I Bought a £30,000 VW Golf MK8 GTI

Collecting my VW Golf GTI Mk8 from Tony at Gravelwood Cars! A quick look into my spec and why I bought this car. In my opinion, it's one of the best cars for around £30,000 at the moment!
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[@jesperhvid9667]

Refreshing how authentic Tony is

[@ianmitchell9102]

An authentic bell end

[@Piner5074]

Was put off the Mk8 because of the infotainment. But my 7.5 was the perfect point and shoot for me. Easily quick enough day to day and economical too. High 30’s mpg around town, and nearer 50 on a long run at motorway speeds. Honestly couldn’t fault it. Kept it 2 years 10k miles and sold it for what I paid for it because of used shortage. All in all the best car I’ve had bar none.

[@scotthodgskin7254]

I had a mk8R for 9 months. Sold it to buy a Mk7.5R. the MK7.5 is the better car. The MK8 still feels like a prototype on the inside. Nothing is awful (except the touch controls and the infotainment that was designed by a GCSE student), but there's so many tiny things VW have skimped on - it's death by a thousand cuts. All the plastic trim is so thin, the doors sound empty, there's no cup holder cover, the gas bonnet strut is missing, the headlight washers are gone, as are directional lights, as is the nicer pillar materials, and the very cool phone cubby. And... The boot trim.... It's like off a Dacia.

[@ScottPC]

Are you feeling okay? You actually made a purchase? 😂

[@shoaib3385]

Absolute opposite of Shmee

[@markthoughtswithukrainemas2072]

No he's just doing a test drive he's off to saxon ford what ever that place is called ,,, then he's off to mannigtude finance for a "hack" on how to get finance

[@referencechannel996]

Why are you so admired? A guy that trades a GTR for a Bentley 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@andrewkaye1230]

Still waiting for him to buy a supercar,that's his title name "supervars of london"

[@Islam_is_the_truth.4]

@@andrewkaye1230 He's changed his name to "hothatches of london"

[@harrhysrafiq4740]

I’ve been watching this channel since I was 12 2012, since 2020 I haven’t been watching much, but recently I bought the exact same gti and seeing it come up on my newsfeed gets me so happy honestly, to dream of owning cars like Paul has now a reality it’s amazing, thankyou Paul for keeping my car enthusiasm

[@TBat0431]

Hatchbacks of Watford channel absolutely going off!

[@richardoeser5643]

Finally Paul made a purchase! Now let’s the content back on track mate. Looking forward to seeing what’s to come

[@STEVEBHPDEVON]

congrats on the gti, bring on the content back to the armytrix days 😀

[@markthoughtswithukrainemas2072]

I don't think he has ever been in the Army !!!! I may be wrong

[@STEVEBHPDEVON]

@@markthoughtswithukrainemas2072 exhaust 🤔 but I'm sure you already know that 👍

[@jonathanwilkins6071]

Paul, good choice the GTI is a very nice car. Tony is a legend, he has some great cars. Look forward to following your ownership.. 👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@law6044]

Got a 7.5 myself and still over the moon with it after having it for about a year

[@jaylahey6827]

883k subs and you get an average of about 10k people watching your content. Tragic.

[@stu0500]

Got a Gr Yaris. It’s an awesome weapon. It’s not a daily. But when I drive it it’s mega.

[@ashley_neal]

Nice purchase Paul 👊 Even though my wife drives something with 600+ hp the GTI would still be my choice for enjoyment. Some of the proper stuff is too quick nowadays. First upgrade to mine was an under bonnet gas strut. Check out the guys at dark ice designs. 👍

[@VRSProductionsInc]

Really was not expecting this collab

[@OGDreamy]

I just got a MK7.5 R the other day.. I did want a Facelift A45 but I thought the R is the better financial decision currently and potentially wait till the 45s come lower in value and get that in a year or so...

[@sidrens5292]

This is more like it Paul!!!! Really enjoyed this episode - more of this style of video please. Excited for Golf review!

[@TheFunkhouser]

Tonys the type of guy who reminds you of a villain in a Guy Richie movie but turns out to be that epically funny, very knowledgeable car guy instead 😅🤣💯

[@superboy305]

Congrats, Tony reminds me a character in a Guy Ritchie movie

[@lambokid5]

Never thought I’d have the same daily as you Paul 😂😂 the mk8 is cracking 👍🏼

[@Mark__A]

Good luck with the annoying touch buttons. You will need it.

