Introducing the newbies corner

[norts88]

Hi everybody!

Have had our TDi Pacific for about 2 months now and have clocked up over 6000 fantastic klms. The leather trim and heated seats are great and well worth the extra. We have had an issue with some of the windows coming down by themselves. Not much, only about 5 mm, but enough to be a concern. Other than that it is a great car and i look forward to being a member.

Cheers

Norts88

[DaveMack]

Welcome to the forum, Norts. Sounds like you are certainly enjoying the VeeDub experience. :biggrin: How about updating your location so that you can be included in future get-togethers and local relevant info can be passed your way?

Enjoy the forum ... there are a great number of knowledgeable ppl on here who can help you if/when you need it and it's also a great social gathering of dubofiles. :biggrin:

Dave

[BL33SU]

i have a golf triple turbo and 6 bov's :driver:

[DaveMack]

i have a golf triple turbo and 6 bov's :driver:

Funny guy, Ray. :biggrin:

Dave

[drmvwgmad]

gday, dan is my name, I ve only just been converted to the vw faith, but I can see myself becoming fanatical. I have a new 2.0 tdi pacific on order, should be picking it up in a couple of wks. Just wondering if anyone has ever fitted nudge/ roo bars to their golf. any pics from rally background? and also wondering how the towbars are fitted? I live in rural WA, hence the plans for somewhere to mount the spotties. any simple mods to make the diesel pull harder, better economy etc, am very impressed with it stock, but still.....

[nawtee]

Hey there. My name is Nikki and I'm not an alcoholic, just a Polo GTi addict. Previously had an ex demo 2006 Opel Astra CDTi....1.9L Diesel. Had the car for 13 months and after TOO many problems, and **** service from Holden, traded the car in in March and got a BRAND NEW(Our first brand new car which is exciting!!) 2008 Red Polo GTi...With Leather Seats...Oh the joys of heated seats in winter!!!

Live in Wodonga with my husband and am super keen to go any cruises that get organised. Looking at also taking my car to Winton in December, he he.

LOVE MY CAR!!!!

[Portaz]

Hi Guys,

Just bought myself an 06 GTI.

Looking forward to getting it, and hopefully come out for rides to meet you all this summer...

Cheers,

Daniel

[sgough@netspace.net.au]

Hi Daniel

you are going to love this car! It is easily the nicest car I have driven, and I will miss it. Good luck and I will watch with interest as you improve it over time. SG

[kaneda]

Hi names Steven just bought a mk4 gti after not having a golf for the last 6 years .I had 5 mk1's in the past (got one and then they just seem to mutiply ?) and if given some spare time id love another.
Would like to find out any info i can about the car i just bought as it looks like the previous owner had big plans for it with a few mods on it already and try n find the last mk1 i used to own as last i herd it was in brisbane .....
so if anyone has seen a mk1 with 76DUB qld plates or a mk4 with DUBo8u NSW plates id love to get any inf :biggrin:

[GTI_jim]

Hi all,

Names James, I'm in Melbourne. Been driving 08' Polo GTI for around a week, love it!

Used to drive a 97' 306 Pug XT Diesel-Turbo. Still drive an 04' Fiesta zetec sometimes (shared)

Family are long time dubbers. Garage incl: Golf GTI, and 2.0 GT Sport. plus there is my old sweetheart, my 68' 1500 Beetle (not running :()

Great Forum, cheers.

Jim

[velly_16v_cab]

Hi all,

Names James, I'm in Melbourne. Been driving 08' Polo GTI for around a week, love it!

Used to drive a 97' 306 Pug XT Diesel-Turbo. Still drive an 04' Fiesta zetec sometimes (shared)

Family are long time dubbers. Garage incl: Golf GTI, and 2.0 GT Sport. plus there is my old sweetheart, my 68' 1500 Beetle (not running :()

Great Forum, cheers.

Jim

welcome along jim, we have a melbourne meet every month if you fancy dropping by.
see here (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newforum/upload/showthread.php?t=18969) for the thread about the meeting

cheers

Velly

[Sunny43.5]

Hi all just joined up , have owned VW transporters for the last 8 years had 2 x T4 ,s but now 2 xT5s 1 2.5 TDI and a 2.0 lt van , Both vans have been trimmed out and and converted by myself {motor trimmer} .They both have fully built in Webasto-Hollandia sliding sunroofs better than factory offer for T5s . Now have just bought a second hand 96 mod T4 for my son to drive 2.4 diesel . If any one wants advice on sunroofs contact me advice is free !!! {now my main occupation} Howard

[Bug_racer]

I never knew they offered sunroofs in t5's !

[staffee]

Hi all,
Just taken delivery 2 days ago new Dark Blue 2008 GTI DSG Leather and Park Sensors. Very good drive away price I think the financial crisis plus the new model coming out has made the dealers more flexible.

I have been reading the forum for some time as my wife has a TDI Golf, aways a good read and friendly members.

The Gti just go's, very tempting but not run in so taking some care. Hope I can keep myself under control I need my licence.

Early days but so far just loving the drive.
staffee

[pommy360]

right i'm looking at getting either a 97-98 audi a3 possibly turbo, and a 98 golf. I was hoping on some pros and cons on both models. There both in the same price band and i have qualities i like about both models, was also looking at some suttle mod's ie wheels smoothing of body panels and maybe in the future engine work, but i mean way in the future. Any help will be appreciated and/or telling me to post somewhere else, what ever floats your boat.
Thanks
Anthony

[Doogs]

Hi team, im sam im a 19 year old student studying in brisbane and was lookin for my first car, found a 95' model seat ibiza GTI, down in sydney, long story short iv had it for about a month now. Iv put 3000km's on it in that time and wouldnt swap it for any other car in its class, even being 13 years old! everyone checks it out, its nice to have a unique car, especially for my first car! my first question is, can anyone recommend a dealer or a mechanic that specialises in VW or audi that i could use to service my car? if youv had any good experiences with a dealer or mechanic in brisbane id be glad to know about it.

regards sam

[wardy]

Wardy here, happy to join the forum. We have a May 2008 white Golf GT Sport 1.4 DSG. Standard apart from the iPod connection, mud flaps and carpets. Was going to wait for a 2009 German Golf VI, but our existing bubble 121 gave up the ghost.

Very enjoyable so far. Averaging 7.7l/100 in Sydney peak hour driving (just ticked over 10000km).

[phill]

Hi all i have a 2.5 tdi sincro 2003 acv long wheel base van live in sydney south not quite a shire boy .found this site while looking for info on how to replace the timing belt and pump belt [would greatly apriciate eny info ] recon i can do it but dont have vagcom to set timing ? origanaly was just going to pay for it to be done but vw want to much for it and im having to much trouble finding some one who wants to do it.
hope some one out there can help
phill

[DaveMack]

Hi all just joined up , have owned VW transporters for the last 8 years had 2 x T4 ,s but now 2 xT5s 1 2.5 TDI and a 2.0 lt van , Both vans have been trimmed out and and converted by myself {motor trimmer} .They both have fully built in Webasto-Hollandia sliding sunroofs better than factory offer for T5s . Now have just bought a second hand 96 mod T4 for my son to drive 2.4 diesel . If any one wants advice on sunroofs contact me advice is free !!! {now my main occupation} Howard

Welcome to the forum, Howard. You sound like a good man to know ... been thinking of getting something like a T4 or 5 done out as a camper and doing a bit of touring and it sounds like you could be the man to talk to. :)

Dave

[Dave_09JETTA]

Hi been waiting on my 09 TFSI Jetta since August I originally ordered the 08 model but having ordered the Charleston wheels it made it a factory order so was told by the dealer that ill be getting the car in early December but the great news is that it will be the new 09 model. These are the options I went for with the Jetta.
Black Metallic Paint, Bonnet Protector, Sunroof, WindowTint, Weathershield, Slimline Headlight protectors, Leather Seats, iPod Interface
18" Charleston Wheels, 6 SP AUTO DIRECTSHIFT.
The Jetta arrives in the country 30/11 and I should have it by 14/12 and I cant wait !

[DaveMack]

Welcome to the forum and pleased to have a new WcVW owner on board. I'm sure you'll love your Jetta and this forum should also be a mine of information to you for future dub ownership. :biggrin:

Dave

[Damo105]

Hi all,

I'm Damo from Melbourne. Just found this forum, wish I'd known about it before!!

My daily driver for the last 4 years has been a '99 Cordoba 1.6 man SXE, and it's been a great little car. Decided it was time for a new car, so was looking at the Golf GT Sport and the Polo GTi. 'Almost' bought the Polo, until Peugeot dropped $7k off the price of the 207 GT, so bought one of them instead. Don't hate me! I've long been a fan of VWs, but also like the frenchies and am a bit of an Alfisti too.

Current rides are the Cordoba (for sale), '08 Pug 207 GT, '74 Alfa Romeo GTV 2000, '70 Alfa Romeo 1750 Berlina (project car) and an Alfa 2000 Berlina parts car.

[CruiseJunkie]

Hi. Have just ordered my first VW, A shadow blue TDI Golf Pacific. Getting iPod adapter, mats and reverse sensors in the deal so I'm really happy Should be picking it up about 02 Jan. Cant wait! Shifting down from V6 Camry.

Have had a lifelong love affair with VW since my 2 aunts in the 60's and 70's in Rockhampton both had a green beetle. I used to sit in the space behind the rear seat!!

Really happy to have found this forum as I'm sure I will have some questions along the way.

Maurice

[DaveMack]

Welcome to the forum, Maurice ... I'm sure you'll get years of enjoyment from your new dub (when it arrives) and hope you'll join in the forum chat for info and going to some of the social events.

Cheers,
Dave

[David Morris]

Gerday just joined & i am a 2003 ex ambo T4 owner auto 2.5Lt Diesel owner gathering all the gear to do a timing belt change & front disc replacement with pads a few days work at home I guess .
Got the gear to scan the EMS & old laptop with W98 that it will work on I am told but at this point in time wont talk to the EMS .
Running ScanGague ok from the port & I can pull up lots of functions no worries .
Got the latest ELM327 interface USB pluged gadget & programe #9016 Firm ware revised 1.3 Baud rate 38400 RoHs compliant with opperating disc .
Loaded programes on laptop it talks to the interface but not the data plug on my model T4 . any one got a clew where I am going wrong pleare
TC

[hjpks]

Hi, all together.
I'm Hans, and live in Crib Point.
Last week I finally had my 1980 Golf GLD roadworthy, wich I bought at E/bay for $ 650.--.

