Take a peek through the catalogue of other cars which I've featured in Beards 'n Cars: kzbin.info/aero/PLli-l3TTlwDO_6yAJuczuC7IDDcTr6L9m
@jlsvideos59903 жыл бұрын
I bought my 08 R32 back in April of 2014. I was taking it for a test drive with my dad, and the salesman in the backseat. We were leaving the dealership and there was a small break in traffic while entering a yield and I gunned it. It threw everyone of us into our seats while I grinned ear to ear. The 4Motion AWD gripped the road and I experienced the linear power while the exhaust purred like a wookie. Pure bliss. I store it every winter and usually pull it out in late April. Always my favourite time of the year. It's mostly stock from a performance standpoint with a AFE cold air intake. Res Delete and APR exhaust tips with a few handfuls of cosmetic mods. I hope they bury me in my car one day. Cheers, #1283
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice
@conconr3223 жыл бұрын
Best comment
@gillesLegein3 жыл бұрын
Yes, love this reading. My blue from 2006 also stays for winter inside and love having a ride on a sunny day. It makes me smile everytime and will always do. A newer car as the R or GTI, it doesn't do the same to me
@EpicTyphlosionTV3 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: The Golf is one of the few European cars that most consider a "tuner" car
@techdeckerkick3 жыл бұрын
I have a MK5, feel like it’s a car for life! Even at 120k miles it runs like a dream. Only problem that winds me up in the rust issues it come with!
@hazzard87602 жыл бұрын
front wings ( which rust in the arch over the wheel) are relatively cheap and come pre-painted for £200 a pair on ebay. Easy to install, just bolts on
@RoosterRipper3 жыл бұрын
“Muscle Car of Hot Hatches” Yes, love it! Mine arrived Saturday and wow, what a car. No regrets 👌🏻
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice one, excellent little motor
@cliffb19323 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the R32 family bro. Im in south africa and we have a group called R32 OCSA. only r32 owners. This is a car for real
@gwaltzilla3 жыл бұрын
I love my 2008 R32. I owned a 98 GTI with a 2.8 VR6 when I was in the military and loved that car. When the R32s came out I thought I would never get my hands on one with there only being 5k made for the US market. Years after I got out of the military I was looking a nice small BMW or Mercedes at a car lot and found a used R32 with under 100k miles on it! I bought it with cash for $15k and drove off the lot knowing what a rare find I had. The previous owner was not kind to the car and I repaired the damage he/she made to the car. I could tell it had been in a wreck and the AC until was broken. I fixed up the car up. Its slightly modified now with 270hp. Its as perfectly balanced as a car can be in my opinion. It handles like a dream in any weather conditions and the sound it makes is just amazing. The only problems I have had with the car is the electric door locks went out. I wish there was an option for manual door locks and windows for it but what can you do? I dont think I will ever sell the car. Its well crafted and the best driving car I have ever owned. Its a grown up car that you can feel like a kid in. lol
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, fantastic little motor.
@rjj009 ай бұрын
What did you modify to get 270
@gwaltzilla9 ай бұрын
@@rjj00 Hello! I modified the Cold Air Intake and completely put in a new Exhaust System. I would have wanted to keep it as stock as possible but the pervious owner screwed up.
@peterfurber6966 Жыл бұрын
Bought a new M3 in 2003. Good car. Got a 2005 R32. Great car. And (brace yourselves) was built way better. Rock solid.
@hazzard87602 жыл бұрын
I've had my Mk5 R32 since new in September 2008. She is now 14 years old and fully serviced and never tuned or modified. I have an Mercedes AMG A45S+ which is blisteringly fast but I much prefer to drive my R32 as an everyday. The R32 has character but the AMG whilst a wonderful piece of 420 hp automotive engineering is not the same. The golf has been a dream and apart from wear and tear has had no major problems.. and that sound... pure bliss and everyone comments on it, even if they know nothing about cars..
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
Nice. I've had one for 8 months so far which is quite a while for my standards, cracking cars. Hasn't hit Clio V6 or Focus RS recognition yet, but I think they will in future
@rjj009 ай бұрын
How many miles doee your R32 have @hazzard8760 - how's the timing chain?
