A lot of you guys have been asking when I was going to start modifying my Golf R, so here you go! Today I fit 3 minor cosmetic modifications to the car, but if you have any other mod ideas then please let me know below!
Maxton Design front splitter next! Gives it a very aggressive look. If you ever do get over the rear spoiler, you can always try the split Oettinger style one because it also suits the R quite well.
I’m loving watching your series of Golf R videos, particularly as we seem to have bought the same spec and colour of Golf R from the same dealership. When you showed your standard number plate on a previous video, I couldn’t help notice mine is the same except for one letter. Love the idea of the paddle extensions - night try to find some slightly cheaper ones though. Keep the videos coming.
I have that spoiler on my GTI. Clean the rear area well and then wipe with alcohol pad. it'll stick really well and not come off.👍🏿Nice gloss black grille piece and then next gloss black wrap the roof👍🏿
Remove the front “R” badge, it looks a lot cleaner, to do so, remove the front grill, (don’t be afraid of breaking it) and take the badge off with a t25 torx, the just punch the grill back in, you can also take the rear badge off too, just use hot air or boiling water with some dental floss to peel it off None of these are hard to do, I’m 15 and i did both on my mom’s golf r but it makes it look symmetrical and clean
Really enjoy your videos ,helps owning a golf r I guess lol. I went for the tune on mine first, cosmetics to follow, once the warmer weather returns. Can’t stress enough how much an improvement the stage 2 adds, especially the dsg remap
@@hampshirephoto I had them and took them off as there is not enough room between paddle an wiper stalk. The housing that fits over the OEM paddle is too big and takes up too much room. If you are happy banging the wiper stalk, then I'm sure they'll be OK. The indicator stalk has a little more room.
Hey, one thing I've always wondered - That noise when you start it up (about 16secs into this vid) from cold theres like a slight kind of rubbing noise that you hear from the engine, reasonably high pitch, do you know the one I mean? Hah no worries if not, its just mine makes the same noise and I've always wondered what it was...
@@hampshirephoto I saw some adhesive ones and was a bit uncertain about how well they would stay fastened. Judging by your answer, I assume they have not budged since fitting. The alternative is to get some that completely replace the stock paddles by way of removing the pin that holds them in place and then swapping the paddles out. That way you can switch back should you need to for any reason. Are the adhesive ones now a permanent fixture because of how fast they are stuck on?
Did you go with the plastic paddles to be able to get this mod or wasn't there an option to get other paddles? I mean, my 2011 has aluminium paddles. I'm not the first owner so I don't know what options there was when it was ordered.
Another great vid Mate. Love the splitter looks amazing. Can I ask where you got the Carbon Gear shifter extensions from? Thinking I might need to invest in a pair!
Be careful with your "R" theives are breaking into houses for the keys of these type of cars and stealing them. If you have one take your keys upstairs with you at night. My neighbour had his stolen about 5 in the morning, while he and his family were asleep upstairs.
I’m late to this video I know but I’m in the market for a Golf R and really wanna get those paddle shift extenders, however I’ve seen people saying that the adhesive sticky ones like you’ve used on yours aren’t reliable and can actually end up breaking the paddle shift, has anyone used them and if so are the reliable and durable?
I have just ordered my Golf R 2019 (Canadian version), I will receive it in a few weeks. I hope I will find the paddle here in Canada, I find them very cool. Have you tried any computer mods? Like being able to open / close windows with the remote...
hampshirephoto apparently vw says they’re meant to do that 😅 mine does it but after reading the internet I didn’t bother taking mine in to sort it out it seemed like a waste of time. I’m glad it’s been rectified on the face lift though 👍🏽
Im even more picky than you: I dont allow myself to film my 2017 GTI Clubsport unless the wheather reports are showing Sunny wheather! (since you get so much nicer exterior shots on car then) Even in this November/December time! Thats like rolling the dice trying to make that work this time of year! 😆 (Also i only shoot in 4K with Sony Lens & Stabilized! 👍)
Check out ECS Tuning they do a good kit with a tutorial on UA-cam, or you could go for the cheaper option I chose, which is to get a kit from Kill All Wipers
A lot of you guys have been asking when I was going to start modifying my Golf R, so here you go! Today I fit 3 minor cosmetic modifications to the car, but if you have any other mod ideas then please let me know below!
Stage2 mate!
Link to spoiler please
Johnny, let’s see what the future brings! Do you run a Stage 2 R?
