2023 VW GTI 40th Anniversary / Almost Peak GTI
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- Опубликовано: 7 апр 2023
- High performance, practicality and affordability are hard to achieve simultaneously. While it's debatable to some, I believe the mark 8 GTI checks those boxes, and the 40th anniversary edition sweetens the deal. In fact, this with a 6 speed would earn my general recommendation over the new Civic SI, Subaru WRX, GR Corolla and more.
Thank you, Royal on the Eastside, for letting me test drive this GTI for the review!
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I actually kind of forgot about these until this video. There's apparently one nearby me for $35k. I feel like it's the sweet spot because of the adaptive suspension, and the base already being surprisingly well equipped.
Kinda crazy they kept the same engine for 3 generations and still made it significantly faster each time, just shows how much potential they have.
4th Gen now.
. While there are definitely some engine changes that help... The turbo is key here.
they keep making the turbo bigger!
I just picked up a white 40th Anniv. I don't think I can drive another car without DCC it's so nice!
Congrats dude! I have one in white too! Sooo Niceee
I just purchased a Pomelo Yellow 6 speed manual two days ago. It is absolutely incredible! Prior to seeing the one I bought, I’d only caught a glimpse of a Mk 8 in black passing through town. As many others, I wasn’t sure about the color. The moment we drove up to the dealer and saw it parked in front, I knew I would own it. It is the sweetest ride I’ve ever seen! Had I not purchased it (it had just arrived the day before), there were three other customers who would have bought it. I count myself fortunate! I am so thrilled to own this marvelous machine!
Congratulations! The yellow is an awesome color! I was able to purchase a white one. My sticker price with dealer mark up came out to $38k which I think is a bargain compared to the SE and the Autobahn model. How much did you pay for yours?
How's the sound system? I have a 40th on hold but I'm debating whether to go with the performance package or 40th.
I can live without leather, which I prefer, but not a horrible sound system
@@GGDAWG, we did well. Not only did they give us a great trade value on our 2017 Golf, we were able to talk them down to about $36K. Their window sticker was $41K, which I told them there was just no way that was fair. I’m grateful they worked with us as they did. I feel they were fair with us. BTW, I love that beautiful opal white color too! Congratulations!
@@adriano5126I wish the 40th had a Harmon Kardon, but it doesn’t. The sound is good, clear, totally sufficient, but I wouldn’t call it superior. But it will work for you as long as you’re not a discriminating, highly demanding audiophile!
That's cool. Back in the 90s my friend had a yellow Corrado with a manual. Very nice and very underrated car.
Its funny, we used to say you were getting ripped off if you paid full MSRP, because most were paying under invoice... these days, its considered a "steal" to get it at MSRP and dealership profits are higher than ever before. Meanwhile, our lifetime savings are worth less and less with which to buy a car outright. You vill own nussing and you vill be happy! Thanks new world order!
Exactly, not to mention car prices jumped up considerably last couple of years.
Honestly, it’s horrible how dealers justify some of the markups. I think car buying should be like apple or tesla, set the price and be done.
@@Realistick I would love for a factory direct option, sell it for close to what dealers would pay (cut out the middle man to save both parties), no haggle fixed price, delivered straight to your door Carvana style. For warranty repairs, manufacturer could oversee third party shops to do the repairs just like car insurance companies do when your vehicle is heavily damaged. Voila!
That's why I don't pay TAX and steal at the store 😊
Profits are "higher" but that money is worth way less. It has less buying power. Welcome to printing money out of thin air.
Former Mk5 and mk7 and mk7.5 owner, my mk8 is the best one I have owned. Yes it has quirks but the performance leaves a huge grin on my face. You mentioned summer tires and I agree. My SE came with all seasons which I replaced with Continental extreme contact sports and launch and handling drastically changed. My car is a 6mt. As far as fuel just for grins I put in shell 89 (I only use shell) after running 87 for 2 months. The car seemed to respond better and returned a 4mpg increase on highway driving. Trust me I drive it like I stole it and was not granny shifting the car.