@hazzard87609 ай бұрын
Bought it in early 2008 so its coming up 16 years and she has done 155,000 miles all under my ownership. I clocked up 100,000 business miles in first 4 years from new back back and forth from Exeter to Southampton 4 times a week but in last 10 years I do roughly 3k- 5k a year and its been fully serviced with VW. Spoke to VW service engineer a couple of times about timing chains and he recommends leaving well alone unless you have cause for concern. The engine is one of the strongest VW ever made. They may go wrong , but he says you do get warning on the chain issue as it becomes rattly and noisy well before any serious issues and then only if the car has been raced or abuse. I'll never sell my R32 as its one ( now elderly) owner from new, fully serviced but no-one would ever give me what's its truly worth stating its high mileage but the engine is so strong it goes on forever f its serviced regularly and not messed with the likes of turbos or uprated camshafts etc . There are plenty of abused ones out there with half the miles miles and multiple ex owners that are dogs and absolute money pits for the unwary. Great car. Bought a 2 year old BMW M2 competition (21 plate) to replace the AMG45S last year but hardly use it. It not my type of car really, an enthusiasts car and absolute beast that will throw you in the hedge with too much throttle if you are not careful with close on 450bhp. Ideal for the track but I still prefer to drive the good old R32
@rjj009 ай бұрын
@@hazzard8760 thanks for the detailed reply! good to know. I'll never sell mine either!
@joshmerrick4716 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been thinking of buying a mk5 r32 for a while. I’ve always loved them ever since my boss back in 2007/2008 bought a new one. I was 18/19 at the time and would have given my left arm for one. I’ve been deliberating back and forth about an r32 or a gti edition 30 but this review has made my mind up for me. R32 all the way. It’s just so much more special than a gti. And no doubt the last of its kind. And I can only see prices going up. So grabbing one while they’re currently below £10k for a good one seems a good investment too
@HSGAutomotive Жыл бұрын
I'd say so yeah. The only time I'd say go for a different Golf, is if peak performance is the most important thing for you. Since GTi's can run more tuning at less cost. R32's can be monstrous (HPA Motorsport for example) but are more suited to be torquey muscle cruisers in my book, making it a perfect daily with a great soundtrack
@elliotttalksf18253 жыл бұрын
Lucky to have a MKV R32 myself. No way I’m ever selling it I absolutely love it!
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice one, a lot to love for sure
@elliotttalksf18253 жыл бұрын
@@HSGAutomotive It’s a great car no doubt!
@femstauk88653 жыл бұрын
I have a MKV and never selling it, ever It’s a pleasure to drive
@F9LMP Жыл бұрын
I’ve just come across this review, I’ve got the mk5 on a 58 reg, DSG and under 63k, the sounds it makes are epic
@qhawe40983 жыл бұрын
This is the best review of the legendary MK5 R32 I’ve ever watched! 👏👏Absolutely spot on!👏👏
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Cheers, glad you enjoyed 🤙
@pnwnative9183 жыл бұрын
MkV R32 owner here in the states! To say the price to get one is a bit higher around here, I got mine for $12,000 with 86k miles in May 2020, and I see a few others listed that cost the same or even more with more mileage than mine. I was originally considering wanting a Mk7 Golf Sportwagen S with a 1.8T since I saw one in Silk Blue with only 27k miles only costing about $1000 more, but I drove the R32 and I instantly fell in love with it, and a month later after I moved out I bought it! Could of not been happier! In the coming months of ownership, I literally straight piped it (I got a video 😉 ), and got the United Motorsports Triple Tune, and it just gets better! No regrets. It's not fast, but it sounds godly and I enjoy that more! I want to get a supercharger kit from Carlicious or somewhere like that, but the price of importing a one from Germany to the USA is a bit on the steep side for me currently. I do got a lot of mods waiting to be shipped and ready to go hopefully soon (coilovers, lightweight aluminum control arms, spherical bearing trailing arms, etc.). My main focus currently is to just shed some weight in mine (estimated 50 - 60lb rotational to be removed between wheels and 2 piece rotors!), as well as improve the handling, since mine feels loose and unstable in the rear when I try to push it. For issues, to what I hear, the biggest problem I may be facing upcoming with the car is timing chain stretch, that's the only major concern that I know of. You can hear it, as the sound is described like a rattling can of marbles, and it's suggested to get them changed at about 120k mile mark. Just check VCDS on the timing/stretch of the chain (blocks 208/209 on RossTech VCDS). If it's listed as more than +/-3-5 degrees, definitely needs to be replaced. At 96k for mine now it's only at -1 degree, which is really good, but it concerns me if the now 14 year old plastic guide rail, potentially considered being another weak point, could fail before the chains fully need replaced. Overall though I am so glad I got a VW R32! It's also so much fun in the snow with a fresh pair of Bridgestone Blizzak WS90s as well! That alone made it well worth getting an R over the Golf Sportwagen. Yes I could make the Sportwagen faster with an IS20 or 38 turbo upgrade, but nothing will ever beat the satisfying sound of the VR6, ever.
