Soran 1st Gear August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 Honestly as much of a a VW fan i am, i do have to question ur bf's to change to a polo based on a perceived image problem with ur family. Polo is about the same size as a Swift. Amenities IIRC are not too different especially for the Polo 1.2 so i think the only thing he's paying for is the badge. (both Polo models however are more tuneable in terms of power output than the non-turbocharged Swift if he's into modding) In both ur shoes i will suggest waiting a bit until his finances are better off, then take a look at the Jetta. Bigger in size and great as a family car when both of u tie the knot Dear all, apologies for riding on this thread as I couldn't start one of my own. My bf is thinking of changing his current ride to a polo. There's the polo GTI and polo 1.2 TSI within his radar. (pardon me if I got the specs wrong). We did the sums over the weekends and went for the test drive. I know he prefers the GTI (which guy doesn't right??) but honestly, to realistically be able to pay afford the installments, I feel that the 1.2 version would suit his pocket better. I too, like the GTI, but at what expense?? Any pros here, who have driven (or owned) any of the above models would be able to give me a comparison on the difference in running cost? I'm driving a Mini One currently, would the running cost be pretty much similar ? My bf is currently driving a 1.3L Suzuki Swift. I don't think the trade in will yield much. Part of the reason of him wanting to change to a VW is because of pressure I guess. All my family members drive continental cars individually, althoug he doesn't say so, I know that deep down, he wants to upgrade because he feels inferior. I think a Swift is fine and I do enjoy the car as much as any other proud Swift owner does. again. Just a random thought? Would it be a good move if I dissuade him from his buying decision? Any drivers here ever owned a swift, then a polo and if so, is there any difference in both car's drive experience?? Thanks peeps. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacyx Clutched August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 I feel so ashamed of myself when all others r giving helpful insight whereas I'm toking rubbish Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacyx Clutched August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 huh?? get a Polo you mean?? The Mini was a gift from my parents. I can't bear to sell it.... Dereg the Mini, keep it at home n get a swift :x Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacyx Clutched August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 then one of the mod should be change the GB to 6spd wet Hm might as well save up get a gti since a .4 is still a .4 can nv match up to the 2l block no matter watz Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacyx Clutched August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 for me i feel the stock is good enough Tune it ba supposedly gives better mileage :x Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belle_femme Neutral Newbie August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 Honestly as much of a a VW fan i am, i do have to question ur bf's to change to a polo based on a perceived image problem with ur family. Polo is about the same size as a Swift. Amenities IIRC are not too different especially for the Polo 1.2 so i think the only thing he's paying for is the badge. (both Polo models however are more tuneable in terms of power output than the non-turbocharged Swift if he's into modding) In both ur shoes i will suggest waiting a bit until his finances are better off, then take a look at the Jetta. Bigger in size and great as a family car when both of u tie the knot Thanks for the bits.... Well, I would not forsee a better financial situation within the next 3 years cause my bf just started working as as an assistant software engineer, I think the pay progression is pretty slow at the begining. Well for the better too... let's hope the COE prices will not be sky high after 3-4 years. I did mention to him, not to go full fledge just because of the percieved image... I love his swift as much I love him... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beehive3783 Turbocharged August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 Hahaha... my pleasure man.... I grew up a hokkien beng.... so part of that still lied innate within me.... I have many faces in my job..... When it calls for it, I can be very prim and proper, very PR too... But when i'm having a good time out of job, I will revert to the hokkien pai...hahaha..... You should have seen the KTV session with 20G and Jill... I think they all can't stand me man....hahaha.... Hahaha.. you would be insignificant if pklim was there! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy-T 1st Gear August 25, 2011 Author Share August 25, 2011 I feel so ashamed of myself when all others r giving helpful insight whereas I'm toking rubbish it ok, it not alway that we are all so serious Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy-T 1st Gear August 25, 2011 Author Share August 25, 2011 Hm might as well save up get a gti since a .4 is still a .4 can nv match up to the 2l block no matter watz hummm that a really good idea , but arn't u amaze that not alot of people actually think of that instead they spend more money to mod Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy-T 1st Gear August 25, 2011 Author Share August 25, 2011 Tune it ba supposedly gives better mileage :x r u really sure that what most people have in mind when they go tune Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy-T 1st Gear August 25, 2011 Author Share August 25, 2011 Thanks for the bits.... Well, I would not forsee a better financial situation within the next 3 years cause my bf just started working as as an assistant software engineer, I think the pay progression is pretty slow at the begining. Well for the better too... let's hope the COE prices will not be sky high after 3-4 years. I did mention to him, not to go full fledge just because of the percieved image... I love his swift as much I love him... that good, tell him that it him that mean more to u then a conti car badge, if really can go stick a BMW badge on his swift Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttle2 Supersonic August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 Ooh... that car.... nice. Btw, what profession are you in? Is that you in the avatar? You look familiar, kinda People handsome, you say people look familiar straightaway..... wahlau............ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacyx Clutched August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 r u really sure that what most people have in mind when they go tune Amazingly no n I'm quite surprised by that Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacyx Clutched August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 People handsome, you say people look familiar straightaway..... wahlau............ This type of thing can onli be envious of it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beei 1st Gear August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 u long time never cum already so when u going to upgrade ? Upgrade?? Nononononnononono.. My polo still serve me well.. Just received a "THINK BLUE" letter from VCS "inviting" me to attend their course on how to drive more "blue".. Definitely not a course for me.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beei 1st Gear August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 Thanks for the bits.... Well, I would not forsee a better financial situation within the next 3 years cause my bf just started working as as an assistant software engineer, I think the pay progression is pretty slow at the begining. Well for the better too... let's hope the COE prices will not be sky high after 3-4 years. I did mention to him, not to go full fledge just because of the percieved image... I love his swift as much I love him... There will be things that are more important than cars.. Ask him if he think it is more important to save up the money for both of your future or is it more important to have a Polo gti now? As for the drive, I am driving a 1.4 Polo.. So cannot offer much advise on 1.2 tsi or 1.4 gti.. Drive in 1.4NA is good enough.. It is a no frill car.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beei 1st Gear August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 I feel so ashamed of myself when all others r giving helpful insight whereas I'm toking rubbish where got talk rubbish.. normally it is sleepy and I who talk the most rubbish here.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belle_femme Neutral Newbie August 25, 2011 Share August 25, 2011 People handsome, you say people look familiar straightaway..... wahlau............ *giggle* ... just check back at this thread.... Yes yes !! I met him before la!! Even sent him PM. It was work related... * cross arms*.... ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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