Cheers, Hans :smile:

[Maritimer]

Hie to all...First of all....I have just been driving my VW for 55 hours (total time when in motion) and i just LOVE it...To add some icing to the cake...Its a Black GTi !!!...Wow...all those 147 Kilo Wasps!!!...with absolutely nil turbo lag...I am truly in Cloud 9...
:)
Had it for three weeks now...nil regrets....Was converted from a Mazda6( which was excellent in its class and was as comfortable as boat on a calm sea in all surfaces...serve extremely rough)

To all ...you have made this site an interesting one and hopefuly i will enjoy the company as much as i enjoy my GTi...:cool46:

[j_cullen]

Hi everyone,

I'm actually in the UK yet have been thinking about moving to Australia for a while, just wanted to check out the VW scene down there. Iv got a 1990 MK2 Golf GTi and you can have a look if you want at the link. http://flickr.com/photos/jamiecullen I was also wondering if any of you know how much it would cost to ship the car from the UK to australia. i just dont want to sell it!

[gtimk5]

Hi Jamey, welcome to the forum.
Far out!!! Another super neat Mk2 16v. Looks to be in fantastic nick and I love the mods. The Mk2 16v's are very rare in Oz and I can understand you not wanting to sell it.
Bring it over!!!
Andrew :)

[diesel_DSG]

Gday

Im Sam from Melbourne. Just purchased an 08 Golf TDI Pacific in United Grey. Was in the market for a new car for the Mrs - shopped at Mazda (for a 6) and then Subaru (for a Forester) and am SO glad that we ended up with a Golf.

My car is an 06 commodore, and the TDI blows its socks off, and handles 100 times better to boot.

Couldnt be happier with the car - just under 3000km on the clock now, only had it for a month today!

Having said that -I do have ONE issue - the CD player has **** itself - I get an error message saying to 'check disk' - this comes up regardless of what disk i put in. So I think its going back to Barlow World.. and I think i'll get the ipod adapter fitted while im there.

Does anyone know if the OEM VW ipod adapter will work with the 3G iphone?

Thanks

Sam

[Russ59]

Gday

Im Sam from Melbourne. Just purchased an 08 Golf TDI Pacific in United Grey. Was in the market for a new car for the Mrs - shopped at Mazda (for a 6) and then Subaru (for a Forester) and am SO glad that we ended up with a Golf.

My car is an 06 commodore, and the TDI blows its socks off, and handles 100 times better to boot.

Couldnt be happier with the car - just under 3000km on the clock now, only had it for a month today!

Having said that -I do have ONE issue - the CD player has **** itself - I get an error message saying to 'check disk' - this comes up regardless of what disk i put in. So I think its going back to Barlow World.. and I think i'll get the ipod adapter fitted while im there.

Does anyone know if the OEM VW ipod adapter will work with the 3G iphone?

Thanks

Sam

Hi Sam,

Try this it should answer your question :

http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newforum/upload/showthread.php?t=24692

Russ

[DangerDan]

Hey

I've just stumbled across this site and thought I couldn't resist sharing my praise for vw's. For a short period of time I have had the pleasure of owning a mk1 golf and I can say I don't think I went wrong. It goes great for a little car and is completly underated as a car in Australia. Just the other day I had some bogans in a van row boating me, to which i replied by torching them to show them a thing or two. So it would be great if I could also get some contacts in terms of parts and supplies as I need to do a bit of work and would like to get it looking like its former glory.

Thanks

[DaveMack]

Hey

I've just stumbled across this site and thought I couldn't resist sharing my praise for vw's. For a short period of time I have had the pleasure of owning a mk1 golf and I can say I don't think I went wrong. It goes great for a little car and is completly underated as a car in Australia. Just the other day I had some bogans in a van row boating me, to which i replied by torching them to show them a thing or two. So it would be great if I could also get some contacts in terms of parts and supplies as I need to do a bit of work and would like to get it looking like its former glory.

Thanks

Welcome to the forum, Dan. It would help if you filled in your location details ... that way other members can steer you to the best bargains, tuners, retailers in your area as well as invite you on dub cruises or get-togethers.

Enjoy your dub and the forum, Mate. :biggrin::driver:

Dave

[Ryan No.2]

Hey Guys, Newbie here. Hope to get into a MK.1 soon. Alot of helpfull and friendly advice I noticed in the forums encouraged my will to join. I come bearing gifts... If you haven't already seen something like this already. VW (and others) modding "game".

See You around.

Ryan.

[Preen59]

Hey Guys, Newbie here. Hope to get into a MK.1 soon. Alot of helpfull and friendly advice I noticed in the forums encouraged my will to join. I come bearing gifts... If you haven't already seen something like this already. VW (and others) modding "game".

See You around.

Ryan.

Welcome to the Forum, Ryan! I take it you've taken a look around, so need need to give you some direction at the moment?

Great to see more and more people interested in the Mk1! :)

[toldknow]

Hi,
After lusting after a VW since the early days of belting around in a mates T3 for surf adventures I've finally scored one - T4 TDI300!

Looking forward to its first adventure down to Crescent head tonight!

Thanks for the forum!

[Clarkee]

Hey all, just joined up. I've got a golf mk4 1.6L. Best car i've ever had. Already spent just over $1000 on it the past few months. I'm from mildura and don't think there is any other vw members here :(

[Benjidubbed]

hey, got given a mk3 golf as an 18th, that was a year and a half ago, i love this car so much, its easy to drive and im looking to do some interesting stuff to it, am from the northern beaches, and just love to drive. only had license for year and half and have already done 50,000k's.

well thats all,

Ben

[The_Hawk]

already done 50,000k's.

Now thats some good work there. Glad to hear your loving the car. Welcome.

[pj's]

Hi vw dubbers,

Am new to the site so hello all.

My ride is a my09 spec R36, candy white wagon with rns510, sunroof, auto tail gate and tow bar.

[Ronniethehornet]

Hey fellow members, Hope ya all good???

Just purchased a 1990 VW Golf Cab - pics included, had one in 1993 but had the blue with blue matching roof (for the life of me, i can't find any pictures) - Saying that, in 1993 i think we were using poloroids.....

Anyways, whilst i have your attention, does anyone know anyone with the white roof cover (the one when the roof is down, it hides it) - i am on the look out for one.... help much appreciated.

Anyways happy dubbin about and be cool to see fellow dubbers about....

[Liquor1484]

Hi all i have just picked up my new gti pirelli (wohoo!!!) and from jumping to a vw from a mazda, i have to say that i have been reborn. Just want to know if theres any gti clubs in sydney and if so wheres the best place to meet other members. Theres alot of things i would like to know about my new found toy.

thanks

[azheri]

Hi all. MkIV R32 owner here. Long time reader, first time poster.

Greg

[99_FGT]

Hey all - 99_FGT here, aka Al (or is it the other way around)
New to the forum as I'm looking to get a VR6 in 4-8 weeks - I have a hole to fill before I can get one.
Liking what I'm seeing here, but I must say it will not stay stock for long. Will be looking to do suspension and braking mods to get it to handle better, and from what I see there are not a lot of opportunities for major power gains without going down a compressed air route.
Another Brissie member (southside ftw), previously had a Foz GT (99, hence the name) and then an SP23. Hope the VR6 is what I am after.
Cheers,
Al..

ps. I'll most likely be riding Shotgun with SeanGTi on the March 29 GC cruise - look forward to meeting some of you

[Meko]

Hello all. I have been driving an 06 Gti Polo since new. Bought it in Jan 06. Previously had a Subaru awd turbo. Have to say it was quicker stock vs stock. But I am planning on getting a retune to the polo. So can't wait to see the difference. Live in Brisbane so I am thinking APR will be the way to go, firstly because of the functions and also location. But I will not be making a rushed decision.

[RhysQ]

Hello all. I have been driving an 06 Gti Polo since new. Bought it in Jan 06. Previously had a Subaru awd turbo. Have to say it was quicker stock vs stock. But I am planning on getting a retune to the polo. So can't wait to see the difference. Live in Brisbane so I am thinking APR will be the way to go, firstly because of the functions and also location. But I will not be making a rushed decision.

Welcome Meko, I also have an '06 Polo GTI. Mine has the APR V2 chip and it's amazing to say the least. I think your decision should be a rushed one :biggrin:. Keep in mind that you can have a 6hr free trial from APR, so maybe have a look into that as well. Guy (from APR) is a frequent member of this site so shoot him any questions you may have. He's very friendly to deal will.

Why don't you check out the 'Queensland Events' section and have a look at the details for the Gold Coast get-together we have coming up shortly. You should come along and meet a few of us there. It should be a good turn-out.

Most importantly... enjoy your time here!

Rhys

[boogs]

Hi Guys,

New to the forum. Just picked up my new Polo GTI. Never driven a VW before this and I can safely say I'm converted!

[RRR]

Hi
I just picked up my Graphite Blue Golf GTI V Pirelli. My first VW, no surprise, I love. I swear I have the cleanest car in my street, I fuss over it so much:). I'm in Kelly Country, Glenrowan, so its mostly highway kms for me, not much traffic, but have to watch out for roos. Look forward to reading through this forum, theres lots of good stuff to check out.

Cheers David

[mikepologti]

welcome rrr to the forum, sounds like one hell of a ride , post some pics. so we can take a look at her.

[Dubya]

Hello. I drive a manual GTI.

[Blitzen]

Hello. I drive a manual GTI.

Hi...Welcome.

Is it a Golf or Polo GTI??

Mk1, Mk2, Mk3, Mk4 or Mk5 Golf GTI??

[Spook]

Greetings all.

Been lurking on the forum and thought I should introduce myself. I don't have a VW yet, but am interested in the Tiguan. Great info here for research and ask questions.

Have driven the Mk V GTI a couple of times and absolutely loved it! Can't wait for the Mk VI GTI to hit down under.

[Matto]

Hi all,
About to pick up my silver 08 Golf DSG Gti this week, have been lusting after one for a few years now and am absolutely gagging! Doing the salary sacrifice (no gst) saw me lock in for $31800 with ipod adpt, mats, weather shields and bonnet protector with 2 yrs warranty still left to run, gotta love this recession!

Prev owned mk1 (wrote it off), mk2 (stolen 2 days out of insurance) in my youth and mk4 gti few years back so always been a dub man at heart, it's great to be back!!

Cheers and happy driving all!

[jeloz]

Hi all
I have a 2.5 yr old R32 which I have had since new - I have posted pics on the MK5 pics thread.

I have been frequenting http://www.r32oc.com/ for a long time and for some reason did not know about this forum.

My car rocks and still makes me smile almost every morning when I hear its throaty cough as I chug down the road.

26,000 KM - 4 new tyres, service every year..all in going well.

Couple of mods as I have the front grill sprayed black and added the Audi S6 Daylight running lights to the grille.

Having this car has made me VW thru and thru (unless i got an Audi RS4 wagon) though Audi and VW are related!!

