Should I buy a Volkswagen Golf R?

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Apr 6 26 Comments

New model (Mk8/320hp) looks awesome, and I just signed a SWE offer today with a $70k signing bonus!

The car will cost about $48k (manual) but is a great daily driver that can also be a beast on the track if I want to bring it there. It has AWD so I can get up snowy hills in the winter for skiing. I like the sunroof, leather heated/ventilated seats, Harman Kardon speakers, and heads up display as well.

Also maybe thinking the GTI which is about $16k cheaper.

Comment below if you think I should get a diff car? Only debt I have is a $2600/mo condo mortgage.

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  • GR Corolla πŸ‘€
    Apr 6 1
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      sVJE15

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      sVJE15
      I am lined up for this.. comes only in 6 speed manual
      Apr 7
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    JYmw17

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    JYmw17
    What about a BMW X5? A much better car in my opinion but may be closer to double the price when you spec it out
    Apr 6 2
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    chennaiMAN

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    chennaiMAN
    How about a bmw m340 i ? 55k but bmw style yay
    Apr 6 2
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      OP
      I thought about a 3 series Beamer! The thing is, I kinda want a low key car that’s fun and fast but isn’t super flashy
      Apr 6
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      richhea

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      richhea
      Slush box. Might as well get a driver at that point.
      Apr 6
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    UGul66

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    UGul66
    get the R because lol cars r fast

    But srsly it sounds like cars are important to you, so if you want a hot hatch and can afford go out and get it! If you're really concerned about money and your budget you can still get a fun car that isn't $50k.

    I used to splurge on tuners and working on my cars, but oouuccchh muh back so I drive a boring comfy car now.
    Apr 7 2
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      What car do you drive now? What’s a fun car below 50k in your opinion?
      Apr 7
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      UGul66

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      UGul66
      Currently driving a 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid EX-L. Good mpg, feels a bit upscale, comfy.

      Cheaper "fun" cars I'd like would be GR86/BRZ, Miata RF, WRX (i'm definitely more of a fan of japanese makes than euro) off the top of my head. Getting closer to 45k I could go for a Supra or fancier BMW 2/3/4 series. I'm a big fan of the GTI too, but if you get that instead of the R you're probably gonna think "damn I shouldve got the R"
      Apr 7
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    πŸ‘»SnappyπŸ‘»
    I would recommend getting something more affordable and reliable, have you thought about a used Prius or civic?
    Apr 6 2
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      chennaiMAN
      Civic si total fun πŸ”₯
      Apr 6
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      headbuttt
      If OP gets a Prius then they’ll be obligated to go 10 under the speed limit in the left lane. I don’t make the rules
      Apr 6