How do you like the manual transmission? I can’t decide between manual or dsg.
so relieved to see a comment from another true hothatch user, with a manual. btw, Shell, realllly? Mobil stretches things wayyy further.
This is what I have decided on ( White pearl ,40th, DSG auto). BTW - I have seen reviews that put a bone stock 2023 GTI on a dyno . They have mentioned that it is actually "underrated from the factory" and the actual HP /torque numbers are ~249 / 290 after several dyno runs... If I cannot find a 40 then I will wait for a 2024 GTI S white DSG auto and be just fine....
The guacamole value proposition was so smooth yet so relatable lol.
Would you consider reviewing a 2024 Hyundai Kona when they are released? I am not sure if you have a Hyundai dealership you work with, but that design is something else. Very curious about their new 8speed automatic instead of the DCT in the 1.6T.
11:14 Lots of us (owners) are also suffering from sensor errors popping up on the dash multiple times a second for a couple of minutes (i.e. Travel assist, Rear Traffic, ESC).
It’s happened to me for like 13+ times now.
They usually go away, but sometimes I just turn the car on and off and they stop coming up.
I haven’t visited the dealership but will plan to do so eventually , since I don’t use the car everyday, not in a hurry.
Giving it time to see if others visit my nearest for the same problem🤞🏽. Working with the dealer’s is just horrible.
BTW I “suffered a coolant leak”, even after the recall was conducted.
Need a new steering wheel
No kidding dude, I just test drove a 2023 40th Anniversary edition with 9500 miles. The sensors went nuts before we left the dealership, and when stopping at each light. The person from the dealership thought it was due to incorrect mounting of the front license plate. Anyway, we took the car back and dropped it off at their service department. All I could think was, yeah, that's why the original owner traded in the car for something else.
Since VW said they are going back to physical controls I’m betting the 8.5 is going to be a lot better than the 8.
Their CEO said it, but there’s no evidence yet that this change is happening.
Just sat in a base s at carmax yesterday. Was really impressed with ergos, but wasn't a fan of how everything is built into the infotainment system.
Going to look at one. Definitely don’t need the 40th (fine with a base S) but the anniversary editions are always sought after and good value. I still remember how much I loved the 2003 20th anniversary GTI. Im cross shopping against a Mk7.5 which is still a fantastic car. I would be immediately doing an APR stage 1 tune on the Mk7.5 but would probably wait if I got the Mk8. Or, wait for the Mk8.5 🤔
I contacted my local dealership about the 40th anniversary a few months back. They emailed me last week to informed me they are finally getting one in stock. Unfortunately is a DSG and I want the 6MT. They charge no markups either 👍🏻
Adaptive suspension, summer performance tires, special colors, Club sport wheels, blacked out roof, mirror caps, decals, light bar for a few grand more than the S model. My wife has a Urano grey on order can’t wait! Excellent value and love the plaid seats. Have owned 5 GTI’s, love them.
I really wish they make a similar trim next year!
also gets door handle lights (according to the vw builder), red stitching on steering wheel with 40th logo.
As a mk8 driver who thought I’d hate the capacitive touch steering wheel, I love it and really hope VW keeps it going forward. No learning curve compared to buttons, never accidentally hit them, but they add functionality.
People who criticise don’t know what they are talking about and don’t own one
I've got one and I love the touch screen it's nice and easy. I'd keep mine
It’s almost like anyone who gets to review this car has to sign a contract REQUIRING them to regurgitate the complaint about the buttons and radio.
I agree, I love the capacitive buttons. I’ve been baffled by all the hate this car gets. Just people who have never driven the car regurgitating the talking heads on RUclips.
Perks of working for a dealer group with a VW dealership in the group. I got my 40th anniversary edition for 33k otd.
I just bought the Pomelo Yellow 40th anniversary GTi in Canada. A few differences with my DSG car compared to the one in the video. 1). I have no volume or tuner knobs. Just capacitive sliders under the infotainment screen. 2). No Travel Assist features (like adaptive cruise control or lane assist). 3). I do have the KESSY system complete with proximity unlocking. And no dealer markup which was nice!!
Congrats!
