Mk4 VW Golf R32 vs Mk5 VW Golf R32, which one's best?
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- Опубліковано 15 сер 2017
- It's been a long time coming - the debate about which is best, the Mk4 Volkswagen Golf R32 or the Mk5 has raged on for years and for good reason as it's not an easy one to answer.
In this video I give you the info you need to decide which one suits your needs but rest assured neither is a bad choice! - Авто та транспорт
Awesome video, I have both and 100% agree with the every little part of this
Recently bought a mk4 r32 and Im in love with her. Say what you will, but those cars drive and sound like no other. Raw and unfiltered.
Hydro Cronus I bought my first mk4 on friday ( washed it twice in 4 days,lol). I’ve never done that before and I’ve owned somewhere in the 200 range of vehicles. Now I’m looking for a second for my wife.
Literally just bought myself one too about a 2 weeks or so. Just absolutely love it!!
Im thinking about buying one. Put in a few inquiries with private sellers. I am beyond ecstatic. Im going from a 2007 automatic vw rabbit to a MKIV R32. Big upgrade.
@@MrMatt8478 I washed my mk4 R32 6 times in one week once.
The old one is a bit more classy looking.
definitely has more of a motorsport look as well.
Lucky guy always fancied a r32 but put off with running costs like the look of mk 4 I've got 2 lupos one a GTI similar styling which one would u recommend
If the mk4 isn’t a future classic I don’t know what is
Factory exhaust is so tame though!
much prefer the mk4 r32 over the 5...
It's a personal thing. I like the Mk4 but think it is square, bland & of a time when German cars were boxy & uninspired looking whereas the Mk5 for me has more classic lines & is a much more sophisticated, complete looking machine. I think the Mk5 is the ultimate Golf. Beauty & brawn. Regardless of the shape it takes having that VR6 sound in your life makes for a better day.
*loud techno intro!!!*
\whispers "hello, guys..."
Hi Brandon, thanks for commenting. Things have changed a lot since that video was made and I was still learning the ropes with poor equipment so hopefully the later videos are a little more balanced in their production.
Techno? 😂
That's jazz, idiot.
Just bought a mk5 r32 last month. Love it so much. Flapper mod just done on the exhaust and omg best noise ever
Mk4 R32 for me, the way it sits on those wheels it just looks fabulous
Watching this makes me miss my old MK4 R, never ever had the radio on! The exhaust note was all I needed, great car..
but the Radio is fine and better than Dynaudio
"Without much further ado" Another quid in my savings jar, cheers Andrew. 👍😉
Great video. I've got a DSG Mk5 on a 57-plate (Jan '08), with just over 67k miles and it still feels brand new. I had it on a dyno recently and it's still kicking out 247bhp. Granted, the road tax is ridiculously expensive, but it puts a smile on my face every time I take it out. And if you like cars, the smile factor is something you just can't put a price on.
2005 mk5 r32 is best for road tax.
haha I've owned two r32's both mk5 06' I've always said … " I pay for smiles, not the miles." xD
Thanks for the review, very clear and enjoyable video for both MK4 & MK5
One of your classic reviews, I’ve both cars and watched it again recently. A great comparison
Really good review thank you (and answers just the question I've been pondering). Just bought a Mk5 R32, you've touched on most of the things I love about it in your video... it's relaxed and practical, and a lot of fun to drive. The Mk4 looks superb, just not as balanced a vehicle. I like that you mention your age... I'm 39 and really enjoying the Mk5, but can see myself being a staunch Mk4 enthusiast 10 years ago.
mk 4 gang 😍
Excellent informative video, I own a cherished UK 04 plate Audi 3.2 DSG and I always liked the understatement of it compared to the R32 Golfs. My previous car was the Golf 4 V6 4Motion, it made a good noise too! V6 all the way, I am a purist, no turbo-charging, naturally aspirated all day long. Ace video.
Great video and great content, I don't think this video though does full justice to just how great these cars sound when driven.
Great video, well produced and informative.
Hey your videos have really come on since this one. Great content
I actually don't hate the mk5 look (I had the GTI and Jetta), but the mk4 is so much more special inside and out. Plus here in the US the mk5 did not come in manual, so mk4 all day long!
I grew up obsessed with r32s. I've owned two mk5s, manual and DSG. Started a new job travelling 400 miles a week and had to sell.
I look forward to buying my third in the future.
Brilliant video, thanks.
Did you ever buy your third and if yes, what did you go, manual or dsg?