Good to have so many VDubbers around and would love to be involved in a HUGE Golf Meet up in Sydney some time..

Cheers

Jeloz

[Dubya]

Hi...Welcome.

Is it a Golf or Polo GTI??

Mk1, Mk2, Mk3, Mk4 or Mk5 Golf GTI??

Thank you for the welcome.

It is a Mark V GTI. To refer to a Polo GTI simply as a "GTI" would be a bit misleading, wouldn't it?

Anyway, I wrote about what I think of the GTI here:

http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newforum/upload/showthread.php?t=28890

[V6Passat]

Hi All, New to the forum...have ordered a V6 Highline and as a reward, the dealer has given me a 12 to 16 week wait. Pearl black paint with black leather. Thinking about after market wheels as the factory ones look average.

Cheers V6Passat

[kristyw]

Hey there,

Very long and boring story..i wont bother with too many details.

I have or had a lovely working VW Golf GTI 1991 MK2. An (ex) friend drove up the great ocean road and (my mechanic said) ruined the engine because it overheated. I don’t really know much more about whats wrong except that it needs a new engine.

I had it towed back to Melbourne because i wasn't sure what to do. He conveniently left town and went back to England while i've been unsure what to do for months now.

I was about to list it on ebay hoping to get a few hundred dollars for parts but then i was a bit sad.

I've only had it for 4 years and when i started looking for new cars to buy nothing really compares to it. I love that car and i know it's old and maybe not as great as i think it is..but does anyone think it would be worthwhile putting a new engine in it and what roughly would i expect to pay for an engine and labour?

I was expecting to pay about $5000 for a second hand car so I just thought maybe..just maybe I could get it rebuilt for that much?

I hope its ok to ask this on the website i know there are lots of rules so i hope i'm not breaking any!

Really appreciate any words of encouragement as I’m a bit lost without my car.

[Cupra]

Hey there,

Very long and boring story..i wont bother with too many details.

I have or had a lovely working VW Golf GTI 1991 MK2. An (ex) friend drove up the great ocean road and (my mechanic said) ruined the engine because it overheated. I don’t really know much more about whats wrong except that it needs a new engine.

I had it towed back to Melbourne because i wasn't sure what to do. He conveniently left town and went back to England while i've been unsure what to do for months now.

I was about to list it on ebay hoping to get a few hundred dollars for parts but then i was a bit sad.

I've only had it for 4 years and when i started looking for new cars to buy nothing really compares to it. I love that car and i know it's old and maybe not as great as i think it is..but does anyone think it would be worthwhile putting a new engine in it and what roughly would i expect to pay for an engine and labour?

I was expecting to pay about $5000 for a second hand car so I just thought maybe..just maybe I could get it rebuilt for that much?

I hope its ok to ask this on the website i know there are lots of rules so i hope i'm not breaking any!

Really appreciate any words of encouragement as I’m a bit lost without my car.

Hi & welcome,

You might want to copy most of your tale of troubles into the Mk2 section, I'm sure some of the guys will jump in with advise.

Phil

[kristyw]

Great thank you i will do that!

[mikepologti]

well kristy you came to the right place. if theres anywhere that you can find some helpfull, friendly advice its here. as posted above either post in the general section under is it worth a rebuild? thread or post it in mk2 section of the forum. good luck and keep us posted !!! got any pics?

[Mass]

Hi all,


Very happy to be here and also very happy to have found VWwA.
I own a Black 06 MkV5 Jetta 2FSI. And I bought a Black 07 Passat wagon 2TDI for my beautiful wife.
What can I say, I love my Jetta and I look forward to finishing the mods/work that I have planned for it. At the moment it rides on stock 17" wheels, which soon will be replaced by 18"s maybe (any suggestions or suppliers, please let me know). Suspension is via KW coil over #3, and I also added a HiTV V2000 GPS/Stereo. Sunroof, dark tint and leather are factory and recently I fitted the Smoked Angel Eye Projector Headlights.
Next will be ECU upgrade, filter and exhaust. Again I would appreciate any recommendations and feedback from you guys.

PS: Sorry cant post any pics yet. Will do soon.

Cheers for now
Stelios

[rbaron25]

Hi guys,
No ride yet just sold the Forester GT to get an new car.
Looking at the Octavia 2.0 diesel or Scout. Still deciding whether to go DSG or Manual on the Octavia. So many choices so little time.
Thought would come on to pick your brains before making any rash decisons.
cheers Lads :) and ladies

[Ce33ee]

Hi everyone, just recently joined the forum as well, looking forward to meets and GTG to personally meet you all! :)

[nikanasz]

hi guys, a 9n3 polo gti owner from Malaysia here. hope to gain some knowledge about the car here. cheers :)

[Black R36 Sedan 09(alfie)]

Hi guys i am Alfie, i got a.... (as below).
Live in Melbourne CBD would love to meet some other R36 owners..
Also, i would love to meet people who track their cars. As for myself, i have only done one trak day (Winton Raceway).

[Vwnewby]

Hi All,
I have been reading with interest on the forums about the many variations between the different vans in the range, so many options and versions. I am interested in the newer Caravelle/Multivan and transporter style as we need an 8 seater to move the family circus around and soon will need a 9 seater. I have seen a few transporters with 9 seats and rear air con and different seating configerations.

We currently have a Ford wagon with extra seats in the rear which has been good but kids are getting bigger and will only be practical for a few more years.

I was looking at a transporter with 9 seats and wondered if there was a big difference between the 93Kw turbo diesel and the 128Kw when it came to moving 2 adults, 7 kids although young they come with all the stuff you need to cart around the countryside like prams,bags,bikes etc etc.

I am a diesel fitter by trade and understand the difference on paper between the two but I was wondering if anyone had driven both and could give me their opinion of the difference, also on the tech side if there is a conversion kit or what the component's are needed to upgrade it from the 93kw to the 128kw if needed.

I have got the brouchures from VW on the different new vans available and I can see us being able to afford something around the 30-35k mark second hand.

Any and all advice on the good the bad and the ugly on different models/motors or configerations would be gratefully appreiciated.

Kind Regards

Vwnewby. :)

[BrettD]

Hi All,

Have just purchased a 2002 Passat 1.8L turbo(great car for the price). Previously owned a 2006 S-line A4..but my ex got it.

So not entirely new to this type of car. Have had Toyota's and cant say they arent reliable..but for safety & quality, until you've owned Euro you cant compare.

Am keen to give the Passat a little boost but not sure how to go about it the right way, so thought I'd pick up some tips from the experts on here.
I live in Nth Qld so finding the right person for the job is also an issue.
Any help would be greatly appreciated..

Chat soon.

[utopian]

Hi ladies and gents,

I have a 2007 Golf GTI, silver, 3 door, manual with xenons, leather and a sunroof.

I have been a VW nut for as long as I can remember thinking about cars and I have to say I adore my Flog :driver:

I have been reading the forum for a while and thought I'd join and say hi.

Cheers,

UD

[black_bull]

Hi All !

I have just recently bought myself a Mk3 Golf GL .. It was love at first sight when i saw her in the caryard !

Black with body color bumpers & trim , Manual, Decent Tint on the windows and Masked Headlights .. Oh and 85,000km on the clock .. not bad for a 97'

I live in the eastern suburbs of melbourne and am very keen to see other peoples Golfs .. and especially Mk3's .. I get a little excited even just seeing another Mk3 in traffic ..

Planning to get some nicer wheels, lower suspension and some euro numberplates ..
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=1631212&l=38809c956a&id=590909741

[dubbienewbie]

also new.
Gti pirelli silver 5 door.
First VW.
Was supposed to be second (Touareg first) but VW sales people were priggs at the time so we didn't buy it.
can't wait to scare the points off my licence...
Dubbienewbie

[Buller_Scott]

dubbie, welcome.

where abouts are you located?

[jazzmotion]

Hey all, my name's Adrian and I've had my Bora 4motion for almost 2 and a half years. It is Jazz Blue with Grey leather, and was originally purchased from Burwin VW in Ferntree Gully, Victoria. Now reside in the Perth Hills area.. Keen to find some locals who actually know stuff about Bora's, because they are somewhat of an unknown car in Perth.... Plenty of Golf's, but so few Bora's....:javacomputer:

[Luminary]

Hello World. Test message.

[Airflo]

Hi everyone,

I have visited a couple of VW site in Australia but so far only found that this site has more information to read. Thank you for all the contributors.

I've got my first owned VW Jetta (been driven a few different VW from some friends) TSI 1.4L Twincharged from Essendon VW - VIC about 5 weeks ago and so far have done over 5700 kms with 1 oil change @ 5000 kms by myself!

I used the car for business so every week I drove average 700-800 normally.

I haven't seen many Jetta owners in here, is there anyone out there???

Cheers.

[Mass]

welcome Airflo,
06 Black/Jetta 2.0T FSI owner here :biggrin:
http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newforum/upload/forumdisplay.php?f=15


Hi everyone,

I have visited a couple of VW site in Australia but so far only found that this site has more information to read. Thank you for all the contributors.

I've got my first owned VW Jetta (been driven a few different VW from some friends) TSI 1.4L Twincharged from Essendon VW - VIC about 5 weeks ago and so far have done over 5700 kms with 1 oil change @ 5000 kms by myself!

I used the car for business so every week I drove average 700-800 normally.

I haven't seen many Jetta owners in here, is there anyone out there???

Cheers.

[Tarzak]

Hello all.

I've had my T4 Caravelle TDi since September last year and love it.
Soooo many seats!.
I live on the Central Coast (NSW) and it appears that my significant other has been either curb climbing or taking advantage of Gosford council's road maintenance schedule (lack there of) and testing the alloy wheels in the pot holes. Can't have been me...

The wheel balancer guy says that one of the wheels is more square than round. As the we're about to go off to Lake Eyre in 10 days, this is bad news.
New wheel from VW is $800.:eek: Anyone got a 15" alloy wheel for a 2002 caravelle? Or a set of after market alloys rated for the vans?

Or for when I get desperate a couple of T4 Transporter steel wheels?

[rusty]

Hi people, Rusty here.
Just taken delivery of a 2009 TIGUAN 147TSI, Reflex Silver with black leather and electrics. Having never owned a European or indeed a Japanise car i am blown away by all the stuff on this car.Heated seats and mirrors + heaps of stuff you will be familiar with no doubt.
It took a lot of getting used to i tell you after jumping out of a 300+ KW 6 speed manual ute to the 147k Tiggy.But every day its getting better and better, in fact lovin it.Looking forward to some basic mods on it when i get a few Ks on it ,only done 850 so far, K & N filter going in this weekend and have upgraded all the lights already.
Hope to gain some info and hopefully pass on some car care tips to those who want.
Cheers guys
Rusty

[Bizi]

Hi everyone,
I haven't seen many Jetta owners in here, is there anyone out there???

