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YenPxxx

01-23-2006, 12:51 AM

Mainy

01-23-2006, 03:54 AM

I've recently switched from an Audi TT but I suppose that doesn't count as its still a VAG product. Infact my last 5 cars have been either VWs or Audis :cool:

jeromy

01-23-2006, 10:40 AM

Hey i'm coming from the darkside.. BMW lol!! Actually I don't think its much of a change, the E36s should be similar to the Mk5. You know, a small nice handling box. Cant wait for these cars to arrive around me

99swift99

01-23-2006, 10:41 AM

I've got an A3 right now but not having much fun with it. Willing to trade-in and take a hit on the car for the GTI right now so I'll be joining you guys soon. :headbang:

Mainy

01-23-2006, 03:45 PM

I've got an A3 right now but not having much fun with it. Willing to trade-in and take a hit on the car for the GTI right now so I'll be joining you guys soon. :headbang:

I ran an A3 1.8T Sport 5 years ago before my TT. I loved my A3, it was the first car that I modded and weent on the track with :thumbup:

jonathansargent

01-24-2006, 10:29 AM

Yep I'm new to VW. My current car (I am picking up my Golf in two weeks) is a Toyota Celica T Sport- which is a lot of fun - valve lift at 6200 revs and goers on up to aboput 8500. Think I will have to get used to driving a bit differntly. But the Golf really impresed me on my test drive - plus there's space in the back for people - not legless children!

I have loved my Celica - but its time to move on - and I am really looking forward to it...:thumbup:

MKThree

01-24-2006, 10:41 AM

Those of you coming from other cars are gonna absolutely love the Golf, guaranteed.

hipstomper

01-24-2006, 02:56 PM

Jumping ship from the Honda hatchback world to the VW hatchback world and I hope it's a good decision :) Not a fan of the newest Civics but really fond of the new Golfs

ChalkyWhite

01-24-2006, 03:38 PM

Used to drive an MG MGF 1.8 152bhp Variable valve non-turbo. 0-60 about 7 secs dead, but makes a lot of noise to get there. Pretty reliable for a Brit car, MGs get unfair press which helped lead to their untimely demise.

The GTI is effortless, plenty of torque thanks to the turbo and FSI combination. :burnrubber:

My wife now drives the MG, but I borrow it from time to time to enjoy rear-wheel drive antics! :smile:

MAlby7

01-24-2006, 04:11 PM

I'm in a 2000 Ford Focus right now and man will this GTI be a step up for me!

ChalkyWhite

01-25-2006, 01:49 PM

I'm in a 2000 Ford Focus right now and man will this GTI be a step up for me!

My mate drives a Focus RS over here in Blighty, it's a smidge quicker than the GTi, and looks the part with all those bodywork mod's, but it's renowned for its torque-steer, with all that power going through front wheels, bit like the new Vauxhall Opel Astra VXR - 240bph (Boxster territory! :eek: )

Cheers, Chalky

illusion

01-26-2006, 12:54 AM

kazyce

01-26-2006, 02:20 AM

Dirty Pucka

01-26-2006, 03:07 AM

Had various motors over the years, always had a couple of old classic Volkswagens (currently these are a Beetle & Karmann Ghia)

I'm going from a 1.9 TDi (100 BHP) Polo to the new GTI, my Polo has more torque and quicker 0-60 than the Polo GTI so its certainly not slow but I can't wait for that 200 bhp:thumbsup:

One of my favourite non Volkswagen was the Vauxhall Calibra 4x4 2.0 Turbo, I had it direct from Vauxhall, didn't realise but it was chipped and pumped out around 280 bhp and it was seriously quick! Trouble was the engine just wasn't upto it, at around 40,000 miles I had problems with the 4 x 4 system and engine management - hence why I sold it:wink:

101st_IanC

01-26-2006, 11:26 AM

I have just sold my Audi TT as my first child is due in 7 weeks

Before that I had an Audi A3 1.8T.

I have also had a Mark I and a Mark III Golf

I had a Peugeot 205 GTI many years ago which was huge fun.. until the engine expired at 135,000 miles

99swift99

01-26-2006, 12:44 PM

loft

01-27-2006, 02:47 PM

Im coming in from a Nissan, ughhhh. This will actually be my first VW, but i've used to own a BMW a long long time ago.

