NEW MK8.5 VW GOLF GTI CLUBSPORT - WILL I BUY ONE + WHY A NEW 8.5 CLUBSPORT S MAY HAPPEN

IN THIS VIDEO I REQUEST YOUR SUPPORT SO I CAN REPORT ON THE NEW CLUBSPORT - THANKS FOR THAT - UNFORTUNATELY VW UK PRESS OFFICE PREFER TO INVITE OPINION-FREE INFLUENCERS THAN ALLOW GENUINE REVIEWS BY EXPERIENCED REPORTERS WHO SHARE WITH YOU THEIR BALANCED PROFESSIONAL OPINIONS, GOOD OR BAD.
In this unsponsored video I collate all the information available on the new Mk8.5 VW Golf GTI Clubsport that will be revealed on 31/5/2024 and consider the implications of VW entering a race version in this year's Nurburgring 24 hour race.
Link to the FCP Euro video about the Mk8 TCR racing car that was cancelled in 2020 but has come out of retirement in the VW Diesel Strasse museum to compete in the world's most grueling endurance race!
• The Car That Killed VW...
This video can be divided into the following sections:
0:00 teaser
0:08 graphics by @haslerdesigns
0:11 what this video is about
1:22 support the channel by commenting!
2:17 What we know about the new 8.5 GTI Clubsport
6:43 Why the 8.5 GTI Clubsport 24h racing car is so important
10:26 Will VW produce a stripped out road going GTI Clubsport 24h
11:41 Will VW start selling TCR racing cars again?
13:10 Will I buy a new 8.5 GTI Clubsport?
Can you spot what's wrong about the N24 poster in the background (apart from the R8 driving the wrong way out of Brunchen!) the let me know via the comments, first person to get it right get's their post pinned:)

[@volkswizard]

Thank you to everyone who has commented, I am massively touched by your support. I'm working on getting some official seal to my trip but we shall see. VW Germany posted a press release on the day after this video, basically saying what I said in this video with a few other juicy bits about the Clubsport, all of which I will cover in my next video, hopefully from the 'ring :)

[@CJR_989]

Having Andrew to film and comment on the the Golf 8.5 GTI Clubsport at its launch, would be a massive benefit to Volkswagen. His level of detail and knowledge are outstanding.

[@kratos9223]

You are the VW authority on KZbin, Andrew! When it comes to VW content, I wait for your opinion before watching any new VW launch videos! So please go! 😁 Before, I'm forced to watch a frustrating review of a journalist who thinks a GTI has a V6.

[@jonnyfez]

Be good to see Andrew at the new 8.5 GTI clubsport reveal. Great knowledgable VW content on this channel.

[@bokeerfamily-ox3yb]

We would love you to go this is 1 of the best gti channel on KZbin

[@jasonlanham3770]

You need to be there! You're the man for anything Volkswagen.

[@MikeSmith7021]

Go for it Andrew. I sold my mark 8 Gti because of massive infotainment issues, but loved the car.

[@escos0410]

Kept ours, took 3 years until the issues sorted It not going anywhere now

[@daviddouse7056]

Andrew, you are my go to channel for Volkswagen content. I’ve driven Golf’s for years thanks to you and you as ‘the Volkswizard’ have to be there. Your insight, knowledge and honest appraisals are invaluable 🙌🙌

[@justinkirkhope8810]

Hi Andrew, yes, please go, would be really great to see!

[@y14jms]

Andrew you simply have to be at that launch. Your channel is where I’d come for the decision on buying the Clubsport or not

[@ThomasHarrisonLord]

Fantastic summary of all the leaks, news and rumours - thank you!

[@josephh9401]

Go, we support you going!! Live the tag line at the end btw!

[@escos0410]

Had our mk8 for nearly 4 years, in fact we got ours 3 weeks after your mk8 Been waiting for the 8.5 and it’s defo the 8’s replacement

[@polestar5]

Especially with your expertise on the MK8 GTI Clubsport, it would be a great watch! Absolutely you should go!

[@sandbob8211]

Go for it man! Would love to see the new Golf unveiled!!!

[@andrewbarnard6935]

Yes please, I really look forward to your 8.5 review, hope you and VW make it happen

[@nonstopgamingYT1]

I always look forward to seeing your videos on cars. Being a VW enthusiast myself I would love to see you review a new GTI CS!

