Golf GTI MK5 SE edition

It makes me thinking, why I bought this car… maybe because I blogged this before?  Or my special 70’s attachment to the Beetle and Camper Van?  Whatever it is, this car is really like what the Golf GTI MK5’s TVC said “VW Dub, German Technology yooo!”

Had been driving this babe for almost a month now, it really satisfy me in all aspects, either in handling, power, build quality, etc. I have no complain about it, only some minor things that will over shadow by the good sides. (Grin)  You may say it’s “fanboyism” (like what they say about Apple).  But hei! Just google around and you will see numerous of satisfied MK5 owner on the web.

I will not going to the normal “review” for this car, I will only share some things that you won’t see from the product catalogue and other official sources.

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EXTERIOR

Firstly, let’s look at the exterior; it comes with the ABT full bodykit, quad exhaust and 18” tires:

Side Mirror Open

Side mirror closed…not much different, WTF!

INTERIOR

Passenger Airbag Switch and Glove Box Air-Con vent.

Drawer underneath passenger’s seat.

Can-opener also serves as cup holder’s divider (brilliant idea)!

LIGHT & SOUND

MFD Plus with CD track control and “coming home” & “leaving home” light functions in Convenient Menu. (only available in SE or Highline version)

Paddle Shift gear with red light indication, it’s awesome cool!

Map Light, Dimmer Light and Sunroof Control in Knob (in between dimmer lights)

Door Lock Switch

Power Windows Switch and Side Mirror Control and Heater.

Light Switchers

Stock RCD500 c/w 6 CD loading and read MP3 songs. MP3 Tag displayed on the HU’s screen.

GOOD: Power, Handling, Built Quality.

BAD: Poor Pre-Sales and After Sales Service (namely my experience with the distributor called VW Cars).

Overall, this is a fantastic car, it’s 4.5 out of 5 stars!