My Tuned Mk7 GTI - 48k Miles & 4 Years Later

[@Nicool333]

Gets to the apr tune at 11:05. You're welcome.

[@ethansmith9263]

That color is fantastic! Slightly jealous.

[@9847tristan]

My 2003 GLI suffered from a leaky sunroof that various dealers could fix. Made sure to get a GTI without a sunroof lol

[@markusmcgee]

I'm glad and not so glad that someone else has the windshield issue. My R is so so pitted. Very sparkly and will need to be replaced at some point. The GTI and R would benefit from those Nascar like windshield wraps.

[@NewEnglandPete]

It's the worst! I have looked far and wide for films, but they are very pricey.

[@dcampb555]

Had the same exact problem with the hvac duct motor clicking....tell me that’s ur house, big money!

[@NewEnglandPete]

Not my house sadly. The Hvac was improved for later models... thank god!

[@germanredneck4414]

i go hard on my gti every day, thats what theyre made for. However i live in germany right at the source. I hope you get a lot more enjoyment out of yours. Btw. Your GTI looks great.

[@dmsyr1]

The engine on my 2015 took a shit at 40k miles back in October of last year. I was pretty pissed since I was just driving casually and then clank, clank, clank -rod knock. Engine and turbo was replaced under warranty and cost VW just under $15k for the brand new, 2019 engine and newest revision turbo and shop labor. Just hit 50k last week. I'll be getting rid of it soon probably.

[@2wheeldom11]

That little door that you said broke and was making a clicking noise is when you put in recirculation mode , same thing happened on my lexus is350 , I believe the little door is where your cabin filter is located in glove box. You didn't really need to keep your dial on heat mode you just had to click the re circulate button and it should go away lol.

[@JacesOwnWorld]

Fun fact: I also bought a midnight metallic blue GTI in SLC, UT. Mine is a 2017 model. I bought it in March of 2017, brand new. When I was looking for a GTI, I knew I wanted a manual transmission. As I was looking through autotrader, KSL, and Cars.com, I saw this midnight metallic blue GTI and immediately fell in love with the color. The problem was that it was listed as a DSG. I was so bummed out!! So when I went shopping to look at a couple other 2017 GTI’s (a white one and a red one), I happened to be at the same dealership that the midnight metallic blue GTI was at. I told the salesman, man, I really want this car. He said then let’s gets it. I said, but it’s DSG and I want a manual. He asked if I just wanted to take a look at it. I said sure. So he pulled it up, and when he came out from the drivers seat, he had a huge smile on his face. I was like, what’s up? He said that it was indeed a manual! The dealership listed it wrong! I was sold on the spot! I found out it was the only midnight metallic blue 2017 GTI in the State, and that I was the first one to buy one in the State. Pretty freaking cool right! I bought mine brand new, with 7 miles on the odo, for only $23k.

[@limitededition3278]

I have same color 2018 also a manual first owner mine had 8 miles on odometer. 👍 I am glad I bought that color that year after that year they did not make it in that color any longer.

[@alexpersonalfinance6325]

I'm looking to get a MK7 GTI soon but in manual! Love these cars.

[@slayednpked1]

Alex Prestigiacomo save yourself the headache and just get a dsg, the stock clutch is made of wet cardboard

[@alexpersonalfinance6325]

Kyle Adams I test drove a few dsg models and can’t get into it. Just like the feel of the manual to be honest.

[@slayednpked1]

Alex Prestigiacomo if you have an extra 2 grand for a new clutch then I’d say do it...something about buying something new and it not lasting 2-3k miles bothers me

[@slayednpked1]

Alex Prestigiacomo you also have the option of tuning the dsg, overall if you want better performance and faster lap times the dsg will always win

[@alexpersonalfinance6325]

Kyle Adams I’m not looking to track it. More so looking for something that’s enjoyable to daily drive. I appreciate the advice though!

[@mofarah3488]

Bro the car is still dope . If you had a chance to sell it in Europe it will bring you allot value !

[@rashodbacon]

I don't beat on it. I do occasionally beat on it!

[@NewEnglandPete]

words are hard... okay?!?

[@rashodbacon]

@@NewEnglandPete lol fair enough.

[@felipetooficial]

According to Scotty "Toyota" Kilmer this is not a reliable car. Only Toyotas are.

