Why the Mk5 Golf GTI is the PERFECT car for petrolheads on a budget

[@jack.curtis1453]

This was genuine pleasure to watch. Full of relevant information but didn't bore me to the point of skipping. Filmed and edited really well, love the style of review. Subscribed, hope to see more car reviews soon!

[@Happyface45678]

Genuinely thought this guy was a professional car reviewer and then saw this was his first video. Damn... very impressive quality, editing, audio. I can appreciate quality; this guy deserves more subs.

[@henriettaduran2621]

true this video was an amazing starting point for his channel in my perspective

[@MatejaMaric]

4 years later, and now he is a professional car reviewer over on the Fully Charged channel. Great guy.

[@stidy8315]

This guy will blow up, great Top gear style review, looking at one of these tomorrow in white, hopefully it’s not a nail 👍🏼

[@JackScarlett1]

What a lovely comment, thank you! I would have loved to pick up a white one but they're pretty hard to find. Hope it works out!

[@robhines4537]

Check everything, make sure fan comes on, noisy engine don’t worry , go for standard full service, check when cambelt was done if not budget £500 for that. Good luck and enjoy

[@theoneanton]

I have a white Mk6 (yes, there was one between the 5 and 7!) and it is an awesome, affordable all-rounder

[@nicolaslorenzo9654]

Totally agree. Awesome video. Great knowledge of the GTi brand and very entertaining. You're going far

[@Tavi222]

My main goal is to blow up

[@llbros7297]

This guy is amazing... the quality, the filming, the cinematography... everything

[@GhostFindingstv]

My mk4 gti has lasted me since 2014 and still going strong. Great video

[@AngelRodriguez-sz9cy]

i have so many petty problems w mine, glad yours is runnin well

[@GhostFindingstv]

@@AngelRodriguez-sz9cy what sort problems you have

[@AngelRodriguez-sz9cy]

@@GhostFindingstv where to start, well as of right now my axle is broken, thats the biggest thing, all the other shit isnt as bad. When i bought the car their were socks in the engine and a machete in the trunk

[@GhostFindingstv]

@@AngelRodriguez-sz9cy arrr no not good mines modified so everything underneath had been changed but I have had problems with throttle lag

[@HenrySoBeefy]

Ghost Findings tv had a mk4 since 2013 no problems at all just sagging headliner lmfao but I traded for a mk5 just cause it was a steal, and a upgrade I miss it the mk4 tho wish I never traded it, but I love the mk5 feel like the mk4 is simple fun and crisp while the mk5 is lovely lol but quick af!

[@elchucapablas]

My first car was a white mk5 golf with 145000 miles. Amazing car. Never gave me any problems at all. After you modify suspension and wheels, braking, acceleration, and handling improve so much. Fun little go cart

[@jack191188]

Great video and totally spot on, had more fun in my manual mk5 than a previous mk7 dsg golf 2015 golf r! Best all round hot hatch for 3k hands down.

[@sammumford2975]

That poppadom comment absolutely killed me 😂 BWTV brought me here and your content is amazing! Makes me want to go from my MK4 to a MK5 now

[@robdog9265]

Hey Jack, this was a fantastic video. Really well done. I watched it a couple months ago and actually purchased my MK5 because of it. Good job and keep it up with the great content!

[@aaron3503]

hey man I just checked out your channel, and you make some great stuff.

[@jamescreador6153]

me too lol

[@777geeman]

I love my MK5 and it's dual clutch (not for the purist i know but i'm quite lazy) is amazingly quick and only occasionally gets it wrong when not sure if it should be changing up or down a gear. Damn i brought mine three years ago and it wasn't 3000 quid (i wish it was) but having very low kms i was happy to pay twice that. I've only ever replaced the battery and tires and that neat feature that alerts you time to get a service is so handy. Be safe man.

