Decent price for 77TSI DSG?

[nway91]

Hey all,

After spending the past few months wondering the site, picking up information where I can, I'm finally ready to make a decision on purchasing a new 77TSI DSG with the Sports Pack. I've been quoted $24,500 from Masaro Volkswagen (Morwell) for a MY13 model in red. Was looking for the comfort pack too, but unsure it's really worth the extra coin.

Anyone else been able to do better around Melbourne (with or without comfort pack)? Cheers

[team_v]

Wasn't this the DSG that has just been recalled due to failure.
I would make sure the recall has been done on the vehicle.

[Arnold]

Was looking for the comfort pack too, but unsure it's really worth the extra coin.

It's worth it and you can't add it later. Not quite as compelling a deal perhaps as the rear view camera in Mark VI GTIs and Rs, but still fairly compelling.

You'll remember your decision every time it gets dark and every time it rains if you leave it out, but you won't ever think about the cost ($500 still?) again if you option it in.

PS - I acquired my [Polo] TSI second hand and it did not have the Comfort Pack whereas auto lights and rain sensing wipers are standard on our GTI. Upshot is I do not bother turning the lights off if I am parking it at night for short periods. Also, while I say it is compelling as the extra convenience justifies the cost, I think VW is gouging a bit by charging $500 considering how little it must cost to include electronics and sensors providing the additional functionality, i.e. it should be standard!

PPS - I upgrade the CP option from "compelling" to "no-brainer" having read, below, what the CP entails, although it is a shame it does not include auto lights.

[dubstyle]

Is it new? And if so why are you buying a Mk6. Mk7 is only a couple of grand more and its lightyears ahead of the mk6. Mk6 will also depreciate like a lead balloon now that mk7 is available.

[alexaescht]

Why is this thread in the Polo 6R section?

Wait, hang on... Is the OP talking about a 77TSI Polo or Golf VI? The two posts before me have me confused.

[MrDeathLad]

nway91 wants to buy a polo... other people think he wants a golf....

24,500 for dsg with sports pack, imho, is pretty good. for my my12.5 (candy white, 77tsi, dsg, sports, comfort and $755 spoiler) i was quoted ~27k but asked around and got one for 25,380.

and get the comfort pack, those seemingly small features are really worth it (for 500 why not?).

[nomadx38]

Actually for $500 the comfort pack is exceptional value. You only get the dimming rear view mirror, rain sensing wipers (which with this module you can get auto headlights with a simple headlight switch change) and the auto climate control unit but its well worth the money for the technology that's included

Just look at the auto climate control: you go from the old manual mechanical Aircon in which you move the vents by hand through gears and shafts to a fully automatic system which has 7 different fan speeds, and fully electric motorised flaps and vents - not to mention the cool looking screen which just completes the interior. Just those parts together add up to more than $500!

At the end of the day It's probably not something you would look into as far as seeing value, which is a shame. You will only notice these awesome features when you step into a car which doesnt have them. All I can say is I regret never getting the sports/comfort pack as standard, but l learned...

[alexaescht]

which with this module you can get auto headlights with a simple headlight switch change...

Really? Does anyone know where you can buy the auto switch?

nway91 wants to buy a polo... other people think he wants a golf....

Thought so. Thanks.

[readerr0r]

Just FYI comfort pack doesn't include auto lights from factory.
To mod in auto lights you need xenons and comfort, which means its impossible/expensive to get auto lights on a non-GTI model.

But yes, the comfort pack is still worth it.

[Arnold]

nway91 wants to buy a polo... other people think he wants a golf.....

Like the OP, I was referring to the Polo TSI and, in particular, to the manual one that I own.

I don't believe you could even get the Comfort Pack on a Golf 77 TSI . . . 77TDI perhaps, but not the TSI.

PS - as I bought second hand I was not aware entirely sure what CP comprised, but I assumed it was wipers and lights . . . glad to know I am not missing out on auto lights which are very handy on our Golf.

Now I have read of the entirety of the package I would repeat what I said in my earlier post a fortiori.

[cappuccino]

Hey all,

After spending the past few months wondering the site, picking up information where I can, I'm finally ready to make a decision on purchasing a new 77TSI DSG with the Sports Pack. I've been quoted $24,500 from Masaro Volkswagen (Morwell) for a MY13 model in red. Was looking for the comfort pack too, but unsure it's really worth the extra coin.

Anyone else been able to do better around Melbourne (with or without comfort pack)? Cheers

not a dollar more than $23,000 driveaway

you can easily get 77TSI DSG for $21,000

sports pack is 1,500 full price and comfort pack is 500 full price

im in NSW, but should be cheaper in VIC since your drive away costs are lower.

the recall is slamming them hard in terms of sales, so dont be soft, walk out if they dont do better price.
golf sales are down 50%, you might as well pick up a polo GTI or new golf.
when there is blood on the streets great time to buy

recall only affects 2011 built models and before.

2012 onwards have updated mechanronics

p.s. i got 77TSI 2012 during end of calendar year sale 2012 for 21,000 driveaway NSW, they had same offer during end of financial year, and given the recall, i bet you dealers will want to move some stock. all before the recall news

otherwise, wait until Nov for the next round of end of year sales...

dont worry. trust me, these cars are not moving anywhere with the recall fear, they will get desperate.

otherwise, you can even buy in NSW and get delivered in VIC for around $600 transport cost. still save money.

[nway91]

Cheers for all the advice guys, it's all been extremely helpful. This forum has definitely provided myself with a lot of information.

I'm looking at making the purchase this Friday, so I've still got a few days to negotiate. Barloworld have a grey comfort + sports for $25,888 but I'll see what room they have from there.

[amazeer]

Cheers for all the advice guys, it's all been extremely helpful. This forum has definitely provided myself with a lot of information.

I'm looking at making the purchase this Friday, so I've still got a few days to negotiate. Barloworld have a grey comfort + sports for $25,888 but I'll see what room they have from there.

+ 1 for the comfort pack. Think never touching the rear view mirror again. I've never had glare driving at night. Its one of my favourite features of the car. I also love the climate control. I'm on auto 22 degrees all the time. Never touch it. The only things I dont like on the entire car is the phone adapter and the side bolsters on the seat punch me in the ribs on rough roads. But thats the price you pay for having support on winding roads.

[amazeer]

oh and I would like 25mm lower on the rear.

[Barracuda]

+ 1 for the comfort pack. Think never touching the rear view mirror again. I've never had glare driving at night. Its one of my favourite features of the car. I also love the climate control. I'm on auto 22 degrees all the time. Never touch it. The only things I dont like on the entire car is the phone adapter and the side bolsters on the seat punch me in the ribs on rough roads. But thats the price you pay for having support on winding roads.

oh and I would like 25mm lower on the rear.

Couldn't agree more. Pretty much sums-up my thoughts, too. I don't find the side-bolsters uncomfortable, but I can see what you mean about how they protrude a little bit. 25mm lower on the rear would make the car look so much better from a side profile.

I can vouch for the comfort pack, too. The auto-dimming rear-view mirror, rain sensing wipers and climate control are all worth the $500 extra. If you're willing to pay a little more, the Sports Pack also makes the car look much better. The fog lamps with static cornering function are also worth their weight in gold. And you'll never want to part with your Boavista's... Haha

Best of luck with your search! Be sure to post some pictures if you bite one!