[@zeitgeist2720]

They’re not that bad

[@doloresberry3144]

says everyone who has never sat in a GTI.

[@Mark__A]

@@doloresberry3144 Sorry I don't like sh!tlagens this days... Therefore unlikely I going to sit in one.

[@doloresberry3144]

@@Mark__A I'm not quite sure what that means! But from what I've experienced the buttons aren't bad, as long as you've got a working brain.

[@Mark__A]

@@doloresberry3144 Sorry to burst your bubbles. Lets agree to disagree, and enjoy your annoying touch buttons. It's evolving just backwards.

[@dalebrudvig3842]

Nice to see tony again 👍

[@benjixomusic]

Think you are the first out the group to buy from Tony! Top guy!

[@arafatahmed9208]

Stg has bought loads from tony

[@benjixomusic]

Ah ok, never knew that. Always thought they were from other companies. My bad, take back my comment if so!

[@nigel.w]

@@arafatahmed9208 What has Sam actually bought from Gravelwood? He's sold many cars through Tony. He's bought many cars throughTony's contacts, but I don't think he's actually bought a single car from Tony. However, I'm not 100% sure, so my question is genuine. I have no problem being proved wrong on this one.

[@thestorylinegaming15]

@@nigel.w Sam did bought a 718 Cayman S from Tony's stock.

[@nigel.w]

@@thestorylinegaming15 Tony sourced that car specifically for Sam. It wasn't truly bought from Gravelwood stock. However, I'm sure Tony made some money in that deal, and that's the main thing. I know Tony gets plenty of free publicity on these channels, but I think he deserves to be the go to man for Paul and Sam's dailies. Finally, Paul has listened to Tony, who knows what a proper daily is, and understands the circumstances that enable someone to run a gas guzzler as a daily, and that's neither Paul nor Sam.

[@chrisdavie8617]

Beautiful car! I had a fantastic 7.5 which was just exceptional, and changed to an 8 a few weeks ago. The difference is stark between the 2. Driving is awesome with the 8 but the fuel economy even when having “fun” is waaaaaaaaay down. Infotainment system is ok when you get used to it. Not as easy as the 7.5.

[@JackFountainMedia]

Recently sold my mk8 GTI as I had a little one arrive. Awesome car and really enjoyed it, just didn’t suit my personal needs anymore. Enjoy it!

[@faisalleeds]

If you wanted a decent Golf you should have got the Mk7 TCR. By all accounts one of the best all round GTi models in the last few years (discounting the clubsport s)

[@petera4640]

Got one of these on my list for a new daily but its like £150pm more vs BMW135i or Merc A35 at the same price.

[@nigel.w]

I'd prefer the Golf, even though its tech is crap, and its overall quality is down, but, given that you can get one of the others for so much less, it's got to be a no-brainer to remove the Golf from your list. That said; you must, of course, also take availability into account. Best of luck.

[@mattlau]

Good choice! I went from mk7 GTI to F22 230i and I am thinking of going back to the vdub

[@EmissionsFail]

I drive 15k miles a year for work and bought an M2 Competition as my work/daily car. Costly but fun, if I could afford it I’d have a second car but in reality I enjoy driving so would rather just take the M2 everywhere I go.

[@goldmartijn]

Why not a R tho?

[@caffeineisking8132]

Absolutely love my mk8 gti the only thing I will complain about is the all the shiny plastics and screens Inside is a dust and finger print hell

[@BenM-nv6mu]

Beautiful car Paul, congratulations! Stay safe and really look forward too some Golf GTi content from you!

[@damons6345]

Congrats on the new Daily, I’ve been watching you for years from here in Colorado. Sweet car!

[@alanwayte432]

My wife has 7.5R we had Mk8 for two day test drive, the quality of the interior is so poor in respect of perceived quality, the climate controls are embarrassing being so difficult not being backlit..the MK8 drives very very well, but such a letdown

[@japcarjunkie]

From what i have read and seen on here, the new Audi RS3 has the same build quality issue, compared to its predecessor.

