Not sure yet... I'm not a fan of 7 seaters myself. So we might get something cheap but good (e.g. CX9, Teritory, Sorento or Santa Fe) but hey, lets not hijack this thread with my boring stuff :)Quote:
Originally Posted by I CU2
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Not sure yet... I'm not a fan of 7 seaters myself. So we might get something cheap but good (e.g. CX9, Teritory, Sorento or Santa Fe) but hey, lets not hijack this thread with my boring stuff :)Quote:
Originally Posted by I CU2
these things were luxury items... back in the early 90's for some people from remote rural areas..Quote:
Originally Posted by denot
car ads and salespersons that try to emphasize these items are simply... sooo left behind. it's like trying to sell a walkman in the midst of iPod sales.
Well... at least the new facelifted CU2 Luxury SatNav version now has bi-xenon.
i dont get what the deal is with the jettas...theyre so ugly.
to this day, i still havent seen a better looking car in our euro's category.
as a daily, performance doesnt make much of a difference, and i never plan on taking it to a track....thats what i pay my road taxes for
that being said, *sadface* that the new euros have dropped like 10% in price, but since its not a MAJOR change in price or features, im happy with my purchase because it took like a good solid 3 years for second hand models to drop to like 35k.
Also, i drove it like everyday during those 3 years while i was in uni. These days i work full time so only use it on weekends. So in reality, i had the best combination of use out of it.
Planning to keep it like forever....unless maybe when the toyobaru ft-86 II comes out and is priced reasonably at the 40k mark.
For three week in a row now, the local newspaper in Darwin (there is only one newspaper here) has run, in its syndicated (from southern states) questions and answers section, letters from VW owners complaining about the DSG transmissions having problems, often in the first few months from new. The owners commonly report a not too helpful reaction from VW Australia; some being fobbed of with the "its normal" crap that Honda also uses. So much so that the particular Q&A section is now keeping tabs on the plague of VW DSG failures.
I drove a 118 Jetta comfortline today,and its much the same price as a Euro base model automatic.
The Euro is STILL a far nicer car,with a far better finished interior,nicer looks,the new Jetta is very bland,and goes better,and you dont have to worry about engine or DSG failiures...
i like my CU2.
only complain: the torque of 230Nm@ 4200-4400 rpm for 1.6tonne of weight is just not enough! even worse when the car is fully loaded with 5 regular adults...
besides that, for daily commuting in the traffic, it's all good (besides 12.5L/100km economy).
for relaxed driving it's good,
for spirited driving, and traffic light gran prix against V6's and turbo's, it's the wrong car!
It depends on your definition of spirited driving, I find the Euro more than capable for a sunday squirt through some nice twisty roads.Quote:
Originally Posted by natnat
There is definitely a lack of torque and total power output but I think the handling more than makes up for the lack of power. Once you get used to the power band the car is extremely fun through the twistys.
But your spot on about traffic light grand prix! The Euro isn't winning many of them:)
Best price i could negotiate on a new MY12 CU2 Auto was $35,765 drive away. Included in the price are Tint, Floor Mats & Fog Lights. (car on order - pearl white again) I have a set of OEM 18's ready to be fitted - got tyres today.
u got it yet mate?Quote:
Originally Posted by buddah51au
Isn't it the one in his dp?Quote:
Originally Posted by denot
On order mate, no hurry. Give the old 1 a hard time for a change
actually from your display pic, the new model doesnt look that bad... but when I saw the grill in the real life... er... not really that good lookin after all :pQuote:
Originally Posted by buddah51au
can always go the Modulo kit before i fit the clear bra, but it is the same kit as the series 1 CU2 & i wasn't keen on the Modulo Grille
roger that... Modulo grill is like... compulsory lolQuote:
Originally Posted by denot
wonder how it looks with the old grill... hmmm
I thought that the dimensions of the new grille and old grille were different so you can't fit the Modulo grille without the Modulo bumper on the facelift?
That's right, The Modulo Kit for the MY12 is the same as for the MY08 CU2, which makes the Modulo Grille compolsory. I Like the Modulo B/Bar, but not the grille.Quote:
Originally Posted by I CU2
Looking at the Accessory list for the MY 12 there are no fog lights listed which has me thinking, but as it is on the contract the Dealer will need to comply with that contract, even if it means they have to order the components individualy from a lux model.
Nice,when will you get the new Euro ???
