Golf GTI Adidas - Limited Edition Coming To Australia

[Lima]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas01s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas02s-1.jpg

This will be on show at the Wörthersee Tour later this month.

Cosmetic tweaks only apparently, plus bi-xenons and rear LEDs as standard. Wonder how the adidas styled interior will look. There'll be 4410 on sale soon, only LHD I think.

VW will also be releasing a modified GTI Excessive at Wörthersee. That should be a bit more extreme than the adidas by the sounds of things.

Edited by coreying

It is confirmed that this car is now coming to Australia. See my post here (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f112/golf-gti-adidas-limited-edition-coming-australia-44404-4.html#post561252)

[Maverick]

Are Volkswagen targeting that group of people that live in Adidas track pants?

[Lima]

It's a step up from an N13 Pulsar Reebok I guess, haha.

[nau]

doesnt stand out enf to be 'special'
hope interior stands out a bit more

[Maverick]

doesnt stand out enf to be 'special'
hope interior stands out a bit more

Needs to have two large stripes down each side.

[Mk6 GTI]

Are Volkswagen targeting that group of people that live in Adidas track pants?

oww i seriously hope not!! LoL

[goodfella]

Needs to have two large stripes down each side.

needs 3 large stripes!!!

[Corey_R]

It's a shame that they didn't release a picture of the interior, since that's where the big individuality of this model apparently exists. The outside doesn't look any different, apart from the wheels of course (and the LED tailights, not pictured... although they'd just be the same as the optional ones).

[Axis]

It's a step up from an N13 Pulsar Reebok I guess, haha.

Hahaha - I thought the same thing!

[G-rig]

Are Volkswagen targeting that group of people that live in Adidas track pants?

Optional extras include: bum bag, two mobile phones, 5 gold chains, a fake diamond earing and a 50 Cent cd.

[Golf Houso]

Addidas is and always was a German company, I'm looking forward to seeing the interior...

[Maverick]

I'm looking forward to seeing the interior...

http://shopadidas.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/nissan2.jpg

[Golf Houso]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

Do you even know what Addidas does or what their history is?

Those seats look comfy though haha!!!

[Tux]

Humour from Maverick? Very funny though...

[Big Yellow]

Do you even know what Addidas does or what their history is?

Those seats look comfy though haha!!!
They're were both involved with hitler?

[irossiter]

Classic. Probably targeting the "Chaves" in Britain!! Comes with complimentary gold chain or mini soccer ball hanging from the rear view mirror! Yo Bruva. I am witchu.
How about the unforgettable Barina "Sportsgirl." Or was it a Swift?

[G-rig]

Hopefully it doesn't attract too many fully sic cousins to the brand, enough of them with old Audi's with chromies now.

[AdamD]

Link with high-res pics (including interior). (http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/05/vw-golf-gti-adidas-special-unveiled.html)

And it will be sold here in Australia, in 3- and 5 door. That's a surprise!

[G-rig]

Link with high-res pics (including interior). (http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/05/vw-golf-gti-adidas-special-unveiled.html)

Nice find. Doesn't seem like much of a theme, you can buy those mats, golf gear shifters and change the RCD510 colours in VCDS. Looks like its really just the seats and the wheels.

[nau]

I like the seats but as a theme car - needs a bit more thn that...

[Corey_R]

I think that the interior on the Adidas is a lot nicer than on the Pirelli :)

And I say that as an individual who owns no tracksuits with stripes ;)
:D

[AdamD]

I think that the interior on the Adidas is a lot nicer than on the Pirelli :)

And I say that as an individual who owns no tracksuits with stripes ;)
:D

+1.

I like the wheels and tail lights, and the interior is okay, but that's about it. I certainly wouldn't buy one over the stocker.

[Syd118TSI]

Yeah, the interior is ok. I don't like the adidas logo on the window frame, or the weird poses of the models :P

[mattyf83]

coming from someone who loves Adidas and has some 3 stripe trackies, (old school Trefoil) i think the seats are hideous. They are better than than the pirelli but they were terrible.

The wheels are nice and the exterior looks good,

[G-rig]

Not a fan of the wheels.

Agree the pirelli seats are pretty bad.

[Lima]

More pics... (http://www.ausmotive.com/2010/05/14/worthersee-volkswagen-golf-gti-adidas.html)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas03s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas05s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas06s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas07s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas08s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas09s-1.jpg

[Golf Houso]

thats pretty hectic....

[irossiter]

Doof doof doof doof doof

[Christopher]

Th golf ball gear stick is good though... Shame it's only pictured for the DSG stick and not the manual stick...

[REXman]

Different from the garden variety. I like it.

[blanch0b]

only thing i like is the golfball dsg... the rest is U-G-L-Y

whens Kappa going to release a GTI? now theres one i would consider :P

(mullet MUST be included as stock... otherwise there dreamin')

[REXman]

Truth be told, you can over-capatilise.

[ConR]

I'm looking forward to the Heineken version =)

[blanch0b]

theyve branched out to Hello kitty too..... wtf?

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/08/tumblr_l0fr3liy3T1qzvk4co1_500-1.jpg

[Corey_R]

hehe - I saw this one when I was in Dalian, China, last month...
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/08/IMG_2310Small-1.jpg

[Corey_R]

Alright boys and girls. As originally shown at Wörthersee earlier this year, the Golf GTI Adidas is coming to Australia!!!

It'll be in limited numbers, much like the MKV GTI Pirelli.

RRP $45,990 + ORC
5 Door DSG only

In addition to regular GTI features and inclusions you get:
Adidas seats & stitching, gear knob and heated seats
Bi-Xenon
Bluetooth
LED Taillights
Media Device Interface
Serron 18" Alloys

Also much like the MKV GTI Pirelli, the options are also more limited, with only the following options available:
ACC
Park assist + RVC
RNS-510
Sunroof

And finally, the only two colours are Candy White & Tornado Red!


http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas01s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas02s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas03s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas05s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas06s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas07s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas08s-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas09s-1.jpg

Thanks to Lima and AUSmotive.com (http://www.ausmotive.com/) for pics :)

[triode12]

No improvement in performance makes this LE only for show/bling unfortunately.

[OilBurna]

VW (http://www.carsales.com.au/news/2010/small-passenger/volkswagen/golf/vw%E2%80%99s-hot-shoe-hatch-on-show-at-aims-21824)

looks like good pricing if it has DSG and Xenons std with part leather / fabric seats. where are the free trakky dacks and hat?

[Converted]

Agreed, good value for the additional options as standard. Still, 3-door better looking :rolleyes:

They should include a sign/sticker that says 'No Nikes Allowed'. Maybe include B&W racing stripes on the exterior similar to the Adidas 3-stripes. Good one about free trekkies :P

[rs73]

the pics are for 3dr but australia gets 5dr version?

these pics below just out today @ TheAge

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/09/1_image68160_b_600600x400-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/09/image68161_b_600600x400-1.jpg
I'm not so sure of these trackpant design on the seat, prefer the jacky stripes!
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/09/image68166_b_600600x400-1.jpg

[bwen]

If only they got the K04 like the Pirellis did!

[REXman]

I was a bit whatever about this but I actually like the interior looks awesome and the car gets LEDs and xenons standard - nice!

[AdamD]

I was a bit whatever about this but I actually like the interior looks awesome and the car gets LEDs and xenons standard - nice!

I believe the LEDs are the lighter (Cherry?) red tails that are a factory option in Europe, and not the darker Golf R colour. So you should still be able to distinguish it from an R - during the day at least. ;)

[Converted]

Hmmm...still not too sure if i want 'adidas' all over my car. I don't mind Pirrelli coz its associated with cars and racing.

[AlpineM3E92]

Crap, can't believe VW has stooped to this level, marketing takes over. The Pirelli was/is nice IMO (not yellow sorry), subtle but liveable and relevant to the auto industry.

Reminds me of this... (link found on another site, VWVORTEX if you are wondering)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0E_4jTdvHcw&feature=player_embedded

[blanch0b]

i agree - if i were buying my car again id look at this one as for $3k extra you actually get quite a bit extra, i do really like those wheels...

however i couldnt bring myself to be sitting on adidas seats for the next few years... TACKY!! :P

[Converted]

I get the feeling that we are all threading on thin ice here, trying hard to be politically correct and not offend Adidas trekkie wearers. :P Nothing wrong with them...absolutely...:rolleyes:

[blanch0b]

I get the feeling that we are all threading on thin ice here, trying hard to be politically correct and not offend Adidas trekkie wearers. :P Nothing wrong with them...absolutely...:rolleyes:

apart from their mullets - and they always seem to be hanging around bowling alleys which seems odd to me.... :P

[Converted]

and they always seem to be hanging around bowling alleys which seems odd to me.... :P

hmmm...good point, i don't recall adidas sponsoring bowling.