@@Sma11time. I did buy a third, however it was a DSG 2016 Golf R. Beautiful but sadly no longer have that
@@Benjonno2011 Im in Canada and thnking about importing a LHD 6Spd vr6.. but the money I can save and dump into one not imported is also tempting. VR-T is the goal. I have a 337 whp MK5 GTI now and she boogies but I LOVE the sound of a VR6T.
@@Sma11time. Yes you cannot beat the Vr6 mate
Awesome review! I agree I MKIV is just that much better looking, whilst the MKV is not but drives better, which is why I ended up getting an Audi A3 3.2 for my DD.
I can't understand how you don't have more subscribers. Your content is top notch and the editing gets better each new video. Keep it going fella
That's very kind of you, thank you. Hopefully the content will bring the subscribers. Editing is definitely a skill I am getting better with over time - made sure this one wasn't rushed so glad you noticed, thanks again!
volkswizard what editing software do you use? Looks great. I'm thinking about having a go at car vlogging/reviews although I'm not sure anyone will want to see a video on my 7 year old Corsa! Ha
I use Adobe Premiere Elements which cost around £50 and was a massive improvement from Windows Movie Maker! Professionals use Premiere Pro but Elements does all I need for the moment. Start with your Corsa and see how you get on, I am sure there are loads of people who'd love to have a 7 year old Corsa if they've just started driving, everything has an audience so get filming! GoPro Hero 4 is really good too, I tried Sony before as cheaper and Shmee seems to like them but GoPro is like an Iphone, top quality and easy to use.
Maybe because the sound is much too loud
That's a fair point so thanks for pointing it out, I will make a special effort to make the level consistent, I am not sure why the start of the R32 one is so loud, so apologies about that.
Fabulous Andrew!!! Brings back memories of my Mk 5 R32 and also my Mk 3 VR6 which was my first "fast" car
Glad you enjoyed it! Younger viewer may not remember how desirable the Mk3 VR6 was back in the day, it had all the buzz of the Mk7 R but it wasn't available on cheap deals so you had to work to achieve your dream of owning one. Probably the most dangerous car I've ever owned as the engine was amazing but the standard suspension was somewhat unstable as it wasn't really a sporty car, Corrado was much better set up but both great.
I Just hit that subscribe button. You make great content . Everything you need to know about the car! You need more subs. Don't give up mate!
An amazing video Andrew thank you so much for the rich information you given out.
Thank you abdulla, glad you enjoyed it and found it useful :)
I had a Golf MK5 R32 for 4 years and it was a very nice car to drive. Also was te car very reliable, I have driven 80000km with no major issues. But I trade my MK5 R32 for a MK4 R32 now. The Mk4 R32 is indeed outdated but you can drive it with more passion. Also the mechanical steering rack is so much nicer! It's indeed difficult to compare them but if want to drive it every day the MK5 is the winner. If you want more connection with te road the MK4 is the winner. Also the limit production of the MK4 make it more special to drive ;-)
Totally agree, both are great cars yet so different.
I selled my MK5 R32 and bought an MK7 but 1 Year later Isaw a wonderful MK4 R32 with 50000km. 1 Owner fully loaded and now in the Garage is still the Beauty and wait until every Summer to make RRRRRRRRRR on the streets. But i never forget my MK 5 R32 DBP ,I drove him 3 whole Years from 28k km to 58k km, and his electronic Leather Recaro Seats.
And I never forget the people who said the MK5 isnt the real R32. Both R32 are special for every Owner. I never sell 2nd time a R32 ^^. Thx Mr_Archer I totally agree too.
Great video. I'm looking to get back into a mk5 DSG R32. I owned one a few years ago and loved it. They do get under your skin. And there is no other car like it in the hatchback market. Plus I want a v6 in a hatchback before we are all forced into 1.6 and 2.0 turbos lol. The video was very helpful for new buyers and old owners alike. Thanks
Thanks Matt, yes worth buying a good one now before they are all gone. Just beware of wing rust and jerky gearboxes if DSG. Otherwise they are tough cars and a sound investment :)
volkswizard yes my old one had the dreaded rusty wings. Didn't cost too much to sort out though and the dsg mechatronic can be repaired now for under £1k usually. As you said in the video those small faults would cost far less than the depreciation on a new Golf R. Plus the new Golf R sounds like a vacuum cleaner by comparison lol
opel astra h opc no worse :)
Love your unbias reviews! Great comparison between these two beauties. MK4 is becoming very sought after here in New Zealand and prices a heading upwards. MK5 is my personal favorite here.