Rovman

01-28-2006, 06:38 AM

I actually am coming from an 03' Mitsu EVO. I sold it to a friend that HAD to have it so, I sold it to him. Now the GTI is my new weapon of choice. To be honest though I am not new to VW products though. I owned a 91' G60 Corrado, 2000 Passat, Audi Allroad 2.7T wagon, Audi A4 quattro (wifes car). As much as I loved my Mitsu I just always missed a good quality cockpit to sit in. I was actually in the market for a Lotus Exige and was going to get a beater to drive during the week. Since this car has become available(finally!!!) I decided to get my daily driver 1st, then in a year or so get the Exige or stretch a bit and get a used 911 GT3 I would LOVE to have.

drunkenmaster

01-28-2006, 09:32 AM

I'm coming from a Japanese car too. Looking forward to German engineering and quality. :thumbsup: Probably trading it in instead of private party sale

z3speed4me

02-12-2006, 04:26 AM

commin from a bmw...so im stayin german, they make everything the best

MyFast

02-12-2006, 04:56 AM

Comming from a Dodge SRT-4...first Euro:biggrin: btw, i see so many specs for this car that im not sure what to believe. Does anyone know the actual 1/4 mile of this MK V? Also before anyone flames i watched most of those 5th gear vids on here and nothing was said.

joffangti

02-12-2006, 06:37 AM

I came from VW Golf GTI Mk 4 2.0 115 bhp,used to have an Audi A2 1.4 SE and a Fiat Punto Active Sport.
All nice but nothing compared to the Mk 5 GTI,

newtogolf

02-12-2006, 07:17 AM

currently driving an old vauxhall banger around. but in under a week, a golf 1.4 s will be mine. i reckon 6 years down the line it will be the R32 golf, which is faster than a GTI.

chopstik

02-12-2006, 12:52 PM

currently driving an old vauxhall banger around. but in under a week, a golf 1.4 s will be mine. i reckon 6 years down the line it will be the R32 golf, which is faster than a GTI.

coming from bmw....used to have a 330, currently an m3........not VW but still german.....can't wait to get one

newtogolf

02-12-2006, 12:54 PM

why would u want to go from M3 -> golf? i would have thought the m3 is way better!

vdubGTi

02-12-2006, 01:31 PM

Currently i am driving an 04 GTI 1.8T but the mkV is way much better in all aspects.

kidkusu

02-12-2006, 02:33 PM

newbie here, i pick up my V on Monday. Had a 91 GTI bout 6 years ago and absolutly loved it. I will be trading in the infamous HEMI for my new GTI. Had the Dodge Magnum RT 340 HP 390 FT LB of torque. Had to get away from Dodge, the car kept having to many unexcusable problems.

engine1navy

02-12-2006, 05:58 PM

I own a Honda at the moment, and have always been a fan of Hondas (You can't deny they build solid cars) but for the money this new GTI is a steal with all the great features. I'll soon be a VW convert :thumbsup:

MK5GTI

02-12-2006, 09:37 PM

I currently drive a 2003 Mitsubishi Verada AWD. It's basically the same as the Diamante but l believe the Diamante was not available in North America with All Wheel Drive.

It's a great car, but now l want to downsize.

The GTi is my choice, now all l have to do is wait for the September delivery.

adams06gti

02-12-2006, 10:08 PM

Dodge SRT-4. Had it for 3 years. Time for something else. DSG pulling me in strong.

MyFast

02-12-2006, 10:37 PM

Dodge SRT-4. Had it for 3 years. Time for something else. DSG pulling me in strong.
were you on the srt forums adam?

HydroGTI

02-13-2006, 04:46 AM

never owned a VW but my friend has the mk4 GTI 1.8t and i like the pull, stock on stock its pulls hard from my v6 eclipse

Peteman187

02-13-2006, 06:16 PM

Comming from audi a4 turbo. Chip, exhaust, boost controller, 710n, hfc, msd ignition, springs, shocks, sway bars, girlls, lights, subs, tints lbah blah.

Its gonna be weird starting all back over.

revo is looking good though

Im gonna miss quattro

GTI2007

02-13-2006, 06:25 PM

My previous and also first car was a Audi 80
My present car is a Golf 4 SDI
My future car will be a Golf 5 GTI

So all my cars are from the VAG-group

adams06gti

02-14-2006, 01:18 AM

were you on the srt forums adam?

Yes. Still am but don't visit much anymore. Got tired of the same old discussions.

encee

02-14-2006, 01:35 PM

I`ve come from a Subaru Impreza STI, with Prodrive Performance Pack on board.

It was a VERY quick car, but I wanted a complete change, for various reasons, and the Mk V GTI fitted the bill perfectly..............especially as it`s now been re-mapped to 245 bhp, and 290 ft/lbs of torque.

I am so impressed with this car, being the first VW I have ever owned BTW, and I can see me swapping it for the Mk VI GTI only :biggrin:

Herby

02-14-2006, 02:05 PM

1st car was a honda accord (83) that was my mothers', then to a 86 Nissan 300zx as a b-day gift and finally when I saved enough money, I bought a 62 Beetle. I have the 62 and the 300zx now but the 300zx is sitting in the back and I'm trying to get rid of it. Waiting until next year when I can possibly get the GTI (but there is no way I'm gonna get rid of my beetle:bow: )

So I guess I've been a VW lover for a very long time but only an owner for almost a year now:thumbup:

mk1-fan

02-15-2006, 09:41 AM

why would u want to go from M3 -> golf? i would have thought the m3 is way better!

