@@HoodSlappersOfficial Not yet! I've had 2 GTI's, an R32, a Golf, and a GLI. Just sold my 2010 Corolla S for over $8k and trying to get into a Nardo, I mean Moonstone, Grey SE, it's tough though!!
The Moonstone looks great. Very similar to VWs Pure Grey you will find on the GLI or Cross Sport. Congrats on the big money from your Corolla. Best of luck on the car hunt and thanks for watching and keeping the conversation going.
I’m 38yo and a first time GTI owner. I get more attention in the GTI than my Mustang GT. With all the random people waving and acknowledging me, I thought there was a GTI wave, like being on a motorcycle or Jeep Wrangler. I love my 23 GTI-S. It’s the best car I’ve ever owned. The new MK8 is sleeker and meaner than any previous GTI before. The infotainment system is easy to use and becomes very familiar with the few drives.
As far as we know there is no official wave, that’s not to say that it doesn’t happen. Especially when you’re driving in the newer and very noticeable mk8 body style. It is a brilliant machine and checks every box. Enjoy your GTI. You deserve it.
58 and this is your first?! You’ll have one regret, waiting this long to get one. :) Enjoy every journey and try not to speed too much. Thanks for watching Katie. We appreciate it. Merry Christmas
Wow. That’s amazing. I think you win Gary. Thank you so much for sharing. R or GTI, both are absolutely fantastic. Best of luck with your next GTI. Thanks again for sharing and of course, thanks for watching.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial The GTI/GLI have been good cars for me. I am 6’3” and there is plenty of room to drive, but the entry/egress is an issue. That dammed B pillar gets in the way. Whatever happened to two door cars? Both are tuned however so the 320 hp allows me to keep up with traffic.
Gary, this is amazing. You’re what many wish to be. Don’t ever stop doing what makes you happy. We hope to hear from you again. In the meantime, just watch that B pillar. :)
Over 40 here. Got rid of an S4 and waiting on an R. Get and enjoy whatever car suits you. Don't feel like you need to conform to someone else's perception.
I own a 2022 Autobahn in the US and in the US it is the highest trim. Also with the price north of $40K for the Autobahn, young kids can’t really afford this thing, so it’s up to 47 year olds like me to enjoy this thing,
At 76 have been enjoying my 2017 Mark 7 since new. By far, the most fun wheels I have ever owned. Been eye balling the new 2022, but will stay on the sidelines to see what VW does with a refresh to address some driver interface issues. Also will wait on the supply challenge to heal up so I have more flexibility with available colors/options. For right now, it’s a total enjoyment.
That sounds fantastic. Don’t ever stop having fun on wheels Neil. The 2022’s look exciting but obviously have their challenges. If you order a 22 it might turn out to be a 23 anyway. Ha. Jared should be getting his 2022 GTI soon, so he will post his thoughts. Thanks for watching and commenting.
First thing that comes to our mind is the space you get in the GTI compared to a Mazda3. The GTI has a ton more passenger volume and feels less crowded. Mazda does have some nice interiors though
Well Neil, I’m 78. And have a 2019 MK 7.5 dsg (my stick shift are over) and I gotta tell ya that this car is the most fun of all the cars I have owned in my life ! I have had many, many cars 🚗. We’re never too old to appreciate good engineering, and fun 🤩. RickGTI…..🇺🇸🌴
58 and I'll be buying one in a couple months. There is a 65 year old woman in town that I've seen driving every iteration of GTI for the last 20 years, and I just saw her scootin along in 2023 R a couple days ago.
That’s amazing. Good for her and good for you! Nobody is too old for a GTI or R. It’s a rubbish thing to say and we GTI drivers need to stick together. Enjoy yours. They are awesome.
Good review but I disagree on the age. I am 58 years old and I just took delivery of a 2022 GTI 6-speed manual Autobahn which is my third GTI. I love the GTI and I hope to be driving one until God's ready for me. Age is just a number! I feel as young as my 2022 GTI!
Whoa whoa whoa! Wait just a minute! That’s Jareds car! How did you get yours already? What colour did you decide on? We completely agree on the age thing. You keep driving until Gods ready. Hopefully you can get a few more GTI’s before then. :) Thanks for checking out our channel Kevin.
Purchased my 2016 MK7 GTI brand new. I’m 32 years old and love driving it everyday. It’s the perfect daily driver. You are never “too old” to drive a Golf GTI. It’s a classless car with a timeless design. I will never understand American’s obsession with image. Saying that hatchbacks are juvenile or only for specific age groups. This is completely untrue. Some people just don’t want to give up having a fun daily driver. In this world of boring crossovers and soulless EV’s, it’s nice to have something fun and familiar.
Thank you so much for watching, and we couldn’t agree more. It’s a timeless car and everyone needs to drive one at least once in their lifetime. Keep on driving vr6gls. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Would you consider a MK8?
I've been a huge fan of GTI's and Golf's in general ever since I was a child. To date, I've owned 1 Mk5 Rabbit, 1 Mk7 Golf Sportwagen and 2 GTI's. Currently, I drive a 2022 MK8 GTI and love it!! Spectacular review guys. Let me fill you in on what GTI means, a lot of people ask this question and it's not something VW really advertises so I don't blame you for not knowing. GTI simply stands for Grand Touring (or Tourer) Injection. It's basically a term to signify direct fuel injected engines and the naming "GTI" has actually been used across many brands over the years and the very first manufacturer to use it was Maserati. However, VW popularized it 1976 with the very first GTI! Now, the term GTI is synonymous with a Golf. They no longer need to use "Golf" or "Rabbit" in the naming scheme for a GTI because when people hear GTI, they know it's a golf! At this point, no other manufacturer really uses the term because everyone knows what a true GTI is!! Hope that helps :)
We absolutely love this comment and we love your enthusiasm even more. Thanks for sharing. It is always so great hearing from our viewers. Hopefully you enjoyed it.
I'm 41 and the Mk8 is my 4th GTI! I tried to give it up. I had a 2010 VW CC, which I loved btw. But I missed the GTI too much. Once they came out with 4 doors I traded in for a Mk7! I will never make that mistake again! GTI for life!
That’s amazing. What was your first GTI, and how are you liking the MK8? They are absolutely brilliant car. Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment. We appreciate it.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial My first GTI was a 2002 1.8t. I absolutely loved that car! I also had an 06 and a 2017. The new one is my favorite, but the 1.8t will always hold a special spot in my heart. You always remember your first!
@@ryanbachman380 haha! Hey, we love your honesty. They actually work pretty great aside from accidentally hitting your heated steering wheel by accident in the summer. It really is a great machine. Fun to drive!
I’m 43 and today I bought my first GTI MK8 40th edition!!! Finally it happen and I love everything about it!! I’ve always wanted a GTI since i was a young teen! It’s my “attainable dream car”
That 40th is sweet. It’s like a life sized hot wheel and has a few great additions that the base model doesn’t have, and even a few that the Autobahn (in Canada) doesn’t have. Enjoy your sweet ride Sulley.
I just talked to a couple that came in, in a 2022 GTI. They said it had constant electrical gremlins and it bothered them that it would slam on the brakes if there's a pile of leaves on the side of the road and the only thing good about it is the back up camera.
Thank you for sharing and for watching too! :) VW is expecting an update on the GTI to tackle some of these issues. It’s been a long time in the making so hopefully it will be here soon.
Absolutely brilliant. We love hearing this. Congratulations on your GTI. Jared ordered his in June of 21. He has an ETA of June 2022. We will see. You will absolutely love it. You most certainly deserve it Brian.
I’m 59 and I ordered my Mk8GTi back in May 21 still no sign of it. Hopefully it will be here in a few months I’m a better and faster driver than I was in my 20s/30s must be all the track days I do, you are only as old as you feel and I feel 25 😜
Thank you so much. We completely agree. Hopefully you get it soon so you can enjoy it for the summer. Jared ordered his in June of 2021. He is still waiting. What track to you go to?
In 1972 I bought a BMW 2002 and drove it until 1985. Fabulous car (when it wasn't in the shop, which was frequently). Since then I've driven nothing but Jeep Cherokees and Nissan Frontiers. A year ago, at 71 years old, I had a strong urge to get back into a sporty car with a stick (mid-life/late-life crisis?). I bought a 2021 GTI SE with a manual transmission. Great car...accelerates like a rocket ship. Most fun since my BMW. Hopefully the sunroof won't leak...I've seen lots of complaints about it on various VW forums.
