Hey guys,
I am in the market for a Golf, GTI/GTE or the 150 hp engine, however I've read about the random and unpredictable failure of the water pump due to its bad design. And while changing a water pump after 100,000 km or 10 years is perfectly normal for most cars, there are so many bad stories of early failure or people who even change it multiple times.
So I might consider the 1.4 hybrid engine in the GTE or the eTSI. Do you guys know if these are less prone to water pump issue?
TIA!
The Eibach Pro-Kit 30/30 and OEM Clubsport rear silencer are now fitted.
After lowering, I performed the DCC adaptation in the shop using OBDeleven. Comfort and Sport still feel different, although the difference is slightly smaller. It feels more planted while remaining refined definitely an upgrade in ride quality. (It is alot lower tho so im still a little scared)
The Clubsport silencer is a little louder, especially on a cold start, but while driving you barely notice it. It’s mainly a visual upgrade, and it looks sick. I can upload a cold-start clip if anyone is interested.
The only issue is the automatic manoeuvre braking occasionally activating on steep inclines. I’ve disabled it while I find out whether it can be calibrated for the lower ride height.
Let me know what you guys think!
Next up: OEM Clubsport rear spoiler.
Could not have chosen a better first car
Driving from baden Württemberg to Berlin .
Hey folks,
I am in the market for a used Golf and considering both GTI and GTE. I am located in Europe and my impression is that the GTE loses value more quickly than the GTI but I don't have any hard statistics on hand. I'd rather spend a bit more and buy a vehicle that holds better its value.
Does anyone have any insights on this? Is this a current trend because sports ICE cars will become more and more rare? Or simply because the GTE follow EV trends that tend to lose value more quickly than ICE?
Curious to hear your thoughts!
Does anyone use a steering lock on their GTE and if so which one?
I've been looking at the Milenco High Steering Wheel Security Lock - Yellow anyone know if its any good?
Thanks
Mine is currently showing 59 km (37 miles) at 100% charge. Seems pretty decent, but I’m wondering what others are getting, especially during summer.