Cheers.

I drove one home today - this time as the owner. :)
Thanks for the advice to date.

I'd also like to see what Jetta owners (especially TDI DSG owners) have to say about their cars' reliability and anything they've done to their cars.

It's a very nice drive!

[FezV10]

Hi All,

I've got V10 Touareg and love it!
Used to have a Audi A3 3.2 DSG (R32 184kw) and that was great too.
Years before that I had the SEAT Ibiza Cupra Sport - a 2.0lt (110kw) Gti engine in a Polo body - that was a fun little car.

Cheers,

Ben

[tikki169]

New to the forum.
Born in South Africa (yes another one) been here for 5 years and was in the UK for 3. I love golf MKI and MKII's, had several of my own and have all be highly modified either engine or body (use to own a modification shop).
I'd love a 3dr MKII but then who wouldn't
Cheers
Kevin

[FLAUNTT]

Hi everyone,I dont drive a VW myself but drive other VAG cars.I currently have a modified 99 AUDI TT quattro and are transforming a AUDI 80 quattro into a circuit racer.I met a few other watercooled guys last week at south east dubfest which was a very cool event so decicded to see what all the fuss is about and join in. cheers adrian

[CountryR32]

Hello everyone,
Newly joined owner of 2008 R32 purchased new Jan 09 with 1300kms on clock. Still yet to have 1st service. Awesome car. No complaints yet with ride. Also own 1998 Vr6. Love this car. Also have Vy X8 (supercharged) all wheel drive crewman. Wife calls it a 4 door family sedan with a big boot.

[philz]

Hi there,

Been here lurking for a while, just wanted to introduce myself.
Love modifying cars, love slammed and stretched VW's, I'm into all flavours of tuning- JDM especially, though I do have love for the golf R32, the v6 is to die for.

Cheers

Phillip

[electricmonk]

My first VW was a 76 2 door hatch with an auto. I was into big cars and at the time had a HJ Statesman and was about to but a Mercury when I saw a golf in a car yard for about $3500. My ex wanted a golf so I signed the papers to by it. When I went home early to surprise her and pick it up I found a mate was cutting my lunch so to speak. I ended up with one less wife and a Golf I didn't want but the car yard said they would sue me if I tried to back out. I was a bit miffed that the car I now owned was the size of the bonnet on the one I wanted lol. But with nothing else to do I started to drive it. I was surprised, here was the type of car we used to joke about at my old car club and it was fun, damn fun. I still remember beating a V8 commodore (One of the first ones VH or something) off the lights and for some time after that. I was fortunate that I saw an add in the trading post for a whole heap of parts cheap, like extractors, manifold and holly that was a clone for some European carb. It was the car that corrupted my redneck streak. Unfortunately after a year or two the fuse box went and I couldn't find one the same. Who would believe that one from the same year and connections would turn the wipers on when you tried to use the headlights :duh:. Suffice to say I had to get rid of it for next to nothing as it was blocking the driveway. I miss that car.
Now due to my daily driver giving me grief on a constant basis (I freaking hate all the electronics) I am back in the market for a VW (around $3000) to tide me over till someone starts making bearings for the Type3 I'm doing up.

[TIGG1]

hey guys
driving a 2007 passat v6 4motion at the moment but have just ordered a 2010 tiguan 147 recently
candy white
black leather
park assist
sat-nav with reverse cam
bluetooth
mats
delivery october( its going to be a long winter)

[stevegwall]

Hi everyone, have been a long time VW owner buying my first beetle back in 74. Have always had VW and audi's as well as other fine european makes. My wife and I drive matching VR6's mine a golf and hers an auto passat. Love those VR's.
Looking forward to a long association with this forum.
Steve and Judy

[dmwdave]

hi,
Dave from Brisbane here,just bought a 08 polo gti ,nice to find a forum for watercooled vws.
Cheers,
Dave.

[JGR]

Hi all,
John from Sydney. Just bought 05 golf TDI. Look forward to checking out things others have done to their vws.

Cheers,
John

[tom23]

Ive spent the past few months quietly browsing the site, learning and becoming much more vw smart but appears now I have been forced to introduce myself so what the hell.

18 years old from north sydney.
97 golf gl.
Done some small changes but saving up for some coilovers. Oh yeah got a schweet sound system. I'm slowly getting quite good at working on the lass myself though Im taking it pretty slow. Have a broken leg at the moment but once I'm all healed up have some plans. Outdated picture by a year or two now but better then nothing right?

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/08/DSC04215-1.jpg

[Alcip]

Hello,
I'm Alcip,from Malaysia.Currently driving a candy white Polo GTI 2008.
This is a very informative website.Kudos everyone!
Cheers and thanks

[MIRSAD]

Hi
Mirsad from WA, Golf 118TSI with DSG and noise problems (supercharger - pulley).
Best introduction is this You Tube video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLu73I1QD7M
Or You can search You tube under:
VW Golf VI 118 TSI noise problems - FIXED
Not sure is it really fixed but last two months I am without noise.
"Nice" to see that I am not only one with this problem.

[balkanac]

welcome Mirsad. It seems like the mk6s have quite a bit of problems. I hope dealers take good care of you, otherwise just start yelling! It worked for me :)

[Steve John]

Hi, I am new to this forum. I am here for sharing some of home improvement product information. Thanks

[mattyf]

g'day all,

my names matt. bought an 06 polo gti about a month ago and lovin it :)

matt

[daang]

HI all, the fiance and i have recently bought ourselves an '05' MkV golf gti

let me just say BEST DAMN CAR EVA!!!:banana:

Black, 5dr, DSG, sunroof.

But theres one thing that's bothering me, its a sought of knock,knock,knock
noise coming from passenger side floor sounds like its up behind the glovebox:mad:.

Ive been thru a heap of forums and noticed that there are a few common noises in the MkV's most have pretty easy solutions but i cant find much about this particular little bugger so any info would be much appreciated.

Sorry bout the whinge, you guys have probably been asked the same question a million times.

Cheers

[balkanac]

BEST DAMN CAR EVA!!!:banana:

Take an R32 for a drive.

Welcome to the forums btw :)

[mattyb]

Hello One and All

My names Matt, take delivery of a MY10 Tiguan tomorrow. New to the VW faith, got a drive planned next weekend so am looking forward to spending some quality time with the car.. and the wife of course. Oh, I live in Sydney.

Matt

[sooty12321]

Hi people,
Reg is the name,from Underdale in Adelaide !
have just aquired a s/h '82 Mk1 South African built Golf !
havent been able to find out too much.
people are soo ' couldnt care less attitude '
No wonder this once great country is
going downhill fast !!!
Hey,i'm an import and i was proud to call this
country home!!! Now, its just a country !!!
Its a Mk 1 body shape with Mk 2 dash/intrument cluster
actually a GXL '82 with a 5 speed G/box ! unfortunately a lot
of my Mk 1 bits arent interchangeable .

i've got my Mk 1 1600cc motor in[ its got power coated extractors,
TS Passat intake,so could bolt-on a 32/36 DGAV Webber,
a degree cam gear wheel on Std cam,with 3 degree advance,
2 " exhaust along with adjustable baffle free flow muffler.
does go reasonably hard with good economy !!!
i would like more information - how to improve the instrument
lighting.
also would like to aquire an in-dash tachometer to replace
the clock beside the Speedo !!!
its a great car,will post photos,soon ! the 5 speed is a boon !!!
Keep prospering !
Reg:google:

[Mrk_Mickey]

Welcome aboard dude, sounds like you've got a nice little car there! Keen to see some pics :)

Head over to the mk1 section and search for any related info on the instrument cluster. I'm sure it will have been covered before, but if not just ask the blokes there. They're pretty nice :D

[dundav]

Hi, David in Perth. A longstanding fan, curr driving 6th VW - 2006 Jetta TDI 2.0 with DSG, which has been the most outstanding vehicle. It's being replaced very shortly with # 7 - a Passat CC TDI, so if anyone is up for a good deal, the Jetta's available soon! This looks like a great site, and I look forward to trawling. Thanks!

[maloel]

hi maloel from HK. 08 MKV Golf GTI Candy White. New to VW and got the car in mid-09 and funy driving experience with GTI.

[Torn]

Hi Torn, From North Coast NSW, Currently driving a 2007 Polo Gti

[bodyboarder]

hey all, from qld and am thinking of buying a gti polo so am currently on the search for some more info and what not.

[dave26]

Hiya all,

I'm Dave from Canberra and was told about this site by a friend. Got a new VW Tiguan 125 TSI on the way and looking forward to it. Look forward to meeting you all in the forum sometime.

Dave

[Pullstarter]

Hiya all,

I'm Dave from Canberra and was told about this site by a friend. Got a new VW Tiguan 125 TSI on the way and looking forward to it. Look forward to meeting you all in the forum sometime.

Dave

Don't trust this guy he's always up to no good :P He's also trying to put a case forward to the Minister for Finance for a MK5 GTI too so we must all pressure him as much as possible :banana: Welcome Dave :D

[seanos]

hey hey,

Currently going through the process of getting my first car, and thinking of getting a mk4 R32. Tried a few different options out like a gti or a liberty gt but am swaying towards a r32. i've got a few questions but ill save them for the right place.

cheers

[good as new vr6]

hello all
i'm currently driving a silver 94 vr6 it's pretty stock but for a set of mark 4 r32 rims and a 3 inch drop. i'm a bit of an originality freak but rims make a car.I'm hoping to maybe show the car at some upcoming events this summer.
i also drove a white mark 1 gls 4 door golf for many years with 16s ,big brakes ,low, bilistins,2 pipe,ete,ete but the old girl just got a bit worn out after loads of hard driving.
regards glenn

[thesimpleS13]

Hello everyone,
I have a 2007 VW GTI in the BMP color, love the car and I have regrets with purchasing it! Looking forward to being part of this forum!
-Ryan

[Flighter]

testing, testing, 1-2-3.....

[kapowww]

Wattup yo!

My name's Paolo from Melbourne, VIC.

I own an 03 Audi A4 B6 S-Line Turbo Quattro..
I've done a few light mods but I'm looking at downgrading so I'm interested in swaps or selling my car... Hence joining this forum to see what else is out there. I've always had a fetish for old school VWs...

Look forward to meeting some of you...

[Miska]

Hey Everyone,

Bought a 1976 mark 1 off brenton in july last year :D finally joined the forum to get ideas on how to make it supersweet (or more so than it already is). Looking forward to swapping ideas and pictures of our masterpieces :D
Am the girlfriend of a regular poster - McCosker, and we've been whiling away our weekends doing little mods on our cars.