Just got me the MK5 R32 and it's awesome. Don't regret it at all. She had much lower km's then the MK4's that were for sale in NZ and almost the same prices too. It's really comfortable and has a great sound and you can go from casual to fast real quick :)
@@LowPockets8619 I wish there were more manual ones here 😩
Cracking review, and close to home! Maybe you can help make my mind up on purchasing my first R32!
Hi Andy, thanks for commenting! Either R32 is a great choice but hope video will help you decide which one suits your needs best.
Design is MK4, I personally find the V pretty ugly especially the front with this chrome thing and strangely shaped lights.
MK5 R32 my favourite 👍
MK4 is a lot harsher to drive. MK5 is more civilized
Mk5 R32 is 3 sec a lap quicker around the top gear track, so the Mk5 is the better tool overall but not necessarily the best feel to it.
I had a mk5 1.9 tdi for 6 years. The best car I ever had. No problems what so ever. My dream was an R32 Mk 5, but here in Belgium the taxes are very high for engines above 2.0 litre.
Fuck België en die sossentaxen
Great video Andrew. Thanks for putting it together. Mk5 feels like it has the edge overall but do love the look of the Mk4!
The Mk5 was also noticeably faster, you look at the speedo and it's a good 10mph faster than the Mk4 on same road because it's so much happier riding the bumps.
The mk5 golf r32 is faster than its mk4 equivelent for my money, both in reality and in testing (like the top gear test track for example shows both times from both marques) due to dsg and other handling factors besides. But you dont buy a Golf R32 for a fast car, its not the fastest of its type out there by far. That heavy engine up front on the mk4 and mk5, the heavy wheels, heavy brakes = understeer with aggressive driving styles and is hard to scrub off that speed without brake fade (as i found out on a trackday).
You buy it for a refined quick-enough convenient car that sounds something special under load. A drop the kids off mobile that then turns into dad or mums plaything :)
You mentioned the Ferrrari/Golf r32 sound comparision Volkswizard hehe :) just if your curious check my channel as there is a vid i uploaded of me in my R32 behind a 458 Italia in convoy, id say he had the full orchestra, i had the 4 band quartet lol, but still we did make a glorious sound together when it bounced off walls.
The mk5 may be faster, but the mk4 is far cooler
Great Vid ive just borrowed a MK4 R32 to film and loved it!!!
Langers VW Just got myself 1 😍
Old video but looking at the mk5 .. Great info and subscribed
A good review, Did like the mk4 but brought the mk5 because it is a daily driver.
One of the best videos watched about R32s...! Massive thumbs up from Greece! I personally love the MK4..its my dream car and the one i am working to buy.
Yia sas Konstantinos, eime poli eharistimeno pou s'aresi to film mou. Kali epitixia me to ayorasma to Mk4 R32 sou, einai oniro autokinito!
This is your best video by far! Guess I’m biased as I own both but great to see a comparison. My view is the mark 4 and mark 5 R32 drive very different and feel very different. The mark 4 I could compare to the Clubsport S in some respects
Brilliant video I own a mk4 golf r32 its a joy to drive but I'm looking at getting a mk5 golf r32 so this video is just what I'm looking for. Glad I found your channel, keep up the good work.
Thanks Jay, glad you enjoyed it, Mk4 or Mk5 R32, both are very special in their own ways.
Great Review and I love seeing my R32 brethren from across the pond.
I love my MK4 R32. Much more Raw of a vehicle! To me the MK5 R32 is so much refined, smooth, but yet still quick!!
Both motors were putting out 250hp.
Mk4 was at 240 on launch, Mk5 was at 250 due to a better intake manifold. Other than that i believe the engines are identical.
Daumex the MK4 R32 on paper was 240hp. But. It had the same exact motor as the MK1 Audi TT 3.2 at 250 hp. VW/Audi. Did this for marketing reason. They were afraid (at the time) that customers would not purchase the Audi TT3.2 if the R32 had same Horsepower as the Audi.
Both motors from that generation are identical down to bore and stroke and compression!
@@maveric0738 It was the U.S./North American version of the MKIV R32 that had the same motor as the MK1 TT 3.2. In other markets (Europe, UK) the MKIV R32 made 240hp.