Well, I'm coming from a C32. The C32 is quicker - that's all. The GTI does everything else much better. The steering, handling and the overall feel of the car is just that much sharper and more driver orientated than the C32. Also, the levels of MB service in SA is appalling to say the least. In the 2 years I had the C32, it went to the dealership about 10 times for various problems. They just don't give a damn about you as the customer. Anyway, after the GTI has been chipped I will have the same straightline performance as the C32.

Before the C32 I have owned a lot of VW's.

Tricky

02-15-2006, 10:59 AM

I'm coming from a 96 Chevy Blazer...yes...sad I know. This GTI will be the first car that I wanted to drive instead of needing to drive. My car arrives at the dealer on Sat....boy I can't wait. For now I'll go back to reading more reviews, watching more videos, and getting pissed off that it's going to be in Fast and the Furious 3.

kuhla

02-15-2006, 08:37 PM

I'm coming from a 96 Chevy Blazer...yes...sad I know.

sad?? lol I'm coming from an 00 Ford Ranger XL lol, otherwise I'm doin all the same :biggrin: we in the same boat :barf:

Sauceboy01

02-15-2006, 10:48 PM

Well, I'm coming from a C32. The C32 is quicker - that's all. The GTI does everything else much better. The steering, handling and the overall feel of the car is just that much sharper and more driver orientated than the C32. Also, the levels of MB service in SA is appalling to say the least. In the 2 years I had the C32, it went to the dealership about 10 times for various problems. They just don't give a damn about you as the customer. Anyway, after the GTI has been chipped I will have the same straightline performance as the C32.

Before the C32 I have owned a lot of VW's.

A gti will not give you the same straightline performance chipped as your C32.. we're talking 350HP compared to maybe 245 in a chipped Gti..

Herby

02-15-2006, 11:13 PM

But aren't C32's heavier? Weight does play a big role

mk1-fan

02-17-2006, 04:44 AM

A gti will not give you the same straightline performance chipped as your C32.. we're talking 350HP compared to maybe 245 in a chipped Gti..

I beg to differ. 2 of my friends has chipped GTI's with about 240-250hp. The one guy raced an M3 (which has the same perf as the C32), and was ahead until about 220. After that the M3 was quicker. The C32 is not only heavier (1650kg vs 1350kg), but it also loses more power because it is rwd. And though it is supercharged, it loses out more at altitude (about 5000ft above sea level) than the GTI. My C32 was much quicker at the coast than at altitude. At a drag racing event last year this guy (chipped GTI) ran a 14.4. That's about the same M3's run here. I know it is a lot slower than in the US, but have crappy fuel here.

GTi Crow

02-17-2006, 05:03 AM

The list of cars is endless (at least 15 and some are just a distant memory), but the last 3 I guess are relevant in that only one was comparable to the Mk V Gti I now drive.

Liberty was the latest - wife's choice
Before the Liberty - Subaru WRX - my choice
Before the WRX - Holden Berlina - just happened.

Gti is by far the best out of that lot.

GolfUberAlles

02-18-2006, 11:14 PM

I am currently driving a Subaru. I love their cars, but I must return to my German roots.

:evil:

Cars I have owned:

72 914 Porsche
84 VW Jetta Turbo Diesel
87 944 Porsche
87 325 BMW
94 VW Golf III
03 Subaru Legacy

JJ-R32

02-18-2006, 11:19 PM

I am currently driving a Subaru. I love their cars, but I must return to my German roots.

Welcome to the site! Everyone comes back to their germany roots sooner or later :headbang:

Skim Diesel

02-19-2006, 01:38 AM

newbie here, I'm converting from 2000 Nissan Maxima SE. Previous to this I had the 98 Integra GSR v-tec. I've always wanted a GTI. I've had mine for 2 weeks and it's been awesome. the car is just so fun to drive. Now I'm making up excuses to run errands to the market for crying out loud. My wife think's I'm nuts.

CalBoyTex

02-19-2006, 01:54 AM

I might be switching from a Cobalt SS/SC to a gti.... im falling for a german car... lol im a benz man really... but the cobalt isnt fun anymore...

Bouston

02-19-2006, 02:16 AM

Here's my list of cars:

96 Kia Sephia - traded for Alero
00 Oldsmobile Alero - Started having too many problems
03 Chevy Monte Carlo SS - Still not sure why I bought this car/traded for WRX
03 Subaru WRX - totaled by some kid driving his mom's car :mad:
01 Turbo Lexus IS300 - waiting to see if insurance company says it's totaled or not :confused:

If the Lex is totaled I'm going to purchase a MkV GTI & mod the heck out of it :thumbup: .

shadezofgray

02-20-2006, 02:54 PM

To all the cars I've loved before:

73 VW Beetle (red)
72 VW Karmann Ghia convertible (orange)
87 Toyota Supra (blue)
91 Honda CRX Si (teal)
93 BMW 325is coupe (red)
97 Honda Civic EX coupe (green)
99 Honda Accord EX V6 coupe (black)
01 BMW 325Ci coupe (silver)
03 Honda Accord EX V6 sedan (silver)
90 Mazda Miata - hobby car (white)
99 Ford Mustang GT convertible - hobby car (black)

In 12 weeks I'll be part of the VW family again after a 17 year absence when my GTI arrives...