Cheers,

Michelle

[Bollo]

Hello from Perth,

Very happy with my v6 passat wagon, surely not my last vw.

I've got a very good feeling about this....

Cheers, Bollo

[Freibriz]

I picked up my barnd new 125 TSI (Auto) ~ 2 weeks back. I ordered couple of factory fitted options including, Bi-Xenon Headlights, RNS510 Sat Nav with rear view camera, Silver leaf Metallic paint and comfort package. Window tinting was done by the dealer.

We are enjoying driving our new Tiguan. Navigation system is working great - easy to use. Rear view camera provides a very clear view (day or night) of what's behind and the display of parking guide lines helps to park/reverse with confidence. Also the Bi-xenon lights with static and dynamic cornering lights follow the curve of the road thus improve road visibility to the maximum extend which on its turn increases safety. It is nice to see how lights follow the curve.

Other than that this is a great car and I look forward to being a member.

Cheers

Freibriz

[golfgti101]

hi guys my names jamin, im from castle hill and im wanting to get my first mk1 golf soon!

[fastest]

Hi everybody i'm new to this site, my work has 2 Cadys that i drive one and i liked them so much i went out and brought a 2005 2 lt Golf 6 speed manual. just waiting on delivery.
:banana::banana::banana:
Fastest

[TokenRednut]

G'day Fella's

The names Token, from Canberra, the current wheels are a 05 Kombi, more so 'cause it's all the parents had lying round then choice, but it's not a bad little van.

Hoping to upgrade to a little mk1 golf :) just as soon as i can find the time to roadtrip round to where all the golf's are hidden... which seems to be victoria... :/

[Polonium]

Bought a 06 Polo Gti with 14k on the clock... Now done 45k in eight months.. No mods, drives beautiful as is... Do about 140km/week on dirt roads... No worries...

Happy motoring...

[VSGCanberra]

Hi,
Chris from Canberra. I am one of your older members, I would guess. 40+

I have owned a Golf a long time back, and a couple of friends have current GTIs. Seriously considering getting one myself. Between Pug GTIs and Golf GTIs, I have always been excited by the 'pocket rocket' or 'hot hatch' syndrome if you like.

Hi to Gareth from the ski.com.au forums.

Cheers
Chris, Canberra.:cool:

[gareth_oau]

Welcome aboard Chris, just gotta get one with ski-racks eh?:P

[Domel]

Hi everyone (especially all you Golf fans out there!),

I'm Dominik and I'm based in Sydney (Inner West). I've been a fan of VW Golfs (especially MK1 & 2) for some time now, but it's only now (with my Uni degree finally out of the way + a better job) that I have the time and resources to fully (well, almost fully) commit myself to a MK1 which I don't yet own, but will very soon, I hope. What I'm looking for is a nice GTI example, 3 or 2 door (cabrio) only... I've noticed there's quite a few on sale here, so should be able to find myself something nice soon. I don't really have any questions at this stage as pretty much everything I had to know I found out on this forum already, which is great! Keep up the fantastic job everyone!

Cheers,
Dominik

[delonix]

Greetings from Perth,

Looking around for info to help decision with next purchase :)

Cheers

[JDVW]

Hey guys been looking at your site for a while now been keeping a eye on the rat and retro mk1 thread for some inspiration for my current rat project thought id join up as theres not much in the way of people ratting mk1's over here. Im currently restoring my '82 gti and my rat project is a '79 gls.

[BeeJayWater]

Hi Folks,
Just joined this community although we've had our Touareg 3.0 TDI MY2009 since October 2008. Love the car and want to do some tripping about. Found some spare 17" wheels in Brisbane for $250.00 each at JAXQuickfit Tyres Bowen Hills. As at 5th Aug 09 they had 7 left.

Cheers
Bruce

[NabzGTI]

Greeting from Melbourne!

Been looking on this forum for a while now, and finally decided to join!

I've got a 2006 Golf GTI DSG with a bit of work done to it, and hopefully more to come.

Cheers
-Nabz

[robbyx]

Hi all!

Name's Rob. I currently reside in Melbourne, and thought I'd join this forum since I'm soon to inherit my mum's 2006 Jetta 2.0T FSI, as she goes on to bigger and better things (most notably a hot new C-class)! Sadly, I'm moving on from my current car, a 2004 Honda Accord Euro, which is a car I've dearly loved and will find hard to let go!

Anyways, I can't say enough about the Jetta! Just drove it out the other night to the car wash just to get a good look at it, and what can I say. She's a beaut! Especially lovin the look from the outside, with the chrome grill and the bug-eyed styling!

I can't talk enough about how good this engine and DSG drive. It is by far the most refined pairing of fine european technology available at this price and even in the price bracket directly above! Simply amazing feel, efficiency, and sheer performance.

Probably early days still, but I am definitely looking at making this beaut my first crack at high-level mods, and given I'm inheriting it for a reasonable price I thought I'd join this forum to see what all the other happy VW owners did to theirs!

Things I'd like more info on, which I will search for are as follows:
*ECU Upgrades for the 2.0 T
*Exhaust upgrade packages
*Cold intake manifold packages
*Good tuners to deal with around Melb
*Warranty issues related to the aforementioned mods (hopefully none :P)
*Insurance experience of fellow modders under the age of 25 :P

Anyways, this looks a fantastic informative forum, and look forward to hearing your thoughts about the car I'm getting and ideas as to how I can wipe this massive smile off my face :D

Cheers!

Rob

[Climbatize]

Hi everyone,

My name is Adam and I'm a proud Mk3 Golf owner here in Canberra. I stumbled across this forum while searching for a good place to service my car and so far am very impressed to find such a wealth of Australian VW knowledge and advice.

[Chris_r32]

Hi,

I'm Chris from sydney I own a mark 5 r32, had it for about a month now.

[antman]

A week in my new CC... and I'm lovin' it. Thanks to the posts on this site for all the great info. It helpd me secure a great deal in the showroom. Antman.

[charazy]

Hi, looking to buy a new tiguan!

[Rustyboy]

Hi all, I have a MkV 2.0 FSI and have had since Feb05. Done about 43,000km and now a few things starting to go wrong and/or irk me - and this looks a good place to tap into some knowledge!

[greengables4]

I have been told that my 2008 VW and the 2008 Benz Vito use the same body. Is this True ???

[Cabron]

Howd'y All,

My last VW was a 71 Kombi, I custom built the interior to suit my travelling needs, after many happy trips up and down the east coast of Oz.....Now looking to update.....Looking for a Transporter between 2000-20now to do the same with....suggestions welcome

Cabron :banana:

[mickey]

Hi All,
Just joined the forums after having read through a few threads.... some great info... have a Jetta 2.0 TSI, just ticked over 1000 klms.... fantastic car!!!
Mickey

[evan_q5]

Hi there,
Ordered.

[Miami blue]

Hey all,
Previous owner of a Mk2 dub.. interested to see what the forum has to offer. Intersted in Mk4's ATM :-P

[egads]

Hi all,
been looking at the forum as a non-member for a while and thought it was about time i registered. Looking at purchasing a mk5 golf gti in the near future. =)

[harleyqn]

Hey All,
My friends call me Hon, from Melb, I'm seriously considering an R36 sedan, wife currently drives a Jetta 2.0TFSi DSG. I currently drive nothing as I've just sold my Black Rx-8 and have started to suffer from car depravity. I'm looking at getting a black R36 sedan, sunroof, satnav,dynaudio, bluetooth, mdi. And i love reading forums!! Cheers.

[georgep]

hey guys
im 16 and getting my Ps in 6 months. im sooo excited. for my first car i am taking my mums mk4 golf auto. i would of preffered a maual but its a free car.

i want to do minor things to iteg(body kit, exhaust, a few engine mods and a stero system) athanks heaps

[MAC883]

Hey all,

Name is Stuart. Been around the forums for about a month now and decided to add to this thread. Some may know I am the new owner of the R32 that WAS fitted with the Altezza lights... Pleased to say these are now gone!

I previously owned a Proton GTi and the R32 seemed a good step up. Very similar in handling characteristics (apart from AWD) but R32 as you can imagine has a lot more power...

So far have had a Pioneer F310BT installed and am very happy with the car so far :checkeredflag::checkeredflag:

[sub11z]

Currently drive a Audi B7 Quattro, im looking for a golf gti for the miss just want to read about the reliability of DSG.

[andru]

Hi guys, very interested in buy a Golf GTI as soon as I get off my P's, so want to read about them in the meantime, can't wait!

[ricsal]

Hi greetings from WA,Just picked up car 07 passat with only 5000kM, very happy. Will need help as to where to get accessories at right price such as bonnet and headlight protectors.

[sven]

Evening all,

SEAT Cordoba GLX and a Ibiza GTi in pieces - time to get sorted. Need to quit the 4dr and focus on the GTi goodness!

Sven

[Tomahawk]

hey guys,

2 months ago i purchased a 97 mk3 GL, and love it. im looking to do a little bit of work on it in the very near future - lowering, 16's or 17's and possibly a new exhaust. anyway, just glad to be a part of it all!

cheers, Tom.

[fourmo]

Hi all,

owner of a bora 4mo here.
Actually it's my second one in about 5 years
Too many good deals out there on 4mos at the moment - I couldn't resist!

[Lito]

Hey all, I've just aquired a '00 black completely stock mk4 Gti and I'm pretty sure I've fallen in love. I'd just like to say hi to everyone on the forum and I look forward to chatting to you guys in the future

[panda.s]

Hi all,

Sabrina here. I'm in Sydney. Have been shopping around for a new Volkswagen Tiguan...

[DuncsMk1]

Hey guys.
As you can see im a newbie. I'm from scotland and currently drive a mk1 5dr 1.5 GX. Definitely the best purchase of my life. Took me over a year to find one as they are really rare in scotland and the people that do have them never want to sell them. Anyway, just thought i'd introduce my self and hope everyone is doing well. Hope to speak to you all a lot more.
Cheers Dunc.

[Erik_NL]

Hello all,

my name is Erik and I live in the Netherlands.
I own two Mk1 Golf GTI's.
The main reason I joined this Australian Forum is that I want to learn which differences exists between a european Mk1 Golf and an Australian Mk1 Golf.
I hope there are several Australian Mk1 Golf owners around here who can help me.

Kind regards,

Erik

[mikeinbris]

Hi all, I'm about to dive into the world of vw. Been searching for the small suv for the family and it seems the right one is the VW Tiguan.

