Great car. Steering wheel is not stock- its from a later MK6 GTI.

@MattMaranMotoring

8 жыл бұрын

Ah okay, good to know. Thanks!

@mirabarrett01

8 жыл бұрын

Came here to post that. I also spied a euro cupholder too.

@jlinkiv

8 жыл бұрын

+ATX Native spotted that to!!

@jlinkiv

8 жыл бұрын

+subaruwrxfan BTW, juat wanted to thank you for going back and doing these great reviews on older cars!

@pete_43299

8 жыл бұрын

Yea I saw that too lol

That's not the original steering wheel, that's off of a newer GTI but a tasteful add-on for sure.

@user-pw4ys6vk6x

8 жыл бұрын

+Zach Travers Personally i like the original numbered steering wheel than the newer one. so much going on with the GTI steering wheel

@miwlewismiwmotionlessinwhi7023

4 жыл бұрын

It's the same steering wheel as my 2015 1.2 TSI Volkswagen Polo R-line, looks awesome in this car

@airlift8188

6 ай бұрын

looks like a Mk6 Gti steering wheel

I bought one of these new in 2008, it was grey and a total sleeper car. The sound of that engine when pushed was friggin awesome. I loved that little car.

It may not be the fastest car, but it is one of the best sounding ones.

Bought a blue one of these a few months ago, fantastic car, what a coincidence haha

@JevsSupra

8 жыл бұрын

+MeLikeBigBoom Congrats :)

@MeLikeBigBoom

8 жыл бұрын

+RunningStrong 2JZ oh and I also bought your supra but haven't gotten it yet for some reason

@1999danie

8 жыл бұрын

+RunningStrong 2JZ fancy seeing you on a golf vid love your car by the way I'll drop you a message on one of your vids I've got something planned for you !

@JevsSupra

8 жыл бұрын

Message? i dont have any

@Quenn21

7 жыл бұрын

MeLikeBigBoom how is the transmission I've heard they only come in auto yes I know it's a DSG but it's from like 8 years ago.

Nice review Matt! I just bought my wife one with 26000 miles on it and all stock with exception of minor mods like mirror covers, smoked bumper lamps, and the OEM Euro tailights. We have owned many VWAG cars and other sporty fun cars. She told me today it is her 3rd favorite car I ever bought her...which surprised me as she has had a few VERY fun cars! Her list of her sporty fun cars: 06 STi 01.5 Imola S4 Stage 2+ 08 R32 12 Boss 302 (was her favorite till the Kenne Bell and 785 RWHP) 03 GLi VR6 04.5 GLi 1.8T 12 Buick Regal GS 6SPD MANUAL!! Her daily is a 2008 4Runner V8 Sport with 39,000 miles She also had a 99 Sport, 94 Sr5, and an 88 Sr5 2 door SR5 5spd She said she would rate the R higher but no manual and with no BOOST she can't just turn up the power using a COBB or Revo tune LOL!!! And last thing please find a stage 2 or 3 B5 S4 and review one!!!!! My alltime favorite VWAG car!!! Also how about a W8 Passat???

That sounds, sounds as good as many exotics to me

@nikb6528

8 жыл бұрын

yeah I agree, damn!

Recently filmed a 2013 Golf R and said a lot of the same things you did for this one lol. I have to say though this v6 Sounded way better than the turbo 4! Great review Matt! Also, I don;t believe you...I'm gonna need to see that YMCA ;)

@sethk4098

8 жыл бұрын

Love the vids man!

@StreetSpeed717

8 жыл бұрын

Seth K Thank ya!

@nassim479

8 жыл бұрын

+Street Speed 717 i cant find the video about 6 R :(

@StreetSpeed717

8 жыл бұрын

nassim479 Haven't uploaded it yet :)

@nassim479

8 жыл бұрын

Street Speed 717 ok thank you i cant wait !! can you please tell me how much it costs ? average

Great video as always Matt. I just want to add 1 thing that this this car has a VR6 engine, not a V6. They are similar but different, VR6 is not V6, we cannot cross the line. Waiting for more awesome videos from you!

my friend just bought one today and i wanted to see what it was before she showed up to show it off.. looks like a decent vehicle..hopefully it does well in the Alaska snow and ice.