-shadezofgray

CalBoyTex

02-20-2006, 03:27 PM

^ wow what a list, you went through alot of cars

shadezofgray

02-21-2006, 08:43 PM

It's a sickness...

I'm not proud of it.
:iono:

ToucheTurtle

02-21-2006, 09:05 PM

I've been an abosolute Civic Si fanatic since the CRX but when i drove the MK5 GTi i fell in love with it now i have to have one.

mattyice

02-21-2006, 09:22 PM

first car was a 2001 mustang GT vert., traded that for a 04 SRT-4 that would eat some 01 and older cobras for breakfast, that was totalled and now im driving another 04 SRT black on black with about 400 WHP on pump thats going through a rebuild, currently i drive a 2003 envoy for a winter car and not too sure on the GTi yet im pleased but nothing will repleace my black SRT-4 unless i make the jump to an S4 TT or a supra TT

h82bslo

02-24-2006, 01:52 AM

prior vehicle= wrx wagon (totalled)
present vehicles=
05 subaru legacy outback 2.5 turbo and the 06 gti.
first time driving a volkswagen. at first it was the other half's idea but when i drove the gti i couldn't believe how well it felt. from the shifting of the gears to the fit and finish. feels very nice and solid. not to mention the fun to drive factor.
05 subaru for the kids (our two dogs) and the 06 gti when we are by ourselves.

Dan GSR

07-18-2006, 10:50 PM

1. 1995 Honda Accord
2. 1996 Acura Integra
3. 1995 Acura Integra
getting United Grey, manual, package 0, on 7/21

DBCPerformance

07-18-2006, 10:56 PM

i am coming from a Mini Cooper S

agpatel

07-18-2006, 10:57 PM

Came from a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder and 1998 Nissan Maxima (as you see i was a Nissan Person)

Still drive them when i go home on the weekends just for fun....but i feel like i am cheating on my babbie...

NoRegrets78

07-18-2006, 11:32 PM

Started american, went to a long line of hondas, then back to american but not by choice...kinda was what was avail after my bk...then this...my first VW...LOVING IT!!!

1988 Ford Taurus LX - first ride, Ford POS!
1997 Honda Civic DX Sedan - lease
1999 Honda Accord EX Coupe - lease
2002 RSX Type-S ABP - traded
2004 Honda Element EX FBP - Don't ask
1995 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Coupe Black - SOLD
1995 GMC Jimmy SLE 4x4 Black
-Charcoal frosted silver stripes - traded

2006 Volkswagen GTI MKV Candy White w/DSG

revaudi

07-18-2006, 11:33 PM

vwGTI5

07-18-2006, 11:46 PM

Coming from a modified BMW 325 (325icam/Dinan chip etc.), 1978 Saab 99.
Currently own a 2001 Subaru Forester, 1992 BMW 325i.
Patiently waiting for the delivery of the 6 speed GTI in 3 to 4 months.

Parrothead

07-18-2006, 11:52 PM

im coming from a modified 1999.5 Nissan Maxima SE-L.. only thing I miss about it is the attention she got!

http://www.v6atlanta.com/justin/alessios%20006.jpg

BlackmagicMKV

07-18-2006, 11:55 PM

This is my first water cooled vw

zerogt86

07-19-2006, 12:29 AM

i had a 95 accord, but some kid totalled it. yay for me! i definatly can see myself owning more VAG cars in the future.

fast greg

07-19-2006, 01:48 AM

im comin from a 96 ford taurus. i just sold it last week and now i happily drive a 2006 MkV.

Mateya49

07-19-2006, 01:53 AM

I currently have a 2001 Lincoln LS and a 1972 Mach 1. I just got my United Grey MK V last week.

Drew

dubbunit

07-19-2006, 02:33 AM

my first car was a '95 325i BMW, with M3 bodykit and 18" rims, and custom audio.

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/7/web/475000-475999/475728_40_full.jpg:wub:

after i wrecked that i drove a busted up '94 Chevy Corsica ...:thumbdown:

yea..

now i have an '06 United Gray and i wouldnt want anything else :thumbup:

ConnerrySER04

07-19-2006, 09:08 AM

I had Civic SI's and EX's for most of the 90's, then bagged a revamped SR20 in the from of a 2000 Sentra SE. That was totaled by a 90 year old fart, so I reluctantly went to a SE-R Spec-V, which I ended up really enjoying for the 2 years I spent with her. Until the day I test drove the MKV, which haunted the driver in me so badly, I nearly risked my 3 relationship to get it.

