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Offline V2 FAN

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Talk me in/out of an R32
« on: April 05, 2014, 10:08:41 pm »
I recently purchased an Ed30 however I'm lusting after an R32  :sad1:
My Edition is immaculate and I couldn't fault it, it's a stunning well equipped car.

But I keep seeing these blasted R32's and they look soooooooooo elegant and Devine especially the blue one  :rolleye:

I know they cost more on road tax being a V6, and that they are heavy and not so tuneable as an Edition.

What would you guys prefer as I'm having sleepless nights  :sick:
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #1 on: April 05, 2014, 10:13:08 pm »
......R32 sounds nicer

....but would you miss the turbo?

R32 is heavier, but its 4wd.

i think the R32 looks mint with the central exhausts.


Only you can really decide what you want lol  :wink:
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #2 on: April 05, 2014, 10:13:15 pm »
Each to there own but a modified ed30 for me all day long, I presume yours is standard?
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #3 on: April 05, 2014, 10:13:50 pm »
Erm there really slow.


Saying that they feel planted in 1/2nd gear but then the flat.
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #4 on: April 05, 2014, 10:14:59 pm »
Id miss the punch of the k04 i think... I personally wouldnt get a r32.
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #5 on: April 05, 2014, 10:17:18 pm »
Easy. The R32 is a better car than the one you own. Why wouldn't you upgrade? It's akin to a penis enlargement. :confused:
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #6 on: April 05, 2014, 10:23:53 pm »
Test drive one you have no intention of buying (ie one in a colour you don't like). If you prefer the way it drives, then you know what car you need to own  :happy2:

I've owned a K03 & a K04 GTI and driven an R32 a lot (went to the ring in one  :laugh:). They are all different beasts, the fuel consumption is ridiculous if driven hard, but they do sound good and have amazing traction. Couldn't have chosen a more planted car for the ring
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #7 on: April 05, 2014, 10:31:27 pm »

I had 2 K03 Mk5 GTi's then bought a normally aspirated BMW 330, and really missed the Turbo shove. Can't wait to get back.
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #8 on: April 05, 2014, 10:50:44 pm »
Some very good points and I do love that turbo kick  :rolleye:

I'm sending the Eddy in to R Tech for a stage 1 so hopefully I'll be more convinced, I guess I've been used to 4 wheel drive and therefore I need to give the Gti more time.

I'm such an impatient bugger  :stupid:

Thanks for the feedback guys  :notworthy:
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #9 on: April 05, 2014, 10:57:49 pm »
Quote from: V2 FAN on April 05, 2014, 10:50:44 pm
Some very good points and I do love that turbo kick  :rolleye:

I'm sending the Eddy in to R Tech for a stage 1 so hopefully I'll be more convinced, I guess I've been used to 4 wheel drive and therefore I need to give the Gti more time.

I'm such an impatient bugger  :stupid:

Thanks for the feedback guys  :notworthy:


Car will feel totally different after remap mate
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #10 on: April 06, 2014, 01:06:36 am »
U will enjoy it after the remap
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #11 on: April 06, 2014, 01:07:05 am »
U will be hugely disappointed with the r32 if you like tuneabilty and power
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #12 on: April 06, 2014, 01:55:15 am »
R32s registered between Nov 2005 & 23rd March 2006 are £285 tax (£25 more than the eddy) then 24th March 2006 to July 2008 are £490. Pros and cons to both, have a drive and see which suits you, I love the ED30, love the DSG, love the FWD, addicted to turbo power delivery.
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #13 on: April 06, 2014, 06:19:55 am »
Surely you need to test drive both and make your own mind up as to what you prefer or if you prefer the r32 or a gti or edition or another car
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Re: Talk me in/out of an R32
« Reply #14 on: April 06, 2014, 07:37:39 am »
Quote from: V2 FAN on April 05, 2014, 10:50:44 pm
Some very good points and I do love that turbo kick  :rolleye:

I'm sending the Eddy in to R Tech for a stage 1 so hopefully I'll be more convinced, I guess I've been used to 4 wheel drive and therefore I need to give the Gti more time.

I'm such an impatient bugger  :stupid:

Thanks for the feedback guys  :notworthy:

Then you've got the right car... Wait for Niki Gowers work and trust me you'll forget about the R32  :wink:
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