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Hi all, looking to buy (with or without tires) 18’ wheels for my MK7.5 - OEM Dallas wheels are just so hideous. Looking for Pretoria’s, Neuspeeds, or Belvedere’s. located in chicago, happy to drive nearly anywhere within 4-5 hours. Please DM or reply if you have anything!

These videos are tough because of the Europe OPF. Like someone said above, the OPF makes in person a way bigger difference than it does here. Thank GOD our R and GTI will be considerably louder here in North America.

I mean.. that’s true? But being further ahead to 70 doesn’t really make a difference. I meant on highway speeds flooring to pass it wasn’t much faster than the Gti, and it isn’t.

Yeah - I could get a new GTI SE w/Experience (DCC & Fender) for $27k and 0% financing or a 10k miles, used Golf R for $37k and 3%. Couldn’t really justify the extra cost, and I’m a college student so even the $27k was probably more than I should’ve spent.

I’ve got a 2019 GTI and test drove a few used R’s before buying and did again so recently just to check it out. I love the quad exhausts and the engine tuning on the R a little bit more - laggier is almost adding character, and the gearing on the manual is SO MUCH BETTER. Digital dash I could...

Check out Elston Hand Wash for something low-key and cheaper. The owner is awesome and they do a great job. Higher end would be Chicago Auto Pros in Glenview - amazing but you'll pay for it.

Mine I think is a rattle, but it sounds more like plastic bags rubbing or something like that. Similarly, only when backseats are up, and always over bumps. It literally sounds exactly like you crinkling a plastic grocery bag - is that what you guys think too?

Hey all, looking to install a Euro Short Shift on my 19' GTI. I got a quote from City VW Evanston that said $300 for INSTALL... insane. Anyone know any trusted indy shops in Chicagoland? Thanks so much.

Does anyone know if a dealer can install the Euro Short Shift for me? I don’t know if any great indy’s near me unfortunately - if anyone in Chicago has recommendations please let me know.

It’s honestly so easy. I’m not mechanically inclined at all and it was a piece of cake. Armor King has a ton of YouTube videos to help you, too! Feel free to practice before though

Awesome man! I hope it works out for you. Be sure to deep clean your car first, and use a spray that takes off the wax and sealant. It‘s gonna take an afternoon, but I think is well worth it. Be SURE to wipe it off as the instructions say, otherwise you’ll end up with ceramic shiny spots (looks...

Y’all better post videos!

That’s awesome man, congrats. Enjoy the car! I’d recommend going all out on the stock tires, so you’re more likely to replace them quicker. They’re trash, even compared to just a good all season. Be sure to keep some white lithium or silicone WD40 around for the inevitable squeaks. I did an...

If you change the mode, it’ll change, as I’m sure you know. Custom unfortunately you can’t change unless stopped.

Thank you! Been waiting for this.

I may have found the source, has anyone else seen this? There’s plastic wrap on both the left and right sides of the phone, both about 6 inches from the sticker. Above is some I pulled out. That sound is exactly what I’ve been complaining about. Why would it be here?

Yeah, and what makes it worse is that I’m in Atlanta with my family. I was not in Chicago from November on and don’t return until February... to have these issues in a southern winter makes me only imagine what the Chicago winter will do.

Thank you, much appreciated! I’ll check that out. Lucky you, it sounds like.

Haha, you're spot on. I'm about graduate college and it was a total impulse buy. Can't say I regret it, but maybe not the most responsible financial decision. If not for the insane deal and 0% they gave me, I wouldn't have it.

Has anyone called and gotten Car-Net at a discounted rate? The app is helpful to double check I locked the car and make sure it's secure, but the asking price is absurd. I'd pay like $50/year, but certainly not $200+. The fact that VW now includes it for 4 years makes me think there may be a...