alnev1 Posted January 27, 2006 Report Share Posted January 27, 2006 hi new to the forum picking up a 02 golf gti 1.8 turbo next weekend paid 7600 wi 42000 on the clock any advice to these cars greatly appreaciated thanx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted January 27, 2006 Report Share Posted January 27, 2006 no, great car, loadsa torque, loadsa fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spankit Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Mr LeMan any chance of a back to back review of the two gti's (not taking the piss). You have had both would like you to gve a picture of the good and the bad between the mkv 2.0t and the mkiv 1.8t Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 No worries spankit. I'll always have a place in my heart for the humble 1.8T, i've had two and neither let me down . I strongly believe they got a lot of unfair press, as in my eyes, it was both a nippy and solid car. The biggest difference with the Mark V is the rigidity of the Chassis, the aggressiveness of the engine and the design/asthetics of the interior. When i first sat in a Mark V i thought the mark IV was nicer and used better materials. The latter may be true, but on reflection, the cockpit in the Mark V is much more sporty and aggresive. The Mark IV was always just a little too under designed for me, something they've thankfully got spot on with the Mark V. It was quick, not rapid, but great fun. It did feel like it could have done with another 30 or so horses (which i think the anni got) but It could certainly handle itself against a 325ci- put it that way! The mark IV had a more noticable turbo kick, although it had to be said the overall engine was softer. The turbo in the 1.8 was also much more audible than the turbo in the mark V, you could here it whistling away over 2.5k and just about here the dump valve on every change (all OEM). I don't know about you lot, but my 2.0 FSI T sounds more like a VTEC than a turbo. You feel it, you just can't here it. (but then again that may be down to DSG). The mark V sounds and feels much more like car that belongs on a track. Maybe this is a good time to talk about my LeMans victory in my GTI The mark IV however felt like a quick and fun car to be in, but only on the road. I'm itching to take my Mark V round a track, wouldn't fancy it in a Mark IV (never did TBH). That said, at the time, and now at the price, they were and are a cracking car to buy and own. They are as practical as a van, as classy as a 3 series and as much fun as most hot hatches. If you see a good Mark IV T now, they still look good. My old 1.8T outside my house! ahhh memories! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Hi LeMan....On that question of audibility - The Mk5 cabin is much better soundproofed and that is chiefly why you miss out on the audible stuff. Of course, you don't need me to tell you what can solve this particular 'shortcoming'....M...Mmm...Mill....Miltek exhaust! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 By not quite the same as the Mark V hey!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Hi LeMan....On that question of audibility - The Mk5 cabin is much better soundproofed and that is chiefly why you miss out on the audible stuff. Of course, you don't need me to tell you what can solve this particular 'shortcoming'....M...Mmm...Mill....Miltek exhaust! [/ QUOTE ] I don't think it is Red. Even with the windows open in the Mark V, I struggle to hear any kind of whistle. Not complaining though as i love the aggressive VTEC style gruff that it does make BTW, did Loders sort you out OK? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Yes....Loders did! I'm sorry!! I should have, and indeed I meant to, PM you to say thanks. I hear the whistle on colder mornings. I was pleasantly surprised how much I still liked the sound of my GTI after half a day in the new R32, but I might not say the same after a Milltek R32! Your ultra-clean motor looks a credit to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodger00 Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 What have you cleaned and polished with LeMan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonoNZ Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 Leman, that GTI is very shiny. What are you using on it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petsy Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Leman, that GTI is very shiny. What are you using on it? [/ QUOTE ] I agree, it looks too shiny... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted January 28, 2006 Report Share Posted January 28, 2006 My mate's a valeter a swears by this wash/wax he uses. He cleaned it the day before that pic was taken, and believe it or not, didn't even polish it! i'll find out what it is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodger00 Posted February 4, 2006 Report Share Posted February 4, 2006 Any news on what your valeter is using (wash/wax)? