RadicalGoat Posted May 4, 2006 Report Share Posted May 4, 2006 Anyone bought a bootliner? I have 2 small urchins who often put muddy things into the boot. I was considering a bootliner. VW have 3 models - flexible, semi-flex and rigid - quite a difference in cost. I plan to call in to local dealer and take a look if they have them in stock. Also looked at these guys Roof Box Company Has anyone any experience of such items? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTiMK5 Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 My partner has a rigid bootliner in her golf and to be honest I dont like it as things tend to rattle more when placed in the boot. If the boot is empty and you just place a couple of items in it they slide about much more than without it due to the smooth plastic surface and you hear every movement. Also, it still gets dirty and probably shows dirt more than without it. I have purchased a cargo net from VW which is similar to the one under the parcel shelf, it attaches to the luggage points and is ideal because you place things in and secure this over the top and there is no movement of stuff when you are giving it some through the twisties. If you have to put muddy boots in just put them in a carrier bag and save your money. If you get any mud in the boot, let it dry out and brush it off or hoover it. Just my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhs Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 If however you have a dog, and it is inclined to urinate in your boot, then a bootliner and appropriate absorbant material over it will prevent the lining smelling. Similarly if your dog is prone to motion sickness, then this may also help. It won't stop your dog being sick over the back seats however..... You'd be better off with a "Dog bag" from here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 ??!! Much as I love dogs, I'm not sure I'd want to deal with urine and flying puke in a new car. Time for an old Land-Rover and wellies.....You could always put your GTI badge on it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 GTiMK5 (soon to be R32MK5) is right. I've got some old rubber floor matts from previous cars and use those as a non-slip base plus bungy ropes to the hooks and also a sheet of uncut military camouflage (a 'perk' from a previous job). I always carry a blanket too....For lots of good reasons. Oh, and a machete [i'm joking!] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rozzerfodder Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 I also have the rigid bootliner, got it to keep the boot clean from dirty wellies, walking boots etc. I agree with what has been said about stuff sliding around though, its a pain in the bum. Perhaps the cheaper rubber one would of been better. Fifty quid for a piece of moulded plastic, robbing swines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazdot Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Anyone bought a bootliner? Has anyone any experience of such items? [/ QUOTE ] I bought one from these guys Hatchbag.co.uk and it is brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoSheds Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 I use the VW semi-rigid loadliner (1KO 061 180 ). £50. Fits a treat as you'd expect. Worth remembering if you go for the rigid version it has a high edge at the back so it can be a pain if you have the rear seats down & are trying to lay long equipment in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlT Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] Anyone bought a bootliner? Has anyone any experience of such items? [/ QUOTE ] I bought one from these guys Hatchbag.co.uk and it is brilliant. [/ QUOTE ] I have jsut fitted mine from Hatchbag and it is fantastic - highly recomended Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonnyGTi Posted May 6, 2006 Report Share Posted May 6, 2006 If you're quick there's a genuine VW bootliner going on e-bay here :- bootliner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhs Posted May 6, 2006 Report Share Posted May 6, 2006 Need to remember that the boot liner for the R32 and GTI are different due to the different boot heights from the 4WD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vindaloo Posted May 6, 2006 Report Share Posted May 6, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Need to remember that the boot liner for the R32 and GTI are different due to the different boot heights from the 4WD [/ QUOTE ] I've just ordered a 4motion bootliner for my .:R from vagparts.com, I haven't seen these anywhere else in the UK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markallain Posted May 7, 2006 Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 Is it the hard or flexible one you've ordered and can you let me know the part number ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bozboy Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 Pardon the obvious question but what exactly is the difference between the semi-rigid loadliner and the rigid one. Apart from £85 that is. Are they both made from the same material? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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