I have the mk8 GTi DSG in the UK and I’m pretty sure we already can’t get manual any more (only in the regular golfs). Interesting to see how the spec varies in different countries though
Very nice. I just picked up a ‘23 GTI 40th anniversary edition a couple months ago. Manual of course. Saw my first 380 at the dealership last week. The one I saw was odd as the badge on the rear said Golf and not GTI which I’ve not seen on any others. Anyway, enjoy the car!
I had not considered a civic si, I would say if you can afford the GTI definitely go for it. It comes with a lot of standard features such as heated seats/steering wheel. LSD from factory and many other creature comforts. The civic side and Gti both have a ton of aftermarket support. Ultimately I chose the Gti because my friend gave me a ride in his and it was very fun!
@ordinarywhips7088 Thanks for the reply. Appreciate it. I went with SI for back seat spacing but nevertheless like GTI. It is indeed unique. Also it has adaptive dampers even with S for 2024 380 which is the last manual model year.
Thanks for doing this, not many 380s walk throughs across web. Mych appreciated.
I have the mk8 GTi DSG in the UK and I’m pretty sure we already can’t get manual any more (only in the regular golfs). Interesting to see how the spec varies in different countries though
Very nice. I just picked up a ‘23 GTI 40th anniversary edition a couple months ago. Manual of course. Saw my first 380 at the dealership last week. The one I saw was odd as the badge on the rear said Golf and not GTI which I’ve not seen on any others. Anyway, enjoy the car!
Have you considered a 24 civic si? What would you recommend or what made you choose this of at all you has SI as a choice?
I had not considered a civic si, I would say if you can afford the GTI definitely go for it. It comes with a lot of standard features such as heated seats/steering wheel. LSD from factory and many other creature comforts. The civic side and Gti both have a ton of aftermarket support. Ultimately I chose the Gti because my friend gave me a ride in his and it was very fun!
@ordinarywhips7088 Thanks for the reply. Appreciate it. I went with SI for back seat spacing but nevertheless like GTI. It is indeed unique. Also it has adaptive dampers even with S for 2024 380 which is the last manual model year.
you in san diego?
Used to live in Chula Vista, moved to OC area now.
@ ah okay i was gonna say aha i seen some of the areas in your vids 🤣