[@kells77]

@@japcarjunkie hell no after been both regular the old shape interior is not a patch on the new one The golf 8r is shit inside tho

[@stephenlane9168]

Great acquisition Paul, perfect daily buddy 👌👏

[@jo05dk]

I wouldn't go newer than a Golf 7 or 7.5, but that's preference. A bloody good daily me thinks. I quite like white cars, but i do agree.. Spec on this one is a lot better. Congratulations :)

[@nigel.w]

I think your comment pretty much nails it. I agree re Mk7/7.5, but if Paul prefers the new interior, and can get along with the infotainment issues, the Mk8 is still an excellent choice for a daily, and this black car does suit Paul better. I'd have gone with the white one, just because I can't think of a worse colour for a daily than black. But if I were actually going down this route myself, I'd have found a nice Mk7/7.5...cheaper, better quality (these Mk8s are down on overall quality), and IMO, the older tech is better, easier to use, and doesn't detract from both the driving and overall experience.

[@richardjohn8892]

Superhatches of London?

[@nigel.w]

He'd need an RS3 for that, which costs double.

[@RAZGR1Z]

If he had bought the GR Yaris or RS3.

[@RevoHQ]

Great purchase, Paul!

[@richardsolley4897]

I am going to look at one tomorrow what are your thoughts on them it’s from a main dealer.

[@jamesead9095]

Did it have DCC? Doesn't seem to be mentioned. Assuming not, how do you find the ride?

[@kennigt]

Guys, if you like audio, check for instance pssound channel. All burmester/bose/kef/etc audio systems are just rubbish, much more can be done with proper installation and proper cadaudio brands. What happens now is just minimum input and famous home audio brand name - pure marketing and marginal sound improvement.

[@Chips273]

“…eats biscuits and fills V5s out!” Brilliant. 😂

[@wjfowlston8098]

Love to see what you do with it Paul!

[@cabottaxi]

That Range Rover SVR in these days of high fuel costs must be eyewatering turning up at the pumps. Neighbour along the street has one and his wife has a hybrid Range rover. He's always stealing her keys.

[@richboy900]

Sweet spec 👌

[@sophiawoods6748]

I’ve got a golf r7.5 and I drove a golf gti for a week and swapped my golf r😂 the gti is so much better than the golf r I’m every way.

[@patrickpps]

If you can't afford super cars anymore you can just tell us.

[@HellcatDreaminJosh]

Supercars of London Great Video and Congratulations on taking Delivery of your VW Golf MK8 GTI I think it looks awesome and I can't wait to see what mods you got for it

[@DJJumpdancer]

get the armytrix exhaust for its I think it sounds great :D

[@RAZGR1Z]

Congrats on your engagement, best of luck in your endeavors.

[@TurkishBenAirsoft]

Mk8 GTI looks sweet. Mk8 R looks a bit too sedate hence why ive just bought a 2019 Golf R.

[@robz1471]

😯😯😯Am i only one thinking the car detailer is going to turn up and no car to detail???

[@ludda42]

Good daily. Get a sports car or super car to go along side it!

[@sleepwalker31]

The R would've been the much better choice.

[@Godfamcountry]

A $500 stage one tune will get you to 360hp and 370lb/tq with all stock hardware. Unleash what vw has shackled mate!

[@0736280987]

Now this video reminds me of the old SOL 💪🏼 keen to see what comes next 💪🏼

[@NewHandle_]

Nice car, these are growing on me big time

[@jmrracing7097]

When are you getting a supercar

[@nigel.w]

I suspect his biggest fear right now is the huge potential losses. Most of the good value supercars have gone up at least 30-40k. I doubt he can afford to take the hit that's almost certainly looming. He's also always been a relatively conservative buyer, but he's taken a few big hits. On top of that: His views and therefore his income is down. He's lost a lot of credibility. He seems to have personal and/or creativity problems. I don't think owning his own supercar will save him. But he certainly needs to regularly feature suppercars on his channel, rather than the likes of 4x4s and hot hatches.

[@arzaluzx]

Congratulations Paul!! Great daily driver. Quite not understand how people try to bring you down as if none of them have been through rough times. Their lack of empathy sickenss me.

[@GoldenSolutionPlating]

well done to Tony to not give your the car before its perfectly clean .. nice car

[@R19Robbin]

I drive a GTI as well, great car for the money 🔥🔥

[@PKDesigns2011]

Ty for sharing, great vid, I Sub to c more ;) .... had a MkIII and a MKV Jetta in past both in black and I gotta admit this new GTI is really nice ... not to happy with all that swipe stuff, and some materials used ... just don't see it working or lasting a while ... all and all it's a kool update...

[@Tristanbirdyt]

Could you please do a video on the entertainment system thanks you

[@Mathewmartialart]

have you gone for a odd choice in filter in the editing, its looks rather contrast hdr, looks unatural

[@NewHandle_]

Is it me or do Paul's videos look yellow?

