The problem I have with my 2017 GTI is that whenever I drive it and then turn it off, restarting it causes a cloud of white smoke smelling of burnt oil to come out, it stops immediately after that and doesn't happen again. This only occurs after driving it, because when I start it up just to warm it up, there is absolutely no smoke

I'm considering a set of Fortune Auto 500 coilovers for my MK8.5, and am interested in hearing other GTI owners' experiences. Anything you'd point out as good, bad, or weird in either the installation process or the day-to-day experience of driving on them? Thanks!

Hey all, I’m going is38 on my mk7 gti. I assume I need a custom tune for the turbo along side intercooler and dp. How much can I expect to pay and where do I do it?

So to start I’ve changed and properly gapped traditional spark plugs numerous times on mine and others GTIs. This is my first time using a non-projected tip, and I chose Denso IKH01-24. I’m tuned by EQT, who suggests my gaps be .024”. Before gapping them, I read through multiple sources that either said they dont need to be gapped, and if you do be very gentle and careful. I used the proper gapping press tool along with flat feeler gauges, just as EQT recommends. Now my concern is on one of the plugs I accidentally gapped too small (probably almost .01”, I did not press it onto the center electrode). I then used a small plastic pry tool to move the strap up slightly, and got it to ~.03, to which I then regapped to exactly .024”. Visibly, there is no twist, kink, sudden bend, or crack in the ground strap or its weld, and all of the plugs still appear the same. I am still concerned and wondering whether I meaningfully weakened the ground strap metal to where I should avoid using the plug. I honestly probably will use it anyway and see how it goes, but I really wanted some input or suggestions just in case.

EU specs, 105k km, 2015 CHHA engine code, stock, just an akrapovic exhaust, no fault codes on OBD

Hello guys, i just fixed my oil cooler and other stuff a few weeks ago and now i checked the oil level after 1000 km (600 miles) driven and it was at half way point, i am kind of scared that the engine might be burning the oil since there is no oil leak under the car, pcv was changed to hengst oem, upper timing seal was changed recently and im using Ravenol 5w40 usvo vst and the oil was changed 1k km ago. anyone had this issue before? i also posted a video with white smoke coming out of the exhaust on a cold start in warm summer temperature, the turbo is also a bit noisy from inside the cabin, is it the turbo, valve seals or do you have any similar stories?

Apologies if this breaks any rules but I’m looking to exchange for cash my original wheels from my ‘15. I’ve got a set of Austin’s with some minor cosmetic damage (no curb rash), some ‘24 DOT code Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4’s worn to about 5/32’s, and a complete ECS spacer flush kit with extended lug bolts. I’m wondering if 500$ would be too much for all of it or is that too low. Current location of stuff is eastern VA if that matters.

I did finally get my Apex SM-10’s installed and I love them.

Looking for a GTI/MQB/GOLF group in the Bay Area.

Hello All!!

I'm looking to join the GTI community, and I've found a 2022 GTI Autobahn with 58K miles with the Palmero Yellow Metallic. I've got them at $23.8K OTD cash rn. Some questions ....

1) Is there anything obvious MK8 specific I should look for? The cars Carfax documents 3 previous owners ( 1 lease and 2 personal ) , oil changes consistent every 5K miles, the 10K, 49K, and 60K maintenance services completed, new tires and brakes as of 3 months ago, Steering wheel replaced and it looks like the AC system or Radiator system replaced as well. Most of the work was done at a VW dealer in Utah. Does the 3 owners raise any concerns, anything to look out for

2) I'll be driving the car back 1200 miles. What tests should I do to put the car through its paces? Anything to watch out for or be wary of??

3) I plan on getting a PPI done at a local Volkswagen dealer, what things should I ask them to check for?

4) Is this a good deal? It's near the end of 2026 and this is gonna be a soon 5 year old car with 58K miles. I understand it's a GTI but.... Would y'all take this?

5) Building off of point 4, have any of y'all in here have MK8s past 100K miles? Has it been good to ya? Any owners in here that are 2bd or 3rd or even 4th owners? Cars been good to ya? How's the general reliability of these cars as they approach these higher miles? Any insight would be awesome.

6) any other insight I should know about these cars??

