Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

[R_Ethug]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

mk6s are starting to hit good.. i've seen a white and black gti in the last 2 days

[Canadian Turbo]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

Latest rumors from people in the know on the Vortex:

Latest "rumors" say that final negotiations are taking place and decision will likely come down in the next two weeks. Things look pretty solid for both 2-door and 4-door with the choice of six-speed manual or six-speed DSG. In other words nearly everyone should be happy.

I'd also look for pricing around the same price as the outgoing Golf V model. Production would start at the end of this year with cars available 1st quarter of 2011.

We'll see in a few more weeks.

No mention of Canada yet though, but too long for me to wait I will be happy with my GTI.

[R_Ethug]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

yea.. chip the normal GTI=same difference

[Deuce]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

I'd also look for pricing around the same price as the outgoing Golf V model.

For us Canadians (if it even comes), we're looking at a base price of likely just under $40,000 with a price closer to $45,000 for one that is "nicely equipped". If it doesn't come to Canada... add at least another $5,000 to the price for RIV, duty, blah, blah, blah.

Yowza!

[Canadian Turbo]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

Yep can have a very nice and probably quick GTI for that kind of money. At this point I am mostly interested in the parts, like bumpers, tails and such that should be easier and cheaper to source.

[greenGS]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

yea.. chip the normal GTI=same difference

except you can't put that much power down through the FWD effectivelly. Also you could probably chip the R to make over 300hp

For us Canadians (if it even comes), we're looking at a base price of likely just under $40,000 with a price closer to $45,000 for one that is "nicely equipped". If it doesn't come to Canada... add at least another $5,000 to the price for RIV, duty, blah, blah, blah.

Yowza!

I'd buy one for under 40k for sure. I paid 38 for my loaded GTI 2 yrs ago.

R brings nicers looks, awd, more power. STI and EVO are over 40k too so this car would compete with those cars for sales.

[cam_wmh]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

yea.. chip the normal GTI=same difference

MK6 GTi & GOLF R have different 2.0's.

[Kor]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

Rumors of the Polo being built in Mexico soon...

[Khyron]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

Edit: missed prev page.

I like the idea, but I think I'm gonna be a sedan lifer.

[cam_wmh]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

A new MK6 Golf R, forum on the tex was created a couple days ago.

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zeroforum?id=1190

Sounds like it's all but official in the states. Uncertain about here.

[Deuce]

Re: Did I miss any news? GTI R to Canada?

Several "Golf R" videos on the 'Tube nowadays. FYI.

I'm gonna take a pass on this one if it ever comes to Canada. With that said... dibs on whoever wants to give me the first ride in theirs!