+Weston Raske that’s disheartening to hear as I love ACC. Could careless about lane assist, lane departure is all that’s needed.
I’m trying to pick one up in Red but let’s see how much they mark it up.
It’ll for sure be about 2-3K
Best of luck with your purchase! Hope you get a good deal and it has the ACC!
@@westonraske8152 well I’m in BC , so if you don’t have it. Mines won’t either! Thanks , wish me luck on the ADM🫡
@@SWEETVENOM100 I'm in BC too and currently run a Mk7.5 DSG. My understanding was that in Canada, dealers have to sell new cars at MSRP. That said, I've seen some using workarounds such as overcharging on "mandatory" accessories on some special models like the Civic Type-R.
Is the black top paint, glass, or something else? I have a MK7.5 Autobahn 6MT and the black glass border around my sunroof has developed a stress crack and the coating on the black glass is peeling. It is going to be replaced under warranty soon. Just wondering if it's the same type of material.
I have one. It's painted black. So shouldn't have that type of issue.
Bob Boast VW in Bradenton FL had this car marked up $5K! Totally ruining the value proposition of the car. I had been waiting for this very edition to trade in my ‘18 GTI but refuse to pay anything over MSRP. What a shame.
UPDATE: I bought one at Brandon VW in Tampa for MSRP. Dark grey with the 6 spd!
I’m in Indianapolis and drove down to Bloomington to drive this very car as it was one of the first 40th’s in the area. While the folks at Royal were awesome I ultimately declined a purchase because of the DSG. Plus, it’s hard to justify getting rid of my diesel SportWagen.
Anyway, a search for a manual has not been fruitful. They seem to be going fast while the DSG’s, like this one, seem to be sitting longer.
just test drove a manual 40th yesterday, in Urano grey, at City VW of Chicago. it's available.
@@johnyacoub69 I ended up getting a Pomelo Yellow manual here in Indianapolis. Pretty awesome car. My daughter named it Snot Rocket, Jr. Her green Subaru Outback already claims Snot Rocket.
Just got a GTI mk8 in Canada, it is interesting that they gave me the larger infotainment system and deleted some of the safety features, it also came with summer tires. Amazing car, far better than my Golf Mk7, but the infotainment system isn't great, I miss not having a volume knob like the US version.
The base model comes with the smaller screen, summer tires and a volume knob in Canada. Great value at $33ish CDN with dsg.
@@toddstevens8506 I forgot to mention it is the 40th anniversary edition. So it looks like there are some differences between the US and Cdn version.
I believe you guys also got keyless entry. Is that right?
@@GGDAWG Yes, but not on the base model.
@@GGDAWG We did, I really didn't know what features the car had until it was delivered (other than adjustable dampers). Usually the US versions seem to have the better features than the CDN, I think the US needed more safety features like auto stop.
The markups are crazy on these. Every dealership from CA, CO, NV, ID, UT, WA, etc all asked for $8K markup... PLUS $3K in dealer added options.
Got mine for MSRP in TN
I just got my white 40th $1300 below MSRP lol
Got mine for a very good price at Family Volkswagen, Burleson TX which is south of Fort Worth.
what's that colourway? and, how does you feel it'll hold up in the actual real world?
I had rain sensing window wipers in my mk4 vr6 (GlX)
I'm surprised at how many cars still don't have that feature.
Dealer here in San Antonio marked up the 40th $5k. And after dealer options (nitrogen in tires?? $100 c’mon) and TTL, it came up to $44k. Absolutely not
Oh also forgot to say they’re only bringing over/making 1500 of them for the entire US. So good luck finding one.
A large portion of the ones available right now are 40th anniversary on cars.com. They made it a later production so they’re all out now. It really is unfortunate as this is such an awesome package. This one is available with zero markup btw.
@@Realistick I did consider buying one and then flipping it. Lol
I agree the DCC makes that car and trim so worth it!
Don't flip it. You will be contributing to the problem. Buy it and enjoy it or don't buy it if you don't need it.
