
Looks like you have all bases covered.....is your Golf GTi candy white also? White is the new black isn't it? Hehe

SHMBO = She Who Must Be Obeyed........

My Golf GTI is Blue Graphite with Latte Mocchiata leather, DSG.

Dealer told us that had we ordered a week later than we did, we would not have seen the car till next year. I recall reading somewhere that worldwide production of Polo for 2011 was sold out during January. Our car was build in the RHD March production run.

I seems that Polo GTI (Polo anything for that matter) is a rare vehicle on the roads in Aus. I have only spotted a couple of them around the traps, and I'm based in Wheelers Hill, a VW "stronghold".

[GTI JOE]

Hey Guys, picked up my beasty babe in Mildura yesterday and drove it back to Melbourne just now.....600Km of pure adrenalin ..although there were lots of plods on the road, I did manage to fang it lots of times. Very quick and sturdy on the road and twisties. Heaven.... and I'm still smilin

[way]

Hey Guys, picked up my beasty babe in Mildura yesterday and drove it back to Melbourne just now.....600Km of pure adrenalin ..although there were lots of plods on the road, I did manage to fang it lots of times. Very quick and sturdy on the road and twisties. Heaven.... and I'm still smilin

Congrats! Best colour and option combo if I may say so myself haha. You've done more k's than me already and you have had it, what, one day? Lol

[Frostee]

Hey Guys, picked up my beasty babe in Mildura yesterday and drove it back to Melbourne just now.....600Km of pure adrenalin ..although there were lots of plods on the road, I did manage to fang it lots of times. Very quick and sturdy on the road and twisties. Heaven.... and I'm still smilin

Congratulations Joe. I'm the same as you. Really love this car and as posted previously it is better than I remember from whern I did a test drive. Feels rock solid on the road. I love the steering wheel and the whole feel of the car. It reeks of qulaity and solidity of build.

What are your thoughts re the glass on the windows? I reckon they're tinted fine and there is no way I will be tinting further.

[GTI mk6]

Hey Guys, picked up my beasty babe in Mildura yesterday and drove it back to Melbourne just now.....600Km of pure adrenalin ..although there were lots of plods on the road, I did manage to fang it lots of times. Very quick and sturdy on the road and twisties. Heaven.... and I'm still smilin

Congratulations also to you GTI Joe
A 600k cruise, what a great way to get to know your new “beasty babe" hehe love it!
The wait is finally over.
Just a shame that Gavs couldn't have been part of the trio (like he so should have been) But now I am OT, this is your moment, so keep enjoying it, good to hear

[GTI JOE]

Congratulations Joe. I'm the same as you. Really love this car and as posted previously it is better than I remember from whern I did a test drive. Feels rock solid on the road. I love the steering wheel and the whole feel of the car. It reeks of qulaity and solidity of build.

What are your thoughts re the glass on the windows? I reckon they're tinted fine and there is no way I will be tinting further.

Thanks Frostee and to all you other guys on the forum for your thoughts. I think the car is just right as it is, for me anyway. So I agree, the car has sufficient tinting and power/performance. Unless you are going to track days, even the ECU upgrade is not necessary. C'mon Gav, just need you man to finish the Los Trios Rimbarcus

[Frostee]

Thanks Frostee and to all you other guys on the forum for your thoughts. I think the car is just right as it is, for me anyway. So I agree, the car has sufficient tinting and power/performance. Unless you are going to track days, even the ECU upgrade is not necessary. C'mon Gav, just need you man to finish the Los Trios Rimbarcus

I'll still consider tuning, but will be looking for benefits other than just power. One thing I have notices is the lag when starting off. It's only momentary but noticeable. If a tuning investment would address that I'd be keen.