[@TheLeeattwood]

Well done I never knew the tax bracket worked like that , my misses just bought a R8 V10 lol she’ll be taxing that I’ll be getting a GTI LOL 😂

[@adambailey7064]

Paul you should have bought the GR Yaris

[@nigel.w]

It's not a good daily, and his channel isn't Hot Hatches of London. ;)

[@adambailey7064]

@@nigel.w what’s your point he just bought a hot hatch but my opinion is the gr Yaris is one of the best new cars in the world right now

[@nigel.w]

@@adambailey7064 My point should be clear. He bought a daily. The GR Yaris is not a good choice for a daily, whereas the Golf GTi is. The GR Yaris is arguably a better car. It is also arguably a better purchase. If this were Hot Hatches of London, OR if Paul had been looking for a third car, you could well be right. As it stands, in context, I don't think you are. That's all. You're 100% entitled to hold a different opinion! But I really think you should have gotten my point without me having to ram it home. Anyway, Paul's loss is potentially someone else's gain. Maybe yours? Given a strong projected residual value, I would imagine a particularly good finance deal could be had, if by any chance you're interested for yourself.

[@venom5809]

JayEm is buying Ferraris every 5 minutes and you take two years to buy a Golf, WTF dude, what is going on with this channel?

[@nigel.w]

On the one hand, you're right. On the other, I don't think JayEmm's car buying habits are anything to be emulated, least of all his Ferraris. The 550 seems to have a major problem. The 430 had to go back, and the reasons are as much an excuse as a reason. The F12 was cheap, and we know there's really no such thing as a cheap Ferrari. Don't get me wrong; I like JayEmm. I admire his work ethic. And he's got a formula that clearly works for him. But his channel IS very formulaic. And like so many automotive KZbinrs, thinks he knows more than he clearly does. His concept of a daily is also highly questionable. With regards to Paul and SoL, It's clear the channel has problems; it's seems Paul has something going on in his life that we're not aware of, or at least has been struggling with creativity. But maybe he's smarter than most think. He's just bought an actual daily. Maybe because it's all he can afford. Maybe he's just being sensible. Sure, he lacks a supercar, which dents his credibility. But, given the market, should he risk losing many 10s of thousands of pounds, as so many others are doing? That would probably put an end to the channel. Many models that were relative bargains before Covid have gone up 30-40k. Paul's always been open that he tries to predict and limit his potential losses. I think he's generally quite a conservative buyer. Even though, he's been caught out a few times and taken some relatively large hits. And he's now got a mortgage to pay. Maybe he should be more open with the channel as to why he doesn't own a supercar right now. But, I suggest that a supercar purchase won't save him. I think he needs to feature more supercars. He needs also needs to get on the new car launches. This is his challenge. And, I think there's no escaping that it's a big challenge, as it seems clear he's lost credibility, not only with many of his subscribers and followers, but also within the industry and among other KZbinrs. He can't rely on Saxon and Aston. And I'm not sure it was wise to criticise the DBX the way he did, when Aston is the only maker that's thrown him a lifeline. That certainly wasn't that smart, IMO.

[@davidhill431]

Maybe he is just growing up abit and saving to move into a proper house? I'm sure he is easily making enough to finance a more expensive car but that won't look good getting a bigger mortgage

[@nigel.w]

@@davidhill431 You may well have hit the nail on the head.

[@oussamazatout4115]

That R returned 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 this killed me 😂😂😂

[@sublimemymind23]

Aww man, should have gone with the Golf R! Either way congrats on the new ride!

[@unknown_user283]

Coming next, “why i’m being forced to sell my GTI”.

[@martinboulden4388]

Purchase = Monthly repayment plan with 90 days opt out.

[@monsi25]

Congrats on the new car but what’s the reason for the price in the title?

[@matc1603]

That was his budget

[@Madeinlondon67]

I’ve got my new Big Spec Golf GTD coming in 5 days after an 11 month wait. I hope the wait was worth it 🔥

[@matthewcoombes1953]

Went down to Gravelwood today and looked at the orange M2 😍

[@andygtv]

The looks are really non existent on the Golf, strange choice.

[@stephenhollingsworth2530]

VW's biggest cost cutting exercise ever this one... its a really crap car that goes fast. I'll pass

[@nigel.w]

He should have gotten a Mk7/7.5, IMO.