[VooWoo!]

I'm looking forward to the Heineken version =)

Hopefully you'll get a free case beer with that, which you'll try to finish on the way back from the dealer...

"But officer, they came with the car".

[irossiter]

I want those carpet mats with red piping! Has anyone heard where we can get them for RHD cars.

[Corey_R]

I want those carpet mats with red piping! Has anyone heard where we can get them for RHD cars.

I'm not quite sure why you're posting that question in THIS thread, since the matts in the Adidas don't have red piping (they do have a red line, maybe stitching?, around the inside of the piping though). But yes, we've always known where you get those mats from. From your VW Dealer...

[dodgeGTI]

wow.... make someone feel LESS welcome.

[Tony_Mitchell_1983]

wow.... make someone feel LESS welcome.


Yeah... agreed. Between indicators and floor mats, Coreying is clearly having a bad week.

I have a set of those floor mats. For LHD! I ordered them whaen I ordered my new RHD headlights from overseas, expecting the mats to also be for RHD. WRONG!

[maca]

Will be checking this out when it's time to replace the McJetta. Mainly for the white, the lights, the wheels and the gearknob.

I'd remove the "Adidas" inscription on the B Pillar in a heartbeat.

[tinto]

Other than VW & Adidas being German, what is the connection?
My Pirelli came with some Pirellis.

... *looks at his ugg boots...* *calls Holden design dept*
New look Barina is on the cards fellas. Expect sheepskin.

[fergus]

Guys

Maybe I am a bit slow on the uptake but at the Sydney Motor Show, VW released a new GTi variant that os an aesthetic makeover in conjunction with Adidas.

There is quiote a few visual enhancements (Leather bolsters in the seats, wheels, different gear knob etc AND "R" LED TAILLIGHTS !) and also things like MDI & Bluetooth included. Price is $45,990 + on road costs for 5 Door with DSG. On the surface of it, it sounds like a pretty good deal but my initial impression is that the seats don't look as good as the standard ones.

Anyway, here's a link to an article of the full details:
Volkswagen Golf GTI adidas edition to debut at Australian International Motor Show | Car Advice | Reviews (http://www.caradvice.com.au/84697/volkswagen-golf-gti-adidas-edition-to-launch-at-australian-international-motor-show/)

Apologies if this is "old news" to everyone

[SilvrFoxX]

Yeah this is a tad dated.. you are bang on the money about the seats.. but if you like the idea of some cosmetics for the money then you are going to be happy

[Corey_R]

Maybe I am a bit slow on the uptake
You're very slow on the update!

Please use the search function before creating a new thread. I mean seriously, it takes you about 1/10th the time to type "Adidas" into the "Search this forum" function on the right hand side of any forum listing, than it does for me to have to merge two threads and go through this process....

[goodfella]

VW released a new GTi variant that is an aesthetic makeover in conjunction with Adidas.

Having just completed a Master of Business degree with a module on New Product Development, I can tell you there are well documented processes at play, one of those being Product Lifecycle.. Given the Mk6 GTI has been in production long before we got it here, VAG would be looking at the possible ways to extend the lifecycle, and co-branding is one such vehicle (no pun) .

Given the fallout of the GFC is still affecting global markets, VW may have turned to local organisations for this co-branding support..

PS.. I also found that NPD can also be an acronym for something else.. google it (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narcissistic_personality_disorder)

[fergus]

You're very slow on the update!

Please use the search function before creating a new thread. I mean seriously, it takes you about 1/10th the time to type "Adidas" into the "Search this forum" function on the right hand side of any forum listing, than it does for me to have to merge two threads and go through this process....

Corey - you must have missed the bit where I said sorry in advance. Why is it that you always have to be so blunt in the way you come across.

[Corey_R]

Having just completed a Master of Business degree with a module on New Product Development, I can tell you there are well documented processes at play, one of those being Product Lifecycle.. Given the Mk6 GTI has been in production long before we got it here, VAG would be looking at the possible ways to extend the lifecycle, and co-branding is one such vehicle (no pun) .
The MK6 Golf GTI was officially launched on March 23, 2009. It was available for sale in Germany within a few days, Europe within a few weeks, and then Australia had its launched in Australian 6 months later in September...

[Corey_R]

Corey - you must have missed the bit where I said sorry in advance. Why is it that you always have to be so blunt in the way you come across.

Because it's frustrating when I've just had to spend 15 minutes of my own time clearing up other posts and moving them around, and then someone doesn't take the 30 seconds to type "Adidas" into the search thingy causing me to have to spend another 2 or 3 minutes. Sorry if I come across blunt, but when I'm already time limited and you waste more of my time, I'm not going to spend even more time making my messages all nice and fluffy. :)

[Pepe]

Having just completed a Master of Business degree with a module on New Product Development, I can tell you there are well documented processes at play, one of those being Product Lifecycle.. Given the Mk6 GTI has been in production long before we got it here, VAG would be looking at the possible ways to extend the lifecycle, and co-branding is one such vehicle (no pun) .

Given the fallout of the GFC is still affecting global markets, VW may have turned to local organisations for this co-branding support.

With the added benefit of helping Adidas clear out a bunch of unsold tracksuits from their warehouses too no doubt :) Win-Win!

[elisiX]

lol Pepe... that seat trim is terrible IMO.

[Lima]

I think I'd prefer the GT3 Cup "adidas"! :banana:

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/10/Porsche911GT3Cup23s-1.jpg

[Corey_R]

Lol... now THAT is hot! :D

[DreamensioN]

VW have updated their website...you can register your interest in the Adidas edition here:
Volkswagen Australia (http://www.volkswagen.com.au/en.html)

[mfl]

I have 5 available....

I am not surprised you have 5 available

[DAL344]

I have 5 available....

I certainly don't want one .... but did you get my email sweetie??

[Peteaussi]

I have 5 available....

What colours?

[Parky]

Volkswagen - Golf GTI adidas (http://www.volkswagenaustralia.com.au/golfgtiadidas/)

VW and Adidas team up for this beauty.. it has an Adidas 3 tripe theme continuing throughout the car and seats.. Its sick, my cousin put a deposit down today, he cant wait to APR flash it, slam it and roll with some 20" chromies.

http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/1387/volkswagengolfgtiadidas.jpg (http://img145.imageshack.us/i/volkswagengolfgtiadidas.jpg/)

http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/1387/volkswagengolfgtiadidas.jpg (http://img97.imageshack.us/i/volkswagengolfgtiadidas.jpg/)

[guliver_twist]

lovely, i hope its hot pink in colour...

[hooba]

lovely, i hope its hot pink in colour...

+ with neons.

[bwen]

Its sick, my cousin put a deposit down today, he cant wait to APR flash it, slam it and roll with some 20" chromies. He thinks he can take by APR 2+ GTI..haha no chance!

Are you joking or being serious? I'm not sure, I just don't think you'll be able to fit 20's under there without some rubbing issues

[Ideo]

Yes. Sick it is.

As in vomit inducing.

[DDTW]

I saw a Tornado Red one in VW Bayside. It had LED DRLs. Good looking IMHO! The interior colour combi is nice but I'm not a fan of the stripes though!

[SuperHans]

3 strips always remind me of :
http://chavspeak.info/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/chav-swagger-fun1.jpg

but i know they're "not bovered" :)

[Blitzen]

It's still as ugly as the standard mk6 GTI... The interior is just cack inducing...

[triode12]

It's still as ugly as the standard mk6 GTI... The interior is just cack inducing...

[stifled chuckle]... +1

[REXman]

Im obviously in the minority here, but I'd rather the GTI than the standard GTI.

I dont mind the interior. Its a lot more "racy" than the tartan "jacky".. but I like it just as much.

And I am guessing, (but cant be sure) it is more exclusive than a regular GTI.

But obviously this comes at extra cost over the standard GTI..

[bwen]

Im obviously in the minority here, but I'd rather the GTI than the standard GTI.

I dont mind the interior. Its a lot more "racy" than the tartan "jacky".. but I like it just as much.

And I am guessing, (but cant be sure) it is more exclusive than a regular GTI.

But obviously this comes at extra cost over the standard GTI..

If only it was like the Pirelli with even engine upgrades also. I guess the Adidas has R LED Taillights also I think?