[@mateuszmaciol3141]

Makes me so sad i sold mine and moved to a wrx. Tho I fell in love with wrx's first, the guy is right... mk5 gti was the perfect driving car in every aspect possible. Comfortable ride, plentiful tuning options for ludicrous power to weight ratio, handles twisty roads like a champ on proper suspension setup, never ever broke down, steering was insanely smooth, the smile was always there when I sat for my commute. (+slap a nice 3" high flow catted downpipe, blow off valve, and milltek cat back and the noises are a symphony to the ears. also a neck breaker) I miss it so much :'(

[@mu_aadib]

So glad to have come across this video. Am in the market for a Golf (been driving a Proton Wira for the past 7-8 years, yikes) and you, sir, have got me sold on a Mk5 GTI.

[@JackScarlett1]

Yes!! Delighted to hear it mate, keep me updated on what you end up going for spec-wise

[@reelbigstudios363]

I own a mk7 and I love it! I wasn't expecting too much when I stumbled upon this review, I mainly thought it was something nice to have in the background but you have lots of personality and I love this review.

[@Tr4shSpirits]

This video is absolutely fenomenal! production, personality, delivery. You nail it all

[@colbymag2053]

Wow. Hit it right on the head with a great analogy to the higher end, no compromise cars. I can’t believe I haven’t thought of that until you just said it. Great video. Definitely how realistic driving enthusiasts are if they have any sort of priorities. Make more like this!

[@oushhhhhhh9253]

Wicked channel, professional and well spoken and knows how to drive

[@ConnorSimpson007]

Could not agree more. Bought my mk5 gti 4 months back and am still loving it. The 4drs is a big bonus aswell

[@davidwade7681]

What year ?

[@francesconegri8723]

I usually never comment, but this one is a beatifully made video! Well done!

[@jamiehunter91]

Hey so bit of back ground I'm a massive petrol head! I also enjoy things like photography, cinematography and KZbin. For instance I've watched every single vlogger, 'influencer' there is going. So not just a passing comment, but genuinely, what an outstanding production, use of camera angle, camera movement, different lenses, even the colour grading was great! But most importantly this guy, he's got it, he's infectious, and a real pleasure to watch. Top job my friend, just gained a sub!

[@JackScarlett1]

Massively appreciate that mate, and will pass those kind words into my cameraman!

[@jamiehunter91]

@@JackScarlett1 Please do very much aspire to get some decent video skills, pretty good with photographs, but video is a different ball game!

[@ThatguyGears]

You've got to be a film student or something, your first video can't be this good 😅 I'm sure your channel will blow up fairly quickly if you carry on like this 👌🏿

[@JP94]

Aint rocket science you moron

[@dirtyasianmafia2310]

@@JP94 Aint science you rocket moron

[@aztecsoul817]

About to be 26 and I love my gti. Never even of thought of owning a vw but when I test drove it to keep me busy why the dealer was looking for the keys to another car I was looking at I fell in love with it and I love it more and more everyday.

[@HelloHi-tt5sl]

I bought a Type R EP3 Premier Edition for £3,200. 200bhp approx standard been modded a little. 0-60 approx 6.6secs. Naturally Aspirated VTec. Plenty of fun. Downside - Not the most civilized in stand still traffic at peak time..... but I think the FUN FACTOR of this car is.. ...a lot of fun try it

[@mindspinn311]

Hell of a first video. Subscribed! In 2004 when I was 18 the Mk5 was my dream car. I may still buy one as a cheap daily driver. Cheers!

[@ryancameron237]

Make more of these mate. Far superior to the majority of car reviews I see on here. Nice one 👍🏼

[@JackScarlett1]

I really appreciate that. Just sorting some logistical stuff but lots and lots of videos to come!

[@DiegoGraebin]

Please do more videos! Hard to find a real car guy that is not annoying. Really enjoyed watching 🙌

[@danielbromilow3636]

Summed up perfectly why I want this car! My mates think i'm mad for wanting a MK5 over some diesel BMW or Audi. It's called F U N. Also can't believe this is only your first video, so refreshing to watch!

[@dans730]

Good video, mate! I still have my 2-doors mkv gti bought new in 2007! I love this car so much! Now is 150,000 kms on the clock. Will plan to keep it to another 10 years.

[@richarddale76]

Eric Ho the EU won’t let you..#emissions

[@dans730]

+richarddale76 not sure it will happen in Australia where I am living... Hopefully not!