VWoA wasn't sure the R32 was going to sell over here what with it being $27-29,000, and the original 5000 allotment was to be spread over two years. For this reason they wanted to spend as little money as possible, so instead of certifying 2 versions of the 3.2L VR6 for the U.S. market, they just did the one in the Audi TT, as it wasn't a limited run of units and the higher price ($40,000+) and longer availability (04-06 in the U.S.) of the TT 3.2s absorbed that cost easier.
To appease the TT customer, it was available only with DSG and advertised with 250hp while the R32 stuck with the 6 speed manual and claimed 240hp.
What a lovely engine. Previous owner of a 2.8 v6 4 motion. Only car I’ve sold for more than I bought it for. Any golf with a v6 will follow the Corrado
Mk4 For Sure
regarding the jerkiness of the throttle. You can alter that since it has an electronic throttle body actuator. So it shouldn't be a problem to remap the throttle.
Great video mate !
I was one of the very first people in the U.K. to drive the MK4 R32, I worked in the fleet department at Warrington VW, we had 2 allocations and I sold one to a leasing company in Wigan, I drove it over there on trade plates, everybody was waiting and asking what it was like when I got back.
Great review!
Great product knowledge on all the specs, impressive
Thanks!
I second that..
Thanks for the video! I'm considering a mk5 r32 vs Passat cc 3.6. Different cars I know, but the CC is so much car for the money!! I've really enjoyed my current VW 4motion 2.8 VR6 golf
Thanks for watching the video! I'd forgotten about Passat CC 3.6 (Passat R36 is more well known but still under most peoples' radar), CC sounds great go for it!
volkswizard Do you have any thoughts regarding the CC, as compared to the r32? I'm a little apprehensive about the CC, but it is a lot of car (especially being more modern). Very interesting you suggested the MK5 r32 was comparable to a MK7 Golf - that they'd barely improved upon it in the 10 years of development since.
CC is a good car, a lot more low profile than an R32 so for many it wont be an alternative as it's not an R32 even though engine is similar. Depends on your perspective, as I am getting older one day soon I will look silly even in a Mk5 R32 so a more mature car with similar character will be welcome. Bare in mind Passat/CC is just a lengthened Mk5/6 Golf so not a significantly different car, electric parking brake will be the most obvious difference.
I own a mk4 and I love it, passed its last MOT with no minors doing good for a 15 year old car! 110k on the clock.
Mk4s are extremely well built, I run a Bora TDI daily and it's rock solid still.
110k on that car is nothing
Mk4 every time. I remember when I had my 25th Anniversary on order, the R32 was released and I was so close to cancelling my order and changing to the R32. 19 years on, I still have the Anni...but the R32 love is still there. Never had one, would still love one dearly.
Love my MK5 R32. Owned it since 2015. Currently sitting at 93000 Miles. Putting in 3-5K on cosmetic repairs, mostly paint stuff from rust, headliner, and the trim around the gear, and getting new Timing Chains put in at 100,000 Miles.
Mk4 with flapper mod open (it takes 20 second to make it) and the sound is just perfect
I like the mk4 for looks and body shape but like the mk5 for comfiness and handling. They are both equal all depends on what you prefer
Currently in a 24v Jetta/bora gli but I am thinking of upgrading to a mk4 r32 in a year hopefully
I have mine and mo4 337 and love my mk4s huge power and Easy to work on and no plastic engine parts like mk5
1stly want to say great video, enjoyed the informative structure, stumbled onto ur video a day ago. I live in south africa and unfortunately we never got the mk iv r32 here so we got deprived of the raw experience. I purchased my mk5 r32 about 2months ago and must say after owning 5 vw cars and having the pleasure of driving in most of the gti models up to mk7 gti this is the first car where I could not stop smiling after driving it every time. Although 10yrs old I must say I can find relevance in ur comment about the mk5 r32 being close to the mk7. Yes its newer car but it will never have that special flair of the n/a v6 engin. Altho its just as expensive in our country to maintain I doubt il ever let go of my r32. Thnx so much. Best of luck with ur channel. U got a new sub.
Well presented! MK4 for looks and Mk5 for performance!
Thanks Glen - I'd say that's a fair summary!
Nice job mate, Very well done all round 👍🏾 even my 1.6 mk5 was proud. Only thing I didn't like is the new gearbox it's gotta be fully manual for me personally. I would still drive it no problem..
Thanks 👍
Both are great cars. I love that 6cylinder 3.2 engine!!
Mk4
Miss my MK5 - I had it on a private plate ‘V6 VAG’. Was one of the best cars I own. I now have a 911 yet I still miss the R32 🥺
Ha 3 years later and I'm back. I now own another R32 😊🎉 good to be back.
