The 2024 VW GTI 380 Edition Is Much Better Than I Originally Thought! (Owners Review)

After owning a FL5 Type R, a MK7.5 Golf R, a 2021 WRX STI, and a 2021 Camaro SS 1LE and many other cars I can honestly say that this 2024 VW Golf GTI 380 edition is one of the best cars I've ever owned and this video will show you why. #MK8GTI #GTI #Racecarfriends
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[@Anthony-rt8pu]

Same kind of thing happened to me but I had a sweet harley street glide all tricked out but some bad bad part flaws and it drove me nuts. So there is this vw dealer across the road from where I live and not planning to buy a gti I stopped and looked traded in my bike for a 24 gti 380 ab. Now I'm also impressed. I love just getting in driving. So much potential .

[@RaceCarFriends]

Haha that is a great story! It's very similar to how I got my first GOLF, I was helping my friend purchase a Mazda CX-5 at a Mazda dealership and when they were in finance I went across the street to a VW dealership and saw that they had a 2019 Golf R there and at the time I owned a 2019 Subaru WRX STI so I wasn't even expecting to like the VW I was just bored, but after driving it I had to get it lol it was literally one of the best cars I've ever owned.

[@fastlife35]

I'm happy that you finally explained why you got out of the WRX and bought the GTI it all makes sense now but after watching all of your videos I think the GTI is the overall better car.

[@RaceCarFriends]

Lol yup it was a crazy experience and yup I'm happy in the GTI now.

[@QueTheChaotic]

This car has so many features it’s crazy

[@RaceCarFriends]

Facts!!!

[@AFireInsideSS]

Yes sir! I commented on your other video that I was shopping for either a new civic si or a GTI and I just placed my deposit today on a reflex silver and black 380 S. Super excited to go back and hit the paperwork next week and bring her home!

[@RaceCarFriends]

Hey whats up I remember you! Thanks for coming back and letting me know which one you went with! Let me know how you like it after you get it.

[@100GRANDNATE]

Once again we outside. I feel like the GTI is the sleeper of the crew. These cars are fast and mean looking. I cant wait to see you put your finishing touches on this vehicle. I cant believe you fit in there at 6'6 . WE OUTSIDE !!

[@RaceCarFriends]

Lol facts we outside I'm low key super excited to see which car you're going to add on to your channel to compliment your Type R I already know it's going to be crazy!

[@100GRANDNATE]

@@RaceCarFriends FACTS

[@RaceCarFriends]

@@100GRANDNATE 💯💯💯

[@BLUPRINT1LE]

I appreciate this video! You was just telling me about these cars and the fact that these cars is priced right that’s not over the time and not a huge markup these is starting to grow on me. All these features is crazy. Since you had it, is all the touchy technology is annoying as people thought or you it’s not a big deal?

[@RaceCarFriends]

Yeah man it's an amazing car to be honest and the infotainment setup is a lot easier to live with on the S model, I got used to it after about an hour or so.

[@WillMotivation]

Good stuff bro! Put honest review or owners review in the title

[@RaceCarFriends]

Thanks brother and yup I just did it, thanks for the advice! 🙏🏿

[@sensationalcarz]

VW made these cars bulletproof for sure. Great vid man.

[@RaceCarFriends]

Yup I agree and thanks I really appreciate it.

[@samirbhargava5]

I had the 2013 Gti loved it I got into an accident two weeks ago someone hit me from behind and totaled the car …I now just got the gli 40th anniversary edition yesterday coming on my birthday 7/18

[@RaceCarFriends]

Sorry to hear about your accident brother I hope you're okay and congratulations on the GLI I love those cars!

[@bender2033]

You got me looking at that 24 GTI 380s, dealer finally offered 35k otd and I was tempted. Then I found out about the 23 arteon. Detuned golf r driveline 300hp, hatchback but DSG only. Now here's the kicker VW just dropped 5k incentive, and I just got a quote for 36.9 mark d down from 48k! Pretty tempting no manual but that dsg doin work 4.7 sec 0-60 !

[@RaceCarFriends]

I dunno man having the last year of the manual gearbox GTI feels really special to me, I get that the Arteon is faster and looks luxurious but I feel like I would get bored of it after a while whereas with the GTI the fun will only increase especially when it comes to modding it.

[@bender2033]

@@RaceCarFriends I hear you for sure! The arteon would be closer to 40 OTD, if I could get the dealer down to 32-33 OTD on the GTI that would seal the deal. Its been on their lot over 30 days so maybe theyll bite + july 4th sales.

[@RaceCarFriends]

@@bender2033 Yup cant hurt to ask, try and see that would be a steal of a deal if they give it to you for that price.

[@trackeagle6013]

Arteon 4,000 lbs mainstream family sedan vs GTI 3,100 lbs iconic hot hatch completely different cars & driving dynamics. GTI will lap Arteon at the track. For 0-60 best to go with Tesla.

[@RaceCarFriends]

@@trackeagle6013 Facts I agree!

