Trade in the GTP ?

[John02Hawk]

I am thinking about possible trading in the grand prix on a fully loaded brand new 2003 black 1.8T 20th anniversary 6-speed VW GTI 1.8 Turbo Golf. I actually prefer the 2003 GTI more than the 2004 because the 2003 20th anniv. has the 6 speed transmission and a few more extra goodies.

Here is just about exactly what my Grand Prix will look like when it is done:

http://www.davetech.net/gtp09.jpg

http://www.davetech.net/photo-s2/photo-s2-04t.jpg (http://www.davetech.net/photo-s2/photo-s2-04m.jpg) http://www.davetech.net/photo-s2/photo-s2-05t.jpg (http://www.davetech.net/photo-s2/photo-s2-05m.jpg)

Here are pictures of the 2003 VW GTI 1.8 Turbo 20th Anniversary Golf:

http://www.hyespeeders.com/Pics/Hye%20Speeders/MatthewMamigonian1.jpg

http://www.hyespeeders.com/Pics/Hye%20Speeders/MatthewMamigonian2.jpg

http://www.hyespeeders.com/Pics/Hye%20Speeders/MatthewMamigonian5.jpg

It would end up costing me a little more on insurance, and I could have a full bumper to bumper warranty and get much better gas mileage if I bought the GTI. :ph34r:

PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO VOTE AT THE TOP !

[JasonH]

Both cars are nice, I'd rather have a standard though. VW will probably get better mileage.

[3rdgenRX7]

are u never satisfied?

[96Talon]

keep the grand prix

[Triepsyn]

I'm stuck because the GTP is you... but at the same token the Vdub is nice.. Although, I think the GTP is more of your style. Either way, they are both pretty nice and either would suffice as a great car. It's all up to the positive/negative attributes of both. :dunno:

...I'd think keep the GTP, but if you're looking for warranty, the vdub is the way to go. :respect:

:thumbup: Either way we can always change your s/n.

[SirMichael]

Get the GTi those are Bad B1tches.

[dsmcyclone]

:thumbup:
get the vw gti that is a bad moma............ :2thumbsup:

[Mr. Merk]

keep it, i cant see you EVER driving a car like that

[Triepsyn]

Originally posted by Mr. Merk@Oct 15 2004, 04:21 PM
keep it, i cant see you EVER driving a car like that

...I know its hard to picture John in a small compact car. The GTP suits him, thats for sure.

[Bowens99GT]

Keep the GTP. Its badass as it is. No use gettin a lil crapper IMO.

[BDP]

I like the GTP, I think you should keep it.

[TripleZero]

I say keep the gtp cause you're the only GP'er I know around here. So I see you're lookin at the SD hood and wing. Nice choice.

Also, I agree the Grand Prix fits you. People said the same thing to me when I got mine. Those cars just fit certain people. I'd keep it.

[Mays]

it really comes down to what you want to do. I am never satisfied with a car, and I trade them often. it's just what you want to do. both are sweet cars, and are comparable speedwise.

[SmokeyTheBear]

Vdub. man, there is such an aftermarket for the GTis (1.8T has soooooooooo many parts, its crazy) a standard is way more fun to, the GTi would handle better, IMO looks better (sorry guys, the GTP has a granny look to it lol) and a guy like john getting out of a Golf would be funny and very cool. ladies love the Vdubs.

[John02Hawk]

I will be test driving a 240 horsepower Silver 2004 VW R32 probably on Saturday morning in Rogers, I will let you guys know how that goes. .
I know it's a 3.2 V6 and it's also not a turbo, but I think it has a similar drivetrain as that 20th anniv. 6 speed 1.8T GTI :thumbup:

http://www.germancarfans.com/photos/3020524.001/1035.jpg

[fooman03]

If i was you i would keep the GTP, personally i like the way they look. However an VW r32 is tempting. Whatever you do, keep us informed on what you do. :thumbup:

[SmokeyTheBear]

i thought the r32s were turbo??

[drewgray]

Originally posted by John00GTP@Oct 16 2004, 01:51 AM
I will be test driving a 240 horsepower Silver 2004 VW R32 probably on Saturday morning in Rogers, I will let you guys know how that goes. .
I know it's a 3.2 V6 and it's also not a turbo, but I think it has a similar drivetrain as that 20th anniv. 6 speed 1.8T GTI :thumbup:

http://www.germancarfans.com/photos/3020524.001/1035.jpg
O damn, if you are choosing between the GTP and R32.... well I want to change my vote. R32 > GTP

R32's drivetrain is NOTHING like the GTI's. R32 is AWD 3.2L v6 (the vw vr6) it is a badass handling car that sounds AWESOME and is pretty quick. (low 14's high 13's in the 1/4 mile )

[5point_Slow]

i like the gtp dont get a GTI but id get the r32 and find a turbo kit for it :evil:

[00Exploder]

I say keep the GTP. We need to keep all the people around with the 3.8s that we can. Stick with the GTP. :thumbup: :2thumbsup:

[94sentra_se]

Get the R32. There faster, better handling, and better looking. :maliwho:

[5point_Slow]

what does the r32 run stock?

[fooman03]

I looked it up and i found that the r32 runs a 14.2 stock and a 0-60 time of 5.9. I found this on modernracer.com

[5point_Slow]

ok so the r32 is slower than the gtp then

[drewgray]

I have seen stock R32's run 13.8-9 in the 1/4 and there is NO doubt that it handles 4533463406983x better than the GTP :)

[Ricky_Rockstah]

I'll own up on an R32 on the highway, and i'm close to its c'ville times.

i'm 12.1 and Tim w/ the 20th is 11.9.

They'll go crazy fast w/ a $3000 turbo upgrade to the tune of 300whp easy and in that car it's really surprising. the stock clutch in the 6 speed is really great, the body kit looks great, the recaro's own! and it's gonna 3 wheel w/ a stiffer rear sway if you wanna auto cross, stock 18's w/ pilot sports and some kick ass brakes.


The R32 is bad ass but as far as bolt-ons go, exhuast intake but there are some really really pimpy kits out. ESPECIALLY HPA's TT kit. like whoa!

[John]

I agree that the R32 Golf is a great choice. It has great potential, I have seen videos of those cars built up and handling 600hp!

[fooman03]

Yeah that video was b.a. i wonder what that car would run in the quarter with that 600hp setup.

[Mr. Merk]

Originally posted by Ricky_Rockstah@Oct 18 2004, 08:25 PM
and it's gonna 3 wheel w/ a stiffer rear sway if you wanna auto cross
my old black ranger would 3 wheel with the suspension mods i had on it (not much, doubled the leaf springs, leveled it, 4x4 sway bar and wide tires on stang GT rims)

i havent pushed the new truck :fear: but its got some autocross inspired suspension parts that were engineered by the previous owner, see below