Nice comparison Andrew - thanks for making the video.
Always liked both R32's and learnt a lot of the smaller details from this video.
Only thing putting me off on the MK5 is the high running costs. Petrol isn't cheap and road tax is in the highest band > £520! (and no doubt it will keep going up every few years).
I think this is the last chance to enjoy and run these NA higher output engines though before everything gets taxed to death by the government!
Wish they still made a 6 cylinder Golf - the one thing that the BMW 1 series still has going for it.
Some early cars are still £305 road tax (pre March 2006) but I agree £500+ is silly but they aren't losing money at the moment so in the bigger picture they aren't expensive to own as depreciation is one of the bigger costs of motoring
Can't agree more on the road tax, it's not so bad on the mk4 but it's a bit over the top for mk5. Also, don't be put off by fuel cost it's not actually that bad you'll be surprised if you drive on motorways, that said, it does go down quickly if you drive around town revving the arse off it, but it's all how you drive it.
I love both, I just got a MKV R32 a few months ago and before I had a Jetta GLI 24v VR6.
Only thing I miss is the 6speed manaul transmission.
I have currently a Jetta GLI 24v VR6 and I'm looking to buy a MKV R32 like you!
Should I? Do you prefer your R32 MK5?
Great video! Wondering if you've any plans on doing a similar video for the mk5 gti, a somewhat of a buyers guide of what to look for.
That's not a bad idea, I will see what I can do!
Great vid mate, make a video on a MK3 VR6 Highline?
Great car but preferred the Audi badged A3 3.2 but always check the blocks for the dreaded chain stretch.
This Channel is so underated...
Mk4 all day long for me.. Though never got round to owning one
Not too late stubbk3 ;)
I love that mk4
Mk4 is aa classic
I can not argue with that sir!
volkswizard hi sir. I had the 4 gti for a long time. Bloody good car. Not the faster or the sharpest. Covered over 550kms on the original engine then sold it. Now still with my mk5 already 177k miles on it UK car in manual. Dsg no fun
volkswizard love your Clubsport S
Thank you for your feedback and positive comments, you certainly do some driving!
volkswizard Thank you sir. Most of it town driving. Followed your articles since mk2 days. I still have my mk2 gti uk car G reg. Getting another L reg 1991 16v four door. Very few here
Fantastic comparison
Thanks! 👍
Thanks for this video, very informative. I will be looking to purchase the MK5 now as my old bones needs the comfort.
Hello Theo S, thanks for commenting. Glad you enjoyed it. Yes the older I get the more I like the Mk5 but neither is a bad choice :)
Both are great in my opinion
These are great videos, thanks. I would love to see one on an RS2 or mk2 G60 if you ever get the chance!
G60 Rallye video is not impossible as James Stephens's great example is available to me as he loves showing if off. I'd love to do a normal G60 and I've had very little exposure to RS2 but hopefully one day!
I want to buy an R32 now!
I Love my MK4 R32 with DSG.....I've fitted it with complet Miltek decat exhaust system (sounds wonderful), and intake system, and Revo stage 2 mapping. It now makes 265 Hk / 340 NM.
They are both wonderful cars, but the MK4 is the one i always dreamed off, and i will always prefer the MK4 !
I would never trade my MK4 for the MK5 ;)
Bushlover1974 mk4 dsg??
25hp increase from stage 2 ? lmao stop lying you dumb fck =]]
@@JovanKorica1 North America only got the 6 speed manual, other markets had the choice of manual or DSG.
@@WolfyyRulezz why
I did comment recently on your GTI video and loved it a lot. This video is a step up. Again loved the review. GTI or R32? Reliability is my main concern for both. What's your take on this?
Thanks Graham! Hmm R32 is simple with no turbo but timing chain replacement is an issue now. With GTI £350 cambelt change and you are good as new. If you can get an R32 with a new timing chain than not much else to worry about even as it ages which on GTI, all those hoses, sensors, etc are getting old now. Having said that never heard of a Mk5 GTI needing a turbo - let's call it a draw!
Thanks Andy. Your views are very much appreciated and valued.
Going down a rabbit hole now… jumped here after deciding I ‘need’ a charismatic manual golf, inspired by your CSS Brecon video! Remembered this video on this beautiful mk4 R32… 7:47 what did you call them?!? I misheard something very different😂
Hi.. was thinking off getting a mark 5. Was apprehensive about the timing chains
MK4 Hands down a real sports car is 2 doors and 6 speed the last great VW.......please vw bring back the 6 speed VR6
We have 3door 6 speed mk 5 R32's in Australia, dont you?