[@dans730]

+Bob Pegram I once had a mk4 golf in 2003. I switched to gti for its legend.

[@TheYBGOON]

Wow. Like I wasn’t expecting a review like this. Well done 👍🏽

[@drivewayjunkie]

Fair play, this review was very easy watching with funny points and facts. This guy will go places.

[@MrDanielsahne]

I like your video, even if iam a BMW guy. Was in the same situation. And got a 330ci e46 with sharper cams and professional tuned ecu. Got a big trunk, rear seats, its rwd, its reliable with that 3 Litre I6 and looks cool in my opinion. Keep up the good work, really nice quality!

[@rossb3175]

Great review, love mine! Its identical other than being the 5 door, had mine nearly 2 years and its made me want the mk7!

[@Falconjt179]

Just bought a 2009 MK5 in white absolutely love it, great review!

[@random_akhi677]

That was really good bro I honestly didnt want the video to end. Just subscribed. Keep it up.

[@JackScarlett1]

Thanks a lot mate, appreciate that. Filming the next one this sat with a fun, cheap-as-fuck sports car

[@peterkelly7937]

Excellent presenting, and great camera/sound work. Well done.

[@ronsta11]

I agree with everything you said about the MK5 Golf. I never had a Volkswagen and when I finally got one, it came in the form of a Mark 5 R32. I cannot think any other car will give me the experience that I get to enjoy on a daily basis. And because mine has the 4Motion AWD, it is great in the snow too! I love the MK5 and secretly wish I could add a MK7.5 to give the MK5 some company.

[@Joeseffel]

Nothing to add that hasn't already been said really, but I wanted to show my encouragement; this is great stuff, definitely keep it up!

[@JackScarlett1]

Means a lot man. New vid coming very shortly, just shot it today!

[@madmac8277]

I’m looking too but one this weekend that’s how I found your video and you’ve actually made my mind up for me 👍 Can’t wait to get myself in one and get on some twisty welsh roads on Sunday

[@jonathandovaston]

3:35 = Jeremy. Anyone that knows the meaning of that. Hats of to you!!

[@malintha]

Awesome review. Love it as an old top gear enthusiast. Keep it up bro!

[@ClementPeter]

Best of the best car review I’ve ever watched!

[@boostedmk5gti563]

I love my mk5

[@Vnzdriver]

i have a love hate relationship with mine

[@brendang8867]

SupremeCheeto same

[@crkst]

@@Vnzdriver samsies

[@TheOrangeKou]

@@Vnzdriver lol

[@TheOrangeKou]

@@Vnzdriver what's wrong with it?

[@linoramalho2291]

Good quality video and to the point, yet funny, review. You got yourself a subscriber. Cheers from Portugal

[@jackrichardson42]

Obrigado, my friend!

[@mc1996]

Simples e bem feito. Como ainda falta muito por cá ;)

[@50apriliarx]

Superb video mate! Way better than those guys with 3 mil subs. Keep it up!

[@MicaNy]

Agree!! Why i been driving the 5gti for 5 years now love it.

[@XTU]

Cracking review. Very top gear styled. Wasn’t boring, effect and straight to the point. Nice video! Subscribed 👍🏻

[@slothclaws]

I owned one of these for a few years. Stage 1, downpipe, struts and springs, running around 230hp. 150k-180k miles I ended up burning my wallet. I believe I spent around $4000 in a year just to have it run. Endless misfires, cold start start misfires, electronic codes were also endless. I own an Abarth now. But I will say, the ride, handling, and amount of power was my favorite of any hot hatch I've ever been in. If money weren't an objective I would have kept this as long as I could. I just couldn't spend more time getting towed somewhere, spend a grand, then it still never running correctly. I checked oil regularly, changed cam follower every oil change, had over 4 well trained vw/audi mechanics, and it still wasn't enough. I'm not trying to hate on the car or anything, just putting up my experience with one. If you have questions or anything, feel free.

[@danielplumley2649]

I couldn’t agree with this comment more. I am selling my Mk5 soon because of these very reasons.