[@NewEnglandPete]

Scotty Kilmer knows all! Can’t argue that Toyotas take the cake for most reliable, but if you give your Mk7 proper love and compassion they can last you a long time.

[@GraffitiKiid814]

I clicked the video to get DSG information and if I have to be honest I took a big fat dab before I clicked the video and no information was saved in my head so I’ll be back in 30 minutes to re-watch this whole video. If you’re wondering why I even took the time to write this comment.... well I didn’t write it I’m laying on my couch and I use voice text. Dam I’m high

[@christophecouture8037]

Hey Man nice car ! I just wanted to know, what lead you to the DSG instead of the manual ? I really can't decide myself lol...

[@NewEnglandPete]

This question is one that I get alot! I definitely should make a video as to why I chose this. But in a quick sum-up, the DSG has the performance over the 6mt... even when it makes the car heavier. The DSG has been out since Mk5, and it just gets better and better. Rapid shifts, and launch control are must haves IMO!

[@olympicllama5632]

Christophe Couture also the with the APR tune, the dsg is able to withstand the power increase, unlike the manual where a clutch replacement is inevitable

[@slayednpked1]

Christophe Couture if you plan on doing a minor tune with a manual be ready to change the stock clutch out, they’re made of wet paper. With the price of a clutch upgrade and install vs the 1100$ for the dsg upgrade it just makes more sense

[@cjc1193]

Just don’t make your decision based on cost. Because odds are you’ll be upgrading the clutch down the line if you plan on doing anything to the car (maybe even if you leave it stock and just drive it hard) and that will negate the savings of the standard trans. I still went with the 6 speed though, because I like driving it more

[@yoJuicy]

Get the manual. It is probably the last manual youll ever own! Manual is way more fun to drive and you have way more control. Who cares if its 0.5s slower off the line...

[@firefoxkilz]

Looking to get a Mk 7 soon. Would you recommend getting an axle back exhaust just for some extra noise? Not getting anything super expensive (

[@NewEnglandPete]

Not sure at that price range... but for around $680+ you can get a full Borla catback. Check ECSTuning for some custom axle-backs that they have.

[@olympicllama5632]

A muffler delete does a good job for these cars as well. You don’t get a raspy sound at all and if you partner it with an intake/blow off valve, you get some nice noises

[@dmsyr1]

Just get a downpipe and it sounds just fine.

[@pauzeygreaux1425]

Where did you buy your Euro tailights? and was it hard to install?

[@NewEnglandPete]

BMPTuning, it was a very easy install! The harness is a lot of work, but you can always skip it, and get plug n play installation without the dynamic turn signals.

[@ThatWhiteGLI]

I know you've answered this before but I'm gonna ask anyway, you still on stock clutch with APR stage 2?

[@AnEvilBigfoot]

Jonathan Haley he’s dsg

[@NewEnglandPete]

No worries homie! So I am still running the same clutch-pack as I am DSG, however I did do the APR TCU tune to help hold down the power and increase clutch clamping power to maximize the performance of the high-torque APR stage 2 ECU.

[@ThatWhiteGLI]

@@NewEnglandPete excellent 👌 thx. I'm reading up as I wanted to take my new manual GLI to stage 2, looks like I can do it with just APR downpipe alone and should be ok if I go with the low torque version. Gonna be wild going from 228 to 337hp!

[@jonb6947]

What car is next for yah? (Your videos and this car has come a LONG way since I left a comment letting you know you have to push the sunroof button all the way until it clicks to auto open/close 😅).

[@NewEnglandPete]

I remember you! From that POV video right? Hahah. Thanks for watching and commenting! 😁

[@jonb6947]

NewEnglandPete yeah that’s the one! What car is next for yah after the Mk7?

[@NewEnglandPete]

@@jonb6947 Another MQB platform car. I am very excited!

[@jacobbuck768]

How old were you when you first got the GTi?

[@philipkim6812]

would you buy a used low mileage golf r or a new golf gti??

[@NewEnglandPete]

used low mileage Golf R

[@Guillermoherrera22]

Hello! Can we see your rear deffuser? And how you mount it pleasee! Thanks!

[@NewEnglandPete]

Mod Cost/ Overview coming out shortly. However this diffuser is the Maxton Diffuser, there are a decent amount of videos regarding installation from other youtubers.