So close to 200k! Early congrats to that! Awesome car, awesome video! Nice job, Matt!

I absolutely love this car and I hope to get my hands on one of these in the next two years such a beautiful car

@sdtrussell1473

4 жыл бұрын

so, do you got one since? XD

it's a VR6 not V6

@heeltoe6845

8 жыл бұрын

+Gabriel Maradiaga The vr6 is still technically a v6.

@MirageTactics

8 жыл бұрын

+Heel Toe No its not.

@heeltoe6845

8 жыл бұрын

Matt Doyle Yes it is. It's a 10.5 deg v6 w/ offset cylinders. It just so narrow that both banks share a head. I'd rather called it a vr6 too since it's firing order is different from 60 or 90 deg v6's giving it that distinct sound.

@carlosbarragan1673

8 жыл бұрын

+Heel Toe but the engine shape is not a V it as a single HEAD not 2 heads.. is a mix of a inline with internal V 10.5 degree with w position ...

@heeltoe6845

8 жыл бұрын

Carlos Barragan I know.. I even said it shares a head? It's technically a v.. just a 10.5 deg v.

Second generation dsg. made its debut in the mk4 r32 and mk1 tt 3.2

Gaaaahhhh my love for R32's came back .... Great review!

Finally I've been wanting this review for so long. Great job!

I love this car; it's the one I've always wanted as a kid growing up, and it's what really pulled me into car culture. Thanks for doing this!

That's not the original steering wheel. That may be the reason the up-shifts aren't as fast. The mk5 R32 only came with the automatic too, unfortunately.

@xBirdManDriZZyx7

8 жыл бұрын

DSG, not automatic

@SlipknotMaggot0526

8 жыл бұрын

+Connor Mohan it automatically shifts for you, there for it is an automatic. I know the difference between a DSG and a normal automatic.

@xBirdManDriZZyx7

8 жыл бұрын

+SlipknotMaggot0526 automatics use torque converters. using your logic, i can call it a manual because i can shift it and is uses clutches

@SlipknotMaggot0526

8 жыл бұрын

Connor Mohan call it what you want. It's an automatic transmission in my eyes. How does "automated manual" sound?

@xBirdManDriZZyx7

8 жыл бұрын

Perfect. But mechanically, it is a manual. Too bad it never came with a 6 speed manual though. Volkswagen makeva nice shifter

Vouching for my mk5 GTI's stock steering wheel though. Love it. Manual + tune + good tyres + launch knowledge ftw though.

The Mk5 R32 has the 2nd generation DSG. The first generation debuted in the Mk4 R32, which was actually the first production car to be fitted with a dual clutch. All US Mk4 R32s were manual, however.

good review, i have the audi a3 3.2 v6 and the dsg in it is spot on. the up shifts are very quick so idk what was up with this. there is a common problem on the old dsg with the ecu. so maybe this one was on its way out. and mine is slower on the down shifts too.

Awesome cars! Mine has a Bilstein/H&R cup kit and it makes a huge difference in body roll and drivability.

I had one of these as my first car almost two years ago, but after an instance involving a fast rolling boulder and the dsg transmission, it was totaled. I still miss the car everyday.

Another awesome review, Matt. Tbh I'm really impressed with this car! Wasn't expecting such a luxurious interior.

+Subaruwrxfan I hope one day soon you get to review the new Golf R. They're amazing little cars. 2.0T with 292/280 and of course the haldex awd system, that's been greatly improved since the last R32. Or, the Audi S3 with the same engine and dsg transmission and Audi's Quattro awd. Great review. I nearly purchased an '08 R32 when they were new back in the day. I just truly miss that 3.2 v6 sound, and nice european growl at idle.

It's not the first generation DSG. The first generation DSG was equipped on the 2004 Audi TT 3.2 VR6. And that is not the correct steering wheel for the MKV R32. And also, in my opinion Volkswagen's Interiors are much cleaner and much better than Subarus!! This Generation DSG had a recall for the Mechatronic unit.