[@joelbates8243]

You modified it - job done.

[@gb_291]

This is genuinely the best video I have seen for a while and certainly the most perfect sum up of this car on the internet for me, thumbs up and subscribed! :)

[@JackScarlett1]

Made my day mate, cheers

[@pc2726]

I miss my mk5 gti so much. Shifted to a mk5 r32. Still a very nice car and sorta fast!!!! The gti felt much faster and lighter on her feet. Nice video brother. Keep em comin.

[@VolvoXC90TV]

Couldn't agree more.. Feel like we reached a peak in automotive engineering in the mid-2000s and cars like this, E46 M3 etc are definitely better than their modern counterparts.

[@JackScarlett1]

well said. Cars from that era have a certain something that modern ones don't

[@jordyt1993]

By far one of the best made reviews I've watched in a long time, well presented, easy to watch. Earned yourself another subscriber 👌 keep it's up

[@AJRestoration]

I had one of these, and I can confirm this is a damn good car.

[@AJRestoration]

Make sure its the DSG model, even better.

[@niallmackenzie99]

I love my mk4 gti, I'm currently throwing money at it slowly doing it up, I don't need fast no where to drive fast without cops and speed traps!

[@aaronreid170]

Literally on my way to purchase my first gti, enjoyed this video and found myself nodding in agreement the whole way through.

[@JackScarlett1]

Enjoy the car! It won't let you down

[@aaronreid170]

@@JackScarlett1 Cheers Jack, 250 mile round trip, plenty of smiles on the way home.

[@Mareat27]

Subscribed straight away, this lad is going places. Excellent review

[@spventures9395]

Everyone hates on the mk4, the 1.8t was actually pretty good... Totally agree though that the mk5 is a fantastic car in every way, good video.

[@thingsandstuff6822]

vr6 swap!

[@Bazgti250]

The 1.8t block was bullet proof. I had 2 Mk4s. GTI and 25th Anniversary. Easily modded, and a great car when the suspension was sorted.

[@lollol-xp4mc]

They handle like shit out the box and the coilpacks are junk but if you fix those 2 things then they are alright but mk5 are so cheap that it doesnt make sense to buy a mk4 unless its a r32

[@bingbong4637]

this guy is so good, reminds me of top gear

[@nicolaslorenzo9654]

Awesome video my friend. You're definitely going far as your skill and knowledge is tops. Well done

[@akshaybodha4910]

You spoke to my soul , I love my mk5 GTI so much more now after this vid. And it's also silver😎 fan from South Africa🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@jamescollett5111]

Great video, i actually about a month ago set me off on a mission to buy a mark v golf gti. However, living in the Isle of Man i found the second hand market for a golf gti a little inflated and I ended up going for an mark v r32 instead. If you fancy a trip to the Isle of Man your welcome to give it a blast and make a video.

[@lidiyadelma]

I owned a MK5 GTi. Shortlisted cars were mustang(4 gen), celica (3 gen) and mini (3 gen) but the GTi won. Drove it for 150000kms before selling it at 260k. It was faster 0-60 than my friend's v8 ram. Few things I changed were brake pads, tyres , brake fluid and dsg fluid. If I were james bond this is what I would drive, a proper hitman :) Loved it.

[@jamescox4743]

Love it mate ! Amazing quality video . Can't wait for more content

[@JackScarlett1]

thanks James! More is on the way

[@expiredselectiv1887]

Such a good video mate! Good review with great camera shots that weren’t too cinematic. Well done

[@PlanetautoUK]

Great video, our love lies with the Mk2 Valver, currently ABF’ing ours. It is good to see the Mk5 pays homage to the Mk1, seat patterns etc. Think we need to drive one 😎

[@atomickoala62]

Awesome video! You clearly do your research and know what you're talking about. Great cinematography and camera quality. Very informative but still plenty entertaining. Great points said with a great voice. Earnt yourself a sub and I hope to see this channel grow!

[@MF-uf2qf]

Mate best car review ever. Why? You spoke clear and fast about the brand. Like me you want a small, fast, reliable, and not so expensive car. Extra point for small car because i live in England and streets are quite slim so, small car with good agility its a must!

