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by jonallen628
Fri Nov 15, 2013 10:55 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: The countdown has begun..
Replies: 16
Views: 6853

Re: The countdown has begun..

As of today I no longer own a Scirocco.... Weird.
by jonallen628
Sun Nov 10, 2013 5:36 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: The countdown has begun..
Replies: 16
Views: 6853

Re: The countdown has begun..

Sold on day 1 of Autotrader ad, very lucky 25 Yr old will be getting the keys next week all being well.

The R will be missed.....i'm not looking forward to handing over the keys.
by jonallen628
Sun Nov 10, 2013 5:33 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: R Removed From VW Website
Replies: 76
Views: 34875

Re: R Removed From VW Website

I've ordered 3 door DSG with 19s, ACC and Winter Pack in Leipzig Blue People go made on spec and in reality its stuff i'm not bothered with and like the alcantara/cloth of the standard trim I got a discount not same % of loaded one but i always think there is a bit of 'billy bullshit' on forums whe...
by jonallen628
Sun Nov 03, 2013 6:03 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: The countdown has begun..
Replies: 16
Views: 6853

Re: The countdown has begun..

Macman wrote:After a test drive I chose to stay with the Roc!
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(that wasn't me LOL!) Is the M Sport anything to do with Malcolm Wilson's M-Sport rally company up the road from me?
All that torque could prove interesting. :yes:
by jonallen628
Wed Oct 23, 2013 9:34 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: The countdown has begun..
Replies: 16
Views: 6853

Re: The countdown has begun..

Flicking through the various trim levels, powertrain and engine options i found myself drawn to a 330d M Sport Saloon. :fall: Four doors, 0-60 in 5.6, qouted 50+ MPG vs 34 for the Roc, £105 tax, I needed to investigate further and soon booked a test drive. From this point on what seemed to be a stro...
by jonallen628
Wed Oct 23, 2013 9:08 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: The countdown has begun..
Replies: 16
Views: 6853

Re: The countdown has begun..

Sorry, this is long winded..........thought someone might be interested in reading. Feel free to doze off. I've been in dialogue with my local dealers, a bunch of brokers and some people who've sourced cars for me in the past. I've also trawled the nearly and used cars on the net, everything from As...
by jonallen628
Wed Oct 23, 2013 8:35 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: The countdown has begun..
Replies: 16
Views: 6853

Re: The countdown has begun..

not at exciting as the R but definately looking forward to it.
by jonallen628
Wed Oct 23, 2013 8:24 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: The countdown has begun..
Replies: 16
Views: 6853

Re: The countdown has begun..

ZephyR wrote:I bet its something German, but not VW :nod:
Correct, and correct.
by jonallen628
Wed Oct 23, 2013 8:23 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: The countdown has begun..
Replies: 16
Views: 6853

Re: The countdown has begun..

Cuprabob wrote:
ZephyR wrote:I bet its something German, but not VW :nod:
I'll guess a M135i
Hmmm, close. Correct brand.
by jonallen628
Mon Oct 21, 2013 8:43 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: The countdown has begun..
Replies: 16
Views: 6853

The countdown has begun..

to my Scirocco R exiting stage left......... I've had five cracking years with the Scirocco, 2.5 yrs with the GT and the same with the R and i've not regretted it for a minute. I've loved both cars and i will be sad to see the R go in around 7 weeks time or potentially sooner. I was thinking of orde...
by jonallen628
Mon Jun 24, 2013 10:01 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: GT upgrade to an R?
Replies: 15
Views: 4790

Re: GT upgrade to an R?

Same for me, nearly 3 years in a DSG GT followed by 2 years in my R. Both great cars but I have absolutely no regrets about making the move. Still puts a huge smile on my face. Yes the dash is all a bit too familiar now but the little R touches and minor MY upgrades will still be noticeable. Maybe g...
by jonallen628
Wed May 08, 2013 10:04 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: Tires
Replies: 8
Views: 4581

Re: Tires

Very Happy with my Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetrical 2's. £360 a pair fitted.
by jonallen628
Tue May 07, 2013 8:28 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Replacement wheels for Scirocco
Replies: 13
Views: 3906

Re: Replacement wheels for Scirocco

As others have said, with 19's and 35 profile tyres you are more at risk than with the standard 18's. I've had pothole punctures on my GT with 18's and R with 19's over the same mileage. My pal with a GT and 18's has also had this problem. I'm afraid the more miles you do, the areas you drive in and...
by jonallen628
Tue Aug 14, 2012 9:36 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: New Tyres
Replies: 15
Views: 7231

Re: New Tyres

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2's all the way for me! Used these on my last car (Leon FR - they came highly reccomended from a forum) and was very impressed - quiet, comfy, great grip in dry and wet, they also have a pretty large rim protector so offer very good protection for your alloys. If I had to give a...
by jonallen628
Wed Jun 20, 2012 9:59 pm
Forum: Detailing and Cleaning
Topic: Headlining cleaning
Replies: 2
Views: 2748

Re: Headlining cleaning

We design & manufacture headliners for JLR / VW and other OEM's. I tend to use Ambersil Ambercleanse whenever we have an issue. You can buy it on the net or at your local RS components. Spray on, allow a few seconds to penetrate then dab off. Try not to rub the stain. This is recommended by the ...
by jonallen628
Sat Jun 09, 2012 7:33 am
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Temporary loss of Drive, Dash Gear Lights Flash - DSG
Replies: 5
Views: 1625

Re: Temporary loss of Drive, Dash Gear Lights Flash - DSG

RobArro wrote: Seems to be a lot of people in web forums talking about this issue but no one with a fix…
I had this problem with my first Roc. VW replaced the mechatronics unit under warranty and this fixed the issue. No problems with the R so far.
by jonallen628
Fri May 11, 2012 11:26 am
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Strange behaviour from Sat Nav
Replies: 13
Views: 4139

Re: Strange behaviour from Sat Nav

Ok no probs, mis Interpreted the issue.
by jonallen628
Thu May 10, 2012 9:42 pm
Forum: Tech Talk
Topic: Strange behaviour from Sat Nav
Replies: 13
Views: 4139

Re: Strange behaviour from Sat Nav

You didn't touch the map with your finger at any point in the journey did you? This stops the map tracking your progress and stays put on that location. A symbol appears in top rh corner of screen which centres the map on your position. Looking at all the lengths you went to , to reset the unit I gu...
by jonallen628
Thu May 10, 2012 6:44 pm
Forum: General Scirocco Talk
Topic: Tyre Choice & uneven wear
Replies: 10
Views: 2193

Re: Tyre Choice

Haven't tried them yet but goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric2 seem to get great reviews. Will probably look at these next. http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Tyre/Goodyear/Eagle-F1-Asymmetric-2.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Just replaced my bridgestones with the Goodyears based ...
by jonallen628
Thu May 10, 2012 6:37 pm
Forum: Scirocco R Talk
Topic: Costs
Replies: 10
Views: 5789

Re: Costs

Just replaced two front tyres @ 12000 miles. £380 for a pair of 19's. Insurance around £650. I have Service pack so this was taken care of. Since new I have averaged 26 mpg, but I do "drive it". 35 is achievable on a motorway run with the cruise on. It is a great all rounder, not sure wher...