Thinking of getting a MK7 ...

[vhl71]

Considering trading my 2011 335 Xi for a used 2018 golf Tsi (23000kms). Had a few bimmers in my life. With my 335 at 175000kms I don’t want to be spending a whole lot of maintenance at the moment. So decided to test drive a new golf and surprisingly I didn’t feel a let down compared to my 335

Considering the 1.8L 180hp it is quite peppy and I loved the way it handles on highway and tight corners.

Is it worth for me to get this car? It is within my budget but I don’t want to regret it later. I know my wife will already wonder what’s wrong with me going from a bmw to Golf

Has anyone done something similar?

PS I like the gti- but don’t want to spend that much money.


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[Sumfuncomet]

The Golf would be great! I had a BMW 535xi MT. Great car but lots to maintain. The Golf can be easily modded for more power, put on some good tires and you will have fun. Beware of the sunroofs as some have leaked. I have a six speed in my Alltrack, the five speed manual in the Golf is less sporty.

 

[PLF8593]

Coming from a 40K BMW you don't wanna spend 25K on a GTI, but you want to spend 20K on a Golf? The value add in the 5K premium on the GTI is very much so there... But hey, it's your money, your choice.

 

[toastergod]

I would run from the BMW so fast. #moneypit Just my opinion. I don't know anyone that has had good long term experience with BMW, myself included.

 

[The Fed]

Keep the BMW.

 

[vhl71]

Coming from a 40K BMW you don't wanna spend 25K on a GTI, but you want to spend 20K on a Golf? The value add in the 5K premium on the GTI is very much so there... But hey, it's your money, your choice.

As I said, my BMW isn’t worth much now with 175kms. For golf I’ll be paying only C$9K on top. For the same money I’ll get a 2012 GTI with 90kms.
That’s the choice I’ve. Either get a 2012 GTI (90kms) or a 2018 golf (20kms)


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[Pikkagtr]

I would run from the BMW so fast. #moneypit Just my opinion. I don't know anyone that has had good long term experience with BMW, myself included.

We've got a 229k mile e39 M5 that begs to differ
Cars are only as good as the owners and their maintenance schedule

 

[Jacobmk7]

Like you said the BMW isn’t worth much, just keep it until it blows up, why not. Plus the 335i is a beast, if I didn’t get a gti I would have gotten an used f30 335i.

 

[KevinC]

The 335 was a decent car by 2011, much better than the early E90/E92's, which had a myriad of problems, especially the HPFP.

But - I still wouldn't want to own one with that kind of mileage and no warranty. Any number of things could go south that would be insanely expensive to repair. Then you're left with a car that's still older and high mileage, with the next time bomb (whatever it may be) ticking away.

But why buy a Golf and not at least a GTI, if not an R? I think if you save a few bucks by going the Golf route, that you'll regret it later. Much less likely if you step up to a GTI or R. Good luck with your decision.

 

[vhl71]

Yes. But to get a 2015 GTI or newer the price difference is quite big. Plus there is only one dealer who’s giving me a decent trade value for my bimmer. He doesn’t have any GTI. Rest of them want mine for literally nothing.
So essentially I may do this trade just to get rid of my bmw. Down the road I may sel or trade the golf for a gti. Since I’m getting a good deal on the golf I may not lose too much money if I decide to get a gti later.


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[sshlyk]

Buy used Hyundai if you want reliability and cheap. Not much fun though.

 

[vhl71]

Buy used Hyundai if you want reliability and cheap. Not much fun though.

That’s why I’m planning to get a new golf.


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[inc55]

Just do it bro. Golf gti R they are all good. The 1.8 with a tune will be a fun car. I test drove a stock one and really enjoyed it. Good amount of power. Steering and brakes were good too.


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[HighQuality_H20]

If it were me, i would trade a high mileage bmw.

Even if i was filthy rich, i would trade a high mileage bmw.

If i were in your shoes i would shop for a new GTI or a new Golf.

They got 72k bumper to bumper warranty.

 

[roundle1979]

You are an enthusiast. Throw down for the GTI. Get a new one.