Alan, thank you for sharing your story mate. We love hearing stuff like this and are thrilled you are enjoying your GTI. They are absolutely brilliant. Most leaks on VWs are on their full rail2rail roofs, but you still see the odd one leak without. Hoping nothing but the best for you. Thanks again and thanks for watching.
At around 8:24 as you were coming to a stop, when you were completely stopped to speedometer was still showing 2, then 1 mph before it went to zero but you were stopped. Is there an issue with speedo accuracy?
Thanks for watching and for taking a moment to comment. We hadn't noticed that. It was certainly a very slow rolling stop as the camera car was in front of us. Jared himself owns a MK8 GTI and has had no issues with the accuracy of the speedometer. Hopefully this helps a bit. Thanks again for checking out our channel. We love hearing from viewers.
Very cool! Would you happen to have any photo's of it? If so, we would love to see them. You can email them to info@hoodslappers.com. Thank you so much for watching!
I've just come across this review, and like many who have already commented, I disagree that the GTI should have a cut off age. I'm in my 5th decade now, and ever since I passed my driving test in the late 80's I've wanted a GTI, however, growing up on the other side of the pond (UK), owning, insuring and running a GTI was not attainable at the time. Now, however, I have the funds to be able to do that, and my name is down for a 2023 GTI Autobahn (for the exact same reasons described in the video) - DIY gearbox, Atlantic Blue with the wheels, sounds and sunroof package (just wanted the upgraded stereo but unable to just get that - which is a shame in my opinion), delivery slated for this time next year, which will be ideal as the lease on my 2020 GLI will be coming to an end. It is in my opinion, one of the best looking cars on the market, and I'm taking this opportunity to get a manual hatchback with enough licence losing power to enjoy. Also, and not mentioned in the video, the power is available running it on 87 Octane and with the way fuel prices are going, that will save a few $$$ at the pumps over the life of the car.
Chris, thank you so much for watching and for taking the time to comment. We love the feedback from everyone being in agreement that there is no age limit on the GTI. You are absolutely right. You must be excited to take delivery of your 2023. The wait will be long, but definitely worth it. Here in Canada the GTI is celebrating another decade, so we anticipate it will bring something special with the GTI. You sound like a true VW driver. We appreciate you checking out our channel. Hopefully you enjoyed our content. Come by and see us any time! Thanks Chris.
Chris, I agree with you, the GTi is truly a "classless" car in the sense that you can and will find in in a stable alongside a Lambo or a Rolls, or sharing a Garage with a minivan. It really is a car that is for all people!!! Heck Jeremy Clarkson had one and absolutely loved it as a daily.
I have been wanting this since the 80's also. I finally got a 2022 GTI Autobahn last week, drove 600 miles. I am 60 and this thing will make you act like a 20 year old, watch out.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial alas my wait for a GTI will be a little longer than anticipated. I cancelled my order when lease rates went above 5%, and now they're sitting at close to 9% 👿 I've waited this long, another year or two is not going to make much difference, and I have my GLI to enjoy in the meantime. By the time the lease rates come down, I might be able to stretch the budget to an R 😉
I placed an order for a Golf R over a year ago and have still to receive it. The dealer just called and informed me that the wit is undetermined and thus have a GTi that is unspoken for, would I like it... Is it a smart choice?
Normally, we would say a GTI is always a great choice. It’s a tough call when comparing the a GolfR though. The 4Motion is a big benefit. We would recommend driving a GTI first and see what you think. Jared has one. He loves it! He came from a Golf though. Thanks for the comment.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial Boys the issue is I wanted a fun “all rounder daily”. In Canada dealing with the winters the awd would be an advantage. Having a low 4sec 0-60 time would mean a great car for the occasional track day. Being a Golf super practical. I’m 52 years old, have a Land Rover Discovery and have had two Range Rovers before it. I want a fun daily and a car that wouldn’t make me look like a “yob” driving it. Test drove the Civic type R and yes it’s an amazing car, but I’m sorry, that car definitely has an age limit. The GTi and the R just seem to fly under the radar and appear to be the perfect “sleeper”. Am I wrong in thinking that? The offerings from BMW are nice, but “shouty”, they scream “hey look at me in my super cool BMW”!!! Merc, no, Audi, well that’s a lot more money for essentially a similar car to the R, but the R seems like more fun for less money. Now the GTi is the question mark. My dad owned one way back in the 80’s and I remember the whole family fighting for the keys because it was so much fun. The new one? That’s why I wanted your opinion.
Solid honest review from you guys. Really glad you didn’t just buy into the parroting people are doing about the infotainment. It’s actually a brilliant system 99.9% of the time. I bought a 22 R recently, it’s my first VAG car and it’s easily the best car I’ve ever driven. These things really are awesome. My other toy is a 2002 WS6. That one is all done up though.
Thank you so much for commenting and watching. We appreciate your thoughts. That Golf R is a brilliant machine. Same screen as the GTI too. Have you had any issues at all? Jared picked his up on June and the only issue he’s had is with his SiriusXM radio. Otherwise, as you said, 99.9% of the time it works great. Thanks again for saying hi and for checking out our content. Have a great week and no speeding tickets. :)
@@HoodSlappersOfficial haven’t had tickets in many years. I bracket race usually at a strip so I do my speeding legally… most of the time :P I haven’t actually but if I’m being honest, I don’t use Sirius XM or the radio. I use Apple Music or just my phone’s playlist so, I can’t comment. But I have had no issues at all, it’s been wonderful. Mines a DSG.
Katie! Congratulations!!! What a car! Jared is enjoying his. He’s had it for a year now and is still in love. If he ever sees you on the road you have to either wave or flash your high beams. Thanks for watching.
It will be tough to give up my 2019 GTI for the MK8 GTI. But plan to wait until 2024. If the auto indestery gets back to normal. Hope that 74 years old is not too old for the MK8 GTI. Your thoughts.
Mark! We say go for it! The GTI is for everyone. Waiting until 2024 might not be a bad idea. Right now things are a bit odd in the automotive world. Just stay away from the Corvette. ;)
I'm 74 and have a new 2022 GTI 6spd in red. I've had VW manuals for more than ten years. If you love to drive and sometimes push some limits, you're not too old.
Been daily driving a 2013 MK6 base GTI (that I bought new) for exactly 10 years now. About to surpass the 200,000 mile mark (322,000km) and it's been incredibly reliable and a pleasure to own and drive. The 204hp 2.0 burns 1 quart (0.9L) of oil every 8,000 miles (13,000km). Honestly, not too bad at all. I change the DSG fluid every 50-70K miles, although VW suggests more frequent changes. The OEM battery and two ignition coils...that's the sum total of parts that have failed on this car in 10 years. Last year I noticed the idle was getting rough, so I pulled the intake manifold, replaced the factory injectors with OEM units and cleaned the valves as they were horribly dirty (direction injection). The cleaner valves and new injectors made the car idle and run like new again. Very tempting to buy a new 2023+ GTI.
Wow. That car has treated you well. The same can be said for you. When you look after your car it will look after you. A good testimony of a great machine. The MK8’s are certainly different. You should at least go test drive one. Who knows, you may fall in love. Plus, depending on where you are from, VW may have complimentary maintenance for your VW loyalty. Take a break from repairs. :) Thanks so much for writing and saying hello. Keep on driving mate.
Honestly, I was interested in the 2022 and already looked at one. The massive change for the driver interface has turned me away for the time being. If Volkswagen does decide to make the necessary logical changes during the next couple of years then I will revisit. I also looked at a 2022 Mazda 3 turbo hatch and was very impressed. It’s somewhat different than the GTI, but the interior is first class and you get so much more for the money. If I absolutely needed a car right now, then I would have selected the Mazda over the new GTI.
Thanks so much! So, our Hollywood adventure scene didn't change you opinion on the gear selector? Back to acting classes for the guys then. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great weekend.
Either way, both cars will be great. Just don’t wait too long. Jared ordered a GTI in June of 2021 and still hasn’t seen it. Best of luck. Hopefully everything works out. Stay young!
Actually, no it's not better. I found a handful of the 2022s in my area, granted I live in NYC, already for sale. Had a hunch. Called up the owners. Same response. The interior feels like hard plastic rental cars. But the biggest issue, we know what it is, that ridiculous info-tainment system with the lack of real buttons. While a couple mentioned the cheap interior. Every single one mentioned how miserably frustrating it was to use the info-tainment system. One guy almost broke down and cried over the phone when he told me that he had a chance to get a new MK7.5 for a good deal, but foolishly decided to wait and get the MK8 instead.