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliJay Posted February 4, 2006 Report Share Posted February 4, 2006 [ QUOTE ] No worries spankit. I'll always have a place in my heart for the humble 1.8T, i've had two and neither let me down . I strongly believe they got a lot of unfair press, as in my eyes, it was both a nippy and solid car. The biggest difference with the Mark V is the rigidity of the Chassis, the aggressiveness of the engine and the design/asthetics of the interior. When i first sat in a Mark V i thought the mark IV was nicer and used better materials. The latter may be true, but on reflection, the cockpit in the Mark V is much more sporty and aggresive. The Mark IV was always just a little too under designed for me, something they've thankfully got spot on with the Mark V. It was quick, not rapid, but great fun. It did feel like it could have done with another 30 or so horses (which i think the anni got) but It could certainly handle itself against a 325ci- put it that way! The mark IV had a more noticable turbo kick, although it had to be said the overall engine was softer. The turbo in the 1.8 was also much more audible than the turbo in the mark V, you could here it whistling away over 2.5k and just about here the dump valve on every change (all OEM). I don't know about you lot, but my 2.0 FSI T sounds more like a VTEC than a turbo. You feel it, you just can't here it. (but then again that may be down to DSG). The mark V sounds and feels much more like car that belongs on a track. Maybe this is a good time to talk about my LeMans victory in my GTI The mark IV however felt like a quick and fun car to be in, but only on the road. I'm itching to take my Mark V round a track, wouldn't fancy it in a Mark IV (never did TBH). That said, at the time, and now at the price, they were and are a cracking car to buy and own. They are as practical as a van, as classy as a 3 series and as much fun as most hot hatches. If you see a good Mark IV T now, they still look good. [/ QUOTE ] Having owned a Mki (way back in 1983), 2 Mkii's (after 16 years I still have the 2nd, a 16v), a Mkiv 1.8T & currently a Mkv GTI, I have to strongly disagreed with LeMans appraisal of Mkiv GTI's. Yes it was solid & yes the cockpit wasn't that bad a place to sit (they're even quite economical if driven sensibly), but IMO both of the Mkiv GTI's (2.0 or 1.8T) are positively awful driver's cars by comparison to the Mki, Mkii 16v &/or the current Mkv GTI - I've never driven a Mkiii GTI. IMHO as a standard issue the Mkiv GTI neither handles or goes as well as it should, the steering is totally lifeless, the suspension set up can best be described as stogy & the engine (in a standard 1.8T - 150bhp) has no progressive urge whatsoever. Furthermore the turbo comes in so hard it makes it very difficult to drive smoothly at lower speeds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
punas Posted February 5, 2006 Report Share Posted February 5, 2006 My experience of the MkIV 1.8T GTI is similar to yours. I found it to be a bit limp wristed whenever I drove it (it was the Family (Wife's) car and we now have a MkV GTI). Part of the problem was that I only ever drove it fully loaded up. When like this, it handled like a boat and the 150bhp didn't seem to be able to overcome the weight, plus after 3.5K to 4K revs the engine didn't do anything. This is relative to me using my everyday car (325ti). On the rare occasion that I did have the GTI to myself, the engine was pokey but the thrust seemed to be in a very narrow rev range (e.g. 2K to 3.5K). The extra 40-50bhp in the MkV (and BMW) make a huge difference when fully loaded, i.e. there is still enough power/torque to make the car quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bal5sidhu Posted February 6, 2006 Report Share Posted February 6, 2006 LeMan - get your valet guy to give up his secret PRONTO! Gave mine the Meguiars NXT wash/wax the other day but compared to yours i might as well have used johnsons baby wipes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted February 6, 2006 Report Share Posted February 6, 2006 [ QUOTE ] LeMan - get your valet guy to give up his secret PRONTO! Gave mine the Meguiars NXT wash/wax the other day but compared to yours i might as well have used johnsons baby wipes [/ QUOTE ] all i know is that it's a wash wax that goes in to that container that fits on a power hose. He's hopefully doing my car this week, so i'll find out more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petsy Posted February 6, 2006 Report Share Posted February 6, 2006 he'll probably tell you it's a trade secret... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted February 6, 2006 Report Share Posted February 6, 2006 Sounds as if it's the Flash Carwash System. Others on the TSN Cleaning forum have rated this system as only mediocre. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted February 6, 2006 Report Share Posted February 6, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Sounds as if it's the Flash Carwash System. Others on the TSN Cleaning forum have rated this system as only mediocre. [/ QUOTE ] I asked him that and he nearly chinned me! watch this space Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted February 6, 2006 Report Share Posted February 6, 2006 Don't tell us the magic solution.....He pisses in a Flash system container and then sprays your car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted February 6, 2006 Report Share Posted February 6, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Don't tell us the magic solution.....He pisses in a Flash system container and then sprays your car! [/ QUOTE ] If that's what it is, i'll have a pint of what he's drinking please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodger00 Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 Ive sussed it LeMan its WD40!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petsy Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Ive sussed it LeMan its WD40!!! [/ QUOTE ] oor he's photoshopped it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james1978 Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 could the reason (its so shiney),Be that its solid black,And not pearl? just a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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