[@marklamb67]

You’ve got to be there , ! A must our Vw aficionado bar none

[@cliveweir]

Yessss need you there for this launch 🚀

[@DM-gx3lw]

please go!!

[@tooguru7492]

Top wiz 🎉🎉

[@billx4266]

Nice video for people with epileption

[@robertderboss9471]

How much HP will the Race Car have , can they Challenge Porsche , Mercedes , BMW etc??

[@mk8rline]

The tcr class consists of cupra leon, audi rs3, lynk&co 03, hyundai elantra n,opel astra and honda civic type r tcr models

[@robertderboss9471]

@@mk8rline IT does Not Drive in the tcr class at the 24 h Nürburgring race

[@cutocro6400]

We need you to go to this event! Go for it!

[@rodneycully2661]

Go, would love to see it

[@jayburrell]

As always it will be a great insight to a eagerly awaited golf go go go 👍

[@nme444]

Go - its vital content for the fans!!

[@ryangibson3552]

Would be great to see your coverage at the launch Andrew! 🤞 you get over there and get some great content for us all 👌🏻

[@markrennie6659]

Interesting times Andrew. And we absolutely need to see you over at the ‘ring!

[@josmith3565]

Cupra Leon 300 please

[@vr6280]

That would be an amazing video 😊😊😊😊👍👍👍👍

[@jenny80myles]

One of the many reasons why I watch your videos is I get wizard level of insight and perspectives that I don't get from most car journalist. It would be great if you can make the trip to Germany to cover the event, but I would understand if you can't make the business case. Can't wait to see what VW has up their sleeves. :)

[@j99bgr]

If you can, definitely go! That sounds like a dream event! As for the car, WOW... to say I'm excited, would be an understatement. This could be really incredible and could spark the love for VW again. (I really hope so).

[@skwyou5686]

Yes, please go. I'd love to see the video.

[@thomasrichards3167]

Fantastic content as always Andrew!!

[@roberttye5908]

Always look forward to your videos. Keep it up.

[@karldale9217]

Great video Andrew, hope you get to Germany 👌🏻

[@speed_hunters_rc]

Would be great to see you at the Nurburgring for the launch of the mk8.5 GTi Clubsport

[@robertcoughlan8272]

Ya definitely go Andrew, would love to see your take on it 😀😀

[@DarrenJMHughes]

I trust your opinions on the VAG world, you are the go to person on the topic with your in depth knowledge and enthusiasm. So yes, we would like to see you review the mk8.5 gti clubsport.

[@DavidMacfarlane-jt3jn]

Please go Andrew, you’re content is the best regarding vag products!!

[@jonathonbrett-qn1ic]

Hi Andrew, really looking forward to seeing probably the last iconic hot hatch from VW As you say it must be really special Going to be so expensive:( I’m pondering buying the new standard Golf GTI 8.5 and keeping forever Great video & the best on you Tube Vdub:)

[@damianmkv]

Would love to see it, Andrew. As an 8CS owner, an 8.5CS is appealing given that the 8s bugs should be gone.

[@S40TBS]

Yes go👍

[@rasherbasher8203]

We wanna see this beast👍

[@118boxing]

Your insight, level of detail, and balanced view of any new Volkswagen Golf model are second to none. So I think it would be well worth your attendance at the unveiling at the Nürburgring.

[@ronaldaja341]

Yes please hopefully it works out well!

[@nigelsmith8102]

This would be essential viewing so fingers crossed you get a proper invitation.

[@fergalmcintyre3942]

Go for it Andrew !

[@ajp5139]

Would love to see your take on the new model launch 👍

[@philsmith2219]

It would be great to see content from the launch event Andrew. You deserve more doors to be opened, more opportunities, more subscribers.

[@ianharris7785]

I would love to see you go to the launch of the new Golf GTI Clubsport and see your review of it.

[@MikeWooshy]

Get over there for it! Great to meet you at Prescott on Sunday. (Guy with the Black MK7 R)

[@marknichols5502]

Yes do it!

[@jamesead9095]

Get over to the Nürburgring my man. I would definitely be watching!

[@gurmitsingh4415]

of course we want you to go there, I've been watching your channel for years with best vw content 👌

[@mrjosephDJ]

Go!!!!

[@Whitect4v]

Please go

[@jacovan-der-walt8593]

You have to go my friend

[@timnewbury1792]

Please please please Do it TIM😊😊😊

[@chrisml91]

Andrew absolutely has to be at the Mk8.5 launch. Knowledge and attention to detail is second to none.