@@janoycresnova9156 didn’t buy it. Just didn’t think it was a good investment. I think I’ll wait until the steering wheel changes to actual buttons. I am going to get this Gen though
@@t0eknee959 As a Mk8 owner the steering wheel buttons are probably the least egregious of the haptics. They're sat on rocker switches like a controller's D-pad and so there's an actual physical detent to pressing them. It's everything else I find mildly aggravating. But at least in my Autobahn my climate, wipers, and light are all just running on auto so I basically never interact with the interior anyways.
Like the rims but it’s and S no sun roof small screen
Hi I would like to know why is the 2023 the 40th anniversary if the gti debuted in 1975/76
I’m considering this exact car - same color. I have to make up my mind pronto. I’d be trading in my white 7.5, which I’m having a really hard time giving up. Ugh! I just can’t make up my mind - lol. What do you think of the yellow? I haven’t seen it in real life, and won’t get the chance if I want to reserve the one coming in.
I think I’d go with white or red over the yellow but it stands out in a nice way!
@@Realistick Yeah, can’t get my hands on a white or red S or Anniversary. Unless I drive a decent distance. I did find one white S with a 6,000 mark up - lol.
All I’m gonna say is if your infotainment and other electronics are working without issue in your 7.5, then keep it.
I just traded in my 2019 7.5 manual GTi for the Pomelo Yellow 40th anniversary DSG car. I loved my 7.5 but I am really enjoying the Mk 8. I do miss the stick a bit, but the DSG is pretty slick. I actually like all the infotainment and cockpit tech, but it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. The color is bold but it has really grown on me. Wouldn’t have any other color now.
@@neeko.b. Finally traded for an 8 S trim. The infotainment took me two days to be perfectly comfortable.
And I’m an old lady. It’s actually an easy intuitive system with lots of short cuts.
And the drive quality is way better
Thinking about it, after a year or two after finishing car payment
Do you think DCC is worth it? Debating on snagging a 2023 SE with no DCC or waiting for the 2024 380 package that comes with DCC standard
I’d go for the 380 package personally! The DCC is great for daily driving.
@@Realistick that’s what I’m beginning to lean towards. I’ve seen nothing but high praise for DCC from those who have either tested it or owned a GTI with it. My only dilemma now is that I’m not too crazy about the cosmetic add ons of the 380, I prefer how the 2023s have more body colored accents rather than the black roof, mirror caps, and wheels.
How does the manual transmission GTI compare to the Mazda3 Manual or an SI manual?
Si is better, the GTI has long throws and feels rubbery like he said
nice clutch feel in GTI but too light of a shifter feel. my mk6 base na golf oddly is more crisp and satisfying.
I just bought the 2023 Mazda3 H/B with manual transmission. I love the new 6-speed, it shifts really crisp and quickly compared to my 2006 Mazda3 manual, but the clutch is so different from the 2006, being lighter, I am having a hard time getting used to it. It is also, so quiet compared to my old 2006 2.0 motor that I can not hear the engine. Thanks for all of the replies!
@@t.k.morris nice. i'd get a mazda 3 turbo if it had a stick and irs.
Just to let you know, the interface is actually really super easy to use. Finally decided to trade my 7.5 for an 8. And within two days, I wouldn’t have my knobs back.
The touch capacitive buttons are just fine.
The piano black is 😢. That’s the one thing I’d change.
And, because I’m short, I prefer having an adjustable head rest.
But the seats are more comfortable than the 7.
The chassis is a huge improvement.
I love me car.
My next car will be either a manual SE MK8 or GR Corolla. MSRP is really pretty close to one another (corolla with the LSDs is a bit more). Do you think the GR is worth the premium? Driven Integra Manual, Corolla (non GR) Hatch manual, Civic Si, Mk7 Manual, WRX manual... The MK7 to me has been the best all rounder (haven't driven the MK8 yet, I plan on it this Thursday) -- but I haven't even seen let alone driven the GR. You seem to have a LOT of seat time in the mk8 and of course your own GR -- perhaps we can get a comparison?
It's definitely worth the premium IF you just want the most performance while retaining the basic functionality of a hatch. If you really care about luxury, features, ride comfort, fuel cost or practicality, I'd stick with the GTI! It's still fun, quick, handles well, and it's better than the GR in all other ways (maybe not style and wow factor though). Perhaps I could do a comparison in the future though I'd probably try to find the R if I am to put it next to the GR.