Hey thanks for the comment. Everyone has a favourite GTI. No doubt about it. The mk8 is not without its issues. The light at the end of the tunnel is that VW is bringing out a software update sometime in the first quarter of next year that will fix the biggest issue…that pesky screen. The slide and haptic controls are easy to use once you get the hang of it. All in all, it’s hard to go wrong with a GTI. Thanks for watching. Did you end up buying a GTI?
Oh, they are the same glasses. New glasses are not in the budget. Brad uses several different coloured Sharpies to colour his glasses to make them look different. He calls it “an old showbiz trick”. Thanks for watching!
Pff never old enough for a GTI, I just turned 37 and got myself a slightly used MK7.5 Golf R 2019 with a 6Speed Manual. Planning to keep it until i'm 50 !!!. The GTI and the R are fantastic Hot Hatches and the Golf R is pretty much a must for Quebec winters and the only AWD Hatch you can buy with a Manual #savethemanuals. Looking forward to see your MK8 Golf R review, please get the 6Speed if you can :D
Everything you said here is bang on. Thanks for sharing. We definitely have a GolfR review in the works, and yes, it is a manual. :) Enjoy your mk7.5. It’s a brilliant machine. Age is just a number! Thanks again for watching and have a great day! Stay warm.
Dave, thanks for watching. The 2021 Mk7.5 has 228hp and 258lb-ft of torque. The 2022 Mk8 has more sitting at 241hp and 273lb-ft of torque. VW tested them both on their Ehra test facility and the mk8 was 4 seconds faster. Hopefully this clears things up. We appreciate you reaching out.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial not in Australia. The mk7.5 GTI has 180kw /241hp and the mk8 has 180kw or 241hp. We actually got the mk7.5 engine in our mk8 GTIs as we didn’t get the PPF / OPF over here due to the sulpher content in our fuel. Good content though. Keep up the good work
Really? That’s very interesting. Thanks for sharing. We appreciate the comment and for checking us out. Make sure you tell all your friends in Australia about us. :)
My 5 decade anniversary of life this month. My 4th GTI is due to arrive by the end of the month as well. Not a Corvette, but heh, it is the poor man's Porsche so I guess you really can't outgrow the GTI.
We love it Brian. Thank you for sharing. Never too old, never too young. Enjoy it! You deserve it as you seem to be an avid GTI driver. What year were for other GTI’s? Oh, and happiest of birthdays!
@@HoodSlappersOfficial 98, 11, 16, and soon to be 22. Never had a mk2 but there was something about the round headlights that I wish they would bring back in a retro version. Even better, make it a retro Wolfsburg edition and add driving/fog lights up front.
Haha. It works on so many levels. We have probably disappointed a lot of people when they go to our channel expecting something different. Thanks for checking us out.
3rd GTI?! That’s fantastic. Having been the owner of three GTI’s, we would love to know which has been your favourite so far and why. We hope VW never stops making them. They are absolutely brilliant cars. Thank you for watching.
Never too old! The beauty of the GTI is that they are all great. It doesn't have to be a 2022. If you get a used one we would always suggest having the turbo looked at in detail and if it has a moon roof/sunroof check if there is a recall for leaks. If everything checks out, you will be on the road enjoying every mile. Thanks for saying hello.
I’m 56 and my first GTI was a brand new 1987 GTI 16V. After that I owned two 1984 Rabbit GTI’s plus other VW’s including a scirocco 16V. Today I own a 2010 GTI with a 6-speed manual. If I could afford a new GTI it would not be the latest one with the dumb “haptic” buttons.
With all those GTI’s they should be giving you one for free. :) Hopefully the day will come when you will get a new one. The haptic buttons are easy to navigate. Only a few times does the heated steering wheel turn on in the summer. Thanks for watching Carl. Have a great day
Being in Ontario Canada, we get a bit of snow during winter. How is the GTI in the snow and would you recommend the manual or automatic? Even with the weird shifter knob in the auto?
Great question. It doesn’t have the 4Motion all wheel drive like the GolfR, but with a good set of snow tires the GTI is still very good in the snow. And because of snow, we would recommend the manual. :). There won’t be many manuals in the future so we would partly suggest going that route for a chance to drive a manual on last time, the other reason being it’s a fun manual to drive. Very smooth, 6 gears, a Golf ball feel shift knob. There is something about it that is so fantastic. The DSG is faster and will cause less issue in stop and go traffic, but that manual is well worth the few stop go situation. Plus it gives a little grunt when put into 1st gear. Who doesn’t like that? Thanks for watching.
Really?! Wow! Thanks for letting us know. We are very curious, what do you like better about the mk7? Thanks for commenting and for watching our video.
Thank you so much. We are a little late for this years Oscar’s but hopefully we are nominated for next year. Ha. Thanks again and have a great weekend.
Love! the getaway scene down to the Giorgio Moroder 70’s type sound track 😂 and as for being old yea I’m currently one with a MK7 now and will be seriously considering the new Golf R MK8 or a used 2019. I personally feel the GTI is probably the only fun car in this category that a 50 or 60 something yr old can drive comfortably but the Type R and Si is definitely a 30 something cutoff due to its very immature boy racerish looks while the Golf’s are so understated and mature looking the old timers 👴 can drive them.
Haha, thank you so much for sharing. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t drive a GTI! 🙂 They are exactly as you describe them. They look unassuming but drive brilliantly. We have a GolfR review in the works so stay tuned for that one. Have a great weekend.
I’m 50 and no longer need my suv. I want something light, manual transmission and fun! The gti fits the bill 👍🏼. Had a manual Jetta in my youth and miss that go cart feel. Really want the 2022 R but dang. Hard to find, dealer mark up and used more than a new one !?! I’ll wait a few months to see if prices settle down.
GTI is the way to go. The R, as great as it is, would be amazing and will offer more than most people would ever need in the sense of power and control. The GTI is that perfect balance of speed, handling, all while having a very similarity equipped interior to the R. For the money, GTI all the way. Thanks for watching.
Great review! I’m also Jared and I’m in my mid 30’s. I’m getting the performance GTi in Moonstone Grey. It’ll be arriving sometime in July-August. So excited for it.
New to this channel, I like the personalities but if I could provide some constructive criticism as someone who is addicted to car reviews on UA-cam. I felt that there was to much banter in the car without showing more b-roll of the car. Having the banter is perfectly fine but switch up camera angles a bit while doing so. If you talk about seats show some footage of the seats etc. hope you know what I mean anyways great video I’ve been looking for a review of a black gti for quite sometime as it’s a colour I’m definitely favouring on it.
Thank you so much Stefan. We appreciate your feedback and for taking an interest in our channel. We are always open to hear from our viewers. We are also thrilled that you found us. The black is a great choice indeed. There are several other great colour choices too. Finding the perfect colour may be tough. Thanks again Stefan.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial the bad acting comment was a bit harsh. I never mentioned bad acting. I just want more footage of the car while you guys are speaking. Do that and your review isn’t far off from the reviews I really enjoy. Cheers
No worries at all. We love hearing from our viewers either way. In truth, our acting is a bit rubbish. :) Thanks Stefan. We appreciate you taking an interest. Have a great weekend.
haha, we aren't sure if they gave them water, but time will tell if their new infotainment system and other electronics will withstand the test of time. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for watching. Between the 5.7% increase in horsepower and then the additional torque as well, we were quite pleased with the improvements on the 2022 GTI.
Thanks for the reply. According to VW, the 2022 GTI has a 0 to 60 time of 6.2 seconds which is even longer than the mrk7. What is interesting though, is the car as a whole gives a better driving experience. The 2022 lap time at Volkswagen’s Ehra test facility was 4 seconds faster. Thanks for keeping the conversation going. Do you drive a mrk7?
Yea. We’ve heard that a fair bit. Here in Canada it’s illegal to mark up a car over MSRP. It sounds like things are different in the U.S. It sounds like automotive brands are starting to react, but we will see if they do anything. Fingers crossed.
Well, let's be honest, 47 is the new 20. Using that poor maths, you aren't old. But, you are right, the GTI is awesome. At this point, there is a likelihood that you will receive a 2024. Even better! Thanks for watching!
Volkswagen really diluted the hot hatch formula. An electronic parking brake? Seriously? That’s sacrilege! Capacitive touch buttons? Really?! No volume knob? For real?! No illuminated instrument slider buttons? WTF? Non-removable front headrests?? What are y’all thinking!!!???
That electronic parking break seems to becoming the norm. It’s too bad. As the lads on The Grand Tour argued against them because of it was the end of the power slide. Too bad.