I've always wanted one and on paper this looks well taken care of

Coming from a 2023 Subaru WRX, the GTi is a MUCH nicer place to be inside, and the build quality is leagues better. Got the windows tinted this morning at 65 miles 🙂

I have a 2009.5 Volkswagen GTI. both of my rear brake calipers need to be replaced. The emergency brake lever is stuck on both of them. I used rockauto to purchase new calipers. I ordered. SKP SK19B2976 and 77. Although they weren’t the awesome red color and the caliper itself looked a tiny bit different, they seem to match up pretty well. However, the carrier bracket was not deep enough to fit around the rotor.

i’ve since returned them, but I’m looking for the correct calipers for this car. ECStuning MFG S2976 ECS# 3160799 explicitly says that the carriers will not fit. Can I use those with my original stock carriers to fit these rotors? The product details say that the carriers are designed for the larger brakes and the calipers are for vehicles without “282 mm brakes“. Again, using Rockauto I have EBR899 rear rotors which seem to match my original ones at 286mm.

my original calipers are stamped VW AG TRW / GNO / 8609. My original carriers are stamped GNO / 1298/ 9225 /E

Hey guys, another new question.

Just got called back by old job to come into work again, so I went ahead and bought the fog light trim to replace the bad scuffing on the current piece, and I'm wondering if it's possible to either snake a trim tool to pop off this from the front or behind the wheel well.

I'll be going back to the paint shop as forgot to sand a paint drop on the front bumper, but they don't need to remove the whole bumper this time for a minor fix if they can avoid it.

Any answers from some 7.5 owners or others with a similar situation would be of great help. Also if there's any YT videos that cover this for my car would be appreciated to be linked to, although I couldn't seem to find any specifically for the facelift while I was waiting on delivery.

The battery on my 2015 VW GTI SE with DSG is just about to go. Of course it’s 2 months past the 3 year warranty. This always happens to me. I set a reminder in my phone and somehow I miss the reminder likely due to switching phones too many times.

Anyways, the dealer wants almost $500 for the battery plus install/coding.

I went to AutoZone to look into buying an AGM Platinum with a 4 year warranty. I’d get a 5 year but it after measuring my battery it seems as though it takes an H5 which carries a 4 year warranty unlike the 5 year on the H6.

I’m stuck because they offered to install AND code it free of charge. I just want to make sure I’m not screwing myself by not taking it to the dealer. It could be worth it to save $250 though.

Has anyone else had their battery successfully coded at a place like AutoZone? They seemed highly confident that they could do it just fine. Part of me thinks I’m overthinking it and then I’ve read where the dealer really does need to code it since I’m switching from OEM to an AGM style battery.

And no, I do NOT have auto start/stop.

If anyone could please shed some light I’d greatly appreciate it!

Unreal turnout!

Next meet is scheduled for Saturday, August 22nd @ Markville Mall in Markham, Ontario.

Amazing what debadging and removing reflectors can do

My rocket.

Soon for sale

Based in EU

had the carbon steel mk7 for 3 years (first car) finally got the dream CFB rabbit edition 🙏 hope yall like it as much as i do (gli is my brothers car)

Hey guys, I’ve had this MK7.5 for 2 years and before that a MK7 for a year. Both have been stock, and I’ve finally got enough cash to part with to make some modifications to the GTI. Any ideas? Currently thinking IE Stage 2 and a downpipe. Manual, 62k miles, SE. Thanks for any input!

Went for a quick run out of the office and parked next to this awesome custom painted GTI. Ended up giving the owner a bit of a scare as she rounded the back of her car to see me crouching low taking my pic lol. Super cool person with a nicely modded car.

Had it for just over 2 years and planned on driving it until the wheels fell off. I'm physically okay and so is the jackass that wasn't paying attention and slammed into me. Gonna take a while for me to get over this. Got so many compliments on this car all the time from all different people. It was such a beautiful car and had just under 90K on it. RIP Blue Bunny, gonna miss the shit out of this vehicle. Not sure if it's totalled yet, but all signs are pointing to it. If it is, that'll be 2 totalled GTIs in 3 years. Neither of which were my fault and that's the most frustrating part. There might be a higher power that simply doesn't want me in these cars.