[@BossPau]

No supercar = boring

[@nigel.w]

He needs to at least feature more supercars. I don't think owning his own will save him, but it would help rebuild his credibility somewhat. No escaping the fact that he needs to feature new cars and other people's supercars. He needs to rebuild, for sure. Problem is if he buys a supercar now he could take a massive hit, unless he starts all over again and gets something like an R8 V10 manual, which is relatively low risk in terms of depreciation.

[@mladenradinovic2290]

You should've bought that Giulia infront GR Yaris

[@1979maka]

Content what’s happened

[@KAZUYA-ITA10]

Yes for gasoline situation golf GTI better or R and not for old men and women ✌🏼️❤️

[@i_am_adam9833]

Here we go again.Mods,exhaust,wrap etc. etc.Same again

[@STEVEBHPDEVON]

true but it some good content 👍😀

[@44_Mark]

Nobody is forcing you to watch and then winge about it. Get a life

[@nigel.w]

Yeah, I think he's going to ruin it.

[@nigel.w]

@@STEVEBHPDEVON Is it? It's a hot hatch, like most of the population own. Why come to Supercars of London for such content?

[@nicktaylor5273]

Probably all Paul can afford now, not many people watch his videos such a shame he’s really a nice guy but this channel has gone down hill I do hope he gets back on top off his game

[@joepublic200]

A great car! The Range SVR would be too thirsty - don't add lots of fake carbon to it please :)

[@spadgm]

Paul Wallace has bought a car??, hell might be about to freeze over! lmao

[@Stigs722]

Great of Tony yo have Paul on his channel

[@Equinox99509]

Cue the next video " Let's go supercar shopping "

[@simonmorley1547]

Very nice mate 😎😎👍🏻

[@tobiasjacobsen_dk]

I Think all car KZbinrs need tony in there life ! …… just to keep them down with the stick

[@shakpro4296]

You guys are CRAZY!

[@Rocky-hh3yg]

The golf is one of those cars that’s brilliant but I could never justify paying 30 for one. In my opinion the perfect daily is a 530d touring. £10k gets you a lovely car.

[@Blackmamba12345]

He didn't pay 30 grand. He is doing it on pcp finance.

[@Rocky-hh3yg]

@@Blackmamba12345 so he’s paying more than 30k then. PCP on a depreciating asset is beyond stupid.

[@mehiarsammar6579]

Love tony, congrats on the car

[@cliveadamson91]

Should have been a GR Yaris

[@nigel.w]

It's not a good daily, and his channel isn't Hot Hatches of London. ;)

[@cliveadamson91]

@@nigel.w A golf gti isn’t a supercar

[@BelterLoader]

I miss my GTI, drive a model 3 now. I want an R but not paying 10k over MSRP.

[@nigel.w]

I'm thinking of a Model 3 as a daily. What is the biggest reason why you would go back to an ICE car as a daily? Thanks.

[@BelterLoader]

@@nigel.w model 3 is a great car but it doesn’t have a soul. If gas prices don’t come down, I will have to keep it most likely.

[@nigel.w]

@@BelterLoader Understood. Thank you.

[@rok1rok]

congrats!!

[@ogloftus]

Did I make a mistake, I just ordered a new Fiesta ST3 for £27k

[@nigel.w]

The main problem with the Fiesta is down to supply. Long wait times. Potentially multiple delays. And the likelihood that the car they offer you won't be what you ordered. Options you really want could be missing. Thay may even offer you a different colour. On top of that, it seems the Fiesta is going out of production in the near future. Other than these issues, the Fiesta ST is at least relatively speaking, good value. If you really want a brand new hot hatch, the risks may be worth taking. Just realise, you may not get the car you ordered, or you may have to wait a long time to do so. Best of luck.

[@Stigs722]

Paul bought a car ?

[@LewWise87]

Hi Paul, Miles Copsey, staff member of Sir Robert McAlpine construction believes your channel is going to close down soon due to the content. Just ignore him mate.

[@aley921]

Nice one Paul, excited to see what you do with it!!

[@xAdi420]

I love the new Mk8, good generational upgrade

[@portman2396]

“Super cars of London” buys a golf.

[@user-rz3tl1fd4m]

guys guys giys the oil now its too expensive........................................

[@kingsaf3998]

You should buy all your cars from Tony and stay well clear of Saxton 4x4 they have so many dissatisfied customers.