[@tytheartist18]

I have a 2023 Golf GTI SE Manual and it’s one of the best vehicles that I have had! Previously had an Acura Integra A spec manual and it wasn’t efficient in being speed and got totaled. GTI IS WAYYY BETTER IN TERMS OF DRIVING DYNAMICS. I actually have good ambient lighting, the torque, a/c vents in the back, etc.

[@RaceCarFriends]

Exactly I actually considered getting an A Spec instead of the GTI but after driving both I honestly feel like the GTI is the much better car.

[@KonstantinosAlexandropoulo-c1t]

What badass car.I have a VW Polo.This golf looks amazing and it is a must buy!!!

[@RaceCarFriends]

Thanks and yup you're right it's definitely a MUST BUY!

[@RaceCar21]

I heard that shout-out. Appreciate you brother RCF. 🙏

[@RaceCarFriends]

No problem you're welcome brother 🙏🏿 #Weoutside

[@chrisbracken7889]

Golf hasn't been for me. You changed my mind. Great options.

[@RaceCarFriends]

Thanks for the comment and yup it really is a great all around and fun car.

[@Youngz7116]

Yup this is why I’m getting that gti 🙏

[@RaceCarFriends]

Facts I highly highly recommend it!

[@gaborherman1481]

Glad to hear your got such a good deal on the GTI 380. Is that net after a trade in of some type? I see $38-41K for 380 GTIs. How did you do it?

[@RaceCarFriends]

Thanks and no I got it for 32k+++ but I think it was the timing I got it before even the sales people really knew what the 380's were.

[@maximillianmitchell4380]

Those 380’s look awesome! Now you’ve had both this and the 23 WRX, what are your thoughts between the two? I’m torn. Love the hatch and German style but awd on the WRX is very tempting.

[@RaceCarFriends]

To be honest it comes down to what matters to you the most, the WRX is a little bit more fun to drive and has a waaaay better sound system when you get it with the Harmon Kardon sound system, the WRX also has more passenger space, but the GTI is better if you're going to mod it and it's slightly more reliable and also better looking in my opinion.

[@maximillianmitchell4380]

@@RaceCarFriendsYeah hard to beat that engine and the hatchback. I guess I’ll have to decide how important awd is. Appreciate the reply! 👊🏼

[@RaceCarFriends]

@@maximillianmitchell4380 No worries and yeah the AWD is really good on the WRX too, but I honestly don't miss it in the GTI.

[@ryanbates309]

If you want to see your song on your screen swipe left from the right side

[@RaceCarFriends]

Sweet thanks I appreciate it I'll give that a try.

[@gonin60detailing82]

They are great machines

[@RaceCarFriends]

Yup agreed big time!

[@fastlife35]

Sorry for being late bro work was kicking my butt yesterday.

[@RaceCarFriends]

No need to apologize brother I'm just happy you're here.

[@stefancogurik166]

6'1, not anywhere near your height haha, but thank you for the tall perspective review!

[@RaceCarFriends]

Lol no problem happy to help.

[@duangc3280]

Same car 70k euros in holland. Wow just found out they dont even sell the gti anymore in government ruled holland.

[@RaceCarFriends]

Wow! That is outrageous! How do they justify that price?

[@duangc3280]

@@RaceCarFriends taxes basically and thats just the tip of the iceberg.. nice that u got a manual..

[@RaceCarFriends]

@@duangc3280 Wow that's very disheartening, hopefully things change for the better soon, and thanks yeah I'm happy I got it as a manual.

[@duangc3280]

@@RaceCarFriends holland is ruined forever.

[@RaceCarFriends]

I feel like that's the case for most of Europe and the America's.

[@escos0410]

What does the 380 stand for?

[@RaceCarFriends]

It's a special edition package for the 2024 manual GTIs, the 380 name is derived from the internal model code of the MK8's.

[@mr.morbid9181]

Are you going to get the engine cover Volkswagen giving them out for free.

[@RaceCarFriends]

Aww man for real? TBH I don't really like the MK8's engine cover, what do you think, should I get it?

[@RaceCar21]

@@RaceCarFriends Get it, then sell it. Free money. 💰

[@mr.morbid9181]

@RaceCarFriends yes it's free you can always take it off if you don't like it.

[@RaceCarFriends]

@@RaceCar21 Lol facts

[@RaceCarFriends]

@@mr.morbid9181 True I'll reach out to my local dealership and see, or does it need to be from the exact dealership I purchased mine from?

[@100GRANDNATE]

Yes

[@RaceCarFriends]

And holding it down in the 3rd spot on the podium it's the Diabolical one!

[@RaceCarFriends]

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[@QueTheChaotic]

Outside!

[@RaceCarFriends]

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[@BLUPRINT1LE]

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[@RaceCarFriends]

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[@RaceCarFriends]

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[@ChristianaMavis]

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[@RaceCarFriends]

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[@RaceCar21]

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[@RaceCarFriends]

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[@RaceCarFriends]

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