The temperature controls are not an issue, all you got to say is, hey Volkswagen temperature 22 and so on, the voice will say no problem setting temperature. You can even ask it to turn on the heated seats and heated steering wheel. Don’t have to touch anything. Problem solved.
Gwent, thanks for watching and commenting. That is true on the Performance trim level but unfortunately the climate controls can not be controlled by voice via other trim levels. Really though, it’s not a big issue going into the screen. Thanks again.
Should of never drifted from the Mk5 formula. It needs handbrake and simplicity, a car for all people, not old people that needs to adapt to technology
I couldn’t agree anymore the shift knob looks really stupid I have had Manny golf GTIs and I was really disappointed at the design of the DSG shift gear
Thanks for the comment. It seems that going with a manual is the best solution for the GTI. Great car, but the stick looks much better than the nub. But what did you think of our acting? That’s the real question. :)
I think the age question did not mean older people shouldn't drive sports cars or fun cars, they should be able to afford a fancier car. The GTI was considered low end or entry level. In their mind you should be going Audi or genesis
Haha. We regret to inform you that Dolphin Grey is the best colour for the GTI. IN HISTORY! Haha. It also happens to be the colour Jared chose for his GTI. He made me say all this.
Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. We apologize for making you second guess your GTI purchase. Rest assured, here at Hood Slappers, at least Jared thinks the GTI is timeless. Brad disagrees, but Brad also drives a 2010 Corolla. We say go for it! 50 is the new 20 after all! :)
jason petersen I am 55, retiring in two years and looking at buying a new GTI. Never ruin something you are looking forward to because of what someone else says. There are sheep and wolves in life. Be a wolf and march to your own drum. Get out there and buy that GTI. You are not old, nor will you be weird. You will be happy and having a hell of a lot of fun.
We love that! That’s all the motivation anyone needs. Thank you for sharing. We hope you find the perfect GTI for yourself as well. They really are brilliant cars. :)
love the GTi !!! I traded in a mk 7.5 for a Tacoma worst thing I ever done. I will be getting a mk 8. You never to old for a gti. Truck are boring and gas hogs.
What a difference from a truck to GTI and Visa-versa. The 8 is fantastic. If you loved your 7.5 you’ll love the 8. All the best. And hey, we all make mistakes. :)
You mean the only gas in VW’s after 2028 will be from its drivers only? Ha. It’s actually quite sad that 2024 is the last year of the stock for VW. Would that turn you off of VW as a driver?
Haha. He does look a bit of a nerd. He doesn’t hate cars though. Compared to the Carking 10, it probably looks like everyone hates cars. Thanks for watching.
Never too old for a GTI 😤
Thank you so much for watching. We completely agree with you David. Do you drive a GTI?
@@HoodSlappersOfficial Not yet! I've had 2 GTI's, an R32, a Golf, and a GLI. Just sold my 2010 Corolla S for over $8k and trying to get into a Nardo, I mean Moonstone, Grey SE, it's tough though!!
The Moonstone looks great. Very similar to VWs Pure Grey you will find on the GLI or Cross Sport. Congrats on the big money from your Corolla. Best of luck on the car hunt and thanks for watching and keeping the conversation going.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial got my Moonstone SE yesterday 😃 It’s amazing!!
Amazing!!!!! Congratulations David. Remember now, with great power comes great responsibility. :). Enjoy it! Just in time for spring.
I’m 38yo and a first time GTI owner. I get more attention in the GTI than my Mustang GT. With all the random people waving and acknowledging me, I thought there was a GTI wave, like being on a motorcycle or Jeep Wrangler. I love my 23 GTI-S. It’s the best car I’ve ever owned. The new MK8 is sleeker and meaner than any previous GTI before. The infotainment system is easy to use and becomes very familiar with the few drives.
As far as we know there is no official wave, that’s not to say that it doesn’t happen. Especially when you’re driving in the newer and very noticeable mk8 body style. It is a brilliant machine and checks every box. Enjoy your GTI. You deserve it.
I’m 58 & just bought my first GTI because I’m short & like small cars. The fun factor is just icing on the cake. And it *is* fun!
58 and this is your first?! You’ll have one regret, waiting this long to get one. :)
Enjoy every journey and try not to speed too much. Thanks for watching Katie. We appreciate it. Merry Christmas
@@HoodSlappersOfficial Believe me, I’ve been saying that I could have been doing this for decades !!!!!! Lol.
Haha. Well enjoy it Katie. You deserve it.
82 years old and have owned three GTIs and a GLI. Can’t seem to find an R so I guess another GTI is in my future.
Wow. That’s amazing. I think you win Gary. Thank you so much for sharing. R or GTI, both are absolutely fantastic. Best of luck with your next GTI. Thanks again for sharing and of course, thanks for watching.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial The GTI/GLI have been good cars for me. I am 6’3” and there is plenty of room to drive, but the entry/egress is an issue. That dammed B pillar gets in the way. Whatever happened to two door cars? Both are tuned however so the 320 hp allows me to keep up with traffic.
Gary, this is amazing. You’re what many wish to be. Don’t ever stop doing what makes you happy. We hope to hear from you again. In the meantime, just watch that B pillar. :)
Thank you for sharing Gary!! I salute you sir. Just bought mk8 GTI 2 weeks ago 😎
I'm in VW sales and over half of my GTI customers are over the age of 50. Nobody is too old for a GTI.
Oh nice. You tell them age is just a number and to enjoy their new GTI. It’s a brilliant machine.
that's odd lol they prob drove the mk1
@@Somewondude Every one of them has a story about a classic VW whether it's a Beetle or an old MK1 GTI or Scirocco. it makes it fun
Ha. Im in my 40s and just bought a MK8 and love it. In Europe, everyone of all ages drive GTIs - its the every man's car. They are sensible.
Thanks for watching and sharing. The Mk8 is a great choice. Is this your first GTI?
Over 40 here. Got rid of an S4 and waiting on an R. Get and enjoy whatever car suits you. Don't feel like you need to conform to someone else's perception.
Amen to that bbpearl8120! The new GolfR is really quite good. You will definitely enjoy it. Thanks for watching and sharing. We appreciate it
I own a 2022 Autobahn in the US and in the US it is the highest trim. Also with the price north of $40K for the Autobahn, young kids can’t really afford this thing, so it’s up to 47 year olds like me to enjoy this thing,
Hey don’t kid yourself. 47 is the new 20. :) Enjoy your MK8. It’s a great car. Thanks for checking us out.
At 76 have been enjoying my 2017 Mark 7 since new. By far, the most fun wheels I have ever owned. Been eye balling the new 2022, but will stay on the sidelines to see what VW does with a refresh to address some driver interface issues. Also will wait on the supply challenge to heal up so I have more flexibility with available colors/options. For right now, it’s a total enjoyment.
That sounds fantastic. Don’t ever stop having fun on wheels Neil. The 2022’s look exciting but obviously have their challenges. If you order a 22 it might turn out to be a 23 anyway. Ha. Jared should be getting his 2022 GTI soon, so he will post his thoughts. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Just wondering … anyone have opinions about the Mazda 3 Hatch turbo verses the GTI?
First thing that comes to our mind is the space you get in the GTI compared to a Mazda3. The GTI has a ton more passenger volume and feels less crowded. Mazda does have some nice interiors though
Well Neil, I’m 78. And have a 2019 MK 7.5 dsg (my stick shift are over) and I gotta tell ya that this car is the most fun of all the cars I have owned in my life ! I have had many, many cars 🚗. We’re never too old to appreciate good engineering, and fun 🤩. RickGTI…..🇺🇸🌴
We love this. You old guys are the best. ;). Seriously though, thanks for sharing your comments. We hope you enjoyed the video.
54 and loving my Mk 7.5 GTI SE DSG
Well, you aren’t old at all David. :). Thanks for watching. Brilliant car you have. Enjoy every drive with it and have a wonderful new year.
58 and I'll be buying one in a couple months. There is a 65 year old woman in town that I've seen driving every iteration of GTI for the last 20 years, and I just saw her scootin along in 2023 R a couple days ago.
That’s amazing. Good for her and good for you! Nobody is too old for a GTI or R. It’s a rubbish thing to say and we GTI drivers need to stick together. Enjoy yours. They are awesome.
Good review but I disagree on the age. I am 58 years old and I just took delivery of a 2022 GTI 6-speed manual Autobahn which is my third GTI. I love the GTI and I hope to be driving one until God's ready for me. Age is just a number! I feel as young as my 2022 GTI!
