2011/2012 BMW 135 or 2012 golf r stage 2?

M3IN V8 · 04-19-2014, 04:02 PM

Hi guys,
I am deciding between purchasing a 2012 base golf r stage 2 with 10k miles and a 2011/2012 135 with the N55 engine with around 25-35k miles. I currently drive a 2010 stage 1 GTI and am longing for something with more power and better ability to put down the power. The rational choice is the BMW 135 since it is more car for the money but I somehow can't seem to write off the golf r. I was wondering whether anyone has been in a similar situation or has any general input..it would be appreciated. I've driven both vehicles. The 1er sounds a lot nicer, feels more refined and has a smoother powerband. The stage 2 golf r on the other hand, feels perhaps a little bit faster and more raw. I have never owned a RWD or AWD car so I do not know which I'd prefer. Thanks for looking guys.

edisapimp · 04-19-2014, 07:31 PM

You drove the BMW? What does your heart tell you?

They are both nice cars. The BMW is probably a little more "grown up." I like the Golf R it's cool. Having never driven a Golf R, but having owned a mkIV GTI vr6, I would say the driving experience would be a little more refined in the 135, but I wouldn't turn my nose up at a golf R. I prices are equal and you can't decide, I would always go with the newer car, with less miles. But that's just me.

Good luck let us know what you decide.

3002 tii · 04-19-2014, 08:42 PM

I was considering the same exact cars and I came from a 1.8T but I chose the 1-er. The frustrating thing about VW's is that you always have to tune / mod them to stage whatever just to get it the way it should've been and my days of owning highly tuned (or warranty voided) cars were behind me. My n55 in stock trim is fantastic. I would only consider the golf r if you need 4 doors, awd wasn't even a factor since I've driven a rwd with snow tires and always got by in tristate winters.

.. · 04-19-2014, 10:48 PM

Wait, you're considering buying a modified Golf r?

Greenkirby21 · 04-19-2014, 10:59 PM

stage 2 135i xP

seriously... JB4 and you will be making 350 hp easily

3002 tii · 04-20-2014, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DurimOne54

Wait, you're considering buying a modified Golf r?

No I was considering buying a new Golf R with the intention of modifying it.

.. · 04-20-2014, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by 3002 tii

No I was considering buying a new Golf R with the intention of modifying it.

Oh okay, phew! Golf R stage 2+ (Hpfp upgrade) will be a very fun car! Especially if you go with the United Motorsports tune that comes with features such as 2 step launch control and no lift shift. You can make up to 320awhp.

killerhurtalot · 04-21-2014, 09:52 AM

if you have enough money....
http://blog.caranddriver.com/confirm...ing-auto-show/
with factory warranty lol...

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M3IN V8 Private 12 Rep 70 Posts Drives: '08 IB m3 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: MD iTrader: (0)	2011/2012 BMW 135 or 2012 golf r stage 2? Hi guys, I am deciding between purchasing a 2012 base golf r stage 2 with 10k miles and a 2011/2012 135 with the N55 engine with around 25-35k miles. I currently drive a 2010 stage 1 GTI and am longing for something with more power and better ability to put down the power. The rational choice is the BMW 135 since it is more car for the money but I somehow can't seem to write off the golf r. I was wondering whether anyone has been in a similar situation or has any general input..it would be appreciated. I've driven both vehicles. The 1er sounds a lot nicer, feels more refined and has a smoother powerband. The stage 2 golf r on the other hand, feels perhaps a little bit faster and more raw. I have never owned a RWD or AWD car so I do not know which I'd prefer. Thanks for looking guys.
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edisapimp Civil Rights Activist 115 Rep 949 Posts Drives: E46 Sedan, E88 Vert Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Long Island iTrader: (0)	You drove the BMW? What does your heart tell you? They are both nice cars. The BMW is probably a little more "grown up." I like the Golf R it's cool. Having never driven a Golf R, but having owned a mkIV GTI vr6, I would say the driving experience would be a little more refined in the 135, but I wouldn't turn my nose up at a golf R. I prices are equal and you can't decide, I would always go with the newer car, with less miles. But that's just me. Good luck let us know what you decide. __________________ E88 Crimson Red Vert MSport 6MT - Listing your mods in your signature is lame. BMS DCI/MHD E30 Flash!!/AA Sport FMIC/VRSF CP w Tial BOV/VRSF 3" DPs/550i clutch w SPEC SMFW/Apex EC-7s/Whiteline RSFB/E92 M3 FCAs/Bilstein B12 Pro Kit/VRSF inlets
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killerhurtalot First Lieutenant 21 Rep 330 Posts Drives: 2011 135i DCT Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: WA iTrader: (0)	if you have enough money.... http://blog.caranddriver.com/confirm...ing-auto-show/ with factory warranty lol...
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