@@Realistick thank you! I look forward to it.
how does it compare to the wrx? im crosshopping mk8 gti and wrx.
@@basslover352 i prefer the golf to WRX. Better styling, more usable trunk, standard safety even on manual, and automatic option is dsg rather than cvt
@@TheoPhilpot Thanks. How about performance, steering, steering feel etc?
Got a 380 S stick. Less than 37k with tax tag and title.
the sale numbers for the GTI 6 and the GTI 7 were really good in the past in Germany but for this GTI 8 very bad. How is it in the USA?
Carsalesbase.com should have the answer!
@@Realistick thanks 👍
There is also GTi Polo, not only GTi Golf
Also, is it just me, but shouldn't anything that comes with a wireless charger also come with wireless APC and AA? With non-wireless you still have to plug your phone in, which is going to charge it anyway, so what's the benefit of the wireless charger there?
I picked up my 40th anniversary GTi with the DSG transmission a couple weeks ago. No dealer mark-up either so I thought it was great value for money, at $38K CAD. They are not readily available though. The local dealer was allocated one car and it was offered first come, first serve to everyone on their GTI wait list. I guess I was the fastest on the draw. It has the wireless charge pad and wireless Apple/Android Car play. Also has the full KESSY system including proximity unlocking. And Navigation and Head-up Display. But it doesn't have the full Travel Assist package (adaptive cruise control/lane assist) like this model. Nor does it have volume/tuning knobs. Those functions are done through the infotainment system or touch-sliders under the screen or capacitive 'buttons' on the steering wheel. I live in Canada and purchased the car from a Canadian dealership. Not sure if the cars for the Canadian market are trimmed out a little differently than for the US market, maybe? Or what is going on. Strange.
@@westonraske8152 Yes, your Canadian-spec GTI 40th Anniversay is spec'd very differently, compared to the U.S. version. It sounds like your version is based on the SE or Autobahn trims, while ours is definitely based on the S-trim. It's the new Civic Si situation all over again.
@@westonraske8152 Does your GTI have the multi mode DCC suspension? I find it strange too, that they would spec the 40th differently in Canada. hmm..
Interesting … in Germany we have the GTI Clubsport (300 PS) as the 45 Edition. Not the standard GTI and not edition 40 (ed 40 was kinda MK7 Golf) 🤔
You guys are lucky to have the clubsport. More horsepower. 😀😀
The Golf GTI did not come to the US until 1983, so 7 years behind Germany, hence the 'delay' in our anniversary edition models compared with Europe's.
Yeah we don't receive a lot of the special models in the US. Would've bought a Mk7 Golf R in 2 doors but we only got 4 door versions. Same with Mk8 - no more coupes, sadly.
I had to replay when he says enthusiastically , excitedly ..." Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers !!! " This for all you drivers that cannot figure out that it is raining . Or what the bleep to do when drops of water fall from the sky !!!! Oh My God !! Help ! It is raining ! Oooooh. I have sensing windshield wipers ..... yeeeaahhh .
Can you mention which fuel type the car you're reviewing takes? For example here, I'm curious whether it needs premium or runs on regular fine?
Runs on regular just fine. Even says so on the VW tech spec page
I also mentioned in this video that it runs on regular. It was when I brought up efficiency.
@@Realistick my bad, must have missed it
Not only can it run on 87, it makes full power on 87 as well.
Push button start but no proximity lock/unlock I never understand. You have to take the key fob out to unlock the car, but can then put it back in your pocket to start the car. Makes zero sense. Give both or neither.
7:16 this model comes with black wheels not these shown
It is so disappointing to see that the Mk8 GTI is the very first generation GTI that has no 2-door option at all - anywhere in the world - for those of us who don't need a 4-door, and do appreciate the fact that the lines were always significantly better on the 2-door GTIs (Mk1-Mk7). Hey @VW don't forget the GTI was always a 2-door.
