The music for this episode is amazing at the end, on its own it's an incredible piece of music, but it really works so perfectly for that part of the video. Mad respect.
5 minutes into owning a new car and Moog already put cable ties on it, DIY tuners around the world are so proud right now 🤣. Joking aside the car looks awesome. But Moog you said to vote around the lip kit but you only showed the front lip, it’s hard to say unless we see the kit as a whole. I think the front lip is fine but it’ll come down to if you can live with the OCD of the logo being offset 😂 I personally like the offset logo.
The clear film wrap is the most interesting part to me of the detailing process. The time it takes to make that look as unnoticeable as possible is wild. Car looks amazing! DO THE LIP KIT!
That B-roll footage, the editing, and the amazing work by the guys at Sydney Premium Detailing made for some of the best looking car content I have ever seen on TH-cam. I am in absolute awe of how amazing the car has ended up looking. Massive props to those guys and what a homage to them through this video. They couldn't have asked for a better commercial.
When I first started watching MCM 10+ years ago I was broke and sad driving my Civic Hybrid with its poop CVT. A decade and a Ford Focus later, I put my name down on a Golf R shortly before it came to Australia (I live in Canada) and picked it up two weeks ago. This also was the first time I ever bought a new car --due to the whole being broke thing. I definitely must've been influenced by MCM to end up going for such a specimen of a car and am stoked to follow Moog on his journey modifying his Mk8.
I did the same 3 years ago with the mk7 golf r series .Bought it , than straight to stage 2 more than 12 grands in mods . best choice of my life run 11s 1/4 mile hope you enjoyed it ! Hi from Canada(quebec)
@@GhostReaper5.0 I'll be doing that too at some point. Right now I'm just enjoying driving something that doesn't take 10+ seconds to go from 0-60 lol. Also hi from BC!
I started watching this channel when i was 9. Seeing the difference in quality of these videos grow along with me is truly amazing. Props to you guys, and cheers to more years!
I generally follow the "less is more" philosophy, but I vote yes for the front air splitter. Adds an aggressive look and really complements the wheels. (Also prefer the badge offset vs centered.)
I can't recommend 3M PPF highly enough. I've used it on my front corner lights, the sidemarkers/indicators and of course the pop-up lights. I've also used it on the place where I needed it the most on my car, which was the tail lights. being an 80's car with degrading plastics and bad UV rot, I needed something to protect the lenses from being any worse, which is where the PPF (and specifically 3M) came into the picture. after sanding them down with 1500 wet/dry and washing them, they got PPF coated and look fresher than when they left the showroom. it's also UV resistant, self-healing (some kind of black magic in that) and was piss-easy to apply. great episode Moog.
But is it worth 2900$ for the front tho? Cuz that my local wrapping place (exclusive wrap) has quoted me. Don’t think it’s worth that much, because luxury car don’t stay in your hands that long
Lol you guys made me trade in my 2019 STI and buy a 2019 Golf R, now I have a 2021 STI and you're making me want to trade it in for a 2022 Golf R thanks a lot MCM!
I've had a few sporty Golfs in my time but have to say this looks great. What I also like about your videos is how inclusive you are when it comes to society's less fortunate. Nothing says tolerance, consideration and a willingness to help, more than letting a guy from Yorkshire work on your car.
I reckon the lip kit is good. Looks meaner with it, cleaner without. Depends on what style you want, it's your car after all. Sick vid as always, happy you're so happy with the car, mate 🤙🏻
I would send that Maxton Lip Kit Back to Maxton. Bought a Maxton kit once. It was badly made, terrible finish. Had to send it back. If I was desperate for a lip kit I would buy from TRC (Triple R Composites).
i agree. looks much more aggressive with it. personally don't like mk8 r much cause looks too much like an ordinary car. so i think that front splitter deffo helps it stands out quite a bit.
Based on their video plots, and the prior contest with Roadkill, you should have a Moog vs. Marty build for Lemons with Paul helping one and Charles helping the other!