[REXman]

Yeah your right, LED tails.. Xenons standard. 18 inch wheels.. Cant remember what else right now but its a nice package.

[7R]

Adidas badges, different 18s, xenons, LED tails, leather seats, sunroof, satnav, ACC, RVC, MDI, Premium BT, tint, DSG for $52.5k on road last week in Sydney. As I said in the purchasing thread - I just couldn't drive a car named after a shoe...

[REXman]

3 strips always remind me of :
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/


Two hot chicks with pillows under there tops? One working a lollipop?

Or you get reminded of men in green? :)

[triode12]

If only it was like the Pirelli with even engine upgrades also. I guess the Adidas has R LED Taillights also I think?

The fact that VW haven't done any engine upgrades to the EA888 for the Adidas limited edition leads to me to suspect that the EA888 can't handle them. i.e it isn't as robust in it's current form as the EA113. Otherwise, they would have just used the EA888 with a KO4 in the R.

As limited editions go, this Adidas LE is in the same league as the Limited Editions that the Japanese car companies put out. i.e. slap on some stickers, some alloys and different coloured fabric. e.g. Suzuki Sportsgirl edition Swift, Nissan Reebok edition Pulsar.

[Corey_R]

Now now triod12... I like bagging out the EA888 as much as the next person (especially since WJ keeps trying to remind us how great it is). But we all know that it can take more than it currently does, since it has more in the Audi's. Not any more killerwasps, but more torques! More torques in fact than the Golf R in Australia.... 155kW and 350Nm. This comes simply by the addition of variable valve lift :)

[Souljak]

Stopped by the my dealership today for a poke around and they had 4 on the lot, there certainly not my cup of tea. I hate to say it but I think in years to come they will turn out like the Reebok pulsar. You say you drive an old pulsar no one cares. Tell em you drive the Reebok edition and you just get laughed at.

... in saying all that id still take the wheels over the Detroits any day of the week though

[hooba]

The fact that VW haven't done any engine upgrades to the EA888 for the Adidas limited edition leads to me to suspect that the EA888 can't handle them. i.e it isn't as robust in it's current form as the EA113. Otherwise, they would have just used the EA888 with a KO4 in the R.

As limited editions go, this Adidas LE is in the same league as the Limited Editions that the Japanese car companies put out. i.e. slap on some stickers, some alloys and different coloured fabric. e.g. Suzuki Sportsgirl edition Swift, Nissan Reebok edition Pulsar.

Remember kiddies that opinions are like assholes, the looser they are the more questions people ask. ;)

[Parky]

Adidas is a classic German sports apparel company.. They invented the leather football studded boots, just like VW invented the hot hatch GTI. In Europe they are well respected. Im not ashamed to say I wear Adidas boots for soccer and have a few Adidas Chelsea jerseys + Jackets.
Why all the Hate?

I'd say its a great combination for a limited model..

[7R]

Stopped by the my dealership today for a poke around and they had 4 on the lot, there certainly not my cup of tea. I hate to say it but I think in years to come they will turn out like the Reebok pulsar. You say you drive an old pulsar no one cares. Tell em you drive the Reebok edition and you just get laughed at.

... in saying all that id still take the wheels over the Detroits any day of the week though

Hmmm our dealer has two still in stock - their total allotment from VWA. It seems like they aren't really selling maybe? He says 200 only brought to Australia.

[triode12]

Adidas is a classic German sports apparel company.. They invented the leather football studded boots, just like VW invented the hot hatch GTI. In Europe they are well respected. Im not ashamed to say I wear Adidas boots for soccer and have a few Adidas Chelsea jerseys + Jackets.
Why all the Hate?

I'd say its a great combination for a limited model..

I don't think people have problems with Adidas per se - they do make great products. It is more the fact that VW trying to cash in on their branding rather than putting out a limited edition that is really something that is worthy of the title.

[triode12]

Remember kiddies that opinions are like assholes, the looser they are the more questions people ask. ;)

WTF is your problem?

[Souljak]

Remember kiddies that opinions are like assholes, the looser they are the more questions people ask. ;)

This is a "forum" is it not?

@kojarena
Yeah, im positive. One on the ramps, one out the front on the grass and two by the fence. Its the wheels that makes them stand out, but apart from the logo on the side you wouldnt be able to tell is was some limited special edition. Its not until you up close do you see the LED tails.

I dont think its peoples perception of Adidas, I certainly dont have a problem with them and they make some good stuff. Im of the opinion that apart from a few branding differences there's no need to have this over the standard GTI. Especially with what it costs to get one on the road you are starting to look at Golf R money ... and who would possible choose this over the R is beyond me. My only question is who are their target market for this trim level?

[REXman]

Adidas is a classic German sports apparel company.. They invented the leather football studded boots, just like VW invented the hot hatch GTI. In Europe they are well respected. Im not ashamed to say I wear Adidas boots for soccer and have a few Adidas Chelsea jerseys + Jackets.
Why all the Hate?

I'd say its a great combination for a limited model..

Same I reckon too. Adidas also sponsor the NBA which I am infatuated with. I understand people have their market position of things.. That's all it is. The car is great version of the GTI.. And has a heap of extras.. And apparently according to Kojarena, there are only going to be 200 of them.

Sometimes getting something unique is getting something not everyone wants. :)

[Blitzen]

Hahaha... I think you are all missing the point... The ugly interior does something I didn't realize could be done... It makes the already ugly Mk6 GTI even uglier... It's like it was on fire and then put out with a bike chain....

[SilvrFoxX]

This is a "forum" is it not?

@kojarena
Yeah, im positive. One on the ramps, one out the front on the grass and two by the fence. Its the wheels that makes them stand out, but apart from the logo on the side you wouldnt be able to tell is was some limited special edition. Its not until you up close do you see the LED tails.

I dont think its peoples perception of Adidas, I certainly dont have a problem with them and they make some good stuff. Im of the opinion that apart from a few branding differences there's no need to have this over the standard GTI. Especially with what it costs to get one on the road you are starting to look at Golf R money ... and who would possible choose this over the R is beyond me. My only question is who are their target market for this trim level?

I Suggest Gen Y and Gen Next.. all the research points to this age group being drawn to brands.. if the generic GTI doesn't grab them then maybe the recipe of German branding will get them through the door.. my guess it wont quite hit the mark because VW is not an inexpensive option for the young uns

[SilvrFoxX]

Hahaha... I think you are all missing the point... The ugly interior does something I didn't realize could be done... It makes the already ugly Mk6 GTI even uglier... It's like it was on fire and then put out with a bike chain....

ummm you looking for a reaction... ?

[Blitzen]

ummm you looking for a reaction... ?

Haha, what do think??

[SilvrFoxX]

Haha, what do think?? I think you are failing.. unless you count this then you are a winnar

[Blitzen]

I think you are failing.. unless you count this then you are a winnar

And the fish is hooked and running...

Oh trust me, I'm a winnar!! I honestly think the Mk6 GTI is the bug eyed WRX of the Golf stable... And the Adidas tops it off!!

[REXman]

Hahaha... I think you are all missing the point... The ugly interior does something I didn't realize could be done... It makes the already ugly Mk6 GTI even uglier... It's like it was on fire and then put out with a bike chain....

Only one problem..

a) GTI is a handsome car. Its so far from ugly, It could sleep with a YARIS and still have good looking children.

b) all this coming from an owner of what might be one of the ugliest cars in the decade worth over $20K.. the polo gti. Sorry dude, but definitely not feeling the last model - at all.:facepalm:

c) The Box. Back in it.

[Ohmang]

Alright boys and girls. As originally shown at Wörthersee earlier this year, the Golf GTI Adidas is coming to Australia!!!

It'll be in limited numbers, much like the MKV GTI Pirelli.

RRP $45,990 + ORC
5 Door DSG only

In addition to regular GTI features and inclusions you get:
Adidas seats & stitching, gear knob and heated seats
Bi-Xenon
Bluetooth
LED Taillights
Media Device Interface
Serron 18" Alloys

Also much like the MKV GTI Pirelli, the options are also more limited, with only the following options available:
ACC
Park assist + RVC
RNS-510
Sunroof

And finally, the only two colours are Candy White & Tornado Red!


http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas07s-1.jpg


http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/05/VWGolfGTIadidas09s-1.jpg

Thanks to Lima and AUSmotive.com (http://www.ausmotive.com/) for pics :)

Not too keen on the seats - a bit tacky.

[Dub_Star_V6]

How do you say 'cynical marketing ploy'...