Whoa whoa whoa! Wait just a minute! That’s Jareds car! How did you get yours already? What colour did you decide on?
We completely agree on the age thing. You keep driving until Gods ready. Hopefully you can get a few more GTI’s before then. :)
Thanks for checking out our channel Kevin.
I’m 65 and thinking of getting one
It is in our professional opinion that you must! It’s a brilliant machine. Fast, fun, and looks great! Thanks for watching!
@@HoodSlappersOfficial 😄😄👍
At 69 years old I ordered a 2023 GTi. Age is irrelevant, car guys come in all sizes and ages.
Well said! Thanks for watching. You will absolutely love your new GTI. What trim level did you go with?
I’m 61 and I look damn good driving my Tornado Red GTI.
Amazing! Thanks for sharing AJ. Don’t ever stop. Forever Young!!!!
Purchased my 2016 MK7 GTI brand new. I’m 32 years old and love driving it everyday. It’s the perfect daily driver. You are never “too old” to drive a Golf GTI. It’s a classless car with a timeless design.
I will never understand American’s obsession with image. Saying that hatchbacks are juvenile or only for specific age groups. This is completely untrue. Some people just don’t want to give up having a fun daily driver. In this world of boring crossovers and soulless EV’s, it’s nice to have something fun and familiar.
Thank you so much for watching, and we couldn’t agree more. It’s a timeless car and everyone needs to drive one at least once in their lifetime. Keep on driving vr6gls. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Would you consider a MK8?
@@HoodSlappersOfficial I would consider an MK8 Golf R. Probably not the GTI though.
Well good news! We have a Golf R review in the mix. Stay tuned. Thanks for keeping the conversation going. :)
@@HoodSlappersOfficial I look forward to watching your Golf R review. 👍
Thank you so much. Much appreciated
I've been a huge fan of GTI's and Golf's in general ever since I was a child. To date, I've owned 1 Mk5 Rabbit, 1 Mk7 Golf Sportwagen and 2 GTI's. Currently, I drive a 2022 MK8 GTI and love it!! Spectacular review guys. Let me fill you in on what GTI means, a lot of people ask this question and it's not something VW really advertises so I don't blame you for not knowing. GTI simply stands for Grand Touring (or Tourer) Injection. It's basically a term to signify direct fuel injected engines and the naming "GTI" has actually been used across many brands over the years and the very first manufacturer to use it was Maserati. However, VW popularized it 1976 with the very first GTI! Now, the term GTI is synonymous with a Golf. They no longer need to use "Golf" or "Rabbit" in the naming scheme for a GTI because when people hear GTI, they know it's a golf! At this point, no other manufacturer really uses the term because everyone knows what a true GTI is!! Hope that helps :)
We absolutely love this comment and we love your enthusiasm even more. Thanks for sharing. It is always so great hearing from our viewers. Hopefully you enjoyed it.
I'm 41 and the Mk8 is my 4th GTI! I tried to give it up. I had a 2010 VW CC, which I loved btw. But I missed the GTI too much. Once they came out with 4 doors I traded in for a Mk7! I will never make that mistake again! GTI for life!
That’s amazing. What was your first GTI, and how are you liking the MK8? They are absolutely brilliant car. Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment. We appreciate it.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial My first GTI was a 2002 1.8t. I absolutely loved that car! I also had an 06 and a 2017. The new one is my favorite, but the 1.8t will always hold a special spot in my heart. You always remember your first!
Thanks for sharing. We love hearing stuff like this. Enjoy your new one. They are brilliant machines. Here’s to the next one! :)
Never to old for a gti! I’m 30 and just bought the mk8 gti se 6 speed. I’m obsessed! Plan on having this car for 8-10 years 🤘🏻
That’s amazing. What’s your favourite part about it. This won’t be your last one either. We promise. :) Thanks for checking out our channel.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial can I say everything? Lol I even like all the Haptic Touch stuff 😬
@@ryanbachman380 haha! Hey, we love your honesty. They actually work pretty great aside from accidentally hitting your heated steering wheel by accident in the summer. It really is a great machine. Fun to drive!
@@HoodSlappersOfficial very true. Fun to drive and it’s a hood Turner
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you guys are crazy I'm 61 and purchased a 2023 6 MT - I'm having a blast!
61???? That’s still young. :). Enjoy the GTI. It is absolutely brilliant and thank you so much for watching.
I’m 43 and today I bought my first GTI MK8 40th edition!!! Finally it happen and I love everything about it!! I’ve always wanted a GTI since i was a young teen! It’s my “attainable dream car”
That 40th is sweet. It’s like a life sized hot wheel and has a few great additions that the base model doesn’t have, and even a few that the Autobahn (in Canada) doesn’t have.
Enjoy your sweet ride Sulley.
I just talked to a couple that came in, in a 2022 GTI. They said it had constant electrical gremlins and it bothered them that it would slam on the brakes if there's a pile of leaves on the side of the road and the only thing good about it is the back up camera.
Thank you for sharing and for watching too! :) VW is expecting an update on the GTI to tackle some of these issues. It’s been a long time in the making so hopefully it will be here soon.
I am 78 and ordered my first GTi MK8 back in 2nd July 2021 - still no sign of a delivery date though!
Absolutely brilliant. We love hearing this. Congratulations on your GTI. Jared ordered his in June of 21. He has an ETA of June 2022. We will see. You will absolutely love it. You most certainly deserve it Brian.
I’m 59 and I ordered my Mk8GTi back in May 21 still no sign of it. Hopefully it will be here in a few months I’m a better and faster driver than I was in my 20s/30s must be all the track days I do, you are only as old as you feel and I feel 25 😜
Thank you so much. We completely agree. Hopefully you get it soon so you can enjoy it for the summer. Jared ordered his in June of 2021. He is still waiting. What track to you go to?
In 1972 I bought a BMW 2002 and drove it until 1985. Fabulous car (when it wasn't in the shop, which was frequently). Since then I've driven nothing but Jeep Cherokees and Nissan Frontiers. A year ago, at 71 years old, I had a strong urge to get back into a sporty car with a stick (mid-life/late-life crisis?). I bought a 2021 GTI SE with a manual transmission. Great car...accelerates like a rocket ship. Most fun since my BMW. Hopefully the sunroof won't leak...I've seen lots of complaints about it on various VW forums.
Alan, thank you for sharing your story mate. We love hearing stuff like this and are thrilled you are enjoying your GTI. They are absolutely brilliant. Most leaks on VWs are on their full rail2rail roofs, but you still see the odd one leak without. Hoping nothing but the best for you. Thanks again and thanks for watching.
At around 8:24 as you were coming to a stop, when you were completely stopped to speedometer was still showing 2, then 1 mph before it went to zero but you were stopped. Is there an issue with speedo accuracy?
Thanks for watching and for taking a moment to comment. We hadn't noticed that. It was certainly a very slow rolling stop as the camera car was in front of us. Jared himself owns a MK8 GTI and has had no issues with the accuracy of the speedometer.
Hopefully this helps a bit. Thanks again for checking out our channel. We love hearing from viewers.
I had a 1978 Rabbit when I emigrated to Canada in 1982. Great car. Nice to see the rabbit is still on the road in a new guise as the GTI
Very cool! Would you happen to have any photo's of it? If so, we would love to see them. You can email them to info@hoodslappers.com. Thank you so much for watching!
I've just come across this review, and like many who have already commented, I disagree that the GTI should have a cut off age. I'm in my 5th decade now, and ever since I passed my driving test in the late 80's I've wanted a GTI, however, growing up on the other side of the pond (UK), owning, insuring and running a GTI was not attainable at the time.
Now, however, I have the funds to be able to do that, and my name is down for a 2023 GTI Autobahn (for the exact same reasons described in the video) - DIY gearbox, Atlantic Blue with the wheels, sounds and sunroof package (just wanted the upgraded stereo but unable to just get that - which is a shame in my opinion), delivery slated for this time next year, which will be ideal as the lease on my 2020 GLI will be coming to an end.
It is in my opinion, one of the best looking cars on the market, and I'm taking this opportunity to get a manual hatchback with enough licence losing power to enjoy. Also, and not mentioned in the video, the power is available running it on 87 Octane and with the way fuel prices are going, that will save a few $$$ at the pumps over the life of the car.
Chris, thank you so much for watching and for taking the time to comment. We love the feedback from everyone being in agreement that there is no age limit on the GTI. You are absolutely right. You must be excited to take delivery of your 2023. The wait will be long, but definitely worth it. Here in Canada the GTI is celebrating another decade, so we anticipate it will bring something special with the GTI. You sound like a true VW driver. We appreciate you checking out our channel. Hopefully you enjoyed our content. Come by and see us any time! Thanks Chris.