Actually no it wasn't. The MK1 Golf GTI also had a 4 door variant as well. A 4-door GTI is just as "pure" as the 2-door GTI. I personally prefer the looks of the 4-door Golf GTI. Which is why I bought one.
Again, this is the first generation without any 2-door GTI (or Golf). Lame bastards.
It's damping, not dampening
Has VW fixed the carboning problem on their direct injection? It ruined the experience of owning a Jetta for my friend.
Not to my knowledge but doing a fuel induction service every 25k miles should keep you from running into problems!
@@Realistick Toyota solved it by using both intake manifold and direct injection. Cheers!
No auto folding mirrors? No auto hold function for the parking brake? Yucks
Some dealers are marking up this vehicle by $10k. Ridiculous.
The screen lag 😵💫😵💫😵💫😵💫😵💫😵💫😵💫
Why’s the US doing there own thing again Europe ha a 45 edition they doing a 40th edition .Gti brand is actually on the 45th addition
because we didn't get a GTI in the states until '83, 7 years later than in Europe. 45th came out in '21 there, but here, it's only been 40 this year.
There are aspects of the GTI that I really like, but all the gloss black and capacitive touch just doesn't work for me. As former VW owner it's sad to see all the cost cutting post Diesel Gate.
I have a feeling VW will fix it soon but they'll jack up a price too.
@@janoycresnova9156 My feeling is that it’s here to stay because the 8 is the end of the GTI. I know for sure that the capacitive buttons will be in the 2024. Which I was kinda waiting for to see what would happen. But VW has already said that they’ll be in the 2024. But a friend of mine has an 8 and I really don’t think the infotainment & buttons are a big deal. She’s gotten to really like the whole thing and she’s an older person. So if she can do it I’d imagine a younger person would have no problems at all.
They added gloss black to the 2023, which is just so silly.
Other than that though, I really like the interior & strongly disagree with those who think it’s “cheaper” feeling than the 7/7.5. Personally I don’t think so. And I have a 7.5 which I really love way too much.
Redo the infotainment, upgrade the interior slightly (VW use to have great interiors) and get rid of the piano black plastics and I’m in! These GTI's are great for everyday Hot-hatches.👍
Having owned 8 Golf's Mk7 Autobahn GTI, Mk6,Mk7 Face-lift. 5 of Them Autobahn. I can tell you there isn't a dealership selling. That car here in the USA without a mark up of 5K and higher! Everyone reading this is smart enough to know this already. I have been shopping for a Golf R for 4 months now and every crooked dealership has given me a price of 49-63. And for a Gti Autobahn it has been 47k and up . Good luck finding one at MSRP
The dealer that has this, sold 2 Rs at msrp and this GTI is still available I believe (msrp). So many dealers are terrible but there are still others that have some level of morals.
@Realistick Thanks for sunshine reply. But here on the east coast, the prices are ransom. Just so you already know, dealers I've gone to are Selling GOLF R to whoever bids the highest when one comes available! I appreciate and respect your response. My last Quote was from a dealership in Laural MD for a Autobahn GTI 47k. 2 weeks ago, Anthother From SC Golf R 51K again 4 months and the list goes on. Thank you 😊
Managed to battle my way into a Mk8 Autobahn for $500 over sticker. A dirty taste in my mouth, but it was from a initial $4.5k markup, so I think I did alright.
Out in the West Coast, and it's just misery for anyone looking for an R. Markups are insane for them in the greater bay area.
Prices on all cars are marked up by those crooked dealerships. This is why you don't see many new cars on the road! !
@@rgonzalez6735 Your region affects everything. I had to travel a few hundred miles to get my GR Corolla.
I Think the JCW MINI Countryman would do absolutely better than the VW MK8 Golf with 306hp ALL4.
I also have a mini and repairs are so expensive. I would do it myself if I had the free time. Thermostat replacement cost over $1000. I'm an idiot for paying that. I had no choice at the time. 😂😂😂😂😂😂
dude that car is 45k. compare it to the golf r which also offers a manual.
The 40th is absolutely the way to go having all of the performance upgrades from the Autobahn. I have a white manual coming with an eta of 4/23/23-5/07/23 for $34,611. I can’t wait!