[@ja390b]

okay this actually is a great video , i am actually surprised that u have very few subs u really deserve more , keep it up

[@JackScarlett1]

Thanks! We're growing fast, tell ya mates 🔥

[@mikef3300]

Bought my first Golf GTI for $3000. It was a 2001 VR6. Had it for a few years and loved it. Just bought a MK6 Golf R 4 door with 40,000 miles and it’s even better. Golf’s are a great all around car and the easiest to find in manual

[@Liam94Smith]

Best car review I've seen for a long time, subscribed and looking forward to seeing your channel grow :)

[@rhythmsaint73]

Superb video perfectly shot and narrated. I have owned many Gtis back home in Ireland in most of its form including the daddy VR6 which i miss Everyday. I am now living Nashville and buying a MK5 Gti for my twin daughters. It will be a great car for them. Reliable economical, fun and safe. Thanks for video keep up the great work!

[@JackScarlett1]

That's awesome man, your girls are in for a treat! Thanks for your support

[@zfsg2810]

yo wtf first video i’ve round of u and couldn’t believe u only have 500 subs?! video quality of a multimillion subscriber channel :)

[@blademanx]

lol i guess shmee and co started with 1 million subs

[@joep4224]

Cool review. Great casual but informative presentation.

[@Bazgti250]

Had 1 for 4 years. Great motor that i modded to stage 2. Never missed a beat. Well made, reliable and held decent value after 4 years.

[@KAS470]

I have a mk6 and it's awesome but damn I would like to have a sick 2 door mk5 someday. They just look so badass for some reason.

[@GTIModBlog]

We like them too. MK5 is a tremendous car for the price!

[@strussdo]

The moment he took a curve( 2:11) with the clutch dipped I switched off

[@IDBRCvids]

Great video and I just subbed to it cos of such. I got my MKV GTI back in early 2013 when it wasn't even 4 years old yet (and it cost a lot more than yours back then :( ) but I am married to it now cos of the things you said on this video. They really are a great all round car and I will be keeping mine until one of us dies lol.

[@Sendthatbeemer]

Couldn’t agree with you more! I personally don’t have a GTI I have a GT however my brother in law has the 5 door GTI and these are truly great cars

[@TheMailmanOfSteel]

My own has been pretty solid... after an engine replacement when the oil pump failed, which was shortly after the HPFP ate the intake cam.

[@_finnmorgan_]

mint review. I've owned a MKVI GTI for a little while now, cracking car considering it's practically a facelifted MKV with more modern luxuries. I can say without a doubt that it's so fun that you actually make excuses to drive it. And if it's £3k? you don't have to care too much if you damage it, it's the ultimate car.

[@goorackerelite]

I truly miss this car after selling it and no other generation of Gti's after have had that same raw visceral feeling of the MKV

[@jaymartin7007]

Best gti mk5 video ever made me want to get one 😂🤣 good job on the video bruh keep it up man

[@stevenkearns8039]

Agree with everything and I do like golf hence why I'm saving for a mk5 now but for 3k I think a very good choice would be a 2002civic type R just as quick and reliable, practical and not expensive to run, it might be older but if you look there around the same milage as a mk5 golf gti, great review

[@shona5512]

Type R is limited by the fact that it's not turbocharged. Stock for stock, the Type R is better, it handles brilliantly and although it has slightly less power, there's no latency with it as it's N/A. But because the GTI is turbocharged, it will respond better to cheap power modifications. Downpipe, exhaust, intake, injectors, fuel pump, intercooler, hybrid turbo & tune will see the GTI around 370bhp. To see figures like that in an EP3, you're going to have to turbocharge it on top of the existing mods to the Golf. After that, you would have to build the engine on both cars to push it even further, as they're both near their factory limits. Simply put, you're adding in one extra step, just to stay on par with the Golf GTI, and that extra step is very expensive, which means the GTI is better bang for your buck.