:facepalm:

[triode12]

Only one problem..

a) GTI is a handsome car. Its so far from ugly, It could sleep with a YARIS and still have good looking children.

b) all this coming from an owner of what might be one of the ugliest cars in the decade worth over $20K.. the polo gti. Sorry dude, but definitely not feeling the last model - at all.:facepalm:

c) The Box. Back in it.

I'd have to agree that the MKIV Polo GTI isn't the best looking car out there...but it ain't as bad looking as the Yaris or Swift. It is also IMO the most fun to drive of recent VWs. It may not be the best performing in stock form. But IME, it is even more entertaining to drive than my Pirelli, the MkVI GTI, the R and new Polo GTI.

[Corey_R]

But IME, it is even more entertaining to drive than my Pirelli, the MkVI GTI, the R and new Polo GTI.

Can't disagree with that! (Though I haven't driven your Pirelli :P

[Blitzen]

Only one problem..

a) GTI is a handsome car. Its so far from ugly, It could sleep with a YARIS and still have good looking children.

b) all this coming from an owner of what might be one of the ugliest cars in the decade worth over $20K.. the polo gti. Sorry dude, but definitely not feeling the last model - at all.:facepalm:

c) The Box. Back in it.

Well that's how I think it's an ugly car... If it's uglier than a 9N3 Polo GTI, then by **** it's ugly... Totally agree about the last model in the 6R Polo though... It's almost as ugly as the Mk6 Golf...

[VW Central]

no k04 = nothing to see here

[REXman]

no k04 = nothing to see here

LOL :) yeah yeah

[Souljak]

Not too keen on the seats - a bit tacky.

The seats to me look like those cheap neoprene seats covers you get from Supercheap or Autobarn. Only thing missing is the Playboy logo

[Ohmang]

The seats to me look like those cheap neoprene seats covers you get from Supercheap or Autobarn. Only thing missing is the Playboy logo


LOL yeh - $9.99 each on special. Wonder if the fluffy dice are included hahahahha!! :cookie:

edit: You know the show "Pizza" that was shown on SBS? - Pauly or Habib would drive one of these!!

[Kwoka]

Someone posted on youtube their Aus spec Adidas edition GTI

YouTube - *NEW* 2011 VW Golf GTI adidas edition (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqNmXxr_TuA)

[masev]

Now that sh!% is just FULLY SICK!!!:icon_puke:

[guest12345]

I just don't see who would buy this car... Adidas isn't related to cars at all, it is an apparel brand. Having adidas sign all over my car means nothing.

There is absolutely nothing special in terms of performance or added features of this car over the standard gti, for the pirelli, it has a different engine and turbo, plus pirelli is a car related product brand.

Everything about this car is just tacky, the gear knob is the worst imo

This car is really just suited to those who is in love with adidas, because seriously there is no reason to pay the same price for adidas cloth, when you can get leather.

[Corey_R]

Hey.... Xenons with LED DRL's, LED Tail lights, metal door sill scuff plates (bwhaha, all you stock GTI owners are jealous aren't you!), more interesting and unique wheels, golf-ball-style DSG shifter.... seriously... what's not to like?! :D

[DreamensioN]

I just don't see who would buy this car... <snip>

Everything about this car is just tacky... <snip>

This car is really just suited to those who is in love with adidas....<snip>

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/gtibro-1.jpg


I totally agree with you. Though I can somehow see a lot of these selling in Melbourne, and western Sydney :P

Adidas isn't even that crash hot of a brand. Now, if it was a "Hugo Boss" edition, or something it would get more respect from me. Italian handstiched leather seats, instead of "new car smell", it smelled like "Boss" etc.

[brimway]

Like it or not, I can't see dealers being stuck with them

[kaanage]

What are the odds that VW will release a 'hot' version of the GTi (as opposed to a dressed up one) to keep sales moving along when the MkVII is just around the corner?


Though I can somehow see a lot of these selling in Melbourne, and western Sydney :P
The WHOLE of Melbourne? And I thought the capital of Queensland was known as BrisVegas for its sense of style...:P

[triode12]

What are the odds that VW will release a 'hot' version of the GTi (as opposed to a dressed up one) to keep sales moving along when the MkVII is just around the corner?


The WHOLE of Melbourne? And I thought the capital of Queensland was known as BrisVegas for its sense of style...:P

They prefer their V8 Falcodores up there. :cookie::cool:

[shauno]

Hey.... Xenons with LED DRL's, LED Tail lights, metal door sill scuff plates (bwhaha, all you stock GTI owners are jealous aren't you!), more interesting and unique wheels, golf-ball-style DSG shifter.... seriously... what's not to like?! :D
I'd be happy with a GTI that had Xenon's & LED tails as stock - the wheels aren't too bad & I'd probabaly change them... but OMG those seats are an epic bogantastic FAIL - I can't believe a GTI interior could look so bad!

[Corey_R]

What are the odds that VW will release a 'hot' version of the GTi (as opposed to a dressed up one) to keep sales moving along when the MkVII is just around the corner?
Considering that they have pushed back the MKVII release because the sales of the MK6 are so great that they're having trouble keeping up with demand (and have apparently even stopped accepting orders for the R due to this), I'd say... not likely :)

[triode12]

Considering that they have pushed back the MKVII release because the sales of the MK6 are so great that they're having trouble keeping up with demand (and have apparently even stopped accepting orders for the R due to this), I'd say... not likely :)

Surely this can't be true.
[And I am not calling you Shirley]

[kaanage]

Considering that they have pushed back the MKVII release because the sales of the MK6 are so great that they're having trouble keeping up with demand (and have apparently even stopped accepting orders for the R due to this), I'd say... not likely :)

But I'm asking WHEN VW are forced, by the competition catching up, to release the MkVII, would they do the proper 'hot' version? I fully understand that, given 1/4 of Golfs sold are GTis (allegedly), there is no incentive for VW to do anything truly special for the forseeable future.

[Corey_R]

I still don't think that there is a need. There is no R32 anymore, so what would they do?
It'd be kinda silly to put the R engine into the GTI (like they did with the MKV GTI Pirelli/30th Edition), as that'd make it the same as an R without AWD.
The EA888 engine doesn't come in a more powerful version, just a more torquey version care of Audi's valve-lift variants.
They could partner with an ECU vendor... but doubt that would happen outside of the smaller entities such as Singapore.

[Pepe]

Surely this can't be true.
[And I am not calling you Shirley]

What I'd heard is that they were still selling them, but just being told not to actively sell them. The new VW ad that's been showing for a few days has an R in it, so be a bit surprised to see VW not taking orders for them.

[hooba]

and have apparently even stopped accepting orders for the R due to this

Can you provide any evidence to support this claim, or is this just a wild rumour?

[Corey_R]

Three different forum members have been told by their respective dealers (two not from the MK6 forum).
I was also told verbally by a respected dealer...

[VW Central]

Yep, I heard this too re: R orders :(

[Vaku]

I know some people have negative opinions on it etc, but I just signed for mine this morning and pick it up on Monday ;)

Love the xenons/DRLs and led rears

Seats, meh - id prefer The Jacky cloth but I don't mind I guess , I dig the wheels etc

Contract says 49 but I did a trade
And spent $1k less than what I went in happy to spend

Best thing is no wait ;)

[SilvrFoxX]

I was also told verbally by a respected dealer...

Oxymoron... :)

[m3103]

I would honestly buy one of these and immediately remove the badges on the pillars and then send the car in to be a) reupholstered or b) chuck some recaro's in it to make it feel special.
Other than the seats and badges i really do like the car. Those rims are what won me over tbh. Love them!

[Vaku]

Yeah I actually plan on removing
Those badges

[VW Central]

I would honestly buy one of these and immediately remove the badges on the pillars and then send the car in to be a) reupholstered or b) chuck some recaro's in it to make it feel special.
Other than the seats and badges i really do like the car. Those rims are what won me over tbh. Love them!

Uhh dude, why not just buy the rims??

[Corey_R]

I would honestly buy one of these and immediately remove the badges on the pillars and then send the car in to be a) reupholstered or b) chuck some recaro's in it to make it feel special.
Other than the seats and badges i really do like the car. Those rims are what won me over tbh. Love them!

You'd need to do a) + b) since doing just b) won't change the rear seats!

