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D Squared:
Thinking of changing my MK5 GTi to get an MK7 R..

Any issues I should know about? 4 wheel drive system ok? Manual or DSG?

Cheers

Fletch..gti:
I made the swap last September . Really miss the mk5 gti but it pops up on here f}on time to time so all good . The best think to do is go on vwroc forum it's full of info . I do know on some early models the turbo can go . But I would have thought most would now be repaired under warranty.
Just so you know the mkgti and mk5 are like night and day , go like sh#t of a shovel and also handle out of this world

GrayMK5GTI:
Defo DSG, as it works seamlessly with all the mk7s tech - adaptive cruise etc. Manual clutches cant really handle stock power very well, and will certainly slip after a remap.

Early cars (2014 & early 2015) can have turbo problems, but its not that common really. Late 2015 onwards got a better entertainment unit.

Lapiz blue paint is soft & swirls quite easily.

4WD is robust & can handle 600+bhp, there have neen a few haldex units replaced umder warranty, however regular oil changes will help prolong the life. Not a common failure either

Immense cars though pal, very very capable & really great fun to drive hard. i love mine   :love:

D Squared:

--- Quote from: D Squared on March 02, 2017, 02:19:39 pm ---Thinking of changing my MK5 GTi to get an MK7 R..

Any issues I should know about? 4 wheel drive system ok? Manual or DSG?

Cheers

--- End quote ---

ended up buying GTi, PP, DSG..

gulfstream11:
Great Choice... 3 door and Red to top it off???  :party:

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