@patches1526

6 жыл бұрын

LOL you can tell he isn't familiar with the interior. That was the first thing I noticed.

The First Generation of the DSG was mounted in the MK4 R32. This is the second Generation of the DQ250 in the MK5 R32. I drove one by myself and love the VR6 Sound. And Someone has used to many Cockpit Spray ;) all the plastic has a greasy shiny surface. Greetings from Germany

I'm sure by now everyone has already jumped down your throat about this, but that car you drove is a pup. I have one of these as my daily driver, and this one you were driving had something wrong with the mechatronic unit and/or flywheel if it was slow upshifting, and acting jerky. Also, 0-60 in these with the DSG is not 6.5 seconds. Reviewers who didn't realize the cars have launch control clocked them at just over 6 seconds, but reviewers who used the launch control consistently got 5.6-5.8 times. I think the 6.5 second figure came from the stickshift versions that were available in Europe. Someone already mentioned the steering wheel.... some of the other interior pieces were butchered too, I noticed. If you can, try to find a better example to compare this one against, and read up on the technical information a bit more. I'm a big fan of your videos, keep up the great work!

@johndaugherty3544

5 жыл бұрын

Max Phillips nice to see somebody mention about most magazines at the time didn’t use launch control. Those that did posted 5.7 +/- .2 seconds.

I always thought it was so cool how the volume of the sterio would go up as you drove faster.

I've even driven the MK6 R and I'd definitely choose the sound of the V6 MK5, It's phenomenal.... I have an MK5 and think it's a great everyday car

Great Review! I wish VW would Bring back R32 automatic. Yesss for those that can't drive manual or preferably want Automatic. It's great to have performance hot hatch with DSG. A strong compact car. I care less for the manual ONLY because I'm unable to press down the clutch due to my lower extremity disability.

the way this guy accelerates i am suprized he hasn't broken the time chains on the cars he has reveiwed

2004 R32 had DSG too, this isn't the first one (not in the US btw)

I have a 2009 rabbit and the body shape is about the same. its amazing how roomy those backseats are. My buddy who is 6'4" will sit back there on roadtrips without complaining

I love when you make VW videos ! We need more of that from youtubers.

Just recently got a vw r32 mk v and I love it.

My 310k mile 2008 passat has the same hvac control knobs and don't feel flimsy to me, rather more of a precise or a light pressure mechanism. VW fan here, also wearing a VW hoodie, lol

I love how happy this guy always is

The comments section on this one makes me want to scratch my eyes out. I hate the car community with a passion. Nice video, nice car, Matt!

I just bought a blue one myself. I thought these were limited to a run of 5,000. This particular example in the video doesn't seem to have that designation. It also appears to have the front side markers deleted.

@Mo-ij8re

Жыл бұрын

this one has a swapped steering wheel and euro spec bumper

Previous owner seems to have done a lot of mods to the interior. Such as the wheel, trim, cup holders, dash tray, etc

btw the mkv was technically vw's second try , if I'm not mistaken the gen 1 tt 3.2s had an option dsg transmission (it wasn't called a dsg)

Hi, as always, good video, but one thing that bothers me a bit, and would be good to see is how the automatic in full automatic mode actually behaves, many people don't use the paddles, and knowing if the shift point are set aggressively, or conservatives, when it shifts up and down is a big set of data that's simply skipped by using the manual paddles. Thx!

Great review! I always enjoy watching the new videos, and you do an amazing job! Cheers :3

The Pontiac G8 GXP also had a flat bottom steering wheel from factory in 2008.

Always liked those cars! I'm impressed with the build quality on VWs.

For the First time I liked "let's turn into this backroad here"...VR6 ❤️

ahhh throwback getting your reveiw cars from harrison auto :)

I really like these cars, when I get my moneys in a few months, I plan to look at GTI's, if I can get one of these in great shape, stock, for under 10k, I likely will.