Chris, I agree with you, the GTi is truly a "classless" car in the sense that you can and will find in in a stable alongside a Lambo or a Rolls, or sharing a Garage with a minivan. It really is a car that is for all people!!! Heck Jeremy Clarkson had one and absolutely loved it as a daily.
I have been wanting this since the 80's also. I finally got a 2022 GTI Autobahn last week, drove 600 miles. I am 60 and this thing will make you act like a 20 year old, watch out.
Haha. That’s awesome. Keep driving that GTI and you may live forever. Thanks for checking us out. Enjoy the car
@@HoodSlappersOfficial alas my wait for a GTI will be a little longer than anticipated. I cancelled my order when lease rates went above 5%, and now they're sitting at close to 9% 👿 I've waited this long, another year or two is not going to make much difference, and I have my GLI to enjoy in the meantime. By the time the lease rates come down, I might be able to stretch the budget to an R 😉
GTI stands for “Grand Touring + Injection”
Thanks for watching. We appreciate it.
Nobody told Jeremy Clarkson that there was an age cutoff for the gti 😂
Shhh He doesn’t know. :)
Thanks for watching.
I placed an order for a Golf R over a year ago and have still to receive it. The dealer just called and informed me that the wit is undetermined and thus have a GTi that is unspoken for, would I like it... Is it a smart choice?
Normally, we would say a GTI is always a great choice. It’s a tough call when comparing the a GolfR though. The 4Motion is a big benefit. We would recommend driving a GTI first and see what you think. Jared has one. He loves it! He came from a Golf though. Thanks for the comment.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial Boys the issue is I wanted a fun “all rounder daily”. In Canada dealing with the winters the awd would be an advantage. Having a low 4sec 0-60 time would mean a great car for the occasional track day. Being a Golf super practical. I’m 52 years old, have a Land Rover Discovery and have had two Range Rovers before it. I want a fun daily and a car that wouldn’t make me look like a “yob” driving it. Test drove the Civic type R and yes it’s an amazing car, but I’m sorry, that car definitely has an age limit. The GTi and the R just seem to fly under the radar and appear to be the perfect “sleeper”. Am I wrong in thinking that? The offerings from BMW are nice, but “shouty”, they scream “hey look at me in my super cool BMW”!!! Merc, no, Audi, well that’s a lot more money for essentially a similar car to the R, but the R seems like more fun for less money. Now the GTi is the question mark. My dad owned one way back in the 80’s and I remember the whole family fighting for the keys because it was so much fun. The new one? That’s why I wanted your opinion.
Solid honest review from you guys. Really glad you didn’t just buy into the parroting people are doing about the infotainment. It’s actually a brilliant system 99.9% of the time.
I bought a 22 R recently, it’s my first VAG car and it’s easily the best car I’ve ever driven. These things really are awesome. My other toy is a 2002 WS6. That one is all done up though.
Thank you so much for commenting and watching. We appreciate your thoughts. That Golf R is a brilliant machine. Same screen as the GTI too. Have you had any issues at all? Jared picked his up on June and the only issue he’s had is with his SiriusXM radio. Otherwise, as you said, 99.9% of the time it works great.
Thanks again for saying hi and for checking out our content. Have a great week and no speeding tickets. :)
@@HoodSlappersOfficial haven’t had tickets in many years. I bracket race usually at a strip so I do my speeding legally… most of the time :P
I haven’t actually but if I’m being honest, I don’t use Sirius XM or the radio. I use Apple Music or just my phone’s playlist so, I can’t comment. But I have had no issues at all, it’s been wonderful. Mines a DSG.
Amazing. Well, drive safe out there and enjoy your GolfR. Here is to many miles ahead.
Jarad and Brad you two are awesome love the videos!
Thank you so much Jim. We appreciate the kind words and support. Most of all, thank you for watching.
Is this in Minnesota?
Thanks for checking out our channel. We are from Canada. Jared had been to Minnesota though. Amazing city.
Bought the S trim 3 days ago. Just love it.
Hope you’re enjoying yours as well.
Katie! Congratulations!!! What a car! Jared is enjoying his. He’s had it for a year now and is still in love. If he ever sees you on the road you have to either wave or flash your high beams.
Thanks for watching.
I have friends who ARE befudled by cell phones. The center cluster without knobs WOULD be an issue.
Thanks for watching. A good mix of both is always appreciated.
It will be tough to give up my 2019 GTI for the MK8 GTI. But plan to wait until 2024. If the auto indestery gets back to normal. Hope that 74 years old is not too old for the MK8 GTI. Your thoughts.
Mark! We say go for it! The GTI is for everyone. Waiting until 2024 might not be a bad idea. Right now things are a bit odd in the automotive world. Just stay away from the Corvette. ;)
You're never too old my friend I'm a junior 62 year geezer about to order an MK8 Autobahn stick in Moonstone grey
Amazing! We love the feedback from the Die Hards. Never too old. Thanks Emilio.
I'm 74 and have a new 2022 GTI 6spd in red. I've had VW manuals for more than ten years. If you love to drive and sometimes push some limits, you're not too old.
Fantastic! Don’t stop. Age is just a number. Then again so is a speeding ticket. :)
Thanks for watching.
Been daily driving a 2013 MK6 base GTI (that I bought new) for exactly 10 years now. About to surpass the 200,000 mile mark (322,000km) and it's been incredibly reliable and a pleasure to own and drive. The 204hp 2.0 burns 1 quart (0.9L) of oil every 8,000 miles (13,000km). Honestly, not too bad at all. I change the DSG fluid every 50-70K miles, although VW suggests more frequent changes. The OEM battery and two ignition coils...that's the sum total of parts that have failed on this car in 10 years. Last year I noticed the idle was getting rough, so I pulled the intake manifold, replaced the factory injectors with OEM units and cleaned the valves as they were horribly dirty (direction injection). The cleaner valves and new injectors made the car idle and run like new again. Very tempting to buy a new 2023+ GTI.
Wow. That car has treated you well. The same can be said for you. When you look after your car it will look after you. A good testimony of a great machine. The MK8’s are certainly different. You should at least go test drive one. Who knows, you may fall in love. Plus, depending on where you are from, VW may have complimentary maintenance for your VW loyalty. Take a break from repairs. :)
Thanks so much for writing and saying hello. Keep on driving mate.
GTI stands for Got Tossers Inside 😎
No completely wrong. In this case anyway. :)
I’m my mind, there is no age cut off. I drive a 2017 mark 7 and I’m 76!
We love that! Thank you so much for sharing. Keep on enjoying your GTI. Do you think you’ll be interested in the 2022 at all?
Honestly, I was interested in the 2022 and already looked at one. The massive change for the driver interface has turned me away for the time being. If Volkswagen does decide to make the necessary logical changes during the next couple of years then I will revisit. I also looked at a 2022 Mazda 3 turbo hatch and was very impressed. It’s somewhat different than the GTI, but the interior is first class and you get so much more for the money. If I absolutely needed a car right now, then I would have selected the Mazda over the new GTI.
Thank you for sharing Neil. We will have to review one!
I had two Sciroccos in my early twenties and would not have any issue with owning a GTI in my fifties 😃
What a cool car! And two of them! You’ve earned the right to own a GTI in your 50’s! :). Thanks so much for watching.
Same! I had a mk1 and mk2. I’m seriously thinking of ordering a mk8 GTI.
@@petebike me too I want VW!
Nice review. But I like the nugget gear selector, no need for a giant stick in an automatic.
Thanks so much! So, our Hollywood adventure scene didn't change you opinion on the gear selector? Back to acting classes for the guys then. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great weekend.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial it was hilarious though
Thank you for the kind words and for watching. :)
I'll soon be 62 and love my 2023 GTI 6MT - blah blah blah there is not age limit to fun!
A manual! Even better. Enjoy it and don’t worry about age. It’s just a number.
I'm 42 with a Golf R...I dont feel too old! And, I want to get the new GTI later this year. I'll be 43!
That’s amazing. Keep it up and don’t let anyone else tell you otherwise. What year is your GolfR?
@@HoodSlappersOfficial 2019, leased. I have to decide soon if I want to buy it out, or lease/buy a new GTI
Either way, both cars will be great. Just don’t wait too long. Jared ordered a GTI in June of 2021 and still hasn’t seen it. Best of luck. Hopefully everything works out. Stay young!
@Hood Slappers thanks! Keep up the good vids guys!