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice one, thanks for sharing!
@chas26003 жыл бұрын
I'm on my second one. I had 847 but it was stolen and trashed. I found this one and it's better than the first one. Love the R32
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Don't blame you, awesome motors
@grindon69733 жыл бұрын
Hopefully getting one of these soon…beautiful car that i have admired for the last 10 years if not longer. Helpful video mate cheers 👏🏼
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice one, enjoy!
@Kimishibai1003 жыл бұрын
Picking mine up tomorrow. 57k miles. Can't wait.
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Niiiice. There's a pretty strong chance that this is going to be my car of the year 2021. Outstanding machine.
@defenda13 жыл бұрын
Great review thank you. Like you said, this car has turned me into a boy racer. It's so fun to have a basic family car, that drives on rails and sounds mental when you want it to. Our family will outgrow her soon, should be selling but I'm hoping to buy a garage to keep her safe and supercharged.
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice one!
@88tmilko3 жыл бұрын
Had mine for 3 years and will never sell it!
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice one, I can totally get it 🤙
@CHWBAKA4502 жыл бұрын
I have a very similar R32 as this one. Love it. I’ve owned it since new in 2007. Would love to see more detail on all the special features of this car - Lear’s see the bay, the exhaust, suspension etc… I know you were talking the R32 in general here, but maybe a future video featuring special touches.
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
This one is long sold, but funnily enough I have purchased an R32 myself not long ago
@MRSTYFFakaLloydDStiff13 жыл бұрын
I've been looking for a sc kit for my 08 R32 for the last 2yrs but can't find one only turbo kits. 350 to 400 hp will b perfect . With a turbo set up I wld have to get rid of my super sprint headers which I dnt want to get rid of. Car currently running 13.8 vis draggy. It has full super sprint exhaust from headers back, ECS intake United Motorsport tune from ecu, dsg & haldex, 034 sway bar & engine mount, ST coilovers ect
@jaronlafayette83113 жыл бұрын
Brilliant vid mate, the sound from these v6’s is heavenly, currently looking for one now 👍🏾
@carlover95483 жыл бұрын
Awesome video!! I have the lucky of see almost every day a MKV R32 with aftermarket exhaust and it's amazing! Keep uploading more content!
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice, glad you enjoyed it bud
@torstenkaus35592 жыл бұрын
That video opening with that engine "music" was just perfect 😚 There simply is no replacement for displacement.. It's a shame Volkswagen is no longer offering a six-banger in it's "R"-models .. 😩
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
Yeah gorgeous sound, and yes the VR6 era will be missed for sure. This and the much less talked about Passat R36
@vuyolwethutshirana31443 жыл бұрын
They also have some timing chain issues when they have high mileage...
@s1_vbe3 жыл бұрын
Looking at getting my first one but watching great videos like this one to understand the best buying tips.
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice one, plenty to love in the R32 for sure
@kanishasilva2762 жыл бұрын
Just purchased one in Japan, very much looking forward to physically see it
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
Ey nice. I ended up buying one myself last month too, imported from Japan lol 😂
@gillesLegein2 жыл бұрын
I have a blue one since november and my dream is fulfilled haha. The sound and the spacious interiour are my favorites. I also really like the design of the mk5 . I drive it only on sunny days. New doing some OEM+ mods and she recently got a full inspection and maintenance done 😎
@gillesLegein2 жыл бұрын
The only thing which I hate is the rust on the arches + the top layer is starting to peel off. So I need to invest in a full respray I guess but it's expensive. Also the engine chain does worry me but she sounds healthy.
@sauceyful3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video mate
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bud, glad you enjoyed it
@marcwhitaker68853 жыл бұрын
U couldn’t have said it any better I got one two months ago yes door lock as gone noisy struts and head liner drops but over hall engine good dsg good not much off a kick but powers all way there the engine sound just better then listening to the radio
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice. There may end up being an R32 in my future, who knows 🤙😜
@Driff973 жыл бұрын
This car was in Test Drive Unlimited, and for some reason with a level 3 tune the gearbox was glitched, as 5th gear felt like it should be placed before 4th.