[Buller_Scott]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/gtibro-1.jpg


Though I can somehow see a lot of these selling in Melbourne, and western Sydney :P

Adidas isn't even that crash hot of a brand. Now, if it was a "Hugo Boss" edition, or something it would get more respect from me. Italian handstiched leather seats, instead of "new car smell", it smelled like "Boss" etc.

hahahahahahaha. im sorry......

talk about "worldly"... Brisbanite having a dig at Melbourne, then going on to say that a Hugo Boss edition Golf would appeal to them, particularly if the cabin smelled like cologne?

hahahahahaha. sorry.... looks to me like you're the perfect candidate to move down here to Melbourne, or Western Sydney....:P

[m3103]

Right! you got me on that one! :-)
And Deancorp you have a point as well....but to be honest I dont have the money to do it either way so i'll just gaze upon these "one day" cars for now and go back to work. :D

[Gambit]

Its not bad, but the seats.. i cant stand the seats.. anyhow good on you or going with what you like, agreed the DRL and the xenons and a win win..

I'll wait for the GTI excessive.

Now thats what i'm talking about ! !

http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/05/worthersee-show-vw-golf-gti-excessive.html
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/VWGolfGTIExcessive01-1.jpg

[VW Central]

Its not bad, but the seats.. i cant stand the seats.. anyhow good on you or going with what you like, agreed the DRL and the xenons and a win win..

I'll wait for the GTI excessive.

Now thats what i'm talking about ! !

Wörthersee Show: VW Golf GTI Excessive Study Could Spawn Sport Package [First Photos] - Carscoop (http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/05/worthersee-show-vw-golf-gti-excessive.html)
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/VWGolfGTIExcessive01-1.jpg

I'm not a fan of the wheels but I love the lines on this car :D

[Vaku]

some pics of mine if anyone here who doesn't hate it is interested, lol
and yes I will be 'de-pillar badging' asap just hope it doesn't do any damage.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/QlRC9-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/vEJyn-1.jpg

[maca]

I'd looooooove the wheels for my Jetta. Anyone know what they're called?

[Vaku]

I'd looooooove the wheels for my Jetta. Anyone know what they're called?

on the adidas ? Serron

"named after a Finnish race course. The wheel exhibits five machine-polished U-shaped dual spokes; the areas between the spokes are painted in high-sheen black."

unless you mean the excessive, then.. nfi!

[maca]

on the adidas ? Serron

"named after a Finnish race course. The wheel exhibits five machine-polished U-shaped dual spokes; the areas between the spokes are painted in high-sheen black."

unless you mean the excessive, then.. nfi!

Thanks mate, yeah I was talking about the Adidas edition.

I'd say the rims on the Excessive are BBS CH's in black...

[SilvrFoxX]

Ahhh that looks like Denlo Parramatta.. only another 3 months or so and I will have similar picture.. congrats mate and have no regrets or woryy what others think.. I bet she is a great drive and will bring you much pleasure

[Vaku]

Thanks mate

First euro car so hope it all works out ;)

[7R]

Did they put a bow on it? With your name on that small plate next to the car. I like that - its a nice touch.

[Corey_R]

I'll wait for the GTI excessive.
You'll be waiting a while :P

[Gambit]

The white adidas looks great !

yeah i can wait, already on a 1 year lease, by the time that is up, hopefully, if not oh well.

[AdamD]

yeah i can wait, already on a 1 year lease, by the time that is up, hopefully, if not oh well.

I don't like your chances unfortunately, but agree it looks the biz.

Some (many) of the changes you could do yourself. The wheels (BBS or VW Motorsport), R/Adidas tails, roof with vinyl (masev's done it (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f112/official-golf-mk6-picture-thread-2nd-edition-52637-17.html#post596580)), etc. The bodykit and custom colour might prove a bit more difficult. ;)

[Vaku]

Did they put a bow on it? With your name on that small plate next to the car. I like that - its a nice touch.

I pick it up tomorrow afternoon but I already seen the bow, rather avoid that ..lol

Requested they remove the pillar badges so it should look really clean ;)

[Brian]

some pics of mine if anyone here who doesn't hate it is interested, lol
and yes I will be 'de-pillar badging' asap just hope it doesn't do any damage.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/QlRC9-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/vEJyn-1.jpg
What a great looking machine Vaku. Why would you take the badge off? Wear the badge with honour, I think the whole package is schmik. Don't let the detractors tell you otherwise. Id have the car anyday if I could afford it.

[Vaku]

Thanks Brian!

I figure some kid at westfields parramatta will badge it anyway so I might aswell get it done properly! Lol

I think it will just look cleaner without it ;) windows will be tinted also should come up nice , will post pics tomorrow

[m3103]

Drove past one earlier today...rims make it stand out from the rest and i thought it looked really good...then i saw an R8 convertible and completely forgot about it. :S

[TeamCrash]

I was going to buy one of these, but they just sold the only white one left and I couldn't buy a red car....

[Vaku]

Well I picked up mine today

First euro , indicator stalk... Ahhh
Put on the wipers a few times

Apart from that and getting used
To the car... Wow!!!

[REXman]

Well I picked up mine today

First euro , indicator stalk... Ahhh
Put on the wipers a few times

Apart from that and getting used
To the car... Wow!!!

Gotta love the wipers going off - especially on a sunny day! Looks like you borrowed it. Haha

Congrats on the purrchase!

[TeamCrash]

Nice work champ, really looking forward to pick up my GTI on Wednesday

[PhillipAudiDealer]

I was going to buy one of these, but they just sold the only white one left and I couldn't buy a red car....

I still have a couple of white ones if your keen.. I love the new Bi Xenons

[Vaku]

well here she is, tints on etc ;)

I will get some 'SLR' pics soon but iphone will do for now!

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/RLhbi-1.jpg

such a good looking car, i look at it almost envious as I still dont realise its actually mine !

[chopper]

She is certainly gorgeous Vaku... well done!

Must say... I kinda dig those Wheels!

[TeamCrash]

I still have a couple of white ones if your keen.. I love the new Bi Xenons

If only a couple of days ago, I am picking up my gti tomorrow

[SuperHans]

I still have a couple of white ones if your keen.. I love the new Bi Xenons

whats the difference between the new and old xenons?

[Vaku]

They now include DRLs

Il grab some pics soon

[TeamCrash]

whats the difference between the new and old xenons?

DRL

and they look great too

[TeamCrash]

well here she is, tints on etc ;)

I will get some 'SLR' pics soon but iphone will do for now!

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/02/RLhbi-1.jpg

such a good looking car, i look at it almost envious as I still dont realise its actually mine !

Yep my bad double post...

Vaku whats the tint as in the brand and the darkness?

[Vaku]

dealer fitted, says 'm1 street legal tint' so just your average 35% I guess - looks a bit darker though? anyway its a good job ;)

grabbed some quick snaps + DRL pics

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/2jg5b3k-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/73kwns-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/ngsn5y-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/2uepp2o-1.jpg



I have them turned off during the day ( not my style to show off etc even tho I do like them! ) but not sure how to have them off at night ?

Still, look pretty cool eh!

[TeamCrash]

dealer fitted, says 'm1 street legal tint' so just your average 35% I guess - looks a bit darker though? anyway its a good job ;)

grabbed some quick snaps of the DRL's


http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/2uepp2o-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/ngsn5y-1.jpg


I have them turned off during the day ( not my style to show off etc even tho I do like them! ) but not sure how to have them off at night ?

Still, look pretty cool eh!

Yep, I would have liked to have gotten them on mine...

[rageR]

dealer fitted, says 'm1 street legal tint' so just your average 35% I guess - looks a bit darker though? anyway its a good job ;)

grabbed some quick snaps of the DRL's


http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/2uepp2o-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/ngsn5y-1.jpg


I have them turned off during the day ( not my style to show off etc even tho I do like them! ) but not sure how to have them off at night ?

Still, look pretty cool eh!

Looks good Dave.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[AdamD]

grabbed some quick snaps of the DRL's

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/2uepp2o-1.jpg

Still, look pretty cool eh!

Sexy time! :cool:

[MIRSAD]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/ngsn5y-1.jpg


Not sure, but does it (at least the left DRL) look like stylised G

[REXman]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/ngsn5y-1.jpg


Not sure, but does it (at least the left DRL) look like stylised G

If you squint, turn it sideways and really concentrate, I can see a G. I can also see a bit of an O, some Q and a U upside-down.

Nice find! ;) all jokes aside, I can see it a bit from the almost top down angle.

Their still the coolest lights on a GTI by FAR!!

[Gambit]

Looks awesome nice ride

[GTI_Adidas]

Hey guys,

Remember that guy that linked a video of a GTI adidas AUS spec?? well that is my car LOL!!
Thanks for that link lol :)

[GTI_Adidas]

sucks that only about 1/10 GTI adidas's came with a sunroof...i wasnt lucky enough to get the white one with sunroof >.<

[Kwoka]

Hey guys,

Remember that guy that linked a video of a GTI adidas AUS spec?? well that is my car LOL!!
Thanks for that link lol :)

Haha that was me who linked it! Nice car and love all the LEDs!