MAke sure its a Honda's fog light and not some cheap ebay one then... :)Quote:
Originally Posted by buddah51au
because they can say "Oh, it didnt say that it has to be a honda accord euro fog lighs" (this happens few times with ppl and the "tailored matt" - which some get the genuine matt, others got supercheapauto one...)
Denny,
There are after market foglights there as well. I didnt get foglight, but wheni ask for foglight price at trivett parramatta the guy at spareparts said they can fix the after market foglight for cheap. genuiine honda one is bit expensive... after market means they can get ebay one as well?
i am really surprised with supercheap auto matt they give with brand new car.....
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Originally Posted by denot
Nothing but genuine is acceptable to me
I have been quoted 3 to 4 weeksQuote:
Originally Posted by antony
I'm not an OEM whore, accessaries just has to do their job, I'm not fussed where it's from.Quote:
Originally Posted by denot
They are all made in china anyway
Only thing is if you fit genuine honda accessories the warranty for the accessories will be also covered with the car warranty ie 3yrs/5yrs. If after market the warranty is just 1yr...
For the price of OEM... The aftermarket can be replaced one every year an I'll still be ahead.
OEM is only about $200-300 new, though my contacts.
Are you trading your old Euro in ???Quote:
Originally Posted by buddah51au
yes, the old CU2 has been traded after too many hours of negotiations. The decision has been a long & difficult 1 to make, but recently made easier by a blind old women.
I also thought long & hard about sourcing a good set of OEM Lux 18's vs after market, but the choice came down to long term future if something was to happen to an after market wheel, the chance of replacing 4 if 1 was damaged on the goat tracks around where i live is what swayed my decision. The only non OEM item I am fitting is the Michelin tyres were way over priced in my opinion. after obtaining many quotes i was browsing the Goodyear site & found they have a special going at the moment where if you get 4 new tyres, you only pay for 3. I then found they have a newly released Eagle F1 Directional which seems to have good reviews & i was quoted $1,114 for 4 tyres. Even though i have never been a Goodyear fan it was an exceptional deal, so the tyres are fitted up waiting to go on the car.
How much did you get the OEM rims for?
1600 including frieght from WA. They had never been driven on the road, changed prior to delivery - wheels only
Your new Euro will look even more stunning with the 18 inch alloys,cant wait to see pictures of it.
What are you doing with the 17 inch alloys ???
Hoping to sell wheels & tyres as they will be changed as soon as i get the car home, approx 7 km from dealer + any kms driven prior to delivery.Quote:
Originally Posted by antony
are the new standard cu2 wheels like in gunmetal colour? ive seen some on the street.. but not sure.. it looks pretty cool though
17" & 18" wheel designs have not changed for the MY12.
Oh, off Jones right?Quote:
Originally Posted by buddah51au
My mistake, I just got home from inspecting my car at the dealer, the new 17" wheels do have a partial 2 tone effect. Call it a darker silver or pale graphite between the spokes. Still has Yokohama Decibels factory fitted.Quote:
Originally Posted by buddah51au
Obvious differences are new seat trim, darker silver dash trim, USB port, Bluetooth, total redesign of front bumper with 2 bar Chrome grille which to my eyes looks better.
The 1 thing i was unhappy about was a build date of Feb 2011, Australian compliance 08/11 which means it has been in a holding yard somewhere for several months. If this is the norm for all early MY12 models in Australia it could explain the discounted prices at the moment. Should take delivery next week.
Oh thought so..cus I saw 2 standard fl euros like that..thought I had to get my eyes checked lolQuote:
Originally Posted by buddah51au
Yes,the new standard alloys have a slightly shinier effect...
Ventureshield Clear Bra Pattern already available for the MY12 Euro.
http://www.ducoscratch.com.au/prodde...aEuro11FullKit
isnt there a spray on version of that?Quote:
Originally Posted by buddah51au
Not to my knowledge - why would you want a spray on version? If a section of Venturshield PPF is damaged it can easily be removed & replaced.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fredoops
found itQuote:
Originally Posted by buddah51au
http://www.armorcoatusa.com/
Very Interesting link, I wonder how long before that product gets to Australia. After reading the PDF application chart I think it will be a long time before it gets to this country. My other thought is that it is requiered to be a minimum 6mm thickness, therefore it would always be visible. Ventureshield & 3M PPF have been around for many years & are well proven products. Installation companies are growing as the products become better known to the general public.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fredoops