What city/state? (dealer location)
@@t.k.morris I was the first order at Bommarito Volkswagen St. Peters in Missouri. They do all orders at msrp.
@@bradava1 Thanks! Salesman to work with referral?
@@t.k.morris absolutely Reese Sells Cars. Here’s his channel. youtube.com/@vwguru
@@bradava1 Do you have a link to a VW owners forum that is active and helpful?
Buyers and reviewers always moan about the price of these cars...tell you what...compare to what's available at same price points, and if people find those more attractive...let them go buy them at all means...dealerships do not have any problem selling these cars...VW is just bashed...I would never but a rice rocket platform...
The mk8 interior looks cheap compared to mk7.
I agree, but the multi mode DCC suspension was what I was after without spending extra for the Autobahn trim.
11:18. 40th anniversary should come with black wheels, black mirror, black top, side graphics, …. Where is this
Hmmm, according to VW the 40th Anniversary GTI is supposed to include the Autobahn's summer tires as standard, along with the adaptive suspension, light bar, 19" black wheels, wheel pinstriping, 40th Anniversary decals, and red interior trim pieces. (The summer tires, adaptive suspension, much better-looking wheels, and S-trim volume and tuning knobs being the prime 40th Anniversary motivators for me.) Otherwise, yes, if VW would ditch the piano black and garbage electronics this would be peak GTI, which would be great...if you could actually get one, and get it at msrp, or, better yet, at the usual pre-pandemic discount. Instead, when I tried to get one, I was told that that not only could I not even get on a list for one, so that I'd at least be assured of getting one, but there would definitely be a dealer markup, and it would be on a first come/first served basis. This turned me off to the prospect of getting one. Zero chance I'm paying above msrp for anything, much less something that depreciates as badly as VWs always do. Ended up buying a 2023 MX-5 GT soft top 6-spd manual instead, at a healthy discount. VW lost a sale there.
It looks little like a rabbit passing on the monstrosity it’s a young person’s hottie .
😢 that’s it’s a VW. At $40+++
I’m 59 years old and a female. I adore my 7.5 GTI.
This is in no way affordable lol..its like 37K...affordable would be 22K.
So you can get knobs in a gti but not the R, why?
Dealer near me wants $50k +. Not worth it.
This dealer has sold two 40th anniv for msrp or below
@@Realistick Good to know! Thank you.
@@bigmacdaddy1234 hopefully anearby region has a better deal, a viewer from texas actually got one without markup not too long ago too so it’s not just here in Indiana!
Oof. So much for break in.
As far as I know all USDM GTIs are built in Mexico. Unless the 40th is specially built in Germany.
That is what I thought too. All the GTI mrk8 I seen at the dealer shows assembled in Germany on the sticker. Engine is Hungary.
@@GGDAWG interesting.
No, all 8th gen GTI and Golf R for North America are made in Germany. Mexico no longer produces Golfs and the 8th gen wasn't even sold in Mexico initially, for that reason; not sure if they have begun to import them or not.
@@johnyacoub69 Cool. If I could get more for my trade in I'd go for a 40th anniversary GTI. It being built in Germany makes it that much cooler.
The MK7.5 was the peak of the GTI...for now.
$36k for front wheel drive hatchback is nuts.for 38k you can get a ppmustang get
V8 and rear wheel drive takes the win
Performance for money, a mustang will always win. But you are not getting a performance pack mustang v8 for 38k (base 23 5.0 if you’re very lucky)and the just released 2024 is a ton more than that. The GTI is about doing everything, not just speed.
Comparing a GTI to a mustang is “nuts” 😂
markups over 5k and not very easy to find. Very Limited production. Waste of time watching this review.
The infotainment system is almost the same as my id4.
Tbh you get used to it after a week or so 🙉
Gonna have to unsub for that guacamole comment, smh.
How old are you? lol
If you think $2.65 for a half assed scoop of green goop is a good deal, then I am concerned! I still buy it sometimes but I feel so robbed.
those wheels with the red stripe are hideous.