Originally Posted by holysmoke (Post 3536391)

Shy of 9L? I've booked a GT TDI and that's coming to 9.5L. AFAIK the ex-showroom price of both is the same. Are you getting discounts from them, or is it Thane/Navi Mumbai registration?

Originally Posted by DWC (Post 3536451)

Its definitely more that 9. I got my highline for 8.7.
With extended warranty, et all, it should be closer to 9.5.

Originally Posted by amanomics (Post 3536471)

Yes, can't be shy on 9 Lacs! In Delhi it costed me +9 Lac, Mumbai should be tad expensive, if not same I guess.

Originally Posted by diffsoft (Post 3532910)

I am not planning any tyre upgrades for now, but I plan to take it to 3M Car Care for paint sealant, mats and so forth. Will keep you posted.



I will find out. I should caution you that my knowledge of the mechanics of any car is extremely limited. :D

I will be taking delivery today if all goes as per plan and keep you posted, including blr's earlier query.

Cheers,

Originally Posted by shinobi803 (Post 3534937)

So experts, I'm on the verge on cancelling my City SV CVT booking due to some unpleasant experience with the Honda dealership. Last weekend I went out looking for a replacement, something that I can get my hands on by November max... with minimal waiting time.
Auto transmission is a priority.

I happen to test the TSI and fell in love with it. Now, here's the predicament -
I plan to keep the car for the next 5+ years, up to 7 if possible - that is pretty much going to be the deciding factor on the loan amount and duration too. It's going to be driven 90% in city (Mumbai).

Keeping these in mind especially the time period bit, is it wise to invest in a TSI - Polo or Vento (whichever the family chooses)? I know the reliability of the box has improved drastically and there are extended warranty packages that will pull me out of any mess but can I actually hold on tight to a VW vehicle for that long?

Appreciate all the help that I can get here. This thread is already a goldmine of information.

Originally Posted by StarScream (Post 3536554)

I think the real issue is whether you want an AT or a manual. That will automatically sort out the decision. At 1,000 kms a month, I personally don't think you need a diesel. The only other thing, is that the TSI is much more refined than the diesel.

I don't quite understand what you mean by the TDI being more drivable - the TSI can't be beat for convenience. Driven sedately, it's capable of returning 16 kmpl in city with A/C. The DSG is also the closest thing you can have to a manual in an AT car, in my opinion, with its S and tiptronic modes.

Lastly, in my experience, the VWs are much better built than Japanese/Korean makes and small dings don't leave a mark.

Originally Posted by gautam99 (Post 3537052)

My carbon steel gt tsi is now allocated and on the way from the factory. Should get it next week. How has your experience been with it since you took delivery and how's the FE and the drive.

Originally Posted by shinobi803 (Post 3536983)

There you go. Price list attached.

Originally Posted by pillainp (Post 3537347)

Just heard from EVM Trivandrum.

The booking amount they are asking for the Polo GT TSi is Rs. 1 Lakh.

Is this the amount being charged elsewhere?

Originally Posted by pillainp (Post 3537347)

Just heard from EVM Trivandrum.

The booking amount they are asking for the Polo GT TSi is Rs. 1 Lakh.

Is this the amount being charged elsewhere?

Originally Posted by diffsoft (Post 3537157)

The only disappointment so far is that the throw of the light in low beam is poor.

Cheers,

Originally Posted by drpudhi (Post 3537621)

That's disappointing. Was thinking of upgrading to the new double barrel headlights for my pre facelift GT TSI. Now this seems not worthy of the hassles.