Man...I'm glad it all eventually worked out for the best....I would've REALLY missed that girl. :tongue:

ndccpf1

07-19-2006, 09:20 AM

Wanted the smaller, tossable, 2.0FSI characteristics

bennylenny88

07-19-2006, 10:45 AM

the car i learned to drive in was the toyota corolla.. the gears were a little sticky.. and my dad taught me in the daihatsu sirion.. what a car!! it was a semi auto and i loved the speed i could get out of it. the newer versions sucks visually.. it was the 1.3 f speed and i was gonna have that but got the golf instead!

mike1947

07-19-2006, 10:54 AM

I drove Japaneses cars for over 25 years before I got my 06 GTI (DSG). Now I feel totally happy, partcularly with my timing with getting in on the 2006 GTI.:headbang:

bennylenny88

07-19-2006, 10:55 AM

did ya try out the Sirion? what a car!

seung

07-19-2006, 11:10 AM

first vw here.

my old cars were-
miata, z3, 2 subarus and s2000.

ewoo

07-19-2006, 11:20 AM

I've been into the GTI for aslong as I can remember. I'm currently driving a 1990 Mazda Miata (first car, 16th birthday gift to myself). Great first car, had lots of fun with it and definetly got my moneys worth ($800 :p) out of it. I've now saved up enough money to put down a decent payment but I'm waiting for all the hype to settle down a bit because the local dealer here thinks he can screw people with a $3000 mark up. As much as I want a GTI right now, I think I can wait a few more months for a good deal. I had my dad test drive it for his approval and he approved. GTI coming to illusion in July.

That's cool. You're patience will definitely pay-off.

I'd hate to say it though, you'll miss the Miata's handling. (Which, btw, is ther perfect car to learn how to really drive well.) The GTI is a FWD so it's not nearly as "tossable" as your NA---especially on the track.

However, you'll get addicted to the torque and plush cabin. The German engineering is pretty tight too. (But makes it more expensive to do your own maintenance work!)

Honestly, the VW's I've owned in the past were junk. I'm glad they've got their act together with the new Golf/GTI. This car is a gem.

katie

07-19-2006, 12:07 PM

I had a 03 C230k. Had way too many problems BUT had an 02 GTI before that thing was totaled by my brother.

Gtiguy182

07-19-2006, 12:25 PM

Im commin from a 2002 vw Gti 1.8t and before that a nice 1985 Rabbit...Love VW

linenoyz

07-19-2006, 01:11 PM

First car was a '97 Chevy Cavalier. Traded that in for my '02 Camaro SS (which I still have). Just bought my '06 GTI last week and I love it. Best car I've had so far, even though it has half the power of the SS.

chukbuch

07-19-2006, 11:54 PM

Sold my '02 M3 2 months ago and got on list for '07 CW. Decided to go "affordable" but something that's still a blast to drive and good everyday. Due to pick up on 08-14, pretty damn excited.

Porschephile 924

07-20-2006, 03:20 AM

if and when I buy the GTI, I'll be coming from Porsche...

keviiiiin

07-20-2006, 04:32 AM

Currently own a 2005 scion tc that im going to be putting up for sale soon. Before that i had a 2000 mustang. the GTI will be my 3rd car, and my first VW :)

Mayoman

07-20-2006, 10:13 AM

1. 1982 VW Rabbit - 1st car
2. 1984 Honda CRX
3. 1972 Datsun 240Z - repairable
4. 1988 Toyota MR2
5. 1995 Honda Civic - 1st new car
6. 2000 Volkswagen GTI VR6
7. 2002 Audi A4
8. 2003 Infiniti FX35
9. 2005 Acura TL

and now the GTI. Keeping this one for awhile.
Other vehicle is a 2004 Chevy Silverado Crew Cab, wife drives.

Gotta love the Datsun/Nissan Z cars. My car list
1986 Nissan Maxima (lived long good life)
1984 Nissan 300ZX Turbo Anniversary Edition

Getting a CW Rabbit 5-speed, hopefully it comes in this Week. I was/am a Nissan man, I got the rabbit cuz it seemed the best option between price/option/sportyness/looks, and i needed a car i can drive in the winter and somthing i don't have to worrie about. I have always liked previous golfs, I hope this car can live up to my expectations.

The whole VW thing is just untill I can get back into a Z car.

jaydubz

07-20-2006, 10:28 AM

I came from a Mazda 6s Hatch 5speed. It was fun at first but after a long list of fixes and problems the car become more of a hassle than it was worth!

kirk180

07-20-2006, 10:53 AM

I've been a VW owner for a while now and really haven't driven anything else. Are there lots of ppl here who are driving their first VW or first Golf? I'm curious what made you switch. I'm telling you though once you own the Golf u'll be hooked on it for life. :bow: Get ready for an obsession. :wub:I thought I was going to be hooked on the Honda Prelude for life too. And then there was the Civic for life. Then there was the Jeep for life. Hmmm....I see a pattern here. It's my first VW. But if I know me, I'll move on.

