[1skibum]

Hi guys, I've been looking for a CPO 335xi with a 6 speed for a long time now and haven't found anything. I'm thinking about getting a R to replace my GLI since a new 340xi isn't in my budget. I was looking at ordering an STI Limited, but I don't think I'd like the stiff suspension and boy racer look even though I'm 24 years old. I'm an accountant so I also don't know what clients would think lol. What are your thoughts on the R? Thanks!

[wdb]

2016 WRX can be had with a very non-boyracerish rear spoiler. Just sayin'.

[DocWeatherington]

I think they are great cars.. tons of bang for your buck... An the interior isn't low rent, nor are the features/design cheap feeling.

But... a big butt...

and then you have

[1skibum]

Originally Posted by wdb

2016 WRX can be had with a very non-boyracerish rear spoiler. Just sayin'.

Haha i agree. In mostly concerned about quality and ride quality which the suby doesn't have either. I'd never buy a ford...

[Torgus]

My vote is keep looking for the bmw. I wouldn't drive the golf and the subis still have glass engines afaik.

[1skibum]

Originally Posted by Torgus

My vote is keep looking for the bmw. I wouldn't drive the golf and the subis still have glass engines afaik.

Haha why not? I don't 100% like the idea of a hatchback but I'm trying to talk myself into it

[Torgus]

Originally Posted by 1skibum

Haha why not? I don't 100% like the idea of a hatchback but I'm trying to talk myself into it

VWs are for girls and hipsters!

Wrx and sti scream boy racer.

Get the bmw

[1skibum]

Originally Posted by Torgus

VWs are for girls and hipsters!

Wrx and sti scream boy racer.

Get the bmw

Yeah...I agree haha. The other thing I left out is I'm a 24 year old staff accountant for a large public accounting firm. I made a comment about wanting a BMW and a coworker made a comment along the lines of 'they must have raised the starting salary since I started' so I thought I should wait a few years before getting one. They don't know my financial situation or that I'm a car enthusiast though.

[Torgus]

Originally Posted by 1skibum

Yeah...I agree haha. The other thing I left out is I'm a 24 year old staff accountant for a large public accounting firm. I made a comment about wanting a BMW and a coworker made a comment along the lines of 'they must have raised the starting salary since I started' so I thought I should wait a few years before getting one. They don't know my financial situation or that I'm a car enthusiast though.

I get shit at work all the time for owning 3 bmws. People are just jealous. Ignore them.

[McBride]

There's quite a few golf Rs near me, I live in a town centre and on a Friday/Saturday night I see all of them driving like idiots every weekend without fail.
Infact any time of day I don't think I've ever seen one being driven sensibly. They are definitely the "in" car for the boy racer who can afford something more than a corsa.

Personally given the choice I would go for the S3 sedan. Or stick to looking for a BMW.
If your looking for a golf sized car, what's wrong with the 135? Not a car you see often

[McBride]

Originally Posted by 1skibum

Yeah...I agree haha. The other thing I left out is I'm a 24 year old staff accountant for a large public accounting firm. I made a comment about wanting a BMW and a coworker made a comment along the lines of 'they must have raised the starting salary since I started' so I thought I should wait a few years before getting one. They don't know my financial situation or that I'm a car enthusiast though.

I've always had that. I'm only 25.

My senior engineer winges like mad that posh cars are unnecessary (she drives a fiesta). THe fact is I enjoy driving my car so I'm prepared to spend a larger proportion of my salary owning one.

[Pig Farmer]

Originally Posted by 1skibum

Yeah...I agree haha. The other thing I left out is I'm a 24 year old staff accountant for a large public accounting firm. I made a comment about wanting a BMW and a coworker made a comment along the lines of 'they must have raised the starting salary since I started' so I thought I should wait a few years before getting one. They don't know my financial situation or that I'm a car enthusiast though.

Fuck your coworkers. Let them think you negotiated a better starting salary than them. Besides, you can't take your clients to lunch (or a strip club) in a VW. If you want to be a partner someday, start acting like one. Just make sure you know your shit and get your work done.

[Nitrousbird]

Originally Posted by 1skibum

I'd never buy a ford...

I'm not a fan of most Ford products, but you are coming off like a stuck up douche bag.

Regardless, you are considering a FWD car. Don't. Well, if you are the douche bag that I'm guessing you are, then please buy a FWD car. It will be great!

[1skibum]

Originally Posted by Nitrousbird

I'm not a fan of most Ford products, but you are coming off like a stuck up douche bag.

Regardless, you are considering a FWD car. Don't. Well, if you are the douche bag that I'm guessing you are, then please buy a FWD car. It will be great!

Whoa sorry I didn't mean to come off as a d-bag. I've never been a fan of Fords as I've always driven German cars. Again, sorry if I offended you in any way.

[fcman]

Originally Posted by 1skibum

Yeah...I agree haha. The other thing I left out is I'm a 24 year old staff accountant for a large public accounting firm. I made a comment about wanting a BMW and a coworker made a comment along the lines of 'they must have raised the starting salary since I started' so I thought I should wait a few years before getting one. They don't know my financial situation or that I'm a car enthusiast though.

Senior members at my office (IT) made the same sort of comments when I bought my CPO 135i. They just see the badge and assume it's outrageously expensive. My coworkers all spent $40k+ on their cars but they have Toyota and VW badges on them so they assume mine was like $90k.

[wjones14]

After watching those videos, I'd go for the Focus RS!

But, the reviewer did make a good point for the Golf R, and that was that 90% of the time, this is the car you would want for the overall experience.

The other 10% of the time, the RS is quite the hooligan machine.

[Apex Everything]

We are getting a press loaner in May. I will tell you then.

[eluded]

The golf R is an amazing car. It's just like the GTI except $15,000 more and has all-wheel-drive.

Avoid the STi unless you have a good spine and kidneys

[1skibum]

Yeah the STI is out. If I did go with the R would it be a bad idea getting turboback exhaust and a stage 2 tune? With my job I don't know if that would be "professional" lol.

[Torgus]

Originally Posted by 1skibum

Yeah the STI is out. If I did go with the R would it be a bad idea getting turboback exhaust and a stage 2 tune? With my job I don't know if that would be "professional" lol.

A loud exhaust is not professional.

[McBride]

Originally Posted by 1skibum

Yeah the STI is out. If I did go with the R would it be a bad idea getting turboback exhaust and a stage 2 tune? With my job I don't know if that would be "professional" lol.

Judging by your concern for appearing professional, i would say yes its a bad idea.
Now a days first appearances count for a lot. If it was a diesel Id say go for it and add a bit more growl. A turbo back on any car is noisy and extremely noticeable.

[1skibum]

Originally Posted by McBride

Judging by your concern for appearing professional, i would say yes its a bad idea.
Now a days first appearances count for a lot. If it was a diesel Id say go for it and add a bit more growl. A turbo back on any car is noisy and extremely noticeable.

Haha yeah I always feel juvenile driving through my parking ramp with my GLI. It has Uni exhaust and all these conservative accountants are looking at me weird so I have to keep the RPMs down to keep it quiet.