[GTI_Adidas]

Haha that was me who linked it! Nice car and love all the LEDs!

LOL!! thanks for that llink dude :D and ty for comment on car

[Vaku]

I de-badged mine this evening, its not that that I didnt like the logo's or anything but I didnt like that they were not flush and stuck out a little, I prefer the clean look so im happy with the results, and at the end of the day its just double sided tape so they can always go back on.

some ghosting left on the plastic, but not too bad ;) apart from the fact that my car now smells like freaking eucalyptus oil lol..

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/2h54in5-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/25t847m-1.jpg

update - bought some turtle wax scratch remover - seemed to do the trick of removing the subtle scratch/ghosting left from removing badges.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/rC4md-1.jpg

[Pepe]

I de-badged mine this evening, its not that that I didnt like the logo's or anything but I didnt like that they were not flush and stuck out a little, I prefer the clean look so im happy with the results, and at the end of the day its just double sided tape so they can always go back on.

some ghosting left on the plastic, but not too bad ;) apart from the fact that my car now smells like freaking eucalyptus oil lol..


Looks much better :) Although you need to work on your parking skills ;)

[Vaku]

was waiting for that comment ;)

my neighbor does not own a car (reserved spots) so I don't have to worry about leaving a gap ;)

but, noted.. lol

[Lucas_R]

If anyone is after a GTI Adidas, then Kloster VW in Newcastle has a red one in stock (saw it yesterday). It's a DSG but I didn't look for any other options.

Ask for Terry Knight if you call up, he was my salesman has been great to deal with while my R is on order

[markwid]

I de-badged mine this evening, its not that that I didnt like the logo's or anything but I didnt like that they were not flush and stuck out a little, I prefer the clean look so im happy with the results,ells like freaking eucalyptus oil lol..

All these excuses to debadge Adidas logo.

Don't be shy Vaku. If you are a Chav (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chav), stand up and be counted. ;-)

:Going now to put on my asbestos suit.

[GTI_Adidas]

If anyone is after a GTI Adidas, then Kloster VW in Newcastle has a red one in stock (saw it yesterday). It's a DSG but I didn't look for any other options.

Ask for Terry Knight if you call up, he was my salesman has been great to deal with while my R is on order

nah man its a DSG...they only came to Aus with DSG

[GTI_Adidas]

Hey guys!!

Someone (forgot his name) linked a GTI adidas video from youtube, which was mine. I have uploaded a 2nd video which is better!

YouTube - *NEW* 2011 VW Golf GTI adidas edition-No.2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0NmGde4wYQ)

Thanks if u watched it and liked it!

[stephen8512]

so whats the appeal of an adidas version of a GTI? apart from the fact that its a "limited edition"?

to me personally, you're pay more for the adidas than a normal GTI to get ugly seats, some adidas badges, ugly ass wheels, a golfball shaped DSG shifter and LED xenons/Golf R rear LED lights as standard? Nothing else? engine is still the same as the GTI

At least with the pirelli/Edition 30, you got the pirelli/BBS CH wheels respectively and the K04 turbo plus stronger internals

[Vaku]

Well for me

1) I priced up the adidas vs regular ( with extras, 18s, xenons etc ) GTI at the dealers and the adidas was almost $800 cheaper

2) pick up 2 days later or wait 6-8 months

[CarbonVW]

so whats the appeal of an adidas version of a GTI? apart from the fact that its a "limited edition"?

to me personally, you're pay more for the adidas than a normal GTI to get ugly seats, some adidas badges, ugly ass wheels, a golfball shaped DSG shifter and LED xenons/Golf R rear LED lights as standard? Nothing else? engine is still the same as the GTI

At least with the pirelli/Edition 30, you got the pirelli/BBS CH wheels respectively and the K04 turbo plus stronger internals

Guys whats with the hate?:confused: Let the new owners of VW's enjoy theirs car. They dont need to justify their purchases to you.:facepalm:

[SilvrFoxX]

Guys whats with the hate?:confused: Let the new owners of VW's enjoy theirs car. They dont need to justify their purchases to you.:facepalm:
+1000000....

[hooba]

Guys whats with the hate?:confused: Let the new owners of VW's enjoy theirs car. They dont need to justify their purchases to you.:facepalm:

Well said, we need more people like you on this forum.

[GTI_Adidas]

Well for me

1) I priced up the adidas vs regular ( with extras, 18s, xenons etc ) GTI at the dealers and the adidas was almost $800 cheaper

2) pick up 2 days later or wait 6-8 months

did u see any Adidas's in white with a sunroof where u got urs?? i bought mine from Barloworld mascot and out of all the ones they had, only 1 red one had a sunroof..and it was sold before i could get to it....Its a shame only so little came to Aus with sunroof :(

[VW Central]

did u see any Adidas's in white with a sunroof where u got urs?? i bought mine from Barloworld mascot and out of all the ones they had, only 1 red one had a sunroof..and it was sold before i could get to it....Its a shame only so little came to Aus with sunroof :(

At least you could option for a sunroof on the Adidas. The Pirelli there was no sunroof option :( I would have bought it in a heartbeat!

[Corey_R]

Yeah, lack of sunroof option and other options is why I didn't go a Pirelli...

[VW Central]

Yeah, lack of sunroof option and other options is why I didn't go a Pirelli...

But k04 made up for it :D

[Corey_R]

But I have a K04 now anyway :)

[VW Central]

But I have a K04 now anyway :)

Yeah but mine will always be faster than yours :)

[stephen8512]

At least you could option for a sunroof on the Adidas. The Pirelli there was no sunroof option :( I would have bought it in a heartbeat!

when I test drove the Pirelli, the dealer told me that the pirelli I was driving had all 3 options...... Bi-Xenons, RNS-510 and i forgot the last one...reverse sensors?

[GTI_Adidas]

Hey guys!

This is 2 videos of my 2011 GTI adidas which i got on the 8/2/11. please watch!

YouTube - *NEW* 2011 VW Golf GTI adidas edition (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqNmXxr_TuA&feature=channel_video_title)

YouTube - *NEW* 2011 VW Golf GTI adidas edition-No.2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0NmGde4wYQ&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL)

Thanks! :banana:

[elisiX]

Nice but lol @ Guy Sebastian. :)

Oh and what's this panel at 1:19 on the roof/main light area.

[GTI_Adidas]

At least you could option for a sunroof on the Adidas. The Pirelli there was no sunroof option :( I would have bought it in a heartbeat!

but still....there was to little of them...they should have all came with a sunroof :@

[GTI_Adidas]

Nice but lol @ Guy Sebastian. :)

Oh and what's this panel at 1:19 on the roof/main light area.

I dont really understand what you mean, but i can say its the centre roof console (if thats what its called) where the reading light is in other words, and hey! Guy Sebastian is cool ;) haha

[GTI_Adidas]

Nice but lol @ Guy Sebastian. :)

Oh and what's this panel at 1:19 on the roof/main light area.

Ohh sorry, which video?? Both of the videos i have realized show that same panel at the same time! hahaha, if its first video, those three microphone looking things on the front of it, are motion sensors for the inside of the car, so if someone breaks in or someone try's to open a window somehow, it will sense that motion and alarm will go RING RING RING, jokes, it'll just go off :)

[elisiX]

I'm talking about the panel near the main interior light panel which has a star, a spanner and something else.

I dont have them in my 2010 sunroof equipped GTI.

[Corey_R]

I'm talking about the panel near the main interior light panel which has a star, a spanner and something else.

I dont have them in my 2010 sunroof equipped GTI.

That's the MY11 Bluetooth (9ZB, though that panel is also featured in other VW bluetooth kits).

[orkers]

I've got those in my MY11.5 R. The star is for the voice activation (phone calls, controlling the RNS510 system etc), the spanner is meant to allow you to call roadside assist through your phone with the touch of a button (haven't even looked at how to configure that yet). Not sure if there is anything else? I'll have a look when I get back in it later.

[elisiX]

Thanks for the headsup.

I've got the star on my nav unit so I guess if I had the BT retrofitted it'd come in handy. :)

[Puffy]

Nice if they brought the R line Gti to Australia instead.
Saw a white one today in Germany... very classy package.

LED rear lights
Xenons with DRL
Carbon fiber rear diffuser
Carbon fiber interior inserts
Wheels - same as Adidas version
Stock GTi interior

For an extra 2500 Euro over the standard GTi price.