RedlineMotorworks

07-20-2006, 11:45 AM

I'm coming from a 2003 Dinan Tuned 325ci. Loved the sound and looks of it...

http://img522.imageshack.us/img522/3666/5kg3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

but...

I like the GTI more:biggrin: Love the seats, love the power, love the rarity:cool:

07mkvgti

07-20-2006, 04:44 PM

I've been at several ends of the spectrum now...i own an MKV now but my first car was an american made Olds Cutlass, then i had a Civic, but that got stolen.

RJS5689

07-20-2006, 04:47 PM

Gotta love the Datsun/Nissan Z cars. My car list
1986 Nissan Maxima (lived long good life)
1984 Nissan 300ZX Turbo Anniversary Edition

Getting a CW Rabbit 5-speed, hopefully it comes in this Week. I was/am a Nissan man, I got the rabbit cuz it seemed the best option between price/option/sportyness/looks, and i needed a car i can drive in the winter and somthing i don't have to worrie about. I have always liked previous golfs, I hope this car can live up to my expectations.

The whole VW thing is just untill I can get back into a Z car.
WHy did you ditch the TL, it is one fun car.
I came from using my mothers G35.

steeevo

07-20-2006, 04:51 PM

ferrari enzo

Mayoman

07-20-2006, 04:51 PM

WHy did you ditch the TL, it is one fun car.
I came from using my mothers G35.

TL?? if you mean an acura, never had one. I don't want to loose the Z, but its time to move on.

Finnegan

07-20-2006, 04:58 PM

1992 Plymouth Duster, Red 3.0L V6 M5 (inherited from my father in March 2001 when I turned 16) "The hosscat"
-Sold to Aunt

1996 Camaro, Black 3.8L V6 A4 (Purchased for $7,950 in October 2001 with my savings)
-Sold to sister

2001 Pontiac Formula Firehawk, Black 5.7L V8 M6 (Sold the Camaro to my sister who had just turned 16 for $7,000. Purchased in May 2003 for $18,000 with 19k miles, 2 weeks before graduating high school with a loan and down payment from the Camaro)

1998 Chevrolet Blazer, Bronze 4.3L V6 A4 (Given to me by my mother to use as a daily/winter driver when I went to college in Fall of 2003)
-Traded for Civic

1996 Honda Civic EX, Red 1.6L I4 M5 (Traded Blazer for Civic in Spring of 2004)
-Sold to father

2002 Chevrolet Silverado Z71 Ext. Cab (Sold Civic to my father to make down payment, purchased for $22,000 to use for our photography business)
-Sold to mother when gas reached $2.50

-Sold the Firehawk to a kid in Texas

-Currently driving the Civic on loan from my father until I can get a new car

jerm5

07-20-2006, 06:49 PM

i used to own a 2004 g35, I loved that car until that tree took her away from me, but i have to say i love this car more (GTI MKV)

GTIWolf23

07-20-2006, 09:50 PM

I'm going to be switching from Honda to VW. I'm tired of Hondas, its time I move over to the People's Car.

rossco63

07-21-2006, 01:18 AM

It's true, you do return to Deutschland sooner or later.
I sold my trusty '91 Corolla and bought the MkV. My first new car in 20 years. I've had a '65 Mustang, '79 Dodge van, '71 Audi 100LS, '89 VW Fox GL, '79 Dasher wagon, '75 Chevy Luv, '85 Nissan pickup, and still have the family truckster: '96 Mercury Villager. Looking back, I can see that I've owned a lot of crappy cars. :iono:

RJS5689

07-21-2006, 01:20 AM

TL?? if you mean an acura, never had one. I don't want to loose the Z, but its time to move on.
humph, it would be nice if i clicked "quote" on the right poster next time...

Kal

07-21-2006, 02:16 AM

This is my first golf. Previous car was a suzuki swift GTi which I had for 11 years.

The reason I chose the golf was because it is quite spacious for a small car, and it was better equipped than the other cars I looked at.

VWinAK

07-21-2006, 02:21 AM

i have never owned a VW in my life. I had to sell my truck (nicely euiped, 20s, lowered etc) because it ate way too much gas. I did alot of research and decided on the GTI. I will take possession of my 2007 gti dsg with the 18" huffs and votex body kit late in august...cant wait

andymk5

07-21-2006, 05:52 AM

Had a Renault Clio (French cars are crap- poor build quality). I learnt to drive in a Golf MKIV. Now i own a Golf there is no way im changing it for anything else unless it's a VW.

