PhilMill

I've just seen the thread above this one regarding extras, all interesting info. Comments on exhaust etc welcome still. Phil

Another question, I've been offered a nice 7.5 with Akrapovic Exhaust, what is the sound difference with this pipe? on my MK7 I used OBD11 to open the valves but cant really say it made much difference, but on the other hand I dont want a pipe that "drones" at motorway speeds or constant throttle, I assume the Akrapovic is valved the same as the Std exhaust? Second question is leather, the car in question also has leather but it seems in the pictures of all the cars I've seen with leather the condition seems to suffer, they look saggy and ruffled in the pictures, is this just an optical illusion?? There are quite a few cars on the market at the moment, all quite high priced due to current situations (my BMW had gone up too) and with varying specs, nothing with everything ng on my wishlist however but thats life. Not sure I really need lane assist or blind spot assist, DCC I think is a must as is Dynaudio, maybe pan roof too. Whats the feeling amongst owners with all the goodies, what would you do without if buying again? Thanks, Phil

Thanks Martin, very helpful. The BM hasn't got adaptive lights, I believe they are amazing. I had the std LED ones. Phil

Intersting, thanks for the info. The lights on my old Mk7 were pretty good actually but I'll live with the difference, anything to get back in a Golf R. Phil

So after running a BMW 3ltr diesel for 6 months I've decided enough is enough... I'm looking at Mk7.5s and trying to get one with a good spec, low miles etc. One question, do the later cars actually have LED lights? some are advertised with them, my BMW has them and they are great so if its an option I'd try to have them Thanks, Phil

As I've got Cadiz wheels I will only get the PS4, is that still the best option??

My dealer keeps telling me its not due yet! you would think they would just take the money.

Interesting that all who have had the Zero's didnt comment on the "tracking" of the car maybe I need to get the geometry checked. However, when I bought the car I was impressed by the straight-line acceleration with no torque steer but after the Pirellis were on I find the car no longer fun to drive. I'll get a new pair of tyres and see how it feels, maybe get the tracking etc checked while its in for tyres. Phil

I understand what your saying, I always try to be sensible when parking but as we know it can happen. Interesting though, the Zeros on my now have amazing rim protection, there is a rib which stick out at least 8mm from the wheel so no chance of damaging the rim!

Thanks, good info.. PS4 it is then. Do the PS4'S have decent rim protection? I dont want to be recutting anymore wheels at the cost they charge! Phil

As the title says, I put a pair on the front and the car is awful now, it follows any lines or repairs marks in the road and if you floor it to overtake its got what feels like the worse torque steer ever, I hate driving it now. I'm going to change the tyres to the back and put something else on the front. One reason for the Pirellis was the nice big rim protector but thats the only good thing I can say about them. Just wondered if anybody has had similar problems. Phil

What do DMS charge for a ECU remap these days?

Warranty is something I wondered about, do I have to ask/apply for extended warranty? and is it worth having?? Phil

So the service has been done, Brake fluid change too. They told me the bonnet insulation isn't covered under warranty and it came back with the key fob battery warning still on the dash and no mention or comment from the dealer. Can't help feeing a bit annoyed, Indy next time for sure. Phil

So my car is coming up for 3 years next month and 12k miles, is there any point in me taking it to VW for the service, will they actually look for any warranty issues I wonder? and what would be due on 3 years service, mileage irrelevant I guess. Thanks, Phil

I'm with you on this, driving back from Gatwick the other night in the rain, the lights were awful, I'm sure my old MK6 had better low beam and it had halogen lights!

I put a pair of Pirelli P Zero on my R, its ruined the car, just feels awful now, hard to keep the wheel straight on hard acceleration. I think I'll have to put these on the back and get something different on the front. I wanted something quieter which these are but at a cost...

This seems like a sensible upgrade, I had it on my MK6, and do miss it now. I'm not sure the lines are that helpful anyway, but thats just my opinion.

I do like the Red, looks better in 3 door I think.

Awesome stance, looks so right to me.

Thats good, I could be interested in doing it myself in that case.

Does it affect the MOT??

Mine just arrived, so tomorrow i'll be playing, just wonder how many of the changes are already done on later cars? I'm about to start reading the OBD thread 😉

Welcome, you'll enjoy the R thats for sure.

Very pretty, those Hondas are a lot of fun 😉