How to RUIN a winter beater | Evan's VW MK5 R32 | Enthusiast Built

[@meteormedia7021]

This is literally a dream car to me. I love how tastefully its modded!

[@chefnat5381]

Meteor Media makes two of us..just a test drive won’t do any justice but owning one might do way more🙌🏽

[@meteormedia7021]

Chef Nat I wanted one ever since owning my first car, which was a MK5 2.0 FSI Sport Edition in this exact grey metallic color. Not a fast car that was, but quick enough, nimble and super fun to drive. Back then I was daydreaming about how fun a R32 would be, with loads more power and AWD. I‘ve since owned a A3 2.0 TDI Quattro and a B8 A4 2.0 TFSI Quattro, but I always still like to think back to my MK5 and would still love the idea of buying a R32 one day

[@chefnat5381]

Meteor Media oooh you can’t go wrong with quattro’s 🤙🏽..keen on hearing what your driving now tho??..cz trying to find these with low miles is way hard..im trying to check here in South Africa but ah no luck sometimes

[@colbyhall1989]

@Evan Pickard My Tornado Red R32 is at 135k....looking to let it go if you're interested

[@musicallymaximized2694]

I saved up and bought mine back in 2018. Still driving it daily during the summer and loving every bit of it!

[@tonymorrison5942]

I have one also and completely agree with the exhaust note. No matter what mood. It makes you smile. !!!!

[@jamescmiller13]

i have the same car in the same color and i can agree that no matter the mood hearing the wookie roar always brightens my day!

[@MagnetbergOfficial]

Winter Beater 😂This is the German dream

[@dansegriff3528]

I drive mine in winter

[@Mario55F]

@@dansegriff3528 You didn’t realize the joke

[@jonjohnnny4950]

It’s true If I’m having a bad day I’ll just go to my garage and look and my mine and it makes me so happy

[@iandrackert7838]

Cuz it's broken huh?

[@koston777]

@ 2:17 thats why you get a DSG. Super fast shifts!

[@meteormedia7021]

The first gen DSG with a remap is no joke. Very tuneable and can hold lots of power

[@HydroCronus]

Nothing sounds quite like a VR6 Engine! Missing my 04 Mk4 R32

[@HydroCronus]

@Evan Pickard Make it happen! Some tips, before you get one though make sure it has extensive good service history. There's a lot of them that are beat up pretty good and will be money pits if not taken care of properly. Best of luck and have it thoroughly inspected

[@dustinsalisbury4383]

I never had an R32. But I had a VR6 Jetta and this has me missing that thing lol

[@giovannidc9]

LOVE this! I use my R32 for everything and it handles Utah snow perfect! I definitely have some of the same mods.

[@xFireball623x]

I own #1430 and it's the most fun I've ever had with a car. It's perfect for a fun daily driver but if you decide to push it, she'll turn into a beast instantly. Very reactive to how you want to drive it and can handle whatever you want from it

[@arjaycrystal9123]

My dream is someone else's winter beater. Thank you.

[@rudim3m3]

Love this car! Had a R32 a few years ago! Best sounding VW ever!

[@nddavi58]

what a beauty

[@Captain_Coleslaw]

A fucking R32 AS A WINTER BEATER??!!! This is litterally my fucking dream car!!! They are SOOOO expensive here in denmark, i drive a dsg mk 6 gti today, but i really want a R32 badly!

[@nateengle4170]

This is goals right here!! I currently have a mk5 r32 in this color, but that lip kit and rear diffuser make it look so much more aggressive! Love the wheels man! And sounds amazing too!

[@h00ngen]

I've waited for 10 years to be finally able to ship an R32 from USA to my country, while this guy bought is as a winter beater... Anyways, I know myself that it's an awesome car, it was my dream since it came out, now I'm a proud owner of one, too! This one is modified really tastefully, really love it! Cheers!

[@ecstuning]

Send us a pic via IG

[@h00ngen]

@@ecstuning Yup, check the messages 😉

[@madern7]

h00ngen I wanna see! Send it to me @echt.barry

[@ecstuning]

@@h00ngen got it. nice ride.

[@marksuave25]

This exhaust, an E46 M3 exhaust and the old Acura NSX are the best sounding 6 cylinder engines...period.

[@Noise400]

I would swap the tail lights to the darker cherry red lights. They would fit the grey colour much more. All in all a beautiful car.

[@MrElectricSkittles]

I personally think the mk5 brighter oem tail lights are the nicest, even between the cherry red and oem

[@cliffb1932]

I also own one with upgraded exhausts. No Golf turn heads like Mk5 R32. I still drive people crazy with this car

[@ecstuning]

It's a beautiful machine.