MK12245

08-10-2006, 11:09 PM

MY new 5 hr. old Rabbit replaces a Saturn Vue Redline.
I try to stay away, but VeeDubs keep calling me back.
1st car 1966 - 57 beetle. Later in life, 83 GTI, 85 GTI, 92 GTI, 99 Passat ,
2002 GTI, and now a plan old Rabbit. Must be getting old.

mre212

08-10-2006, 11:45 PM

04 mini cooper s. Fun and fast but too small for me

Toolman

08-10-2006, 11:48 PM

first gen gmc v8 s-15 pickup.

icculus

08-11-2006, 03:59 AM

'69 mustang gt. 351 ford gt40 racing engine, automatic, big boy cam shift, glass pack exhaust

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/9017/skippyeastshoreparkingrh0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/7179/skippyatknottspq0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/8913/thebeastno8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/6269/sideofskipingrass2nk9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/6035/interiorlargety8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

two 12" jbl GTi (go figure) subs driving straight into the cab of the car, firing directly into the back seats (removed most of the foam from the seats) each with thier own amp, 8" drivers in the doors, gti component system firing up from the floor.

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/2082/largetrunksetupqd8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/4615/rightjblampjc1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

and the pops 69 mach 1 (he just dropped in a 427, tuned for the track, his car just PULLS now, even off the line)

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/6293/bothcarsingrass3nc6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Nikos147

08-11-2006, 07:00 AM

I own an Alfa Romeo 147...

http://img147.imageshack.us/img147/8721/a147dashdy4.th.png (http://img147.imageshack.us/my.php?image=a147dashdy4.png) http://img83.imageshack.us/img83/729/alfafrontnz9.th.png (http://img83.imageshack.us/my.php?image=alfafrontnz9.png) http://img83.imageshack.us/img83/1618/alfarearbv1.th.png (http://img83.imageshack.us/my.php?image=alfarearbv1.png)

I am thinking of the GTI cause of the amazing engine, torque, re-sale value and reliability.

From the last I am having some problems with my Alfa...

izzygti

08-11-2006, 09:50 AM

Evo IX... Prior that IS350, then Scion XB, then Infiniti FX35, then BMW330i, Benz E350 (still have it), E320, Toyota Matrix, Lex IS300. I've had all those before but by far as an overall everyday, sometimes performance car, this is the best by far. Yah, my wife tells me that I change cars to much. I said really?

bcaciopp

08-11-2006, 10:50 AM

Nice classic icculus ! Seems like you turned over a new leaf with the MkV

In 87- '85 golf gti

In 91 - 87 gti

In 98 - 96 mercury mystique V6

In 04 - 03 ford focus Svt

Sept 06 - 07 MkV !!! and BTW, Im 38 years old... my first new car!!!!

GTIHalifax

08-11-2006, 10:52 AM

I'm 32 years old and this is my very first car. I think I made the right choice. I love it.

Brigand

08-11-2006, 01:39 PM

My history of cars:

94 Toyota Tercel - Had to take an emergency trip to Bend, OR. Fell asleep at wheel, woke up and wrapped her around a tree :frown:

95 Toyotal Tercel - Younger brother now drives this one lol

00 Honda Civic Si - Very fun car, still miss this one, but I traded it in for...

01 Acura Integra Type R - VERY fun car and was quick for what it had in it. Lot of bad attention though.

01 Honda S2000 - Nothing like top down driving on a summer night

and now an 06 MVK GTI. This is the first VW I've ever owned, and it's a very nice change of pace to be inside a car that's quiet, still quick, and a little more civilized. That Type R and S2000 don't even have sound deadening in their interiors lol. The car is just so unassuming as well, so no bad attention anymore, only good from those who know :smile: .

itisagoodname

08-11-2006, 02:54 PM

This GTI is my first brand new car. All my others have cost < 1k or have been hand-me-downs. My first was a 76 Toyota Corolla that could only make it up hills in reverse. Then came a lifted 83 Toyota 4x4 which i got for 700 took it off-roading a ton of times and ran over just aobut everything i could find then sold for 1200. After that i drove around an old 240z to see if i wanted to buy it but changed my mind, then my old bosses RHD mini. I finnaly ended up with a 97 toyota corolla that i managed to put 176k miles on. All i can say to this GTI is wow... I love hatchbacks and have always wanted a GTI. Im glad i waited for the mkv!

GrayGTI06

08-11-2006, 03:59 PM

Traded a Nissan Spec-V for the GTI and never looked back. So much better. Had the Spec for 2 years and had $1500 into it bolt-ons, springs, wheels and never was able to get traction to break into the 14's. My first run in the GTI got a 14.9 stock.

L-Dub

08-11-2006, 04:22 PM

Here my list (none were bought new, the GTI is my first new car :thumbup: )

'79 Honda Civic hatchback (rust bucket, had to use duct tape to pass inspection)

'83 Chevy Cavalier (I'll never buy a Chevy again if I can help it :bellyroll: )

'85 Dodge Colt GTS Turbo (this was my first stick, this car was a blast)

'85 Toyota Supra (this car was scary in wet weather :eek: )

'93 Ford Escort GT (I would definitely buy a Ford again, nice car)

'98 Honda Civic EX (nice engine, reliable, :iono: )

'06 VW GTI (the baddest of the bunch :headbang: )

walangij

08-11-2006, 05:40 PM

This is a major improvement from my past 2 cars:

1994 Oldsmoblile Cutlass Ciera -taken by relatives

1997 Buick Park Avenue - the boat- my high mileage car.

The olds was fun to drive, the buick would put me to sleep, but the GTI is amazing compared to them. I've finally found the one.