@Driff973 жыл бұрын
Also this is personally one of the best sounding startups in this series so far.
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
For sure, almost sounds like the GranTurismo
@arrbek23592 жыл бұрын
Other things that 'go' in time in an R32... Plastics. The little air vent adjustors. The clips that hold the audio frame and the top vent in. The fuking console accordion drawer.
@Benjaber743 жыл бұрын
I own one mk5 R32 red color.. What a car
@Poorsche3 жыл бұрын
I’ve had mine since 2017 (mk5 r32 #563 , super reliable and fun car. I’ve added a borla non res catback, afe intake, Airlift suspension along with a couple other upgrades. Biggest thing with these is keeping up with the maintenance. I’m proud to say I do t have a cel light and it’s been my daily up until last month. Dbp 🙌🏽
@DendroR323 жыл бұрын
no, it's not too much in fact it's to little they should bring back the Vr6 and put the 3.6 into it
@davexjs58893 жыл бұрын
Nice Car Top Review Thanks.
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it bud
@neblolthecarnerd3 жыл бұрын
I like and respect the r32 skyline however I prefer this r32 just because of the concept and the oddball coolness of it. Luckily I don’t believe the jdm fanboys watch your vids so I won’t be flamed for my opinion here 😂.
@Zim5.03 жыл бұрын
Yeah The JDM and Tesla fanboys are the cancer of the car community.
@Leathersladekitchen3 жыл бұрын
I went from an R32 DSG to a 635d as my usage changed, would I have another R32? Yes, but I have a few things to tick off the list first. They’re great cars, the noise is intoxicating, and regardless what folk say, they’re not slow. However, and as you know, a stock, let alone mapped 635d would destroy one on figures whilst doing 48mpg...
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Both great choices in the BnC roster, lol 👌
@freepalestinelonglivegaza94163 жыл бұрын
@@HSGAutomotivelifes to short to think about mpg, in a 100 years time it won’t even matter !! P.s that Diesel engine tappets are soul destroying when your sat idle, and B roads on a rainy day, the bmw would be more fun but cant power around the bends, but yeh life’s happens and mpg comes in the equation
@wedrive525it3 жыл бұрын
Very easy to work on. Not as easy as an 90s BMW but more reliable. My only complaint would be Volkswagen understeer. Has the m car feel plus extreme ahead of time Volkswagen engineering. Keeps up with Super sports cars stock. Considering it’s hp stock you wouldn’t expect it to travel like it does. Poor mans 911. Or modern 914 car.
@oclv110sl3 жыл бұрын
Any details about the supercharger set up?
@JC_463 жыл бұрын
How does the RS4 (B7 or B8 as they seem to be similar money atm) compare to a supercharged R32? Which would you have? How are they different?
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
I haven't driven the B7 as yet, but the B8 is a good motor. The Golf is far more engaging to drive than the B8, but if you need the extra space then the B8 is for you, available as a wagon only of course.
@robberth69473 жыл бұрын
For me the sweet spot is the Audi TT 3.2 roadster, the VR6 in a roadster with an aluminum body😃. As a roadster it doesn’t pretend to be a sportscar
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
The first car I ever went over 100 mph in as a kid, a friends' red TT 3.2 Roadster
@emmacathie39243 жыл бұрын
I have a mk5 r32 and I LOVE IT! Best looking golf regardless😍😎 Great video🙌🏻🤟🏻
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Nice one ✌️
@xxhydraxx63512 жыл бұрын
What are your rims & specs on your rims and tires???? Because I wanna get rims like that for mine :) and are you running spacers too???
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
This one isn't mine, so no idea now unfortunately, its long sold
@shouclak2 жыл бұрын
Hi! Could you tell what is the exhaust system on the R32 in this video? Thanks!!
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
I believe this one was a Milltek catback, which is good for a higher pitch. Mine has a back box delete which gives a deeper pitch
@timedvardsson22542 жыл бұрын
Hello man great video! What are those rims i also have an r32 and realy lovr those rims! Happy for answers 👍👍
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
Bought one myself since this review, but no idea on the rims this one has unfortunately
@timedvardsson22542 жыл бұрын
@@HSGAutomotive okay thank you anyways man happy for the answer good videos 😊
@HammerDrew2 жыл бұрын
Did you buy this car? I was the previous owner who had it supercharged, just curious to know? 😀
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
No haha. Loved this one, but mines’ here on the channel. A totally stock silver 5 door imported from Japan 🤙 well, stock until a recent muffler delete, lol
@HammerDrew2 жыл бұрын
Ah I see. Good review 👍🏻 What was the asking price can you remember?
