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Re: Small Car recommendations...
Adrian #414834 10/06/15 03:18 PM
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There's nothing quite like the fun of a new car. Congrats and enjoy!


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medic8r #414846 10/07/15 01:53 AM
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Fun choice! Good luck and have a blast.


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Re: Small Car recommendations...
Adrian #414850 10/07/15 07:27 PM
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Yeah, it should be fun.

A lot of this analysis is subjective, but we both really liked the interior fit, finish and materials in the GTI. It has the heated leather seats, which I think are optional as we saw several other, similar GTI's with plaid cloth instead. Everything is really straightforward, and it feels extremely roomy inside in both the front and back - much moreso than the Focus. As a matter of fact, the backseat comfort and legroom (for two people) are probably better in the GTI than they were in the MDX.

And, oh, the low end torque. The thing just squeals. No noticeable turbo lag and a very sweet roar. The wheels are funky and unique. It's probably about as fast/fun as my SLK280, but FWD and a fixed roof (ha).

It's a boxy hatchback, but it seems to strike an excellent balance between fun and practicality as long as you're willing to de-prioritize exterior aesthetics.

We sure got a lot of real estate back inside the garage. laugh


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Adrian #414851 10/07/15 07:34 PM
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It's not this exact car, but this is what ours looks like.

One other thing I forgot (which is misrepresented in the pictures below) is that the window tinting is really nice and dark.





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Re: Small Car recommendations...
Adrian #414852 10/07/15 07:39 PM
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You just made VW's day laugh

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Adrian #414855 10/07/15 09:21 PM
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Congrats on your new wheels, Tom!!


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Adrian #414857 10/07/15 11:33 PM
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Congrats on the new addition to your family Tom

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Adrian #414876 10/09/15 03:35 AM
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That's awesome, Tom!! I'm glad you guys like it.


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Adrian #414884 10/09/15 11:50 AM
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What? You only show up here when someone buys a car? wink


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Adrian #414894 10/10/15 01:15 AM
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Just trolling for free rides, really.


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