Drake87

08-11-2006, 06:14 PM

MY FIRST CAR WAS A 89 BMW THEN I HAD A 96 A4 2.8 AND I JUST GOT RID OF MY 99 AUDI A4 2.8 TO GIT MY MKV BUT THIS IS MY FIRST BRAND NEW CAR

icculus

08-11-2006, 07:07 PM

Nice classic icculus ! Seems like you turned over a new leaf with the MkV

Thanks. Yea its a huge transistion going from the stang to a vdub. i was tripping out the whole time with the gti, little things like power windows and sunroofs. i still miss the hell out of that car though, and everytime im back home i take it out for a spin.

qik_shift

08-11-2006, 11:44 PM

Hello all, New to the forum and thought I would share some info on previous cars:
1) 1991 Lancer GSR hatch - great first car. Handled well copped abuse + :biggrin:

2) 1970 Mazda 1300 sedan. Bought with only 30,000 original miles on the clock. Was immaculate and drove like a new car.

3) 2001 Daihatsu Sirion GTvi - nice car but I had neverending problems with it. Gave up on the thing

4) 2001 Nissan 200SX. Has been brilliant. I'll sorely miss the car. Great performance, good fuel economy, but now my lease is coming up, so it's time for a change

5) 1972 Mazda RX3. Bought this as a project car, and is looking awesome. Power is out of this world with a 13b turbo conversion and a long list of other modifications to cope with the power.

I've placed an order on my first European car! A new Golf DSG GTi which will hopefully be delivered over the next month or two. Hopefully I won't be disappointed (I'm sure I won't).

In all honesty, I've been a strong beleiver in Japanese cars, but the Golf GTi is a package that is hard to go past. Here we have the Mazda 3 MPS that has recently been released, however its interior and classiness leaves alot to be desired compared to the Golf.

erupert

08-12-2006, 05:29 PM

75-78 71 Chevy C10 Pickup gas prices ended it's career
78-83 76 VW Rabbit traded in for the 83 GTI
83-90 83 VW Rabbit GTI rear ended at a stoplight
89-04 89 VW Golf wife's car, traded in for a Miata
90-91 89 VW Jetta GLI stolen, never recovered
91-present 91 VW GTI 16V still going, needs headliner, paint, and exhaust
03-05 03 Mazda Miata wife decided she was afraid to drive it, traded in for the 06 GTI
04-present VW GTI 1.8T bought for wife, never any problems!
06-present VW GTI 2.0T my new toy, no problems!

Mark Fx

08-13-2006, 02:29 AM

I came from an '02 MINI Cooper that I bought 4 years ago. I've been a GTI owner since August 1st and haven't missed my MINI at all.

ye old MINI:
http://static.flickr.com/82/213747602_a85ac6a58f_m.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferneaux/213747602/)

Here are a few of the differences:
I can fit 4 - 5 times as many groceries in the boot before having to fold down the seats.
I don't have to worry if the car is going to stall out on me while driving. (a software glitch that seems to affect every year of the MINI)
I don't have to lean forward in my seat & crane my neck to see the traffic signal. (the MINI has a really short windshield.)
The GTI doesn't sound like a piece of plastic that's about to fall apart if I go over small bumps. (i'm talking smaller than those reflector/lane bumps they stick in the roads.)

...those are just a few that I wanted to ramble off with.

I bought/kept the MINI because I've always enjoyed the classic Mini style and attitude.... in retrospect, maybe I shouldn't have. In the early '90s, I owned a VW Fox that never gave me any trouble and have always recommended the VW brand to my $$$ conscious friends. Having grown up in Germany (Bad Kreuznach & Mannheim), I feel a bit biased towards German engineering... so I'm really happy I made the switch back to VW.

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

07mkvgti

08-13-2006, 11:14 AM

I'm coming from a Honda Civic.

callmeammo

08-13-2006, 11:25 PM

03 saturn ion. i got 10 grand as an inheritance so i started looking around for a used gti, almost bought a r32 but it was gone before i got to the dealer. Then a week after that i saw an add for my gti in the paper for 18,500. Turns out i test drove it a week before for 22,500. So i skipped school and bought it then had to deal with my car. It was used with 2270 miles on it. The guy traded it in for a huge lose to buy a truck. i'm a bit worried cause i doubt he took the time to break it in right but there was no other way i was gonna get a new gti so i'm still happy. its a bm with the xm package and 18" huffs.