[@hevytrooper2882]

Mine is completely straight piped, with headers & cams. Let’s just say I’ve gotten a few complaints and been pulled over a few times for it 😂😂😂

[@cliffb1932]

@@hevytrooper2882 it attracts fines and eyes

[@ArmChairKoalaBare]

hey guys i been ordering parts from you over the last few months , i really appreciate the fast response time and shipping!! i too own a mk5 r32 in blue pearl.

[@ecstuning]

We always appreciate the support! 🤘 If you ever have any questions or need any help feel free to reach out to us!

[@ArmChairKoalaBare]

@@ecstuning i do need some oem r32 wheels.

[@nardo2354]

This video makes me miss my 2008 R32, 1132/5000. I really miss the sound and quick shifting. Great video, and beautiful build.👍👍

[@ecstuning]

Just put the video on repeat!

[@hockeyandsoccer4ever]

What happened to yours? Any issues or just got rid of it? I have a 09 and i want to be on the lookout for issues as the car gets older now

[@nardo2354]

I sold my R32, have a 97 GTI VR6 project in my garage now. I’ve been slowly pouring $$ into it, extra cash is my biggest barrier.

[@bigtoker82]

I have 1116 🎉❤

[@theoldschoolgamer6199]

Very tasteful mods! Although not a fan of such high pitched and loud exhaust, definitely sounds good

[@mentiusa]

The exhaust is best sound you will get . I loved it when I had mine

[@mikuelable]

Young James from donut media hahaha

[@rndmheroxx]

@Evan Pickard @unofficial_pumphrey

[@kiiok2322]

I have a mk5 gti, my right hid housing has a short in it honestly surprised he didn’t have the same problem

[@MemeWiki71]

Damm I feel lucky to be 16 and have a r32 for me the engine is the best sounding v6 love the vr6❤️

[@sheldonm3535]

VR6 sounds so good. The phlegm in the throat sound.

[@ecstuning]

Ahem.....ok

[@Martymartinio]

I have a MK5 R32 as well. Had it for about 5 months now. Just trying to fix her up before I start modding. Although, my exhaust is resonated so quite quiet when your not pushing it. It's my daily and half of my commute is in a 70mph speed limit, and I couldn't handle the droning of a non res system. It still sounds awesome though when your going for it! But civilised when I'm driving past my neighbours.

[@ecstuning]

Would love to see it. Send us a pic

[@Gator115]

more like Winter Beast

[@bullyzelda5981]

Upload a video of the exhaust notes only

[@ecstuning]

We might have to do that another day :D

[@xxkarcynjacobxx2520]

Don't get me wrong the vr6 is insane but I want a r32 with the 2.5 out of the rs3

[@mookie714]

Gray MK5! I had one of these but I wrecked it. I miss it so much :-(

[@ecstuning]

Sorry for your loss.

[@Bexxiii09]

All this need is a booser hood and I'm sold, love how it's still na

[@johnbutler9381]

Needs the r32 rear lights

[@zhamdan74]

Beautiful clean machine you got there..i ve got one in the sunny tropics..think im gonna follow on some of ur leads there..

[@Neptune8]

Needs a supercharger and it'd be perfect. For me , the wookie is awesome but I think it's one of two cars that actually don't need much done to make the car louder. Imo his is too loud

[@Neptune8]

When ever I’m out of my Volvo I’m hoping in a wookie if I can get one at a good low mileage in blue

[@danielatencio1679]

Dam this r32 clean

[@Abe610743]

I want air intake, long tubes and free flow cats but California says no. :( I ended up doing similar exterior mods instead fitted the maxton rabbit Splitter and did Street Aero Sideskirts but there same rear diffuser with a blue Flake to try and match my paint. All in all long live the R32 and ECSTuning for helping me with all my maintenance needs.

[@ecstuning]

Always happy to help! We would love to see your ride, send us a pic.

[@dominicengelen8573]

absolutely smashing

[@ajithpoojary96]

My fvrt Volkswagen

[@iandrackert7838]

It doesn't start to hesitate after long drives especially when it's hot out?

[@AtomNic]

damn this car sounds good!

[@makaylagerald2797]

Front street in c falls. Good spot to shoot! And right down the street from my house. Nice!

[@ecstuning]

Front St is great!

[@glenndemelo328]

Great build I think the exhaust is a bit much. The VR6 has a great sound

[@MARLEY330]

❤❤❤

[@rileyfolkman7469]

I also have a United R😁 getting wrapped for Christmas tho. Milltek headers or supersprint? Also how are the HF cats holding up to the spark cut? I wanna get some headers but not sure if I wanna spend the money on cats just to have them melt. I also have supersprint cat back but cant seem to find a way to go catless for supersprint headers here in the US

[@rileyfolkman7469]

@Evan Pickard tru that haha. My supersprint exhaust has my heart but idk if I wanna give my wallet too for the headers😂

[@rileyfolkman7469]

@Evan Pickard awesome car btw! I gotta figure out something for seats at some point. My shoulders are too wide for the factory seats lol kinda get thrown around the cabin

[@xcofcd]

Looked at these for a winter beater, too but they're just too damn expensive for that. I think I'm gonna go with a Golf IV 2.8 4motion instead...