[@Guillermoherrera22]

NewEnglandPete perfect! Thanks buddy!

[@AC1234m]

I just hit 30,000 on my MK7 GTI .It’s a fun car but Im looking to trade it for a 2020 STI

[@asdfjkl2881]

I just got a 2017 gti last month and the sunroof leaks brooo lol

[@NewEnglandPete]

Oh no thats the worst! Did you clean the sunroof drains? Occasionally tree fallout/ dirt clogs the drain.

[@asdfjkl2881]

NewEnglandPete i will have to check that, I hope it’s that easy 🤔

[@dubbsapli5]

I think there is a recall on that. Take it to a dealer, and I bet they'll take care of that.

[@bettertraining3491]

ya, 2 of the 3 vehicles I've ever owned with sunroofs eventually malfunction and leak. I personally avoid sunroofs and convertibles as they're not worth all the issues. Maybe if it was a weekender car that mostly lives in a garage....

[@itseddienoteddy]

So, I gotta ask. How is it in snow? I travel up to New Hampshire from Mass every couple of months and I know it gets really bad.

[@marcclermont1849]

IAmEddie I’m in Canada so it snows quite a bit here. And honestly all you need is good winter tires and good throttle control and I do just fine.

[@NewEnglandPete]

What Marc said!

[@saucysesa3563]

Bought a professionally tuned mk7 with 14k miles on it drove it for maybe 10 minutes and the clutch completely shot and started smoking

[@phil_motorbikes284]

So even though you are about to get a new car, you would recommend buying one? Why exactly are you selling it? I didn't get that 😅 sorry

[@zohanjames7793]

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[@phil_motorbikes284]

@@zohanjames7793 so I should delete that comment and watch the video again?

[@zohanjames7793]

@@phil_motorbikes284 lol no. I put that there so I should follow the reply

[@phil_motorbikes284]

@@zohanjames7793 oh okay 😂

[@maxpayne421]

I paid 20,000 for my 2016 mk7 GTI and it had 39,000 miles. I feel stupid with such a purchase.

[@thedgopro6985]

Why? Overpriced?

[@maxpayne421]

@@thedgopro6985 yeah it was. With that type of mileage it should’ve cost around 15,000.

[@thedgopro6985]

@@maxpayne421 sheeshh i am looking for one rn i want a 2017 idk if i should just wait with 22k or 33k miles are around 19k 22k

[@maxpayne421]

@@thedgopro6985 If it has around 30k miles I’ll say maybe 17k is a good price. If you find one more than 20k dollars it’s overpriced. Kelly blue book is a good way to show you the actual value of the car.

[@thedgopro6985]

@@maxpayne421 thanks pretty much every car is overpriced:/

[@bettertraining3491]

My new golf's windshield is the same: cheap glass. My last vw mk3 Jetta was the same. I think Vw just uses pretty low quality windshields. I've had Hyundai , kia, ford ,gmc ,dodge before and none shared this problem. *shrug*

[@TheMr3742]

Want me some Pete drool 🤤 His dad looking fine too

[@gunnarhol]

You can fix that rattle in your armrest, by pulling that little slider back and layering electrical tape over and over underneath where it goes. Solution here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5mVpHSfht2lndU It drove me nuts as well.

[@NewEnglandPete]

Thanks Gunnar! Worked well.

[@dieselrules4843]

What rims are those? Very nice house sir

[@NewEnglandPete]

19 inch santiago.

[@kertveira]

where on earth did you find a mk5 for $22k with only 6k miles???

[@h3e44]

Crazy how you only have 48K I have 85Kmiles on my MK7 Golf.

[@NewEnglandPete]

I owned this car for most of my college years. I averaged like 10k a year give or take.

[@bigd90909]

Still for sale?

[@pedrobaptist1363]

bro you gotta low it asap

[@anthonyshackleton6178]

Wow in the uk we can only get a automatic handbrake

[@Coopjab]

Getting golf R huh?

[@NewEnglandPete]

I haven’t revealed exactly what I am getting, once I sold my GTI and purchase the new car, you guys will know ASAP! 😁

[@auxmike]

He looks about 16!

[@NewEnglandPete]

Thanks Mike