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
@@HammerDrew I can’t recall exactly, I wanna say 15-18k or something maybe
@juanruiz88313 жыл бұрын
Anyone knows the cosmetic upgrades?such as the splitter , side skirts , and diffuser?
@JohyeahM2 жыл бұрын
The front and sides are easy to find...but the rear one featured here I've not been able to find anywhere. It's pretty perfect too. I'll keep looking I guess...
@hahastler55433 жыл бұрын
which radio you have?
@MrBluebilko3 жыл бұрын
Are you allergic to manual gearshifting? Genuine question! 😁
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
I've driven and reviewed manuals, so no, lol. I don't find them fun, in the slightest. Outdated idea, slower, less gears, more regular repairs needed from drivers who can't use clutches, less efficient, needless third pedal to press when you don't want to as a bigger guy, the list goes on
@MrBluebilko3 жыл бұрын
@@HSGAutomotive I love the feeling of a manual gearbox, it makes me feel more involved in the experience of driving, that satisfying ‘clunk’ is addictive imho
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
I also have no issue with anyone else liking manuals. I get why people like it for sure. Just not when they try to convince me why I should, lol
@jeffthurston98353 жыл бұрын
Some of us with back issues appreciate having a car like this.
@R32-R323 жыл бұрын
Anyone know the brand and the style of the wheels?
@garrettdrake63213 жыл бұрын
Do you know what front and side lips were on that one? Need those for mine
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
I don't, sorry bud. I will say they scraped an awful lot around corners though, lol
@rabbiebhoy2 жыл бұрын
Why has it got a black apron instead of the usual aluminium one?
@HSGAutomotive2 жыл бұрын
Previous owner obviously changed it. I'm not a fan personally, and have the original silver on mine
@paulglowacz17653 жыл бұрын
Some days I miss my R32 😕
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Can't blame ya
@GC-pl1md Жыл бұрын
What mods does your car have?
@HSGAutomotive Жыл бұрын
I've since changed up mine again, but mine was a mostly stock R32. Its here on the channel anyway, but had wingback seats, bluetooth touch screen fitted and a stainless back box bypass
@adrianrobinson84583 жыл бұрын
You forget to mention that VW have replaced the R32 V6 with the golf R 3.6 biturbo, everyone speaks about the 2.0 golf R however, you all forgot about the 3.6 biturbo golf R, which is your modern R32 golf.
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Because they didn't. HGP motorsport built it, not Volkswagen.
@landrover35963 жыл бұрын
I can't agree with you more with your review of the awesome R32. Had a MK4 R32 with a stage 2 VF ENGINEERING SUPER CHARGER. How I miss the R32. The only reason I don't like the MK5 R32 it's because here in the state's they didn't offer it with a manual. Not to fond of the DSG transmission. I believe a hot hatch should be 2 door's and a manual I absolutely hate the golf R fart maker's and who designed the mk8 golf R? Can you say ugly as sin? Nice review 👌
@Benzz903 жыл бұрын
Took me a while in the UK to find mine for this exact reason.. lucky last year I picked up a 2009 with 49k miles on the clock, wingback seats and manual 👏 epic car and I watch these supercharge videos patiently waiting for the day mine becomes the same 😂
@cannonball94783 жыл бұрын
Cheers 🤦♂️ now I’m scouring auto trader for these 😂
@HSGAutomotive3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy, lol
@bigmafiaxx2 жыл бұрын
This one is the best golf r no argument
@nick94633 жыл бұрын
Very well done, relaxed and enjoyable, thank you sir......I have a 2008 R32 What would I need to upgrade for a supercharger?....pistons...crank or do I have to with a well taken care of 121000 mile r33?
@Benzz903 жыл бұрын
Depends what stage supercharger kit you go for.. 320bhp / 350bhp / 410+ Most recommend pistons with 410+ and a head spacer but this kit is fairly a nice easy bolt on item with some additional parts ofcourse… if you are high mileage as long as it’s had a nice life then it’s probably fine for the above but this would only be told with checking them prior to works going ahead to confirm.. The best mod I ever did was the suspension, Bilstein B14, whiteline antilift kit, whiteline front/rear ARB which make this car solid for any cornering 😁😁 also the Porsche 18Z BBK is not only a good upgrade but looks pretty behind the wheels.