[@bossmarino4777]

I also got an mk5 r32 and an mk4 2.8. And besides the louder sound of the R and a more rear biased haldex awd it really is pretty similar

[@Beets82]

Nice build, i want to do some more mods to my mk5 thanks for the ideas

[@georgsteiner8916]

Except oft the front bumper to fender gap i really like it great job, and the diffusor is a little weird

[@Tynap300]

Man that Evan guy is a real cutie!!

[@phil_motorbikes284]

Currently have a mk5 1.4 tsi 122hp But a car like that would be *one* of my dreams... Love the vr6

[@LordLorenzo834]

I own dsg r32 with rear muffler delete 19 inch ava memphis alloys in black, blacked out windows in the r colour purpley blue, sounds awesome but retains the oem look

[@83ky]

Which headers is the car running? I have a mk2 Audi TT 3.2 (same BUB engine as a R32) and I have been looking for headers for it, open to suggestions - front exhaust parts meant for a R32 should be a direct fit from what I have learned. I fitted a Milltek non-resonated cat-back earlier this year but it would still need some more growl.

[@83ky]

I think I came across those back when I was looking for the exhaust options early this year.

[@karmarazzi]

U said u unhooked the valve exhaust port what’s that and how do I unhook mine

[@karmarazzi]

Evan Pickard what if I have a new exuast

[@karmarazzi]

Is mine always open if I have after market exhaust

[@karmarazzi]

Evan Pickard cool mines a 2006 mk5 gti 2.0t

[@karmarazzi]

Looks exactly the same except mines black

[@followthezierer2522]

@Mitchell Casteel The vacuum line to the exhaust only applies to the r32, not the gti.

[@DjStiv3]

Can the chrome front end bumper/grille/cover thing from an r32 or gli fit on nornal GTI's? I think it would look great on mine with the chrome like aluminum rims i got on. Wonder if its a perfect match and fit. Then again it seems like youd need to completely swap out the bumper if anything. Bcz id just want the chrome accent around the grille.

[@victorroman-nieves1223]

What are the wheel specs and alignment numbers? Please if you don’t mind sharing? Just bought a MK5 so I’m curious on what I’m able to run with out harming the fenders etc.

[@evanpickard434]

Sorry for this being so late lol hit alignment is near stock (since stock is pretty perfect for these) and the wheel spec is 18x8 et42 with a 225/40/18 tyre

[@maninacar2751]

Can someone please point me in the direction of those Michelin tires? I’ve got an r32 myself and can’t find colored lettering tires anywhere.

[@ceciliacorredor9512]

hello, do you do the reprogramming for a stage 2 in a golf R32 mk5 2008?

[@my4cars528]

Diggin' It!!

[@ironbloodedmyth1204]

Love mine 3069 out of 5000 😍

[@vWIceManWv]

number 3972 here!

[@ghostface12258]

yeah that's great but what are the horsepower number

[@evanpickard434]

It’s a VW lol and I don’t chase high HP. But to the wheels when we dynoed it, it was 221hp and trq. Handles better than most for sure tho 👍🏻

[@jerryel1nico]

Nice ride oem+

[@Rhosticks]

Love it!

[@kevn99]

Neighbors must love you.😅

[@ViiralDzn]

Mk5 golf? Subbed

[@tirecchatman547]

Beautiful car

[@tirecchatman547]

Thanks but for real need.. help don't have receipt or box... never been installed

[@ecstuning]

Contact our customer service center by phone or live chat.

[@tirecchatman547]

Thanks for your time man really appreciate it

[@stephenpato5524]

How does the DSG shift so quickly and crisply? Insane!! Great car, I want one lol

[@simplemarks3420]

he has a tune on it

[@ezibreeze5909]

Make me sad. Some guy blew a stop sign and we tboned him. My R is totaled.🙁

[@ecstuning]

Ouch, sorry to hear that.

[@MrAidanfleming]

The one thing i hate about this car is the front splitter skirts and diffuser. I think any parts in these areas ruins the loook. Remove them and car would be perfect in my eyes

[@Erlingmid]

well mk5s don't really handle winter too well so probably for the better, source: virtually all mk5s are super rusty in norway because of being driven in the winter

[@KingUnis06]

What are the specs on those wheels?

[@masonslaya7999]

Everyone who buys a vw after a bmw misses the beemer

[@jstoli996c4s]

Not me

[@Equate_The_Dissonance]

Debating whether I can ever let mine go...probably not!

[@MrShizNipz]

Hold Onto It

[@roberttan5933]

is this mk5 paint united grey? ?