My coworker has an 08 R32 and it's awesome.👍

Now we need review about GOLR R MK6 and after GOLF R MK7 !!! Good idea to begin with R32 ;)

NICE review. I like this car but I had the money for a new FoST so I splurged for that instead. Also in red!

Another great review! Keep it up, Soobruricksfin!

I don't like the R32 design so much but that engine seems pretty good for modifications.. also very nice interiors is just one thing that I like about VW they're pretty comfy cars. Thanks for sharing your impressions, well done.

Good review. Too bad it doesnt have the stock numbered steering wheel. I have a red R32 which only a little over 600 of them made. The AWD handles nicely as well, i live in eastern PA and it handle the blizzard we got with fantastically

Too bad there was no manual option on these. We didn't even get them in Canada. Awesome review, love these cars

I like this one, probably would get rid of the deep tint never been a fan of blacked out tints

I can tell by the smile on your face that you enjoy the car :P... mines blue... #2556 of 5000... great review...

@alicronaldohitman

7 жыл бұрын

Armand Salvini mine is 251 of 5000 golf R32 with a rabbit logo on it ;)

review an srt4!! please!

@MattMaranMotoring

8 жыл бұрын

+ComplexWork I really want to! They're pretty rare around here though since most of them have been run into the ground by now.

@integrafreak1

8 жыл бұрын

lol, or one that has not been heavily modded

@ComplexWork

8 жыл бұрын

+subaruwrxfan yeah its pretty sad.

@kvee2761

6 жыл бұрын

They're awesome cars! Im sadly getting ready to sell my 05 srt4.

Hey Matt, long time fan, but after owning an R32 I can tell you that is not the original wheel, That is a wheel from an Mk6 Gti or Golf R. Great review overall!

Great vid. This is my favourite model of the golf, I love the tail lights and exhaust tips. Would love to see the 4g Eclipse :)

also that storage compartment on the top of the dash is not stock either.... i did the same thing to mine

I'll be honest. Seeing you stand next to that car, it looks like something that you should get. It fits you really well.

Great review! Would love to see a 2007-2008 Acura TL Type-S.

came to the comments to correct a couple things in this review but looks like you guys already took care of it

I would LOVE to see you review the BMW 130i E87 (and F20 for that matter). I hope to see it in the future :)

Thanks so much for reviewing this car. Do you plan on also doing a MK6 gti/R?

very underrated compared to the mk4 r32 but for that reason it's my favorite vdub, one day I hope to own one ☺

The original steering wheel was flat bottomed too though, right? Even if this isn't the original

@Yohan1220

8 жыл бұрын

Correct. Mk5 r32 gti and gli all came with a flat bottom wheel.

why does the airbag look like it's not properly tied to the steering wheel?

love the video man very helpful im trying to get my hands on one soon myself, and i see you're around irwin pa, crazy because so am i. haha

@StiltsRU985

4 жыл бұрын

I'm selling mine!

If you ever want to do a review on a mk5 golf (rabbit) 2.5 5 cylinder let me know 🙃

@AlwaysBeSmart674

6 жыл бұрын

Arent those the base model and not sporty at all?

Hello sub as always a great review! Any chance of review on the 2016 golf r soon??

best car reviewer ever

Slow upshifts on the DSG? Sounds like transmission needs a service.

the paddles moved with the steering wheel so it worked well. $34,000. best bang for buck, just under powered at 250hp. I don't think VW was trying to compete with WRX or others.

Try a review of the Jeep Renegade with the turbocharged engine based on the Fiat 500 Abarth.

Great review! 200k so close!

Nice review of the r32 and keep up the good work

the cubby space on top of the dash is an air vent in my car.

I would rather have the mk4 r32

@markzuckerbergette6185

6 жыл бұрын

Snippetmaster3000 why dsg when you could have a 6 spd manual?

@kevinmd77

6 жыл бұрын

All day long!!!

@OneNiftyBoi

6 жыл бұрын

Best looking of them all

@kottyking

5 жыл бұрын

my nigga

@Silentpartner2176

4 жыл бұрын

Me too.

