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    That's correct: I am comparing one possible place...

    That's correct: I am comparing one possible place to invest $40000 using an example of the make of car one can acquire for $40000 with an example of what one can acquire new for $40,000. The make...
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    New vs Second Hand - Which is better

    So long as you buy well, generally new is better than second hand notwithstanding what is said about car values after being driven off the lot. A lot of that is only true if paying RRP and asking...
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    Probably sound advice but I am just relieved that...

    Probably sound advice but I am just relieved that the engine wasn't firing because when I saw "Starting trouble" I thought Liztoo was referring to me.
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    False floor raises level of boot floor reducing useable capacity

    The false floor is the main cause of the reduced boot capacity in the Golf 7/8 over the Mark VI. But is it really worth it?
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    I am after a professional programmer not a...

    I am after a professional programmer not a hobbyist, per se, so it should not matter which module however, it's the cruise control so an OEM, not VW, component, I presume.
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    Embedded Software Programmer

    Hi

    Anyone here know anyone who would be able to modify embedded computer code on a VW, for instance?

    Thanks
    Arnie
  7. Replace entire drive shaft or CV joint boot?

    My Mark V GTI has just ticked over 100000km. A few months ago my regular mechanic said the boot needed replacing but best to replace the entire drive shaft due to the time it takes to remove and...
  8. Thread: Mk 8 Golf

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    The teaser has proved to be quite close to the...

    The teaser has proved to be quite close to the final, the pre-production cars adopting the line of the rear quarter window.

    Not sure if you ever got that in Monty Hall you win by switching every...
  9. Thread: Mk 8 Golf

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    I do apologise, Dutch; I did not post that photo...

    I do apologise, Dutch; I did not post that photo from June as I presumed everybody would have seen it by now but it would seem to support your theory that the Golf8 will evolve from the 7. I was...
  10. Thread: Mk 8 Golf

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    The Golf8 GTI will have an 1800cc normally...

    The Golf8 GTI will have an 1800cc normally aspirated turbo engine producing 188kw and 450nNm of torque. The tailgate will automatically remain closed if firmly shut and there will be no need to open...
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    Sticky: R/R n/side guard; paint guard, bonnet, n/side...

    R/R n/side guard; paint guard, bonnet, n/side front door; blend into rear n/side door; refit guard, supply and fit GTI badge ... $12000 should stop it. :facepalm:
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    Sticky: Bye, bye, manual GTI due to low sales. But...

    Bye, bye, manual GTI due to low sales.

    But it's self-fulfilling prophecy. Most of the inventory is specified by dealers who believe no one wants a manual so they specify a preponderance - 90% -...
  13. It's a dashboard.

    It's a dashboard.
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    Sticky: Gr33nbastad, I'd be interested to know which...

    Gr33nbastad, I'd be interested to know which transmission you prefer or if your Mark 8 will be manual or DSG.
  15. I am sure you're right. US only; sorted out in...

    I am sure you're right. US only; sorted out in two shakes; and not a big issue for VAG or its shareholders. D'oh!

    It turns out that this is likely to be a much bigger and further-reaching scandal...
  16. All things being equal, now is always a good time...

    All things being equal, now is always a good time to sell a depreciating asset.

    And unless you believe that people are receiving the advertised price for their cars, short the market. It saves...
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    Anyone have to report any kms at which they...

    Anyone have to report any kms at which they replaced their manual's clutch?

    I have recently had mine done in a GTI at ~68000km and it was not cheap . . . about $2300 for a complete replacement...
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    Thanks, Lucas. My mechanic says an aftermarket...

    Thanks, Lucas.

    My mechanic says an aftermarket clutch is $1500. I'll look on ebay.
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    Clutch for GTI manual

    Anyone had any experience repairing the clutch or having the clutch for a 6MT GTI replaced in whole or in part?

    No slipping, but gear selection, especially reverse, has become difficult and...
  20. Thread: VW MY16 Changes

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    What about a sunroof? A completely different...

    What about a sunroof? A completely different driving experience for just 4% more!

    DAP is a wise move.

    I would not get leather but for Mrs Arnold . . . relatively costly, I think, but it's been...
  21. Thread: OEM denvers

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    If only Denvers were capable of laying.

    If only Denvers were capable of laying.
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    As part of the celebrations, will the Hawk grant...

    As part of the celebrations, will the Hawk grant clemency to banned users, many of which were exiled due to the officious and overly-zealous actions of moderators acting due to personal prejudice or...
  23. Thread: gti issuse

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    And also . . . since new, if I stall my GTI,...

    And also . . . since new, if I stall my GTI, typically straight after starting or if I under crank engine and it fails to ignite, the engine sounds like the percussion section of 10cc - rattles,...
  24. Thread: gti issuse

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    I am experiencing stiffer gear changes; harder...

    I am experiencing stiffer gear changes; harder (sometimes impossible) to select a gear.

    2008 GTI manual, 68000km, original brake pads :facepalm:

    Mechanic is intending to check for air in the...
  25. Thread: VW MY16 Changes

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    Always best to negotiate the price of the car...

    Always best to negotiate the price of the car based on "cash, no trade". Only then should you seek a trade-in valuation. That way you know exactly what they are really giving you for your trade-in,...
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