[@jeffthurston9835]

Yep, I have the same car and that color is United Grey.

[@MoneyKing2755]

Sounds like a GTR

[@ZanicL3]

5:18 Please dont tell me it's as loud as this irl

[@ZanicL3]

@Evan Pickard do u drive it like that lol? It sounds good but it's very obnoxious

[@ecstuning]

It's VERY loud, but only when he's heavily on the throttle.

[@yaroslavnesteruk9507]

Will be a short lunch today

[@ClaudiuB]

I would also change the headlights and taillights with some smoked ones. The taillights especially: carDNA ones, they're like the last shit of LED technology by how it looks..

[@timothywhieldon1971]

I seriously thought you meant that you will ruin a winter car if you run evans coolant (the waterless stuff) i'm disappointed, i came here to hate on this because Evans coolant is so epic.

[@midiskyline]

how to SAVE a winter beater. FIFY

[@tirecchatman547]

U work for ECS tuning cool I need help with a return I brought a down pipe two years ago...don't have the same car...have a4 b61.8t can I return it for that car thanks

[@TheCrimsonCali]

Why do I have to live in Cali

[@ecstuning]

We have room in Ohio.

[@TheCrimsonCali]

ECS Tuning oh trust me I know 😂 just bought an APR CAI from you guys last week. Looks great

[@DigitalDissident]

What is the most reliable way to increase power in my N/A 4 cylinder N43 engine? Im looking to gain only 30-55hp in my 120i E82, the car has very low mileage. Cold air Intake?

[@ecstuning]

We didn't get the N43 here in the USA, but a quality intake and exhaust upgrade are always a great way to increase the smiles per mile of any car!

[@DigitalDissident]

I already have a BMW performance exhaust on it but its just the rear section... Car is very reliable especially without turbo & I've got it to 245kph on the Autobahn.

[@meteormedia7021]

Intercooler? On an n/a engine? LOL

[@DigitalDissident]

@@meteormedia7021 Exactly, idk, theres like nothing for a N/A 4 cylinder, that said, I'm happy it's been very reliable & I havent had any issues or leaks. I have stripped what weight I could. Let me re-phrase that... Cold air Intake!

[@DigitalDissident]

@@meteormedia7021 What do you drive m8 :)

[@CR15PY1]

lol rip headphone users

[@roby7629]

hurts that its a dsg :(

[@ecstuning]

The shift sounds make it worth it.

[@jstoli996c4s]

Why? DSG is awesome

[@Boostlagg]

I had one of these, it was the most unreliable pos I've ever owned. Anything that could break broke on it.

[@hockeyandsoccer4ever]

Evan Pickard i didnt know vr6 was available for mkv. What country are you in?

[@hockeyandsoccer4ever]

I couldn't be more opposite. 10 years strong as a daily. Through freezing Canadian winters, stupid hot sun in summer, this car has always been exposed to the elements and never had a single issue. I do baby the car and take crazy care of it though

[@carcaviar9321]

You need to maintain it well, to have it reliable. That's the rule for every car, especially german cars.

[@aaronwells7667]

The one thing I made sure my girl had was the best lube. I fed her crap gas and flogged her on the regular. She never got sideways on me and boy I pushed her. IGN coil overs a waterpump ,tires, brake pads and rotors cuz I had a bad mechanic tell me I didn't need pads then proceeded to put the driver's side caliper retaining clip in halfway. On the bright side I can now do quality brake work on my own. No need to get ripped off by asshole come-upsters. Anyway my point is she was a bad ass bitch that had my back if I needed to be somewhere in a hurry! Miss you baby. Her name was Eva Brawn. 😉🇧🇪

[@daimianzarco4807]

Vr-sexy

[@kevinwolf4870]

I'm currently selling mine, also united grey 88,000 miles SoCal area. Hmu if interested!

[@preczi]

Kevin Wolf what’s you’re instagram I’m looking to buy one at the moment

[@hockeyandsoccer4ever]

Link please

[@kevinwolf4870]

@@preczi offerup.com/item/detail/796121108/

[@kevinwolf4870]

@@preczi IG: obeythewolf

[@caveone-365]

So you had a slammed BMW motorcycle?!?!?!? ‘Beemer’= BMW motorcycle, ‘Bimmer’= BMW car. Just figured this “elitist snob” would let you know the correct terminology. 😃👍🏻 Clean r32. Definitely not what most would consider a beater by any means.

[@thami031]

Love vdub... But I love manual cars more.. Give a like if You're a real man

[@ecstuning]

We love all.

[@jeffthurston9835]

As an older feller with back issues, I appreciate the DSG and how this car shifts.

[@PGF5000]

Wtf why post a video when you can’t watch it yet

[@ryanjohnson3641]

its live ...not recorded

[@peteronister1488]

This is so cringe...