Spoiler link: bit.ly/2R2f42O
hampshirephoto damn! Would cost me roughly 200$ CND for it
Great touches to your car, just need to sort out those holes by the front number plate
Thanks Richy! Yeah, they’re so annoying haha
Nice
Maxton Design front splitter next! Gives it a very aggressive look. If you ever do get over the rear spoiler, you can always try the split Oettinger style one because it also suits the R quite well.
Let’s see what the future brings! ;) yeah I’ve seen those around, they look cool :)
I have S2T paddles on my R which replace the OEM efforts, they are expensive but exceptional quality and they won't fall off.
Thanks for letting me know! If these fail then I’ll know where to go
@@hampshirephoto dare I ask how much the rear lip was, really like it and do you have a web link, assuming you ordered it online.
Rear lip can be found here! bit.ly/2R2f42O
As for the Spoiler, I prefer the one from Oettinger. Installed on my MK7.5R and it looks sick!
I’m loving watching your series of Golf R videos, particularly as we seem to have bought the same spec and colour of Golf R from the same dealership. When you showed your standard number plate on a previous video, I couldn’t help notice mine is the same except for one letter. Love the idea of the paddle extensions - night try to find some slightly cheaper ones though. Keep the videos coming.
Thanks Hugh!
Have the same spoiler myself - it’s subtle but just enough.
I love it!
I have that spoiler on my GTI. Clean the rear area well and then wipe with alcohol pad. it'll stick really well and not come off.👍🏿Nice gloss black grille piece and then next gloss black wrap the roof👍🏿
Thanks! Yes, considering getting the roof done
Remove the front “R” badge, it looks a lot cleaner, to do so, remove the front grill, (don’t be afraid of breaking it) and take the badge off with a t25 torx, the just punch the grill back in, you can also take the rear badge off too, just use hot air or boiling water with some dental floss to peel it off
None of these are hard to do, I’m 15 and i did both on my mom’s golf r but it makes it look symmetrical and clean
Like the content mate very easy to watch, informative and well edited. Keep up the good work. P.s I really really want your car
Thanks buddy!
The black grill thingy looks kinda wack imo, but the spoiler and paddle shifters look sick.
This car looks 👌🔥
Thanks!
Over 10 minutes mate, smashed it.
(also, I'm in love with those paddles!)
Thanks mate! Yeah they’re wicked! Genuine carbon too yeeharrr!!
hampshirephoto what’s the link for the paddle shifts please mate love it
Looks mad, yet another satisfying vid!
Thanks Neo!!
I'm surprised there are no links to the modifications online. Shoot, I wanted to buy that same wrap roll. I really liked the other modifications too!
Should use heat gun when you but the spoiler on especially in cold weather
Why so many dislikes, they dk the styling of the Golf R..
You deserve more man! What a clean R 😍💙
Thanks dude!
Really enjoy your videos ,helps owning a golf r I guess lol. I went for the tune on mine first, cosmetics to follow, once the warmer weather returns. Can’t stress enough how much an improvement the stage 2 adds, especially the dsg remap
i am very happy with apr. got an apr tune and i plan to put carbon fiber cold air intake, exhaust, lowering springs, and boost gauge
I’ll bare that in mind! Thanks :)
Nice! 👍
Nicely shot video once again Luke.
Thanks so much George!
Loving your videos mate...I think you have convinced me to buy a Golf R next year!
Thanks so much dude! Yes, do it!!
What is your opinion on the Audi S3 saloon?
Get a front splitter and the Golf GTI performance pack front differential.
Nice job! You've made a stunning car look even better 👍🏻
Thanks so much buddy! Glad you like it :)
Brothers got Mark 7 golf R but I'm happy I found you by accident I'm buzzing 🤟👍👌
Thanks Hamzah! Welcome to the channel :)
Your number plate looks sick on the golf R
Thanks buddy!
Im def getting that spoiler for my R. Awesome vid
Thanks!
Here's the link: bit.ly/2R2f42O
Perfect little starter mods, I'd do exactly the same if i owned this car in this spec!
Thanks Arran, glad you like it!
Love the paddle shifts think they look amazing
Definitely makes the car look more aggressive! Great video pal 👍
Thanks so much mate!
Wing looks great, wheel spacers and lowering springs next?
Great video! just about to start exploring some light performance modifications for my 7.5, interested to see what you go for.