Searching for the pricing and options for the Tiguan and hopefully will be driving one of my own soon@@

Mike

[GTi Devotee]

For as long as I can remember, I have loved VWs and Audis. My first model car was a Red Matchbox VW Golf GTi Mk 2 8v, and have cherished it ever since. When I was older, I realised my parents had the venerable VW Beetle 1500, as well as a Mk I Scirocco GT. Nowadays, we have a Skoda Octavia 1.6 and it's good going back to the VAG of absence.
:banana::banana::banana:

One day, I would love to own a Mk I VW GTi, Audi Ur-Quattro, Mk II Golf GTi 16v, a Corrado VR6/G60 and a VW Beetle and Mk I Scirocco (so life has come back full circle!!!) Cheers guys, and I cannot wait to indulge into all of this information!!! :bowdown::bowdown:

Thanks, Syd

[whoalse]

just got myself a 'relli almost 4 weeks back and have had a DSG [PRDNS] flashing incident 3 days ago (around 1900 on the clock).

Allen
whoalse.com (http://www.whoalse.com/)

[stratsgti]

Pleased to join the forum. waiting on delivery of a Mark 5 GTI w DSG. Previously recently owned a Z3 and an MX5. Wanted a GTI since I was a kid so really looking forward to enjoying the dream becoming reality, Yarra Valley here I come!

[Ricardo]

Gday everyone,
Have on order a TDi 103 auto Tig awaiting delivery December.

[z456]

hey all

recently aquired a mkiv gti. always wanted a VW since i was a kid, now living the dream!
first of many posts!
vic.

[MhVW]

Hi Everyone!

Got my Polo Classic TDi a while back.

Stumbled on this forum the other day.

Good place for Polo reading! :banana:

As I said I'm from the mother of all cities in SA! :biggrin:

[greenp]

Been a vw driver for many a year- currently own a 08 T5 4motion 128kw crewvan- feels like i'm captain kirk of the enterprise- previously 1800 76 pop top ( a rocket ship in its day with true 1800 heads and twin webers- sadly now gone), a 89 Trakka 2.1, a 76 2L microbus ( still have)- a 91 2.1L micro (gone)- and now "bluey". I cant understand how can you drive anything else other than a kombi.... Great forum as I've been reading for quite a while.

[pooma]

Hi all,

I'm hoping to become a Golf VI owner in the near future and have found these forums a great help.

Cheers
Keith

[MrSmith]

Been into VW's for years now, various Beetle's and Golf's,
looks like a great website thanks for letting me sign up

[Daftwullie]

Hi Everybody from Forster NSW, Finally got myself into the ride I always wanted :banana: and isn't it just the best thing on wheels :banana:.

[kbuvw]

Been reading these forums while researching my next purchase (a Golf) Great source of information and advice!

Cheers

[Plopeye]

Hey there peeps.

Have been reading these forums for quite a while as I have decided a golf gti mkVI is the next car for me.

I came to this conclusion because I am after something with performance and comfort without negating class. I have done a lot of reading and the Mk V gti seems to be a winner in alot of categories I am seeking in my next car. However I do like the look of the VI much more so.

My previous hot hatch was a 99 honda civic type R so I am not stranger to small cars with performance. Unfortunatley the civic was not the most comfortable car in the world. I anticipate the gti will match the civic in performance but will be in a league of its own in the comfort department.

I hope to purchase a black Mk vi and should head on down to the local VW dealer in the next day or so to see if there is anything i need to do. I wouldnt mind taking a gti v for a test drive because I have never used a DSG system before. What do you guys think? Does DSG get boring compared to a manual transmission? Or is the extra performance noticeable enough?

Anyway here is a pic or 2 of my previous car I sold a few months ago. At the moment cruising around in my CRV (not worth posting pics).

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/09/MElbapartments013-2.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/09/Clean010-2.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/09/Clean006-2.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/09/blkcivic038-2.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/09/blkcivic032-2.jpg

Anyway I do look forward to reading more info on the mk vi gti. Does anyone else know where the best place is to get more info on the vehicle? English would be best :)

Thanks guys, sorry about the ramble :)

[cln]

hi all, long time lurker but never got round to registering, hoping to pickup my 32 soon!

[nrb62]

Hi All
Found this site will doing a search for Skoda info. I have a VRs TDI Wagon purchased in Dec 2008. Very happy so far, however, so is my wife so I rarely get to drive it!

[Sherwy]

G'day,

Still havn't taken delivery yet but I will shortly be the proud owner of a '06 T5 Transporter. Looking for some new shoes already. Lookinmg forward to getting to know you all.

Cheers,

Sherwy.

[surubalak]

Firstly welcome aboard :D

This section has been created for our new members to take the time to introduce themselves and their rides. Let us know who you are, what you drive, where your from and ask us what you want to know.
Hi All

My name is Suresh. Lives and work in Albany, Western Australia. Just about to take delivery of a new 147TSI. All excited. Have been reading the posts on VW Watercooled. It was of great help. Wish I had read through the posts prior to making the deal.

[windmagnet]

Hi there,

I am in the market for a hot hatch and after driving a range of them the GTI MkV seems to be the best combination of grunt, fun and practicality.

I am thinking about pre-order of the GTIMkVI. Have driven the MkV GTI and Pirelli but think it is worth waiting for the new one based on the better interior layout and the reviews of the Mk VI.

Lots of useful info on here - thanks everyone.

[Moses 35i]

Hi Peeps!

I'm Freddie, 40 years old and I'm living in Burgum, The Netherlands. I'm currently driving a 1991 Volkswagen Passat 1.8i CAT Variant (prefacelift). I bought this VW in 2007 after driving an Audi 80 type89 for more than 3 years without any troubles at all. VAG Cars are just great rides!

Some pictures of the B3:
http://www.passat35i-b3.com/fotoshoots/3e%20Fotoshoot/slides/03072009993.jpg
http://www.passat35i-b3.com/fotoshoots/3e%20Fotoshoot/slides/030720091002.jpg

Done some mods the past 2 years such as lowering, Bi-Xenon, GL interior, flares and more. Still a lot of ideas are up the pipes but in time, I'll add them too.

More can be seen at my website: http://www.passat35i-b3.com/

[ffoff]

G'day everyone,

My name is Josh, I live in Canberra and Im just finishing Year 12. I Used to drive a little 1989 Daihatsu charade, until I was t-boned by a lady in a 626 Wagon who ran a stop sign. I've always had a thing for vw golf's, especially mkIII's and so I've been looking out for one. Tomorrow I'm actually going to check out a 1994 golf at a dealership in Sydney, so hopefully it looks the goods and I'll manage to grab it.

Josh

[duncan]

G'day,

Just bought a 103TDi Tiguan, should get here around Jan. Hope its as good as the old Mk2 Golf we use to have

Cheers

[rayray]

i have a lovely red 2002 vw golf 2.0 .....
that i have had for about 4 months.
its pretty snazzy.

the end.

[plowna]

Just purchased a SH 06 Golf TDI Comfortline. Haven't owned a car in about 5 years and thought I would push for something a bit nicer than your average Barina/Focus/etc.

Mainly bought it for the wife as I have my work ute but while she is at work I get to play with it hehe.

[Hail]

Hi my names Nick, I've just sold a Nissan 200sx that I owned for 6 years and have a Mk6 GTI on pre-order. Specs as follows:

White 3 Door with 18" Monza rims
DSG
Upgraded sound system with Ipod Connectivity
Leather Interior

Great forum, has more information regarding the MK6 release date in Oz than any other site. I have been told by my dealer, delivery is approx 15 November 2009.

[Tarzan]

Hello everyone

[squidage]

Hi All,

Looking for my first Golf. Wife is expecting, so need a car with four doors (my Mini won't cut it anymore). Wife doesn't want a manual so hoping to convince her that a four door Golf GTI DSG is a good idea as a family car (which can be snuck out on track days on the weekends) :)

[Cubillas]

Hi

I just bought a black 07 Golf TDI Comfortline. I've never owned my own car before so figured I might as well get something good now that I need to commute to work every day.

[gracenote]

Hey everyone,
Just placed an order for a Mk6 Golf 90TSI today :) Can't wait till it arrives!

[909OGO]

Hello everyone, my name is Liand and I am new to this forum. I previously own a TS Astra MY03 convertible which I sold 2 days ago, I am now looking at buying a 97-00 VW passat 1.8T manual, which is very hard to find one in QLD...

[sgiles]

Hey everyone, I currently own
04 FSI Comfortline Golf, it's my first car, and I absolutely love it. Trading for a Mk 6 this year, either 118TSI or GTD (depending on release date & price).

[Adamski]

Thought I'd play by the rules and make my first post. Have been a non-registered lurker for a while. Picked up a Polo Gti a couple of months back. Why? I like small, fun cars and this one fitted the bill. I'm a rotary fanatic but have been 'between rotaries' for a year or so now. Gotta say that the little Polo is nicer to drive every day than a first generation RX-7 ;)

Plans are to enjoy the car, make a few sensible upgrades over time (flash, downpipe, suspension) and not slip back into 'car modders syndrome' and lose mountains of money and many months with the car in a workshop somewhere having bits fabricated.

So far there seems to be some great information on the forum...well done.

[demonjay]

Hopefully soon to be an r32 owner in Brisvegas.

[DiZzY]

First post, hopefully pick it up tomorrow.

[BlackJetta]

Just making my 1st post so I can ask some questions on our Jetta.

[mjd]

First time poster just picked up today our 09 Skoda RS wagon silver T4 with mdi installed.

[BlackSuperb]

First post for a new Black Superb owner. :banana:

[Syd R32]

First post, from Sydney and my ride is a Blue MY08 .:R32!

Hi everyone...

[dok]

Just stopping by to read and maybe ask some advice down the line. I don't even have a car yet :frown: but hopefully one will turn up soon!

[Redline]

My name is Mark
I am a SE Melbournian, Bayside, who is probably 50 % QLDer and 50 % Victorian.

I currently drive a Golf V comfortline ( purchased new from Barloworld Mentone ) with a few extras, which include leather, GPS , sunroof,17 inch Jetta wheels ( the same as the TSI ) however I chose them before B4 Volkswagen did for the Golf:)
Barloworld Mentone was a good place , The head mechanic Jason West was always a pleasure to talk VW with.


I have decided that after 4 years of Golf V goodness ( I couldnt wait for the GTI at the time,10 months waiting list in 2005 ) It may be time to part with mountain goat and go the full monty , given I compromised all those years ago.

I have ordered a white Passat Station Wagon form Barloworld Moorabbin.
I decided to change colours from a silver car to white for the R36.

After ordering about early september I should have it in a couple of weeks .
It has a VIN # showing its the MY10 designation which is a magic A instead of the 9.

I have the satnav , electric tailgate , sunroof ( white mandatory ) as options and will await delivery to confirm the rest ( Paint, Fabric protection,tinted windows etc ). I have to eyeball the baby to finetune without errors.