Also had a RNS 510 but not sure if that was part of the package.

[GTI_Adidas]

Nice if they brought the R line Gti to Australia instead.
Saw a white one today in Germany... very classy package.

LED rear lights
Xenons with DRL
Carbon fiber rear diffuser
Carbon fiber interior inserts
Wheels - same as Adidas version
Stock GTi interior

For an extra 2500 Euro over the standard GTi price.

Also had a RNS 510 but not sure if that was part of the package.

Ive never actually seen a R line GTI before. Makes me want to google it

[9inchRob]

I de-badged mine this evening, its not that that I didnt like the logo's or anything but I didnt like that they were not flush and stuck out a little, I prefer the clean look so im happy with the results, and at the end of the day its just double sided tape so they can always go back on.

some ghosting left on the plastic, but not too bad ;) apart from the fact that my car now smells like freaking eucalyptus oil lol..

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/2h54in5-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/25t847m-1.jpg

update - bought some turtle wax scratch remover - seemed to do the trick of removing the subtle scratch/ghosting left from removing badges.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/rC4md-1.jpg

Hey , man....Any secrets or clues as to how to de-badge without damage? Use a plastic scraper or something similar to get under the tape? Whats with the eucalyptus oil? Does it soften the glue on the tape?

(Don't have one yet, but don't like the badges either, and someone will try to steal them....)

ROB

[Corey_R]

The debadge method most people use is a hair dryer/heat gun/hot water and fishing wire. You need to be careful with the heat application that it's not so hot that it causes any damage. You then basically run the fishing wire behind the badge and pry it off.

Eucalyptus Oil is good for removing most forms of glue residue. Put some on a soft cotton cloth (or old tshirt) or even microfibre cloth, and then hold that against the residue for a minute or so, then gently agitate the residue off.

As Vaku mentioned, he then used some Turtle Wax scratch remover to get rid of the ghosting/light scratches left behind. I've never used that product before - but use common sense as to which product you should purchase and use depending on what surface you're debadging from! E.g. don't use a paint cut/polish on the gloss plastic trim as you'll just leave a dull tarnished finish.

[Whitegti11]

Anyone figure out how to use the seat heaters in the adidas? I know all the documentation says the seats have them but there seems to be no controls in my adidas to activate them.

[Corey_R]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/climatronic13854-1.jpg

Press the button in the middle of the temp control for the appropriate seat.
First press is on full, next press lowers the temp, another press lowers it more, next press turns it back off again.

If you don't have those buttons, you don't have heated seats.

[Whitegti11]

Nope no seat icons in the middle buttons and don't click in. Does that mean they are lying by saying the adidas seats are heated?

[AdamD]

Nope no seat icons in the middle buttons and don't click in. Does that mean they are lying by saying the adidas seats are heated?

Seat heaters are only fitted to cars with leather seats. According to Redbook, Heated Seats - 1st Row are standard, but the full Vienna Leather is still optional.

Presumably if you don't have full leather and don't have the seat heater buttons, then seat heaters are only fitted in conjunction with the full leather. :(

[GTI_Adidas]

Nope no seat icons in the middle buttons and don't click in. Does that mean they are lying by saying the adidas seats are heated?

Hey there. I have a adidas GTI too, and yes, they DONT have heated seats. It does say on the brochure that they do have heated seats, but i guess they changed it. So no they are not really lying about it

[Corey_R]

Can someone please provide a link to the Australian brochure for the Adidas?

[Vaku]

Can someone please provide a link to the Australian brochure for the Adidas?

Im not even sure if one exists, when I purchased mine I asked for a brochure and they (denlo) said it didn't exist, and just provided me with a list of features (bi-xenon, R led's etc)

I could be wrong, hope so.. would like to have the brochure if it exists.

[Corey_R]

Yeah, I asked because I too hadn't seen a brochure for the Adidas either...

Having said that, the initial information provided to me when the RRP was announced, did say that it included heated seats. The press shots also included heated seats with the "Adidas cloth". But then, it also had the steering wheel on the wrong side ;)

[Whitegti11]

There was a brochure which you can get off volkaswagens website if you click on models then golf. In the middle there is three smaller pictures inside a big picture of a golf, one of which is the adidas and says register your interest here. If you click that and give your email details it takes you to a page where u can download the brochure. All the cars advertised on carsales are also wrong about the heated seats then too.

[Corey_R]

Cheers. You guys are correct, it says individually heated front seats in botht he specifications and the flyer. You should contact your dealer.

For everyone else, here are the direct links:
Golf GTI Adidas Specifications (http://www.volkswagenaustralia.com.au/GolfGTIAdidas/Images/GolfGTIAdidasSpec.pdf)
Golf GTI Adidas Flyer (http://www.volkswagenaustralia.com.au/GolfGTIAdidas/Images/GolfGTIAdidasFlyer.pdf)

[Lupo]

A friend of mine works for a dealer and he told me that there is an updated version of the specs which doesn't mention the heated seats anymore. A look at the actual car proof that they don't have it. The website must not have been updated yet.

[Corey_R]

Yes, but I downloaded that information today, and anyone else who clicks on those links can see that even today, it still says that there are heated seats. It doesn't matter if VW revise the specs now, the cars were sold to these guys with that feature listed, and not delivered. They should talk to their dealer. I don't think it'll result in them receiving heated seats - but some acknowledgement should be provided...

[Lupo]

The website has shows the updated flyer as well - I just checked.

[Whitegti11]

What about all the dealer listed cars on car sales that have 1st row seating heated as a feature?

It is annoying as this was one of the features that I believed justified the higher price of the adidas.

[Corey_R]

The website has shows the updated flyer as well - I just checked.

Yes, the website has been updated today since my post at 8:39am... (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f112/golf-gti-adidas-limited-edition-coming-australia-44404-22.html#post637819)

If you guys ever wondered if VW are watching these forums... then there is your answer ;)

FYI, the "Flyer" I downloaded this morning was 2173KB and the one I downloaded two minutes ago is 6630KB! The info is the same (except for the removal of heated seats), the PDF has just been compressed differently.
The "Specs" link isn't working for me yet though...

Edit: And returning to the official VW.com.au website then going through the "registering my interest" for the Adidas again now shows that the button to download the specifications has been removed - again, this has only happened this morning as a result of this thread....

[triode12]

Now that we know that they are listening....

1. Please bring in the Scirrocco.
2. Please stop limiting stocks of the Golf R, Polo GTI. Allocate more cars to this region.
3. Stop overcharging for options.

:rolleyes:

[VW Central]

and please make 4motion a retrofit option for FWD cars.

[Brian916]

Damn. The link to the flyer works, but as Corey said, the other is done and dusted.

Even worse, I have to wait till Monday to get my Gti. Here's hoping everything goes well - dealer had people away sick so it may make things problematical. Also have to get the lease company to finalise things, which they've said will happen Monday mornings.

Woo!

[9inchRob]

The debadge method most people use is a hair dryer/heat gun/hot water and fishing wire. You need to be careful with the heat application that it's not so hot that it causes any damage. You then basically run the fishing wire behind the badge and pry it off.

Eucalyptus Oil is good for removing most forms of glue residue. Put some on a soft cotton cloth (or old tshirt) or even microfibre cloth, and then hold that against the residue for a minute or so, then gently agitate the residue off.

As Vaku mentioned, he then used some Turtle Wax scratch remover to get rid of the ghosting/light scratches left behind. I've never used that product before - but use common sense as to which product you should purchase and use depending on what surface you're debadging from! E.g. don't use a paint cut/polish on the gloss plastic trim as you'll just leave a dull tarnished finish.

I'll be making the purchase real for a white one tomorrow, ( my 60th birthday) and hopefully debadging by next weekend.

To those who wonder who the marketing demographic might be for GTI Adidas, maybe a sizeable section is older Boomers entering 2nd childhood ????

Rob

[SilvrFoxX]

Screw demographics.. when it comes to car enthusiasm age plays no part :)

[REXman]

Those links do not work anymore.. what a rort! I think the people without should either get 3 years free servicing. Or an extended warranty.

Someone I know ordered a BMW with heated seats.. and after the wait it didnt come with the seats. They were offered a cheesy spoiler, which they rejected, and just got a monetary amount back.

BUT it aint the same. Its another reason they bought the car. And without it it was a BMW without a fancy option.. which is the reason you buy a BMW in the first place!