We promise we will.
Another great one guys! Keep up the good work.
Thank you thank you thank you. We are glad you enjoyed it. Good to hear from you again.
Actually, no it's not better.
I found a handful of the 2022s in my area, granted I live in NYC, already for sale.
Had a hunch. Called up the owners. Same response. The interior feels like hard plastic rental cars. But the biggest issue, we know what it is, that ridiculous info-tainment system with the lack of real buttons. While a couple mentioned the cheap interior. Every single one mentioned how miserably frustrating it was to use the info-tainment system. One guy almost broke down and cried over the phone when he told me that he had a chance to get a new MK7.5 for a good deal, but foolishly decided to wait and get the MK8 instead.
Hey thanks for the comment. Everyone has a favourite GTI. No doubt about it. The mk8 is not without its issues. The light at the end of the tunnel is that VW is bringing out a software update sometime in the first quarter of next year that will fix the biggest issue…that pesky screen. The slide and haptic controls are easy to use once you get the hang of it. All in all, it’s hard to go wrong with a GTI.
Thanks for watching. Did you end up buying a GTI?
I think I had to pay over MSRP for my outgoing 2020 I assume because the dealer knew the 2021 was a dud.
Can’t wait to see what colour Brads glasses will be in the next video !
Oh, they are the same glasses. New glasses are not in the budget. Brad uses several different coloured Sharpies to colour his glasses to make them look different. He calls it “an old showbiz trick”. Thanks for watching!
Pff never old enough for a GTI, I just turned 37 and got myself a slightly used MK7.5 Golf R 2019 with a 6Speed Manual. Planning to keep it until i'm 50 !!!. The GTI and the R are fantastic Hot Hatches and the Golf R is pretty much a must for Quebec winters and the only AWD Hatch you can buy with a Manual #savethemanuals. Looking forward to see your MK8 Golf R review, please get the 6Speed if you can :D
Everything you said here is bang on. Thanks for sharing. We definitely have a GolfR review in the works, and yes, it is a manual. :)
Enjoy your mk7.5. It’s a brilliant machine. Age is just a number! Thanks again for watching and have a great day! Stay warm.
The Mk8 GTI has more power? The Mk7.5 GTI and the Mk8 GTI have the same power… You showed a mK7.5 GTI @ 1:08 too but they are the same!
Dave, thanks for watching. The 2021 Mk7.5 has 228hp and 258lb-ft of torque. The 2022 Mk8 has more sitting at 241hp and 273lb-ft of torque. VW tested them both on their Ehra test facility and the mk8 was 4 seconds faster. Hopefully this clears things up. We appreciate you reaching out.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial not in Australia. The mk7.5 GTI has 180kw /241hp and the mk8 has 180kw or 241hp. We actually got the mk7.5 engine in our mk8 GTIs as we didn’t get the PPF / OPF over here due to the sulpher content in our fuel. Good content though. Keep up the good work
Really? That’s very interesting. Thanks for sharing. We appreciate the comment and for checking us out. Make sure you tell all your friends in Australia about us. :)
My 5 decade anniversary of life this month. My 4th GTI is due to arrive by the end of the month as well. Not a Corvette, but heh, it is the poor man's Porsche so I guess you really can't outgrow the GTI.
We love it Brian. Thank you for sharing. Never too old, never too young. Enjoy it! You deserve it as you seem to be an avid GTI driver. What year were for other GTI’s? Oh, and happiest of birthdays!
@@HoodSlappersOfficial 98, 11, 16, and soon to be 22.
Never had a mk2 but there was something about the round headlights that I wish they would bring back in a retro version. Even better, make it a retro Wolfsburg edition and add driving/fog lights up front.
Very cool Brian. That’s a great list. We hope you enjoy your 22 just as much as all the others.
48 years old and waiting on my MK8 GTI 40th Anniversary Edition
Oh nice. That is a rare bird. Won’t be too many of those to dish out. Hopefully everything works out. Just make sure you let us review it. :)
Lol. "Hood Slappers" would be a naughty website over in the UK.
Haha. It works on so many levels. We have probably disappointed a lot of people when they go to our channel expecting something different. Thanks for checking us out.
Now 68 years old and I enjoy driving my Golf GTI 8. Before that, Golf GTI 6 and 7.
That’s fantastic. We want to know out of the 6,7 and 8, which GTI has been your favourite?
I'm 40 in my 3rd GTI !!! LOL 👊🏼 I'll stop buying them when VW stops making them 🤷🏻♂️
3rd GTI?! That’s fantastic. Having been the owner of three GTI’s, we would love to know which has been your favourite so far and why.
We hope VW never stops making them. They are absolutely brilliant cars. Thank you for watching.
I'm 61, and I've always wanted a GTI. I have a 2022 C300 4Matic. I want the GTI to be my backup car.
Never too old! The beauty of the GTI is that they are all great. It doesn't have to be a 2022. If you get a used one we would always suggest having the turbo looked at in detail and if it has a moon roof/sunroof check if there is a recall for leaks. If everything checks out, you will be on the road enjoying every mile.
Thanks for saying hello.
I’m 56 and my first GTI was a brand new 1987 GTI 16V. After that I owned two 1984 Rabbit GTI’s plus other VW’s including a scirocco 16V. Today I own a 2010 GTI with a 6-speed manual. If I could afford a new GTI it would not be the latest one with the dumb “haptic” buttons.
With all those GTI’s they should be giving you one for free. :) Hopefully the day will come when you will get a new one. The haptic buttons are easy to navigate. Only a few times does the heated steering wheel turn on in the summer.
Thanks for watching Carl. Have a great day
Being in Ontario Canada, we get a bit of snow during winter. How is the GTI in the snow and would you recommend the manual or automatic? Even with the weird shifter knob in the auto?
Great question. It doesn’t have the 4Motion all wheel drive like the GolfR, but with a good set of snow tires the GTI is still very good in the snow. And because of snow, we would recommend the manual. :). There won’t be many manuals in the future so we would partly suggest going that route for a chance to drive a manual on last time, the other reason being it’s a fun manual to drive. Very smooth, 6 gears, a Golf ball feel shift knob. There is something about it that is so fantastic.
The DSG is faster and will cause less issue in stop and go traffic, but that manual is well worth the few stop go situation. Plus it gives a little grunt when put into 1st gear. Who doesn’t like that?
Thanks for watching.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial Thanks so much for the feedback
Any time Darryl. All the best with the GTI. Our understanding is that it’s a 12 month wait, but worth the wait. Have fun and drive safe out there.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial I pick up my GTI tomorrow!!!....at 48 years old...never too old
Amazing. Just in time for spring. You must be absolutely thrilled.
Did have a mk7 gti got a new mk8 now sold it and got a 2017 mk7 again a lot better then a mk 8 will never sell it !!!
Really?! Wow! Thanks for letting us know. We are very curious, what do you like better about the mk7? Thanks for commenting and for watching our video.
Hope you didn't lose your shirt, but not at all surprised.
Hilarious bit with the shifter!
Thank you so much. We are a little late for this years Oscar’s but hopefully we are nominated for next year. Ha. Thanks again and have a great weekend.
Love! the getaway scene down to the Giorgio Moroder 70’s type sound track 😂 and as for being old yea I’m currently one with a MK7 now and will be seriously considering the new Golf R MK8 or a used 2019. I personally feel the GTI is probably the only fun car in this category that a 50 or 60 something yr old can drive comfortably but the Type R and Si is definitely a 30 something cutoff due to its very immature boy racerish looks while the Golf’s are so understated and mature looking the old timers 👴 can drive them.
Haha, thank you so much for sharing. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t drive a GTI! 🙂 They are exactly as you describe them. They look unassuming but drive brilliantly. We have a GolfR review in the works so stay tuned for that one. Have a great weekend.
Being old and still caring what people think would suuuuuuuck.
Definitely not something we would even worry about on our death beds. Why worry now then? Live your life! :)
I’m 50 and no longer need my suv. I want something light, manual transmission and fun! The gti fits the bill 👍🏼. Had a manual Jetta in my youth and miss that go cart feel. Really want the 2022 R but dang. Hard to find, dealer mark up and used more than a new one !?! I’ll wait a few months to see if prices settle down.
GTI is the way to go. The R, as great as it is, would be amazing and will offer more than most people would ever need in the sense of power and control. The GTI is that perfect balance of speed, handling, all while having a very similarity equipped interior to the R. For the money, GTI all the way. Thanks for watching.
Great review! I’m also Jared and I’m in my mid 30’s. I’m getting the performance GTi in Moonstone Grey. It’ll be arriving sometime in July-August. So excited for it.