[@smiddysmidton8313]

definitely be wanting to see the new clubsport!

[@danielrussell446]

Would be great for you to go and attend the launch and give us your thoughts on the car have always enjoyed your videos and appreciate your knowledge on all VW cars go for it Andrew

[@malcolmscott4150]

Would love to see you there Andrew at mk8.5 GTI Clubsport at Nurburgring as you’re the expert we need to be there to relay this important new car details 🏎🎯👏

[@bikersparky]

Yes definitely go, you’re the man on the Gti front!

[@TraceyAllen]

I would love to see the unveiling, even though I live in the states.

[@I-Love_Carzz]

Rooting for you :)

[@SteveWebster376]

I want see the new GTI in the endurance race and I'd prefer you to present it. For that to happen, you should be there!

[@jimrooney9926]

I think performance Golfs’ are where you excel Andrew so yes, you need to be there and I would certainly watch the video!

[@colingibsoneg6rallycivic300]

You need to go Andrew, your Volkswizard channel is the reason I bought my Mk7 GTI Clubsport and I appreciate your genuine comments on the VW range of cars. Good Luck!

[@scotlandunplugged]

You should definitely be there. No one puts more effort into keeping up with the details on VW products. There can't be too many more Golf GTI lunches left. 😅

[@Musti.1973]

Andrew go go golf gti clubsport 8.5 reveal you got to go, always great to watch your reviews as always. 😊😊😊

[@davidrichards3]

You should definitely go to the unveiling-Your coverage of the event would be of interest to a lot of people

[@neilbirkitt1412]

Go for it Andrew! :-)

[@philchazwill]

Yes Andrew ... definitely go and give us your expert take on the new Clubsport.

[@kevinneary2283]

Yes you definitely need to go and check out a potentially new club sport . You are the only guy for the job 👍

[@stuhall4762]

Would be great to have you there to introduce us all to the 8.5 Clubsport

[@paul4092]

This is an interesting and important car- the GTi 8.5 sounds desirable enough [I'll order one as soon as they are available in UK] but if the Clubsport makes a good case- well...

[@superseven7947]

Hi Andrew, as a MK8 GTI clubsport owner , yes please go!

[@oliverhill4136]

We want to see you go!

[@tomasl8111]

Go for it Andrew, we'd love it

[@brianjohnston7344]

Yes you need to be there and also hopefully you are going to the Golf 50th anniversary event

[@dirkdesouza5975]

Andrew, you have to go to get all of us up to snuff on the legend Vee Dub GTi.

[@steveowen9740]

You have to go Andrew,the 8.5 facelift is such an important car for volkswagen after the issues with the mk8 that turned out to be such a disappointment for a lot of golf fans including myself!

[@stobsie]

Yes you need to get out there for the launch

[@nickm3026]

You need to be part of that 100%

[@palominokid3002]

Yes, please make your way over to the Ring !

[@scottdoel5423]

Got my support Andrew

[@howardgregory3888]

Nice tan! Hope VW UK get you a ticket.

[@jonnyronnyroker]

Get yourself to the launch if you can! I am interested to know more about it for sure! 👍

[@conradclaassen1214]

It's imperative we have the GTI guru at the clubsport release

[@222kamil]

lets go to the event!!!

[@TheNorville2]

That would be great if you could get yourself over there, of course I would be watching the video.

[@simpledude70]

We really want you to go Andrew! But only if you promise not to mess with the vehicle original wheels 😀

[@tonyjazz4073]

You asked and your Subscribers couldn't say anything but! As the premier VW Group trusted content provider, it would be foolish for VW not to have your experienced comments about this or any model in the range. Get packing!

[@jimmyjamal2392]

Andrew would love for you to show us the new 8.5 and tell us your thoughts

[@davelawrence594]

OMG please please go to this launch event as I'm looking at the new 8.5 GTI or the R & like the new facelift Cupra Leon ive been trying to find an english launch video in english & not one person has done one for whatever reason!!!🤔🤷🏼‍♂️ So please let's have an English fella at the launch of this Golf 8.5 !!!👌🏻👍🏻😃

[@milney2]

Andrew, please attend the MK.8.5 GTI Clubsport unveiling.

[@junkoandnigelwates403]

You should be at the launch good luck

[@parvindermander5664]

Yes go, you are the GTI guy