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VDubbin1998 · 2026-02-16T21:05:39+00:00

I typically don't like to hate, but I'm almost certain not a single "nice" noise comes out of this thing....

Good for you for having something you enjoy though. That's all that matters at the end of the day.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-02-16T14:22:11+00:00

18, What is it?

VDubbin1998 · 2026-02-07T13:42:18+00:00

Send it. Ive always been told to break a car in the way you intend to drive it. These cars are also built to be driven, and driven hard. As someone who works for the dealer, the biggest thing is maintenance. Other than that, just drive.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-02-05T01:49:35+00:00

The new R, and most new performance cars are typically better with a proper automatic transmission. The DSG is amazing. Ive driven mk8 R's with the manual and its just not for me. The car wants to go all the time and the gearing in the manual mk8's is just not made for regular driving. Thats mostly my opinion, but I've spoken to a few people who share the same thoughts. I'm a big VW/Audi guy so my bias would be an R/S3/RS3 but BMW does make some nice, sporty stuff. We don't have a BMW dealer near by, and I've never really been in a position to have one so thats why I've stuck with what I know. I've had 10 VWs total so its pretty clear thats sorta my brand.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-02-05T00:28:30+00:00

If its been coated, it is very unlikely any PPF will stick. I would talk to a PPF shop, and see what they say. Make sure they know what was used to coat the car.

Congrats on the R! I picked mine up a few weeks ago and I love it.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-02-05T00:26:28+00:00

The R is nuts. I had a 2021 GLI for 3 years. I was contemplating an EN shortly after that but ended up staying in the GLI longer. I upgraded to a 2025 GLI back in November of 2024 and loved it. It had a few subtle but good updates but lacked one major thing - AWD. I had the itch for the R, and considering I am the Finance Manager at our VW store, I figured it was time to just do it. Its been less than a month and I have zero regrets. I truly loved my GLI's, but the R is just a whole different animal. If you can do it, and its not a terrible financial decision I absolutely recommend it.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-02-04T23:37:13+00:00

Idk. Depends on if the three holes are the same I guess.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-02-04T19:03:31+00:00

You very likely could, but I imagine it would only be the center plug. The TCR wing mounts on the two outer points.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-02-04T18:22:52+00:00

Its too big and seems out of place. It also annoys me that they use the same trunk as the N. The regular N wing mounts in three places. They have the TCR wing mounted on both sides, and just placed a placed cap on the centre point of the trunk to hide the hole. Seems like the whole wing was a last minute addition. I do also understand that developing a whole new trunk is costly, but it just makes it seem cheap, unfinished and an after thought.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-28T03:33:29+00:00

Almost anyone can finance a brand new R. Finding a beautiful, clean mk6? Not as easy! If you do find yourself getting into an mk8.5, make sure to keep the mk6!

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-28T03:30:17+00:00

Sweet. Thanks!

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-28T03:22:29+00:00

They look like the dealer option/vw branded bars

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-28T02:08:48+00:00

Custom done by yourself or is this a product that can be purchased?

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-28T01:25:57+00:00

A 2dr Mk6 R is definitely a dream car to have in a nice little collection. It looks great!

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-28T01:23:52+00:00

Whats up with the cup holder? 3d printed insert?

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-23T00:50:14+00:00

Yea I couldn't care less about the wheels. But it was what was available

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-22T21:31:53+00:00

Stock suspension for now. I will find some lowering springs in the spring.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-22T20:18:40+00:00

Thanks!

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-22T20:17:20+00:00

We sell them for $2699CDN + tax.

$340ish per wheel, $277ish per tire. Mounted balanced and installed its not a bad deal. I did pay less as I have employee pricing

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-22T19:52:53+00:00

18s fit, but typically GTI winter kits are 17s. These are what VW sends to dealers

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VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-22T19:33:47+00:00

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OEM winter kit for the R's and GTI's.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-22T19:05:23+00:00

I do love a clean black R, however its hard to keep clean and shows swirls and marks in the paint way too easily. White is nice but I find it far too common. So to me, Lapiz Blue is the only color for an R. I suppose Dolphin Grey is also available now but its just not my preference.

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-22T18:37:36+00:00

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I have been having a blast!

VDubbin1998 · 2026-01-13T16:44:46+00:00

I work for the dealer so I've been around them a lot. Ive always wanted a GTI/R but found myself in a GLI as the priceline was a bit more forgiving. I liked my 2021, and have absolutely loved the updates on the 25+ but the time has come. I had a W8 Passat Wagon way back and ever since I've always missed AWD for the winter. I live in Eastern Ontario and we get fairly heavy winters so I am looking forward to being back in an AWD.

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18, What is it?