Thank you so much. You old guys need to stick together. ;). Thanks for the comment and for watching. Enjoy your GTI. It really is a great vehicle.
New to this channel, I like the personalities but if I could provide some constructive criticism as someone who is addicted to car reviews on UA-cam. I felt that there was to much banter in the car without showing more b-roll of the car. Having the banter is perfectly fine but switch up camera angles a bit while doing so. If you talk about seats show some footage of the seats etc. hope you know what I mean anyways great video I’ve been looking for a review of a black gti for quite sometime as it’s a colour I’m definitely favouring on it.
Thank you so much Stefan. We appreciate your feedback and for taking an interest in our channel. We are always open to hear from our viewers.
We are also thrilled that you found us. The black is a great choice indeed. There are several other great colour choices too. Finding the perfect colour may be tough.
Thanks again Stefan.
Thanks for watching. In our defence, we received our acting degrees from the back of a place mat. :)
@@HoodSlappersOfficial the bad acting comment was a bit harsh. I never mentioned bad acting. I just want more footage of the car while you guys are speaking. Do that and your review isn’t far off from the reviews I really enjoy. Cheers
No worries at all. We love hearing from our viewers either way. In truth, our acting is a bit rubbish. :) Thanks Stefan. We appreciate you taking an interest. Have a great weekend.
Has VW finally figured out the electrical Gremlins? Did they finally give them water?
haha, we aren't sure if they gave them water, but time will tell if their new infotainment system and other electronics will withstand the test of time. Thanks for watching!
228 to 241 hp is a huge increase?
Thanks for watching. Between the 5.7% increase in horsepower and then the additional torque as well, we were quite pleased with the improvements on the 2022 GTI.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial 0 to 60 the same.
Thanks for the reply. According to VW, the 2022 GTI has a 0 to 60 time of 6.2 seconds which is even longer than the mrk7. What is interesting though, is the car as a whole gives a better driving experience. The 2022 lap time at Volkswagen’s Ehra test facility was 4 seconds faster. Thanks for keeping the conversation going. Do you drive a mrk7?
@@HoodSlappersOfficial I used to. But when used car market exploded I traded it in. I may get a mk 8. I do like it. Right now they are too marked up.
Yea. We’ve heard that a fair bit. Here in Canada it’s illegal to mark up a car over MSRP. It sounds like things are different in the U.S. It sounds like automotive brands are starting to react, but we will see if they do anything. Fingers crossed.
Grand Touring Injection boys.....
They aren’t the smartest bunch are they? :)
will be 80 in may 2023 i drive a mk 7 gti
Don’t ever stop. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. The question is, how fast have you gone in it?
Found this nice and funny !
Thank you so very much. We hope you enjoyed it. We appreciate you checking out our channel.
Disagree. I'm 47 years old and just ordered a 2023 GTI. Why? Because it's AWESOME! 😆
Well, let's be honest, 47 is the new 20. Using that poor maths, you aren't old. But, you are right, the GTI is awesome. At this point, there is a likelihood that you will receive a 2024. Even better! Thanks for watching!
Volkswagen really diluted the hot hatch formula.
An electronic parking brake? Seriously? That’s sacrilege!
Capacitive touch buttons? Really?!
No volume knob? For real?!
No illuminated instrument slider buttons? WTF?
Non-removable front headrests?? What are y’all thinking!!!???
That electronic parking break seems to becoming the norm. It’s too bad. As the lads on The Grand Tour argued against them because of it was the end of the power slide. Too bad.
The temperature controls are not an issue, all you got to say is, hey Volkswagen temperature 22 and so on, the voice will say no problem setting temperature. You can even ask it to turn on the heated seats and heated steering wheel. Don’t have to touch anything. Problem solved.
Gwent, thanks for watching and commenting. That is true on the Performance trim level but unfortunately the climate controls can not be controlled by voice via other trim levels.
Really though, it’s not a big issue going into the screen.
Thanks again.
Should of never drifted from the Mk5 formula. It needs handbrake and simplicity, a car for all people, not old people that needs to adapt to technology
We love the Mk8 but do agree with you on the hand brake. Pulling into the laneway on a snowy day isn’t the same anymore with the electronic e-brake.
I couldn’t agree anymore the shift knob looks really stupid I have had Manny golf GTIs and I was really disappointed at the design of the DSG shift gear
Thanks for the comment. It seems that going with a manual is the best solution for the GTI. Great car, but the stick looks much better than the nub. But what did you think of our acting? That’s the real question. :)
GTI Grand Touring Injected
Thank you so much for watching.
I think the age question did not mean older people shouldn't drive sports cars or fun cars, they should be able to afford a fancier car. The GTI was considered low end or entry level. In their mind you should be going Audi or genesis
Edward,
Interesting perspective! See, this is why we love hearing from viewers! What Audi would you suggest Jared buys?
Oh and #ForGodSakeLetBradDrive
Haha. We are working on it.
Sexy. Although I’ve heard the new dolphin grey colour is a major flop.
Haha. We regret to inform you that Dolphin Grey is the best colour for the GTI. IN HISTORY! Haha. It also happens to be the colour Jared chose for his GTI. He made me say all this.
You guys ruined the gti for me. Im almost 50 and was going to buy one in the spring....am I going to be that old weird guy ?
Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. We apologize for making you second guess your GTI purchase. Rest assured, here at Hood Slappers, at least Jared thinks the GTI is timeless. Brad disagrees, but Brad also drives a 2010 Corolla. We say go for it! 50 is the new 20 after all! :)
jason petersen I am 55, retiring in two years and looking at buying a new GTI. Never ruin something you are looking forward to because of what someone else says. There are sheep and wolves in life. Be a wolf and march to your own drum. Get out there and buy that GTI. You are not old, nor will you be weird. You will be happy and having a hell of a lot of fun.
We love that! That’s all the motivation anyone needs. Thank you for sharing. We hope you find the perfect GTI for yourself as well. They really are brilliant cars. :)
You want the R model... R is for Retired :)
If you're modifying. Get a 7.
Thanks for watching! Have you tuned a mark 7? We would love to hear what you’ve done. Thanks again for watching and for taking the time to comment
That transmission really is as dinky as it looks.
Hard Rubbermaid plastic throughout the interior!!!
Jared picked up a manual. What a ride. Makes the car more fun.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial absolutely!
My GTI is NOT sophomore! There’s just nothing else like it. And far more grown up women should be buying them.
They are absolutely brilliant. How long have you been a GTI owner?
Thanks so much for watching Katie.
@@HoodSlappersOfficial About 4 months. Has Jason gotten his yet?
Jared did get his. It was a year wait, but certainly worth it. He picked it up last June. Just in time for summer
love the GTi !!! I traded in a mk 7.5 for a Tacoma worst thing I ever done. I will be getting a mk 8. You never to old for a gti. Truck are boring and gas hogs.
What a difference from a truck to GTI and Visa-versa. The 8 is fantastic. If you loved your 7.5 you’ll love the 8. All the best. And hey, we all make mistakes. :)
I’m 40 and getting my first GTI. Aging is for idiots.
Preach it! Enjoy it. What a brilliant car.
Sus. Keep your MK7's guys.
Thanks for watching!
Unfortunately 2024 will be the last year for manual gti or golf r. By 2028 all vw will be electric.
Its over for g a s vehicles
You mean the only gas in VW’s after 2028 will be from its drivers only? Ha.
It’s actually quite sad that 2024 is the last year of the stock for VW. Would that turn you off of VW as a driver?
The GTI cutoff is 40???👎🤔😱
Haha. Agreed!
Thanks for watching. We hope you enjoyed it
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Thanks for watching Oli!
Boring cabin. No buttons "shortcuts".
Don’t tell Jared that. He can’t take his back now! :). Thanks for watching! Have a great day!
You carry a German flag, but still call it a Volks+Wagon 😒
You don’t think we carry a German flag everywhere we go do you? Thanks for watching.
GTI=grand touring injection
Volks”way”gen
Thank “you” for watching!
picky picky picky
Thanks for watching! Who’s picky? :)
The 8 is not better, period, your hood slap is worthless if you don’t tell like it is.
Thanks for watching!
other than the interior tech the mrk8 is better in every other aspect..that's how it is
the nerd in the glasses seems like he hates cars. Not sure why he’s doing car reviews.
Haha. He does look a bit of a nerd. He doesn’t hate cars though. Compared to the Carking 10, it probably looks like everyone hates cars.
Thanks for watching.