NS Sherlock some people say 2 doors and some say 3 doors. the ones who say 3 doors they caunt also trunk lid
They did 3 door mk5 R32s
The Golf 4 is a 3 door hatchback, also the MkV R32 was available with 3 doors and manual transmission, at least in Europe
subbed, great content
Thanks Makkers, it means a lot and motivates me to make more. There is little financial motivation as £15 for 15k views wont have paid the petrol!
You can pop off the air ducks you just have to take off the bumpe, people always say they don’t do anything, but infact they have covers!
really nice vid thank you
Thanks Simeon, glad this is still being enjoyed as it's bit of an old one but it was one my first popular videos so I have a soft spot for it. I am pleased to say audio quality is better on my later vids ;)
Brilliant review and I absolutely love these cars. Personally for me aesthetically the Mk4 is the better looking car, rounded, smoother curves and more aggressive looking. I think the tail pipes on each corner sets it apart from the mk5, again down to aesthetics. But like the review the auto/dsg box on the mk4 isn’t as smooth. The Mk5 has better handling, smoother gearbox and has some better equipment. Either way, both awesome cars!
Hi W, thanks for taking the time to comment and feedback. Yes, both are the right choice!
Trying to find a Mk4 with a dsg gearbox is like rocking horse shi..... 😂
These are some sweet rides 🤩
Mk4 is more fun their much better with a few mods👌as it looks standard in video and mk4s worth a lot more money than mk5s as not many left on the road👍cool vid tho😎
Nice job on the video. Thanks. I love the looks of the mk4.
Was the exhaust on he MKIV modified? 12:47 It didn’t have the mighty exhaust roar that mine does.
MK4 is a future classic. I don't think the value will ever die down and the design is timeless.
MK5 has better build quality and ride quality, and will beat the MK4 around a track.
mk5 is much worse build quality especially inside plastic and buttons
@@pauliusbertonis4108, also the Mk4, first years of the 21st century were a terrible era for VAGs interiors.
Only ever owned a mk3 gti but im longing a mk4 R for the looks, mk5 for the drive
I'd personally just go for a MK6 R20 instead of any of these. Easily tuneable and sounds still really good. + all the modern luxurys.
Watching this makes me really want another MK5.
Many thanks for this review, always wanted to see a direct Mk 4 vs Mk 5 R32 comparison. What about steering feel? Even though the Mk 4 you said would suffer on B road imperfections, does the Mk 5 still make you feel connected to the road with extra steering assistance despite being more composed? Cheers
A good question, I think the way the Mk5 filters out road imperfections means that the steering feel is less corrupted and tells you what you need to know without the white noise of busy suspension movement. The Mk5 chassis is very highly regarded and while R32 has a bit too much weight up front, up to around 8.5/10ths it's hard to fault.
Thanks for the reply. This shows why Mk V Golf owners are generally very happy owners, was even considering getting one myself. Cheers.
They are a better car than I originally appreciated. Just the rusty front wings to annoy owners, but if VW wont do them under warranty (if original paint they should) then it's not a massively expensive job to do it properly and replace the wings yourself.
where are these roads at mate? look great fun
My mk5 r32 is now biturbo with dsg. Wouldn't change it for any VAG car on offer. It's the ultimate street car.
DSG is a big no, but both are very cool. Looking at a MK4 today to buy possibly.
Elephants bottom plastic 😂 really enjoyed this vid
Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed it! The plastics were a downer on Mk5 after Mk4 but overall the Mk5 is a much better car generally (though the R32 vs R32 question isn't as straightforward of course!)
MK5 R32 is timelees beautiful design !
True, it's matured well and that noise well never go out of fashion :)
The mark 5 R32 for me is the best overall, better looking too. Modern classic summed it up in this sentence ‘the mark 5 may not have the Kudos of the mark 4 yet, but it will always be the last and the best performing of the 6 pot golfs’ which I totally agree with having owned both. I’ve currently got a mark 5 r32 with 9k on the clock which I’m going to keep hold of. The mark 5 looks better and drives better.
A great review as always 👍
Thanks for commenting stevesje71, glad you enjoyed it. I'm pleased to report sound quality improves in my later films thanks to a £15 microphone but hopefully this doesn't detract from the overall enjoyment to be had from watching 👍