GT86FTW 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 The reason am asking this is just to get some opinions on what you think. I have three cars in mind Gti mk7C class sport 2015Or gt86 2015 What do you lot think Sent from my SM-N950F using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
surrey86 352 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 I think the overwhelming opinion will be in favour of the gti. 3 1 kaisersalsek, TTR, Stutopia and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deacon 1357 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 Obviously you're going to get biased answers on here but here's my 2p The Merc will be a good cruiser. Ideal if that's what you're after but not so much for fun. The mk7 gti will be an excellent all rounder, both practical and relatively fun. The 86 will be lots of fun (especially if you go on track - and anyone with an 86 who doesn't take it on track at all is really missing out imho), massively involving and will allow you to develop as a driver but won't be as comfy or as practical as the gti. It really depends what you want the car for really as to what's the best choice for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MartinT 514 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 Mercedes for old men not interested in driving. GTI competent but quite dull. GT86 - you know what we're going to say? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nails 18 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 Have you test driven any? When I got mine, my options were: gt86, fk2 civic type r, mk 7 fiesta st, gti. I drove them all and the gt86 just felt right. The fk2 came the closest to beating the gt86, but I couldn't get on with the styling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rich 378 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 9 hours ago, maurice said: I think the overwhelming opinion will be in favour of the gti. Why? It's a dull car made by accountants for accountants. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey P 32 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 If a C class is also on the list I doubt you want a gt86. (Also owned a C class coupe, when doing more miles) they are totally different cars. The gt86 is way more fun but less refined on long trips. The golf GTi is the middle ground on your list. The gt86 is a great car but not for everyone it's for people who value how a car drives above luxury and refinement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT86FTW 1 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 Beacuse of my age i can't test drive them. I was all up for the c class and gti. Then i started to think.The c class is just for comfort and that's all, not full to driveThe gti is a all rounder but where I live its associated with drug dealers. That what put me off it and because of that insurance is really highThen i seen the gt86 i dont know why but something about this car made me fall in love with it. From the outside it got the looks. To me looks 10x better then the c class and gti. Inside not so much but i can do things to improve it. Its not technology advanced like the other two.What am looking in a car is a car that is fun to drive, but that also has good looks and and easy to live with.Sent from my SM-N950F using Tapatalk 1 Mark-in-Stoke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TTR 509 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 43 minutes ago, GT86FTW said: What am looking in a car is a car that is fun to drive, but that also has good looks and and easy to live with. Pretty much described a Golf GTI 1 kaisersalsek reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sam534 62 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 Beacuse of my age i can't test drive them. I was all up for the c class and gti. Then i started to think.The c class is just for comfort and that's all, not full to driveThe gti is a all rounder but where I live its associated with drug dealers. That what put me off it and because of that insurance is really highThen i seen the gt86 i dont know why but something about this car made me fall in love with it. From the outside it got the looks. To me looks 10x better then the c class and gti. Inside not so much but i can do things to improve it. Its not technology advanced like the other two.What am looking in a car is a car that is fun to drive, but that also has good looks and and easy to live with.Sent from my SM-N950F using TapatalkThe 86 is very easy to live with, the only thing is more than 1 passenger. But with the rear seats down you can fit alot of stuff in, very convenient for DIY tripsSent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT86FTW 1 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 Am looking at gti or 86 i can't test drive them beacuse of my age.I don't have many people in my car, but when i do its very rarely. How reliable is a VW?Beacuse i had a polo and that didn't go too wellSent from my SM-N950F using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TTR 509 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 1 hour ago, sam534 said: The 86 is very easy to live with, the only thing is more than 1 passenger. But with the rear seats down you can fit alot of stuff in, very convenient for DIY trips Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk But it doesn't have anywhere near the same level of comfort or convenience, the 86 is archaic inside compared to a MK7 GTI. Yes it's not as fun, but it certainly has more easily accessible performance and comfort. However, a GTI doesn't do skids like a GT86 and that's what really matters Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sam534 62 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 But it doesn't have anywhere near the same level of comfort or convenience, the 86 is archaic inside compared to a MK7 GTI. Yes it's not as fun, but it certainly has more, easily accessible performance and comfort. However, a GTI doesn't do skids like a GT86 and that's what really matters Yeah I guess, I've never been one for German styling. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nelix 19 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 If you can't get a test drive, have you checked how much your annual insurance will be? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MartinT 514 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 I don't really understand comments like archaic or low technology. Coming from BMW 540i, 530d and 335d Coupe, I find the BRZ cabin just as comfortable and the seats by far the best of any car I've driven. Technology? An NA 2.0 petrol with port and rail fuel injection developing 200bhp with decent economy and runs smoothly. What's old tech about that? Finally, the car looks twice as good as my 335d did and costs just half as much. 1 Mark-in-Stoke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TTR 509 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 5 minutes ago, MartinT said: I don't really understand comments like archaic or low technology. Coming from BMW 540i, 530d and 335d Coupe, I find the BRZ cabin just as comfortable and the seats by far the best of any car I've driven. Technology? An NA 2.0 petrol with port and rail fuel injection developing 200bhp with decent economy and runs smoothly. What's old tech about that? Finally, the car looks twice as good as my 335d did and costs just half as much. You forgot the 20 year old gearbox, the D4S Injection isn't particularly new technology either. Oh and the 70 year old MacPherson strut design for the suspension If you're going to argue that the interior of an 86/BRZ is as nice as a same generation BMW or VAG equivalent. Then you're quite frankly being obtuse. I'm not saying the 86/BRZ is tied, I have 2 of them so it'd be contradictory for me to do so. However it's biggest short comings are the interior and it's ability to be used as a daily driver vs something like a Golf GTI. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MartinT 514 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 How old is the BMW 6 cylinder engine? They still use it because it's a superb design, age has nothing to do with it. I ran all three BMWs for high mileage and I have great respect for them. They are good at what they do, but they distance you from the driving experience. Oh, and they're not particularly reliable, either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark-in-Stoke 488 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 I had a BMW 850ci 5ltr V12 loved it and still regret selling it but I hated the amount of bloody electronics on it, the 86 was a breath of fresh air compared. As for comfort there's no complaints from me, I find it a great driving position and love the seats. But each to there own really. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT86FTW 1 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 I know the gti has a is better inside and am not too fuss about it. Its just am stuck btween two of them and i was ment to say the mk6 and not the mk7. Coz am looking at 16k to spend Sent from my SM-N950F using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MartinT 514 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 Your choice at the end of the day. Good luck with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT86FTW 1 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 So for 16k what is the better choice Sent from my SM-N950F using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark-in-Stoke 488 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 3 minutes ago, GT86FTW said: So for 16k what is the better choice Sent from my SM-N950F using Tapatalk Sorry buddy but only you will know what you want ,what you really really want. See if anyone on here lives near you and will take you for a spin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MartinT 514 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 That's the best advice. If you're in the Basingtoke area I'll gladly meet up to give you a ride. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Varelco 211 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 Oh boy, This is a GT86 forum what do you think the answer is going to be? Ask this queation on pistonheads or such like if you want an unbiased opinion. But since you are asking... buy a GT86, it's better because I said so 2 GT86FTW and surrey86 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT86FTW 1 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 Oh boy, This is a GT86 forum what do you think the answer is going to be? Ask this queation on pistonheads or such like if you want an unbiased opinion. But since you are asking... buy a GT86, it's better because I said soSent from my SM-N950F using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