I must admit to discovering this forum after ordering,however I am so damn excited at finally getting a decent rig. I have had a considerable amount of time to reflect on the purchase and apart from colour, have made the right decision, this is the best car for the price on the market, fully loaded.

I have enjoyed the forum watching as a camper for the last month.
Hi + Peace + Prosperity to you all.This also is not possible without a VW

Cheers

[merciless]

G'day,

Just confirmed order of my R36 Icelandic Grey. Should be delivered in approx 4 weeks. Excited first time VW owner... upgrading from a Mazda RX8

[mangoburger]

Hi Volks folks, first time poster, although I've had my Golf since new and almost up to 130,000km now, this forum looks like a friendly place. In fact it's the first forum I've ever joined, Yay VW!

Just in the process of purchasing my first Multivan, quite excited about that and probably will have a few questions once I get it home and into my garage (hoping the roof rack won't foul the door:eek:)

Main reason for loving the Multivan; got invited along on a few 800km trips through Germany in a fully crewed Multivan T4, with a designated driver happily sitting on 180kph all day while those of us in the cheap seats drank beer and made merry, poor driver!

I also once owned a 1986 Passat 1.8 hatchback in UK

Good to be here

[tgti]

hi there!

name's Mark. driving a '08 golf GTI. came across this forum, and i thought i'd join you ppl!

not exactly based in australia at the moment, i'm actually in malaysia btw. :)

[-VW-]

Hi all

I'm Victor and I drive a Polo 1.9 TDi and Polo 1.6 Comfortline

I just love boosting. . . . . . . .

[yuggers]

Hi Everyone,

Hoping to be driving a golf soon. Dropped by to read about everyones experiences with there cars.

Yuggers

[dooch]

Hi VW Owners & Enthusiast's, not currently a VW owner but in the market for a new car and the Golf is on our shopping list. I came across your forum and it's great to read what owners have to say, the good and the bad..

Cheers

dooch

[Frankenstrat]

G'day,

Frankenstrat = Frank & Stratocaster. It rolls off the tongue better than Frankenjazzbass :cool:

My late father had two Golfs in his time, a green MkII and a white MkIV. He really looked after those two cars, they were his pride and joy. Sadly, he became unable to drive following some medical problems and it broke his heart when he had to part with his Golf.

There's a distinct possibility that I'll be continuing the Wolfsburg association soon. I have the opportunity of getting a Golf as my next company vehicle so I've been doing my research, most of it courtesy of this fine web site. I've tentatively requested a 118TSi, but I could be persuaded to go for a 103TDi I'll need to start a thread either in the MkVI Forum or the Diesel Forum, I'm not sure which would be more appropriate.

My wife and I went to the VW dealer "just over the Causeway in Victoria Park" to have a look at what they had. We deliberately chose a time in the afternoon when they would be closed, I didn't wantto be pounced upon by an over-zealous salesman. We were both mightily impressed with the MkVI, it's a stunning looking car. I haven't driven one yet, but I know when I get behind the wheel it's going to be superb.

But which to get? Petrol or diesel? Decicions, decisions.

In case you didn't know, I'm in WA.

[bedazzler]

hi all.

First car was a 1970 Superbug. After driving Subaru for the last 5 years am looking to get back on VW with a Tiguan.
Keen to know all about the chip mods for teh 125 and wheel sizes that work for the Tig.

Bedazzler

[Danesir]

Hi All,

Just wanted to introduce myself as Dane, a new entrant to the VW club. Were about to take delivery of a 2010 VW Passat R36 Wagon, stepping out of our 2007 Subaru Liberty Wagon.

Looking forward to a lot more power and a lot more fun!

Regards,
Dane

[RobR32]

Hey Guys
My first post on here.
I got a Black R32 3dr with most of the goodies im a member of golfmkv.com im known on that as robgtsport. Oh and im a Red P plater.
I hope its just as good here as it is there.

Rob

[analbora]

howdee,
i have a 2002 bora 4motion black tan leather,Great car. I live in Gippsland Victoria and im a contractor and work for telstra.
I love the smooth driving from my bora great all round car....

[dylan8]

howdee,
i have a 2002 bora 4motion black tan leather,Great car. I live in Gippsland Victoria and im a contractor and work for telstra.
I love the smooth driving from my bora great all round car....

Hi there,

Firstly welcome! Where abouts in Gippsland if you don't mind me asking? Im down in bairnsdale and have a black bora also. But only a 2lt :frown:
How long have you had your 4mo?

[C.T_07]

Hey guys
Names Roni, I live in Melbourne Victoria and im a student.
I currently own a 06' Passat 2.0T and loving every min of it :D
This forum looks fantastic & I hope to learn as much as i can !

Cheers

[Rocco76]

Greetings all fellow VDubbers,

I have been involved with watercooled VW's for the past thirty years.

My first was a '76 Scirocco which I bought used in the mid-eighties. I always loved the look of them after I'd seen them in Europe and they were (and largely still are) virtually unknown in this country.

My Scirocco was one of the original six brought to this country by VW in 1976(?) to evaluate for sale in this market. I still have it and it's an unfinished project and am thinking of finding it a good home (i.e. selling it) as I've run out of space, time and energy to continue. It's in running order,body restored but needs a complete paint job. Has many technical mods (incl new Audi 2l motor,factory fuel injection, Quaife diff, GTI close ratio 5-sp box, original Bilstein Scirocco gas shock/spring package, etc, etc) and is light, fast and handles well.

I recently sold my restored 77 GolfI coupe for the same reasons: was sorry to see it go! Owned another 77 Golf 4-door before that but it was written-off in a rear-ender.

My daily driver is a 1990 GolfII GTI which has served me well and faithfully since 1998: it has clocked up 250k kms without any major repairs and is rust-free and still delivers good fuel economy although the motor is quite tired. If all cars were like this one, car- makers would be out of business.

We also own an '07 GolfV GTI which is a briiliant car and a great drive.

John

[SaBiH]

Hi guys,

I have just purchased a 2007 Black Golf GTI.

I bought the manual version without test driving the DSG.. i thought about getting the DSG, but then my wife would have a reason to drive my car, so i got the manual instead! :)

I am from Melbourne..

I haven't picked up the car yet as its getting serviced and detailed by the dealer.

[Gonad]

Hi guys,

Am on the brink on purchasing a new 2010 GTI when they hit the floors within the next couple of weeks. Definitely going the DSG but am wondering if the xenons are really worth it?

Any thoughts?

Cheers,
Gonad

[jasonc23]

Hello everyone,

Just picked up a demo 2009 Polo GTI, have big plans for it :)

jason

[63TSI]

Hi Guys,
Picked up my new Golf Comfortline TSi 118 in United Grey about 3 weeks ago after along 4 months wait. My very first VW! Couldn't resist the options and accessories, end up with the sport package with Black Vienna Leather and must say I love the ride!.....can't believe how much the car loves the corners! Also like the 17" Alloys and static corning light function.
Also opted for the Sunroof, Rear View Camera, with rear parking sensors, Sat Nav with Dynaudio Excite with Media Device Interface and Premium Bluetooth and finally Euro Plates. I'm a little overwhelmed by all the technology, it's exciting and distracting but the more I drive car the more I like it. The DSG auto gear box is taking a bit getting used to, having a problem with the car running backwards as I accelerate, VW service department say this is normal just need apply the hand brake on most hills, I'm not sure what's going on here but I'm going to call into VW and make sure all is OK. Also a slight rattle under the bonnet, maybe this is normal to. I Love my new Golf it's blown me away, can't stop looking at after parking it......a little embarrassing in public!

[paulconsidine]

Hi everyone

first post here - I own a 07 Golf 2.0 TDI DSG and am looking at replacing my Mazda tribute with a Skoda Superb (Super bee) Elegance 2.0 TDI

I am particularly interested in the options I can get, I wanted park assist and side window blinds but the dealer seems to think it will take 4 months to get one..which is a bit of a bummer.

I am also interested in the columbus system with a full phone set up that will work with a blackberry bold

Cheers

Paul

[Golf4]

Hey everyone, just posting for the first time. I've got a 1.8 20v mk4, I think I'm dumping close to 3k into it for repairs and maintenance but I got it for a fairly decent price (so I tell myself :))

About to get the rear lock regulator replaced, have just put some new Sachs struts in the front.

catch ya

[Golf4]

....I think the mk4 service costs paid for the VI development :)

[Consequence]

Hey People

I currently own a Subaru so I am here to do a bit of learning and reading as I really like the Golf VR6s, I am considering one for my next car.

Cheers

[Smead]

Hello fellow forum members,
I'm new.recently converted from a holden V8 ute. I currently have a 06 Polo GTI, silver with centre of the bonnet painted black. 17" matt black lenso type M wheels, and will be soon getting some work done on the engine side of the house

[VwEnthusiast]

G'day ladies and gentlemen.

Names Elvis...and no its not Presley and i've had my Golf MKIV 2002 for a while now. Its Black and its got all the power options as well as the sunroof which is a bonus when you're in the city such as Gold Coast. I've put a DVD player in it and aftermarket lights all around and little bits and pieces. Though some bigger mods will hopefully take place in the near future. I look forward to being a member on here and meeting some VW Enthusiasts.

Cheers

Norts88

[WABIT]

welcome mate! congrats on the purchase, how do you like the feel of the car?

what other cars did you have beforehand?

cheers
dom

[ggcstewart]

Hi, I had a TDI Golf two years ago and loved the Torque and handling,but my work sold her on me.So at the moment I'm looking around to buy one for myself.
Would love to get a hold of a 2006 TDI 6speed manual.Then I want to get some info on how to make her produce more KW's and torque. Any ideas out there would be appreciated:banana::banana:
Blessings gra

[Dano]

Hi All
New to site.....
Just took delivery of my new Passat CC
Fantastic drive and very happy with it.
Will put pics up as soon as I can stop driving it it and get the camera out....

CC
TDI
Sat Nav
Reverse Camaera
"Everything else is standard ".......
Love the hard drive- full of songs already.....

[Andrew Wilson]

G'day,

I was searching for info on VW's and Wurth and noticed your forum.
I just traded my Golf for the more family TDi Passat.Still Happy.
Better confess that I'm the Northern Sydney Automotive Sales Manager for Wurth Australia if you need a hand.
I also have a keen intrest in VW's with dealer contacts and aftermaket.
I do like to try and keep my mechanical info and trade skills up.

[Tyko]

Hi,

I'm looking at getting the mk6 GTI with DSG. My local dealer has offered to sell me one with no extras for $46k, with a $500 fuel card which includes all on road costs and a $1500 corporate discount.

What do you guys think, is this a good deal?

Thanks,

PS I've just created a new thread with this question as well.

[_ds]

Don't have much to contribute, just signed up so I can view some pics in one of the forums.

