And 4 years later i have managed to get myself one, with the performance pack mind you so Golf R brakes, adaptive cruise control and eco mode as opposed to a sunroof. Wonderful car to have, expensive to run on petrol though, plus it burns through front tyres with the power it has, and that's comparing it to a pre-VAG-Gate diesel with more torque, tyres might be the issue though, budget Bridgestone tyres on a Golf GTi don't make sense.
Hi there Richard. I have the 2012 Beetle that I call the Retro edition due to the two tone interior and I have the retro looking hubcaps on the wheels. It also has the moon roof. I bought it used last year and I notice the roof does not open all the way. It slides back about 2/3 of the opening, if that makes sense. Is that normal? Should it slide all the way open?
bigmamakaboose it is normal for the moon roof to open no further than 2 / 3's of the opening. If the glass panel opened further the hatch would come in contact with the moon roof when both are open.
Richard McAllister Thanks so much for quick response! Ok, that makes sense. My Integra moon roof opens all the way so I just wanted to make sure there wasn't an issue that needed fixing being that I bought it used.
Im 15 but i want a 2012 and some of them doesnt have a arm rest and i love the 2012 since its in my moms budget which of the 2012 beetles have a arm rest so i can know when i ask the dealer
Riana Lawson The base model is the only one that doesn't come with an armrest. The armrest can be purchased from the dealer's parts department and added later if you find a car you like and it doesn't include it.
I enjoyed the review thanks. Two questions regarding the 2015 CC 1. Are you able to control what plays on an iPod by voice control and, 2. how can an iPhone be charged. Thanks
Steve Miller You can say "Music" which starts playing music from the bluetooth connected device but you cannot choose specific tracks. The CC uses an MDI cable which will either be a 30 pin connector for iPhone 4 and earlier or a lightning connector for the current iPhone models. A USB cigarette lighter adapter can be purchased and used as well.
I test drove one of these the other day and the biggest thing I noticed was the handling. When you go around curves, the car doesn't turn along the earth, it rotates the earth on it's axis. My Ford Focus that I'm leasing, rolls sideways and I feel like I'm falling over. This just hugs the road so nicely. I've also driven the new Mazda3, which they say has excellent handling but the GTI was such a huge difference that it made me rethink wanting a Mazda3.
Great review Richard. I rented a regular Golf for a business trip and was surprised how enjoyable it was to drive. I could imagine the GTI would be much more fun. This is coming from a Mustang GT guy, so I am definitely thinking the GTI will be my next car. Pure driving enjoyment.
Does the nav tell you to turn left at the next stop sign, light, etc. Or does it only say "turn left in 20 yards"? I don't like it when Nav's only tell me to 'turn right now' when it's too late.
Dude this video was so good and you showed things that no other review out there showed me. I've been doing a lot of research about the CC and I'm sold after watching this review. So this particular model is the sport plus correct? The one after the entry model (sport)
Hello Richard, I watched your review over and over again and want to say thank you for the detailled feature tour. I ordererd a CC and can't wait to get my hands on it. Thanks to your video I know how to use the buttons without having to read the whole manual! Keep it up, it's been really helpful! Greetings from Germany.
This new sunroof ugly This GPS ugly The last version of GTI It was so much better Only looks nice cuz the LED HEAD LIGHTS that's it I have a 2012 GTI & I have to say the it's much better then this one I'm thinking to move to R
Hey Richard, nice video! I have a question for you sir. I'm a fan of great audio sound in the car and how is the sound of the Dynaudio Excite, the 8 speakers and woofer? I currently have the Bose soundsystem in my Mazda 6 (from 2003) with 6 speakers and a woofer and it still sounds great. My next car probably will be the GTI Mk 7 Performance Pack and I'm curious about the soundsystem. Thanks
i don't recall u saying what model this was, (i might of missed it) but is it the "S", "SE" or "AUTOBAHN" and if this is the AUTOBAHN is their anyway to get navigation on the S or SE models ????? I'm asking because i can't afford the AUTOBAHN model so it would be nice to get nav on the lower base models and having nav is very important to me. thanks
I, personally don't like the heaviness of some steering systems (ie. BMW) and prefer being able to flick a car about without so much effort. But there are obviously those who prefer the greater effort or BMW wouldn't tune their systems to be so heavy.
The performance pack is coming to America but not until about next February. They will start building it week 48 this year. It will have 10 more horsepower, the VAQ mechanical limited slip differential and 17" front disc brake rotors. There will also be an option for adjustable suspension.
Cristian, I am originally from Utah. I grew up in Sandy and lived in Salt Lake City for many, many years. I look forward to helping you with your new VW. I love these cars and love showing them off! Thank you for your comment.
Mileage is variable according to your driving style and where you drive. However, I get reports of 32 mpg on the highways from my customers regularly. I also have heard averages (both city and highway driving) of 26 mpg. The levels are all varied. Mostly, every trim tier adds more luxury items. For example, the Sport Plus adds navigation. The Lux adds a panoramic moonroof and different wheels. The V6 Lux adds Wood and LED internal ambient lighting. The Executive adds cooled seats with massage.