[Vaku]

Can someone please provide a link to the Australian brochure for the Adidas?

its not the AUS brochure, but thought this would be cool to have.. it was only $7 or so from Germany (ebay) so im happy with that ;)

from looking at the pictures apart from a 2 door it was also offered as a CSG option in germany

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/F20yK-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/vP45b-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/tVFKy-1.jpg

also none of the pictures show the MY 11..5 DRL upgrade, same as the one I seen at last years motorshow (wonder if they sold that at a massive discount also considering a few thousand people sat in/touched and probably scratched it)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/bR8rJ-1.jpg

[Whitegti11]

I printed out the Aus version b4 they deleted it. Can possibly scan it if people want a copy. I'm gonna bring this up at my first service that the heated seats aren't there.

[Corey_R]

I wouldn't be waiting until the first service to bring that up... it's not a car servicing issue if things are missing...

[Brian916]

I printed out the Aus version b4 they deleted it. Can possibly scan it if people want a copy. I'm gonna bring this up at my first service that the heated seats aren't there.

Yes, a copy would be good to have. Even if you just pm me and send me the pdf.

[Vaku]

I printed out the Aus version b4 they deleted it. Can possibly scan it if people want a copy. I'm gonna bring this up at my first service that the heated seats aren't there.

yes please!

[pologti18t]

There is a clause in all the brochures that states that VW is not liable for any change in specs between those specified in the brochure and the subsequent delivered car.

[SilvrFoxX]

There is a clause in all the brochures that states that VW is not liable for any change in specs between those specified in the brochure and the subsequent delivered car.

I suggest that is delimiting that which is specified as an option supplied by the dealer and VW themselves. If indeed VW advertise a vehicle with certain components and subsequently not supply them then that is false advertising, there is no wriggle room.

My father some years ago pursued FORD because thier broshures indicates side airbags in the seats and he discovered on reciept that there were none. After some to and from over several months with the Marketing and sales crowd he eventually wrote to the CEO of Ford Australia with the issue and within 24 hours he had a new Ford Explorer, took 18 months. Gave them the old one back...

[pologti18t]

I
My father some years ago pursued FORD because thier broshures indicates side airbags in the seats and he discovered on reciept that there were none. After some to and from over several months with the Marketing and sales crowd he eventually wrote to the CEO of Ford Australia with the issue and within 24 hours he had a new Ford Explorer, took 18 months. Gave them the old one back...

I suggest that missing side airbags is quite different to missing heated seats.... no?
From all indications none of the Australian delivered Adidas model Golfs have heated seats fitted.

[Finance_Analyst]

I went to my local dealer yesterday and saw that they just had a new red adidas come in, this was a October 2010 build....

Are all adidas cars built in 2010 or did some make it into 2011? I didn't go for one as I wanted a 2011 build, but more importantly, no corporate deals were being done on them either. So it made the overall price difference a lot larger than the the initial $3,500 odd on the RRP...

[DoggieHowser]

Wow, all the hate for a tiny badge and striped seats :P

I'll admit, I am not particularly taken with the seats myself, but it seems like you can get an Adidas trim more easily than custom ordering a new GTI with Xenons in. And maybe it's cos of that hate... some of the Adidas can be had cheaper than a spec-ed up GTI with Xenons and 18".

And the new Xenons.. with the LED DRL? I fell in love with them the moment I saw them here in the showroom. My current R35's LED DRL is just a bit naff. Worse it actually blocks air intake to the oil cooler. While I don't own a VW now, I manage to borrow my father-in-law's MkV GTI on occasion ;) I've even helped sponsor the ABT quad exhaust upgrade while he paid for the BSR reflash. So it seems like a great daily driver.

As for power, I think as I grow older, my balls seem to have gotten smaller. More to live for, my friend says. I think even in stock form, it's plenty enough to potter around it. The days of my GT2835 turbos, full turbo back exhaust systems and brakes are way behind me. I hope.

ps just in case I err backslide, what's VW Australia's policy on car modifications?

[DoggieHowser]

Saw a number of new Adidas units at 44-45 grand or thereabouts driveway on carsales. Not bad for a GTI with 18" MDI BT and bixenons, right?

[markwid]

Saw a number of new Adidas units at 44-45 grand or thereabouts driveway on carsales. Not bad for a GTI with 18" MDI BT and bixenons, right?
2010 cars?

[MiiLos]

Saw a number of new Adidas units at 44-45 grand or thereabouts driveway on carsales. Not bad for a GTI with 18" MDI BT and bixenons, right?

i got mine (check sig for details of options) for 45k driveway (no corp discount). considering the adidas models will most definitely all be 5dr and DSG its probably around the right price point.

[GTI_Adidas]

2010 cars?

Well ofcourse....they have been out/gone for months now....you should just go to a shop and check on out for yourself

[DoggieHowser]

I think all the Adidas should have the LED DRLs so that makes them MY11. The VIN numbers on carsales appear to be bogus though. When I plug them into the decoder, it always says year of manufacture as the 1980s. :)

[markwid]

I meant while the adidas is MY11 but built in 2010 and as such, is ageing stock at the dealers. So should have some discount applied to it now.

[pologti18t]

I meant while the adidas is MY11 but built in 2010 and as such, is ageing stock at the dealers. So should have some discount applied to it now.

I was told 45K drive away for a Adidas in stock.

[stark27]

I picked mine up on the weekend for $44990 drive away in Tornado Red. I'm not usually a fan of red cars but this converted me. I just think it suited the interior nicely with the red stitching throughout the car.

To the haters. Go into your dealer and try and get a standard MY11 GTI with DSG, Bi-Xenons, LED DRL's, MDI, BT, 18" wheels (and lets not forget Adidas leather trimmed seats!) for under $52k drive away. Nah, didn't think so. YOU MAD BRO?

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/4558/img20110619101841.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/7/img20110619101841.jpg/)
http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/5020/img20110619101807.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/8/img20110619101807.jpg/)

Apologies, not the best pics (camera phone) and she has tints now!

[pom829]

I picked mine up on the weekend for $44990 drivea way in Tornado Red. I'm not usually a fan of red cars but this converted me. I just think it suited the interior nicely with the red stitching throughout the car.

To the haters. Go into your dealer and try and get a standard MY11 GTI with DSG, Bi-Xenons, LED DRL's, MDI, BT, 18" wheels (and lets not forget Adidas leather trimmed seats!) for under $52k drive away. Nah, didn't think so. YOU MAD BRO?

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/ (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/7/img20110619101841.jpg/)
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/ (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/8/img20110619101807.jpg/)

Apologies, not the best pics (camera phone) and she has tints now!

Looks good mate, especially at that price:banana:

[SilvrFoxX]

I picked mine up on the weekend for $44990 drive away in Tornado Red. I'm not usually a fan of red cars but this converted me. I just think it suited the interior nicely with the red stitching throughout the car.

To the haters. Go into your dealer and try and get a standard MY11 GTI with DSG, Bi-Xenons, LED DRL's, MDI, BT, 18" wheels (and lets not forget Adidas leather trimmed seats!) for under $52k drive away. Nah, didn't think so. YOU MAD BRO?

!

I am not a hater but more pragmatic about how you view things.. damn good price, but any sales person will tell you "if it won't sell drop the price till it does"

Still well done and enjoy

[Vaku]

I picked mine up on the weekend for $44990 drive away in Tornado Red. I'm not usually a fan of red cars but this converted me. I just think it suited the interior nicely with the red stitching throughout the car.

To the haters. Go into your dealer and try and get a standard MY11 GTI with DSG, Bi-Xenons, LED DRL's, MDI, BT, 18" wheels (and lets not forget Adidas leather trimmed seats!) for under $52k drive away. Nah, didn't think so. YOU MAD BRO?

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/ (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/7/img20110619101841.jpg/)
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/ (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/8/img20110619101807.jpg/)

Apologies, not the best pics (camera phone) and she has tints now!

that the one sitting opposite the golf club (hah) in wollongong? I passed it a few weeks back - awesome price, well done ;) and yeah I paid less for my 'das than if I ordered a similar spec GTI , and picked it up a few days later rather than wait 6 months etc..

[Corey_R]

Yeah, I certainly think that the Adidas represents AWESOME value! And hey... if you're not a fan of the "Adidas" badge on the B Pillars, a hair-dryer, fishing line, and a bit of plastic polish takes care of that in about 10 minutes. If you don't like the Adidas stripes on the seats, then get them reupholstered (just the "centres") with some alcantara or microfibre or even leather if the upholster thinks they can match it near enough with the rest of the leather. That'd take no more than a day and cost you far less than the price gap between an Adidas and an equally specced GTI.