We're looking at getting a 2nd hand Multivan, specifically a 2007 Diesel Highline. If anyone has any tips on things to look for before purchasing, that'd be great.

[74passat]

Hello my fellow vw nutters.....
My name is Dave and I own a 1974 passat coupe. Ive owned it for the last 15 years and am undergoing a major restoration.... I am finding it very difficult to find parts for it now as these cars are getting very rare. I would appreciate if anyone has some info on where I could find a car/parts would be a big help....... Look forward to uploading my pics of my project progress.

[Peter Jones]

Hello my fellow vw nutters.....
My name is Dave and I own a 1974 passat coupe. Ive owned it for the last 15 years and am undergoing a major restoration.... I am finding it very difficult to find parts for it now as these cars are getting very rare. I would appreciate if anyone has some info on where I could find a car/parts would be a big help....... Look forward to uploading my pics of my project progress.

Welcome aboard. Take a look at the Passat I'm working on at the moment.
http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newforum/upload/showthread.php?t=24078

What parts do you need?

Pete

[DonkeyKong]

Hello, I thought I am joining the forum to share my Golf experience and to learn from others but after the registration and logged in, I could not get into the other threads until I logged out again. I am getting a message of something like "not enough privileges". What is going on?

DonkeyKong, you do not have permission to access this page. This could be due to one of several reasons:

1. Your user account may not have sufficient privileges to access this page. Are you trying to edit someone else's post, access administrative features or some other privileged system?
2. If you are trying to post, the administrator may have disabled your account, or it may be awaiting activation.

[dave_r]

Don't need to start a new thread as there isn't much to say...other than where do I sign for a new Golf R!

[DonkeyKong]

Wrong post

[insomnia]

Hey Everyone, My names Rob. I've owned a 2001 MKIV Golf GL Rally for the last 4 years. Love it to bits, aside its few little issues that the mkiv's have. Joined here to jump into some of the other threads and offer and ask for assistance where required.

*edit* Forgot to add that I am from Forest Hill in Melbourne, Victoria.

[r down under]

interested in the new r .Although having driven the new Gti and been blown away at how well it goes wonder how much better the r will be <also if the overseas posts are anything to go by what price premium will be paid>
Still may be tempted

[des]

Hello, just checking in here

My name is Des and I am from Tasmania, have been in VW's a few years now, have a Mk1 Golf and a 1965 Volkswagen Beetle 1200.


Hope to learn more and chat with other VW enthusiasts here,

thanks


Kind Regards
Des

[SpeedBird]

G'day There, Im from sydney, am interested in the new Golf Mk6 model GTI trying to get a feel for this kind of product before doing the leap and buying one. May the feel and owners experiences sway me in to join this badge for a long time to come. Cheers

[tommykairaR]

Hey all, I'm Tom from Sydney.

I currently drive a Toyota Starlet and I am looking to buy an MK6 Golf GTi in a few years time.

[Diesel Dubber]

Hello folks,
First time VW owner. Golf MK VI Diesel 2.0 TDI, Sports Pack, and few other cosmetic accessories. Central Coast owner who is enjoying the new car experience. Upgraded from a 92 Ford that had more miles on than I got grey hairs. (And that's a lot)

[thezoneR32]

Hi everyone, Just bought an 06 R32 in blue and thought I'd drop a line here. I have noticed that a lot of people have posted here but not got a response. Oh well I posted anyway. Cheers
see ya round the forum!:banana:


PS, What an awsome car!

[GTI 170]

Gday Guys, Had my GTI for about 2 weeks now, living in south west Syd, and loving every second in it!!

It has a stack of mods: APR chip, fmic, hpfp, KW type 2 suspension, Milltek turbo back quad exhaust, H&R sway bars, A Peloquin LSD, Neuspeed short shift kit, upgraded clutch, carbon fiber cold air intake, and 18's.

But with all these mods, not only is it HUGE fun, it also has a huge amount of Torque which happily decided to rip off my front exhaust mount and now makes a horrid metal on metal vibration sound in first gear!!! Not happy! I has a dog bone mount, and a lower torque arm mount to help with engine movement, but obviously its still not enough! Got it booked in to a custom exhaust shop at Carlton next week to see what they can make up for it!

But other than that its a top car, tons of fun, and hopefully will have this small hickup sorted very soon!!

See you all on the road!

Safe Driving!

James P.

[RXZILA]

Long time reader, first time poster.... Got a 3 door 08 manual GTI with a few small mods.

[OzGuy]

I got a MY08 Jetta last year and just love driving it EVERY TIME to get behind the wheel. Performance (DSG), economy, good looking car (silver with sunroof) and has the safety features, entertainment and convenience items which make long trips wonderful. Even with 42k km tyres are still good, though I will be loooking for advice on replacements by Q1 2010.

Dan

[vkssga]

Hi, just bought a Black Automatic 1997 Golf GL for my mrs as her car broke down(lancer). Got it with no reg or rwc for $3700, has 132,000k's.. Immaculate inside and out only problem is the gearbox needs replacing or fixing have been quoted $2000-$2500 for a second hand oneor upto $4000 for reco box. I'm in victoria and if any one can help me out I would very much appreciate it.
cheers, brad

[JPM]

Hi All,
GF and I just purchased a second hand crewvan t5, pick up thursday after they wack on some roof racks and a towbar. initial plan is to put in a futon on an elevated base so we can put it to use for various sporting weekends away. Original plan was possibly a kombi beach but need a more flexible interior and not so many creature comforts. Planning on slowly decking out the crewvan as we figure out what we do need before heading off for some longer trips.
TDI 1.9 manual T5 2007

[fuzion]

Lots of newbies.. good to see.

Keep an eye out in Club / Events / GTG's (get togethers) Section for your state/city for any cruises/events that are on which normally each month something is on!

[rev9]

have been reading this forum for awhile.
i'm looking at getting myself into vw soon.

[raybau]

Hey guys!

Just about to join the world of VW... about to take the plunge on a new Golf GTi VI.... already heaps of useful information for helping with my purchase. Thanks in advance!

Ray.

[twrmac22]

Hi my name's Tim, I'm from Perth - my first car was a 1978 Golf GLS - had it (and loved it) for three years but it got yellow stickered and de-licenced earlier this year. I don't have the money to get it fixed up so now I have to sell it. No one's interested, though, cos the body work's in crap condition. :(

[squirrel]

Hi all, am Dave otherwise known to all and sundry as Squirrel.

Having owned mainly VWs (three Polos - 80, 84 and 98) and Audi Coupes (89 and then a horrible 81 5-cylinder one) back in the UK, i've rejoined the Wolfsburg fold by buying a 1981 Golf GTi that my mate imported about 5 years ago.

Plan is to get this beastie back to its former glory - the hard yards are already done, it just needs tidying up.

Will be hitting you up for advice in the near future. Cheers!

[james66]

Hi.

Into my second month with my new R32. I have always been a holden owner, Statesman's, SS's, all V8s. I drove a GTI about 12 months ago and was considering buying it for my wife but it all got a bit too hard with financing etc and I really wasn't keen on a four cylinder. So recently took a test drive of an R32 just on a whim and was completely blown away by the power and the note. Couldn't get hold of one quick enough. Available in WA at the time were black ones only which I'm not a fan of. So an internet search turned up an ex demo in NSW, deal done. I would like to give the motor a little tweak, nothing too serious and would welcome anyones advice as to who in Perth you can trust these machines with including general servicing. Im in south east Perth but will travel to where ever for the right service. Also it came with the GPS system which is lame as. Does anyone know of where you can get a better one fitted?

[Oiler]

Hi All,
Well last June I purchased an 09 EOS 103 TDi for the wife and have been its keeper and driver when I can wrest it from her. :bowdown: Absolutely love this car.
Did the Krytox thing, ran it in as a diesel should, ( had new turbo diesels in boats in a past life ) and as it was the first European car we have owned since the early 90's I was really surprised by the quality. (Holden Commodore SS's the last 12 years).

So when my left shoulder gave out and gear changing on the Manual SS on the M2 in the morning was becoming extremely painful, I decided to buy the Golf 103 TD 09 build week before last.
Have run it now over 8 days and its a great car. Wife has now taken a shine to it, the Golf that is, and the possibility of taking the Eos to work and back are looking good.

Seriously though, both cars are great and as far coming down from a 6 litre V8 to the 2 litre diesel, is a non issue as the Eos being able now to be opened up gets off the mark quick enough. I expect the Golf the better as it weighs in close to 200 Kg less.

Only issue is the two keys look very much alike ( there is slight colour difference in the VW logo) so a small cable tie to the chrome loop fixed that.

Hopefully I can contribute to the forum in the future.

Klaus

[pgray]

Hi

I'm hoping to buy a Tiguan TDI very soon. I'm a little unsure as to what features are great to have & what would just be nice.

Hoping this forum will be great to learn & contribute.

Regards

Peter

[booya]

Just bought one. Waiting till Feb/March. Will post pics then!

[Dave2003]

Have just purchased a GTI Mk6:

- red
- 5 dr
- leather
- 18s
- bluetooth
- MDI
- tints

for $46,400

Views?

[minty_minto]

Hi to everyone on vw watercooled i have been meaning to get on here for an absolute age now...... finally done it!

my names danny minto and i drive an r32 mk4, blue pearl currentley living in the city of sydney. ive seen a few other r`s about the place my rego was a qld 373 htj now its a horrible yellow nsw plate for a few weeks until my euro plate of MINTO is sorted out. the car is totally standard for now but planned are black 20`s and black vw badges.

have to say i love my car had it for just over a year now would love to hear from other mk4 r`s as there ain't to many about!!! ive had a bit a banter with a few of you but you dont get much time in between traffic lights!

peace out

Danny

[thisisRossco]

Hi.

Ross Here, Driving a White MkV GTI. White painted bumpers, Sunroof, Xenons, really scratched Rims, etc etc etc...

Most likely to be spotted around the Bundoora/Watsonia/Thomastown/Epping area's of Melbourne...

Cheers!

[Miha]

Hey there,

Just joined the forum.. Recently boght a Silver Golf MKIV GTI as a get around car. Here to learn more about the car and save my self some time/money by fixing things my self. You will never notice my car around where I live, It seems Caulfield/Elsternwick in Melbourne is the home for Golf's.. There are 6 silver golfs just in my street.

Thanks,

Michael

[Dave8878]

G'day all, I would just like to introduce myself as a friendly local VW salesman. I will be happy to answer any questions on anything VW.

I own a Mark 4 Golf GTI in Silver

[kailey34]

Hello

I have recently discovered the new Golf GTI and am now in the market to purchase. To help me find out more about this car I went googling I found your fantastic website. Just reading the commentary from many of you has been entertaining and informative. Keep up the great work guys.

:P