[@stevenkearns8039]

@@shona5512 yeah but you can tubo a type r on stock internals, I would rather spend an extra few grand as turbo and vtec noise makes me have a crisis's

[@ArcadiaVibe]

I just bought my first mk5 In almost perfect condition yesterday!! (Needs 100k belt service) but worth it !

[@shamusilsley1989]

I have a 4-door Mk5 Polo GTi, and it's a true joy to drive.

[@TheLp640fan]

I own a MK7 GTI and im in love with this car. No regrets whatsoever. But I still crave that elusive Mk5 R32. One day I will own one...even if its not as good as a mk4 R32

[@Wieditox]

You´re absolutely right! I own one and it´s awesome! They tend to use some oil tho. So check your oil level regularly!

[@JackScarlett1]

I'll keep that in mind, thanks bud!

[@steveo8533]

£3k it must have crazy miles on the clock, I can’t find a decent one for under £5k. Great car though.

[@OhSkittlesBaby]

This review is absolutely fantastic. Well done, seriously! 👌

[@bobbylover155]

How does this kid only have 5k subs. Glad to be here B4 he blows up😎👌

[@JanusMikaelos]

I have one of those! The same colour and everything. Such a pleasure to drive! I had it chipped though, and got about 250hp on a dyno.

[@haroonsaleem9371]

Great videos of your GTI keep them coming

[@TheWorldboy88]

Top notch video mate , props to you well done. New subscriber and had to drop a like I have a Revo stage 1 Mk7 Golf GTD with 230Bhp and 380 torque and honestly couldn’t ask for a better car I love it , on the motorway I even see 70MPG !

[@JackScarlett1]

Sounds like an absolute weapon. Thanks for the sub 👊

[@m1rchegfn]

Very nice review! This channel will go up!

[@jaylakhani5568]

Really enjoyed this video. Keep it up!

[@tommy4862]

Today new hot hatches are all very good dailes with adaptive suspension. But until mk6, GTI had no competition at all, it was always the perfect balance between practical comfortable car and fun little sporty car. I chose to buy mk6 myself, because I think the upgrade in the interior is huge and worth the extra money. It looks better from the outside too.

[@dwhitewhite4722]

Great Video. Convinced on getting one and I'm well over budget for it. Was looking at Mk6 Gti, Focus St, and mazda 3 MPS. This however seems perfect.

[@99Lezard99]

There is one thing that the gti doesnt have for me. Fun, character, driving feel, emotion. I worked at a VW audi dealership for about 7 years and i have driven lots of gtis audi s and rs models. And i never caught myself wanting one. Of course thats down to personal preferences wich are based mostly on subjective things. But the more modern they got the less Involvement i felt driving them. Power is nice but Power alone doesnt satisfy you for long. Power gets boring and you get used to that quickly. I like having my throttle body connected via a simple cable, i like having my steering assisted by a hydraulic system, i like having to rev my engine and get rewarded for it. I like my steering to feel agile and communicateive. In short: this gti feels to artificial driving wise. Its boring in a long run. Id rather have a little bit more harsh suspension, less comfort and less soft touch plastics but more driving feel more Involvement. And yeah about that reliability ... sure a gti is not as bad as an Alfa but its also not a Toyota so its certainly not bulletproof.

[@benpar8120]

Try driving a Mk1 golf GTi.

[@99Lezard99]

@@benpar8120 i have driven a mk2 mk3 mk4 mk5 mk7. the mk2 felt the best. the rest was meh.

[@benpar8120]

@@99Lezard99 The Mk1 is even better than the mk2 as it's much lighter

[@99Lezard99]

@@benpar8120 sure its lighter but i dont think itll be like mindblowingly better then a mk2. or then my mx5 na daily driver for that matter. 😁

[@BenRussell38]

Toyota reliable? That's questionable

[@dominikkremeike702]

What can you say against a MK4 Gti, its fast with some mods, it doesnt rust, its reliable af.

[@s13zenki]

Holy fuck amazing production and style and everything about this is amazing keep up you'll be big my man

[@Fitforacting]

You deserve wayyyy more subs. I just subbed for you. Thanks for making this video. Great quality video. Please make some more videos on some cheap sleepers to buy. Especially on ones we have here in USA