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Had an ongoing issue with my left foot, likely aggravated by stop and go traffic lead me to start considering a trade to an automatic transmission. I've always wanted to try out the B8/8.5 S4, so I started looking around. I test drove a few and really enjoyed the ride quality and instantaneous...

I sold my car and am selling a few parts. Would prefer local pickup on them or can meet you half way if anywhere near central Texas. Might be willing to ship (added cost) if they don't sell locally. Prices are firm. Parts have ~10k miles on them 1. Bilstein B14 (PSS) coilovers $575 2. Eurocode...

Planning to trade my car in within the near future and have some parts I'm selling. Would be for local pick up in Austin. 1. Bilstein B14 PSS Coilovers ~10k miles SOLD 2. APR Downpipe SOLD 3. Eurocode Under Brace (black) SOLD 4. Eurocode Rear Brace (black) SOLD 5. Kurt 1 1/4" receiver hitch -...

Looks like VW outsold VW in 2016. 10.31 million vehciles versus Toyota's 10.175 million. Sauce http://www.bbc.com/news/business-38793253

Figured it would be worth making a thread to track changes and events with my car. It's a a '16 GTI SE MT with PP and LP. I'll add more detail about mods/review things as I get more time. Feel free to ask questions about any mods. Engine & Transmission Mods BMS Clutch Stop OEM TT Short Shifter...

Is anyone running the 034Motorsport street density strut mounts? https://store.034motorsport.com/strut-mount-street-density-mkvii-volkswagen-golf-gti-r-8v-8s-audi-a3-s3-tt-tts-mqb.html Please share your impressions!

So this happened sometime last night, which sucks. Now I need to get a new set of wheels. I'd like to run 235 40 18s. I'm between 18x8 and 18x8.5. I know both will fit fine, but are there any real benefits to going with the 8.5" wheel with that tire width in mind? The weight difference...

From time to time when starting the car and turning on the fan, the upper vents will not open. Changing the fan setting (floor, face, defrost, etc) and the fan speed does not fix this. Eventually, the front facing vents will open up. Does anyone else have this issue or "feature"?

Installed a TT short shift lever (8J0-711-046-E) and 42dd metal shift bracket bushings on my car yesterday. Cost of parts: $62 for lever and $25 for bushings. Shifter throw It's said to be roughly a 20% reduction, which feels accurate. It's not a huge difference, but definitely noticeable...

I've noticed that a search of both Bilstein pss and Bilstein b14 yielded no results on the suspension forum. Does anyone here have these coils installed on their mk7? Care to give impressions on the ride and handling? Edit: looks like Google search of golfmk7 > golfmk7.com Was able to find the...

Wouldn't this be nice? http://ibnlive.in.com/news/germany-bans-managers-from-calling-or-emailing-staff-after-work-hours/461070-79.html

This tumblr sums up most of my job http://devopsreactions.tumblr.com/

'Murica! http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2014/01/springfield_police_would-be_ca.html#incart_river

Safe for work. Sound required. "Michael Schiavello's pronunciation of Danny Mainus' name at RFA 7 caused some juvenile funnies." ogB05Y9YDFg

Google is buying robotics companies (including military robotics) http://investorplace.com/2013/12/goog-stock-robotics-google-amazon-amzn-drones/#.UsxfQ_RDt8F

For nerds to appreciate: http://goo.gl/O0lg8

Thought the humor and points behind it were pretty good. Yes, it's a lot of sarcasm and exaggeration, but it was pretty funny as well. http://plays-with-cars.kinja.com/here-s-why-volkswagen-s-strategy-is-doomed-to-fail-1485901046

http://imgur.com/gallery/Ulw3z Agree? Disagree? Discuss. :D

This was originally shot in October, but was later confirmed as Paul Walker's car collection. He was most definitely an enthusiast. http://www.autoblog.com/2013/12/13/paul-walker-car-collection-tour-video/

Here's an interesting piece of art (Sci-Fi/cars?) from Simon Stalenhag. He seems to love using older European cars in a lot of his work. Here's his page: http://www.simonstalenhag.se/