Golf GTI launch day at Calder Park tomorrow

cozza · 11-16-2009, 02:30 AM

I know we love our Beemers, but I entered a competition to go to the Golf GTI launch day at Calder Park Raceway tomorrow. Did anyone else secure a place?

Not sure how they picked the winners, perhaps it was based on what vehicle you drive now, as that was one of the questions. Should be a good day.

http://www.golfgti.com.au/

cozza · 11-16-2009, 03:21 PM

Hmmm, just me then.

jksgoh · 11-16-2009, 04:33 PM

will be interested to know what sort of day they've organised for you guys and how it goes.

janus77 · 11-16-2009, 07:19 PM

Sounds like fun. I read that they've got a speaker behind the front seats to emulate the exhaust sound, as the chassis was too refined/damped, and you couldn't hear the note..

Taymaishu · 11-16-2009, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by janus77

Sounds like fun. I read that they've got a speaker behind the front seats to emulate the exhaust sound, as the chassis was too refined/damped, and you couldn't hear the note..

The also put in one of these cause the turbo was so small you couldn't hear it either.

takahashi · 11-16-2009, 09:23 PM

Cozza,

One I prob put 135i instead of 125i.

Second, I can't get a day off tomorrow. Someone can go for me anyway if I win LOL.

Lots of pic please.

cozza · 11-17-2009, 12:26 AM

Coupla quick videos of the Park Assist gimmick, uh, feature...

WAY · 11-17-2009, 02:21 AM

Cozza, can't believe you didn't see my 135i in the carpark! I haven't driven my car for 6 months so am using it a bit before Sat to familiarise myself with it again. I saw your car when we were finishing off (I was in the 8am session). XDL is pretty cool, works much better than the E-diff in the 135i. I drove it in sports mode and it even allows some rear wheel slip and working in combination with the XDL, it was pretty good! This thing really is the best of FWD cars I would say. On the track, it was a bit soft, and brakes were a bit long after half a lap lol. But I drove it hard, I was lucky enough to have a pro driver in there who knows me and my driving so he was happy for me to go all out, tyre squilling, late braking all the way lol. This car is great value for money just like the Mk5, but this one is better again. I think I may put an order for one for my wife to use around town...

cozza · 11-17-2009, 04:43 AM

Hey Way, I had no idea you were there - didn't see your car, or any other 1ers for that matter. XDL is fantastic, I was really impressed by the Golf. Definitely great value for money, so long as you don't fall for all the add-ons. I too drove it pretty hard, those brake markers were at least 20 meters early! I had a great time on the track, but would love to get my 125 out there for a few laps!

andrew@southernBM · 11-18-2009, 04:28 AM

Join a car club mate, i am racing this weekend there.

cozza · 11-18-2009, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by andrew@southernBM

Join a car club mate, i am racing this weekend there.

Not sure I could afford the upkeep of a track car mate.

WAY · 11-19-2009, 12:54 AM

Cozza, just do a Driver Dynamic track day once in awhile. If you are sensible, it won't cost the earth.

delete-this-account · 11-19-2009, 08:48 PM

does taking your bmw on a track void warranty/roadside assist/free servicing??
i can see their arguement to void all of the above..

MikeVictor · 11-23-2009, 04:04 AM

nice to read your reports, I was considering downsizing to the new GTI if things got worse economically and carrying the 135i became a burden.

I like the car, but I'll hang on to my 135i tooth and nail!

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cozza ///Mthusiast 135 Rep 1,751 Posts Drives: M135i (March delivery) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Golf GTI launch day at Calder Park tomorrow I know we love our Beemers, but I entered a competition to go to the Golf GTI launch day at Calder Park Raceway tomorrow. Did anyone else secure a place? Not sure how they picked the winners, perhaps it was based on what vehicle you drive now, as that was one of the questions. Should be a good day. http://www.golfgti.com.au/ __________________ ///M135i: AUTO \| ALPINE WHITE \| CORAL RED LEATHER \| HEATED SEATS \| SUNROOF \| NAV \| DAB TUNER \| HARMAN KARDON \| PERFORMANCE BITS 'N' PIECES
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jksgoh Major 141 Rep 1,448 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Melb, Vic, Aus iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E82 125i [0.00]	will be interested to know what sort of day they've organised for you guys and how it goes.
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janus77 Lieutenant 36 Rep 526 Posts Drives: 125i coupe Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0)	Sounds like fun. I read that they've got a speaker behind the front seats to emulate the exhaust sound, as the chassis was too refined/damped, and you couldn't hear the note.. __________________ 125i, stick shift, M pack w/ 18's, 225/255 Z1's, saphire black, BMW CF rear spoiler, black interior, Midnight tint, business nav, sunroof, Injen intake, H&R sways.
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takahashi Retired trackie 36 Rep 1,527 Posts Drives: 1///M Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Cozza, One I prob put 135i instead of 125i. Second, I can't get a day off tomorrow. Someone can go for me anyway if I win LOL. Lots of pic please. __________________ TAKA 一仔BLOGブログ: BMW 1 series M 2011! Delivered 18/11/11.
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cozza ///Mthusiast 135 Rep 1,751 Posts Drives: M135i (March delivery) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Coupla quick videos of the Park Assist gimmick, uh, feature... __________________ ///M135i: AUTO \| ALPINE WHITE \| CORAL RED LEATHER \| HEATED SEATS \| SUNROOF \| NAV \| DAB TUNER \| HARMAN KARDON \| PERFORMANCE BITS 'N' PIECES
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WAY Brigadier General 458 Rep 4,822 Posts Drives: Fast ones Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Cozza, can't believe you didn't see my 135i in the carpark! I haven't driven my car for 6 months so am using it a bit before Sat to familiarise myself with it again. I saw your car when we were finishing off (I was in the 8am session). XDL is pretty cool, works much better than the E-diff in the 135i. I drove it in sports mode and it even allows some rear wheel slip and working in combination with the XDL, it was pretty good! This thing really is the best of FWD cars I would say. On the track, it was a bit soft, and brakes were a bit long after half a lap lol. But I drove it hard, I was lucky enough to have a pro driver in there who knows me and my driving so he was happy for me to go all out, tyre squilling, late braking all the way lol. This car is great value for money just like the Mk5, but this one is better again. I think I may put an order for one for my wife to use around town...
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cozza ///Mthusiast 135 Rep 1,751 Posts Drives: M135i (March delivery) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Hey Way, I had no idea you were there - didn't see your car, or any other 1ers for that matter. XDL is fantastic, I was really impressed by the Golf. Definitely great value for money, so long as you don't fall for all the add-ons. I too drove it pretty hard, those brake markers were at least 20 meters early! I had a great time on the track, but would love to get my 125 out there for a few laps! __________________ ///M135i: AUTO \| ALPINE WHITE \| CORAL RED LEATHER \| HEATED SEATS \| SUNROOF \| NAV \| DAB TUNER \| HARMAN KARDON \| PERFORMANCE BITS 'N' PIECES
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WAY Brigadier General 458 Rep 4,822 Posts Drives: Fast ones Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Cozza, just do a Driver Dynamic track day once in awhile. If you are sensible, it won't cost the earth.
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