Thanks Jake!
good job ,mate.. now it looks better .
Thanks mate!
Get the bat wings for your side mirrors
My buddy actually just set the wr for fastest golf r stock turbo on 93 octane in the 1/4
Those paddle shifters look better than I expected. Love the Maxton spoiler. I’m considering getting one for the M140! Great video 👍🏼
Thanks Reg!! Yeah I was pleasantly surprised too. They look great! Slick and not too obvious
@@hampshirephoto I had them and took them off as there is not enough room between paddle an wiper stalk. The housing that fits over the OEM paddle is too big and takes up too much room. If you are happy banging the wiper stalk, then I'm sure they'll be OK. The indicator stalk has a little more room.
Ah I see! Thanks for letting me know. As time goes on I’ll get a better idea whether I get on with them or not
@@hampshirephoto come over to vwroc.com
Mate- where did u get the paddles from and would they fit a Golf R 7,,,,,tx
looks
great
Love the subtle mods, really transforms the car. Good job 👍
Thanks Josh!
Square plate maybe? And an IPE exhaust 🤤 or save for some Vossen wheels.
Great video again my friend! Its amazing how much difference those mods make to the appearance of your car. Btw have a nice christmas too buddy!
Thanks bud, sorry for the slow response
His smile when the pedals are installed xD so cute
Yes lad, been teasing the idea of putting a maxton design lip on mine for months now! Do I do it??
Thanks mate! Yes 100% do it, looks great
Might have to copy that maxton rood lip spoiler 👍🏽
Do it! Here's the link: bit.ly/2R2f42O
Do you give ur car a warm up before you take it for a drive? Because you should do that
Owww shit its beginning :D. BTW where did you get the black badges for you a1 i want some high quality ones
Hell yeah!! I think I got them off Amazon
Where do you buy a spoiler?? Looking great!!
Thanks David! Here's the link: bit.ly/2R2f42O
Keeping link would be a good idea bro
Hey, one thing I've always wondered - That noise when you start it up (about 16secs into this vid) from cold theres like a slight kind of rubbing noise that you hear from the engine, reasonably high pitch, do you know the one I mean? Hah no worries if not, its just mine makes the same noise and I've always wondered what it was...
It’s just a straight curve and I’ve wiped it down so there should be no decontamination.
Very good I am in love with the upgrades
Thanks Luis!
good work, ive got the entire maxton design kit fitted on mine :D
Thanks! Awesome!!
yep, I think my first mod will be the T-Carbon Paddle Extensions!!! Any chance of a link to them mate? :) Cheers, Don (Perth WA)
Great Lip Spoiler for just 129€ I ordered one today for my GTI Facelift.
£130 yoyos for a bit of plastic ☹ although to be fair its a class touch and sets the car off nicely 👌
Link to the paddle extenders? Look awesome 👌
Love this beast
Thanks dude!
Great videos. Love the extended paddles. Have you had any issues with them. Looking to get some.
Thanks! Nope, no issues with them
Thanks. Getting my R Saturday. Excited
@@hampshirephoto I saw some adhesive ones and was a bit uncertain about how well they would stay fastened. Judging by your answer, I assume they have not budged since fitting.
The alternative is to get some that completely replace the stock paddles by way of removing the pin that holds them in place and then swapping the paddles out.
That way you can switch back should you need to for any reason.
Are the adhesive ones now a permanent fixture because of how fast they are stuck on?
Why don’t you think of purchasing a gloss black vw front badge it would go brilliantly with the car !
Hey mate are u still happy with the spoiler?? My spoiler on the right side getting lose a little bit maybe 2mm
Great initial mods. Could I have links to all three please?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks Paul! Sure:
Paddles: amzn.to/2SPAhKq
Spoiler: bit.ly/2R2f42O
3M Vinyl: amzn.to/2AcAX5W
Does the UK Golf R have push button start? I see a key tumbler. I have a '18, same color...same car
One hell of a stealth golf R
My vag car has tiny paddles as well....did these carbon ones stay on?
Looks sick can you put a link for the rear spoiler? Ty
Thanks! Sure: bit.ly/2R2f42O
You know what, I like this channel
Hi mate. Could you provide links to the spoiler and paddle extensions. Cheers in advance 👍
Hey Mark, Sure:
Paddles: amzn.to/2SPAhKq
Spoiler: bit.ly/2R2f42O
Cheers! Keep the videos coming. I have the estate version 🚙💨
Nice!😍😎 Could I have an amazon link or something like that for the 3M tape? Thanks mate!🙏🏻
Great Styling! how are the paddles holding up? Still mounted ?