That’s a low mileage one then? I have an 06 in the Uk with 55k Miles

0-60 was listed at 6.1. GTI was listed at 6.5sec. I'm pretty sure I've accomplished better numbers with my GTI launches though.

So what is the difference between GTI and R32 ?...

I almost bought one in 2011. I could not look past the auto transmission. I test drove a 2012 GTI with a manual transmission right after the R32 test drive and it killed the R32 purchase for me.

I remember seeing this car when it came out in 2005, the sticker price was $44.499 , in 2005 !!!The price was the obvious reason these cars never sold.

The R32 was not the fastest in the Mk5 platform, however, it did have Haldex AWD and the VR6 engine, that's why it was more expensive. It was faster 0-60 than the GTI but slower after that because of its weight, and its power in the VR6 didn't hit until way up in the rev range. They are both fantastic, I'd love to own one because of the VR, but they really are kind of the same. It's just up to preference or need for AWD, and of course budget. As a side, why'd they get rid of the OEM wheel, it had the stock number on it, so you could tell exactly which one out of 5000 you had?

@dlane5447

8 жыл бұрын

5k*

@16MrFred

8 жыл бұрын

+David Lane Thanks, just came back to fix that, lol.

@Overlord-gaming-

8 жыл бұрын

+Stephen Silfies (Racer Freddy) not every mk5 got the number on the steering wheel, mine doesn't

I had this car. Only draw back was it only got 14 MPG. The V6 is not direct injected.

Got a TDI love it and this is my dream life goal it's an amazing car

@1999danie

8 жыл бұрын

And that's a mk6 golf steering wheel not a mk5 but they just bolt straight up

@1999danie

8 жыл бұрын

+iCloud and 5.5 seconds to 60

@1999danie

8 жыл бұрын

+iCloud dsg boxes often need resetting when they get older as they are usually sluggish on upshifts

6:14 "me sitting behind myself..." Lolwut

He said 0 to 60 in 6.5 seconds? Mine is stock too but it does 0 to 60 in 5.2 seconds bro

Haha that dash tray storage is aftermarket. I had one too. Much needed

Hey Subaruwrxfan I know you don't have your BRZ anymore but can you tell me where you bought your SRT header back exhaust ? Can you link me the website or tell me ?

@Timlikescars89

8 жыл бұрын

They don't make those exhaust anymore from what Matt said.

Nice video of a very great car, the value is starting to climb on these in Europe. However, as you can see when you open the hood, it's not an actual V6 but a VR6 ;-)

I like the first gen better but amazing car good job keep up the good work

@SpudEater

6 жыл бұрын

tyler amero I seriously find the first gen to be the most attractive one. It's perfect honestly and I know the DSG is faster but nothing beats rowing through the gears.

can any body tell me dsg gear boxes have bad reputation in reliability so among which generation that issue is fixed ?

@christiann6350

7 жыл бұрын

rehan ali Not entirely fixed yet. Mk 6 had some issues and the Mk 7 doesn't have the same reputation in strength of the Manual. It is improving at each generation.

I own this car in blue color, and I live it. I get attention all the time. and mine has rabbit logo on it which is kinda rare

@theaskew

6 жыл бұрын

that rabbit logo means nothing. it was probably put on there by someone else

Ohh yeah my mk6 gti has same wheel. Very tasteful upgrade. I love the body of the mk5 style much more.

How to tell someone knows nothing about VW. They call a vr6 a v6. And they say stick with the manual even though the car only came in a dsg in the states.

@Overlord-gaming-

8 жыл бұрын

on the mk5 R32s it literally says V6 on the engine

@CJBMAGGOT94

8 жыл бұрын

Mk5mark Yeah to not confuse the idiots that don't know shit about cars, or what constitutes a V6 and inline 6.

@Overlord-gaming-

8 жыл бұрын

Technically a vr6 is a narrow angle v6.

@CJBMAGGOT94

8 жыл бұрын

Mk5mark But it shares more similarities with an inline 6 hence the single cylinder head, and crankshaft. Thats why it's annoying when people call it a V6, may as well call it an inline 6 too. Either that or call it it's correct name which is VR6.

Whoever had the car, took great care of it