Are you round to change the suspension set up? Is that why you didn't get DCC?
hampshirephoto where did you get the black vinyl wrap from if you don’t mind me asking? If possible could you provide a link?
Genuine lad subscribed 👍🏻 keep up the good work
Thank you so much! My apologies for the slow response
Did you go with the plastic paddles to be able to get this mod or wasn't there an option to get other paddles? I mean, my 2011 has aluminium paddles. I'm not the first owner so I don't know what options there was when it was ordered.
No option I'm afriad!
Really like the spoiler! Quick question, if I got one, is it removable without damage to paint when I come to sell the car?
I imagine so yes :)
Another great vid Mate. Love the splitter looks amazing. Can I ask where you got the Carbon Gear shifter extensions from? Thinking I might need to invest in a pair!
Thanks Alan! Sure, here’s the link: amzn.to/2SPAhKq
I got the same T shifters in the same box for £46 from eBay check there first Alan
STAY TUNED cheer Mate!
Are those carbon paddle shifters really carbon though?
Absolutly perfect video bro
Greetings from germany
Thanks so much dude!
Where are you buy a "3M gloss wrap" ?
It's a car I would like to have, my dad had a Mark 4 and it was really nice.
Where did you bye those gear padle.?
Get some coils and a sway bar.
It would be nice if winter lasts only a week like in FH4 right? :P
So true!!
1 things I hate stick on paddle shifters
Be careful with your "R" theives are breaking into houses for the keys of these type of cars and stealing them. If you have one take your keys upstairs with you at night. My neighbour had his stolen about 5 in the morning, while he and his family were asleep upstairs.
Hi, where you buy the sticker for front grill? thx
I’m late to this video I know but I’m in the market for a Golf R and really wanna get those paddle shift extenders, however I’ve seen people saying that the adhesive sticky ones like you’ve used on yours aren’t reliable and can actually end up breaking the paddle shift, has anyone used them and if so are the reliable and durable?
can you share your knowledge on where to buy the parts?
+ 10 hp with these mods
I have just ordered my Golf R 2019 (Canadian version), I will receive it in a few weeks.
I hope I will find the paddle here in Canada, I find them very cool.
Have you tried any computer mods? Like being able to open / close windows with the remote...
those paddles are from pinalloy? or where are they from cant seem to find any for the facelift, unless theyre the same for mk7
Link to all the goodies would be helpful
Mmmm the euro tail lights are so much better than the north america ones.
I like your content👍🏼
I have a MK6 but I still subbed.
What wheels u got pal on ur golf
Nice mods - what were the prices for the spoiler and shifters?
Thanks Paddy! Shifters cost £100 and the spoiler cost £80
You should have wiped your pedals with cleaning alcohol before. Otherwise some day they will come of! Nice mods btw
Same for Everything that is glued.
Do the headlights on the mk7.5 still steam up like they do on the mk7 or have they finally sorted it ?
Not that I’m aware of, so they must’ve sorted it
hampshirephoto apparently vw says they’re meant to do that 😅 mine does it but after reading the internet I didn’t bother taking mine in to sort it out it seemed like a waste of time. I’m glad it’s been rectified on the face lift though 👍🏽
Where did u get those parts from mate
Im even more picky than you: I dont allow myself to film my 2017 GTI Clubsport unless the wheather reports are showing Sunny wheather! (since you get so much nicer exterior shots on car then) Even in this November/December time! Thats like rolling the dice trying to make that work this time of year! 😆 (Also i only shoot in 4K with Sony Lens & Stabilized! 👍)
3DFX you go to all that trouble and ur channel is still shit I see
What has these mods done to your insurance premium?
Can You Include the Links of the Products You Installed?
Where did you get the 3M gloss black vinyl you used for the grill?
I got it off Amazon
hampshirephoto can you send a link ?:)
@@hampshirephoto any chance you can share the link?
Hi HP, you should go for a rear wiper delete next very sleek looking!
Hey! I’ve never really heard much about them, but I’ll look into it :)
Check out ECS Tuning they do a good kit with a tutorial on UA-cam, or you could go for the cheaper option I chose, which is to get a kit from Kill All Wipers