Great result! Love the OEM+ look personally as well. I would go for the frontlip, which makes the front just a bit more aggressive, and it seems like it would frame the front entirely. But hey, it's your goat, so float it as you please! :D
I think the lip looks good ... and I don't think the logo offset is a mistake since it sits right at that corner spot .. great car and good luck with it :)
I remember when you guys were painting plastic trim and brake calipers on your drive. Now you're taking delivery of a new $60k car in your massive workshop. Crazy how far you've come, love this channel.
I used to work at a dealership doing pre delivery inspections & cleans, & almost every brand new car I worked on would have less than 6kms on the clock. So being that this is the first MK8 Golf R in the country, I’d say a few of the salesmen have definitely taken this for a spin around the block a few times for it to end up being delivered with 14kms. Either way, the car looks amazing after the paint correction, and I’d definitely put the lip kit on as well. Great video as always!
I work for GM and some vehicles have 10-15KMs on them . It all depends on the way they are delivered . In my city they come in by train then are moved around the lot to be loaded onto trucks to be shipped out .
I think it looks better with the lip kit but I think you could probably find something better than that one. Oddly I think if the badge on it was centered it would look weird, though I would have put it on the side with the R badge.
Take away the limited revenue MCM gets from TH-cam, merch sales etc. Both Marty and Moog are very talented music professionals, the fact this is the first brand new car MOOG has purchased, speaks volumes of his character. That's why l continue to support THE GREATEST 4WD'n CHANNEL ON THE INTERNET!
Don't forget the sponsors and I bet they get plenty of free stuff sent to the guys, bet the people in this video did it for free or for a much reduced rate for the exposure, plus I bet Miltek sent the exhaust as a freebie....but I could be wrong. Not taking anything away from the guys, love their work but there is more going on in the background than you and me realise. They have a HUGE following not only in Australia but ROW (I'm in the UK) that's a huge amount of exposure for any brand (They are definitely influencers in the car world)
All the mods look great! Perfect height, nice clean wheels, good choice of tires. The lip kit looks really good. And Marty sneaking around in the reveal shots was hilarious 😂
I was on the fence about reserving a blue R that was coming to my local dealer, but after seeing it with the black wheels and body kit, im SOLD. It looks WAY better than stock, great work
@MCM - you should grab an OBDeleven which will let you easily adjust change car settings. From enabled undertake with ACC, to adjusting the speedo calibration and everything in between. Best thing I ever purchased for my golf!.. Changes that are a must do, - disable starting vibration reduction (stops the car from applying the brakes if you get any slight wheel slip, which causes the thudding) - enable press and hold lock/unlock on key to wind windows up/down. - allow door locking while engine is running. - enable a selection of colours for the dash/infotainment accents. - disable start stop at all times. - don't turn off DRLs when indicator is active. - disable menu/input lockouts while driving. - enable undertaking while using ACC (the car will literally slow down to the same speed as a car on the right, rather than continuing past). - set soundaktor percentage (0-100%) - change throttle input curve to "direct" (by default the throttle ramps up and down in attempt to smooth the drive). It's really endless.
31:50 Whenever this track starts... makes me wanna live life to the fullest... thank you moog and marty for an awesome channel with amazing content and music.... you guys are one of the best things that ever happened in my life... cheerss ❤
So happy for you Moog. A new car for a champion of a bloke sharing your mods journey with us. The new mods make the car stand out even more and the final TLC on the paint job was next level. The lip kit could be the way to go!
@@themarauder6108 to each their own. I do agree to some extent. I feel like it’s very dependent on what car it’s going on and the style of the lip. For example, half of the ones made for my ‘19 Civic Si just look plain stupid.
@@enjoiLife198 , There's a kid that lives near me who's bolted one of these kits to his Yaris along with a loud exhaust, it looks and sounds ridiculous.
I’m glad the aftermarket’s finally caught up to some of the little things that used to be prohibitive. Like valved exhausts and electric dampers and electric parking brakes. I thought the ground effect kit looks great minus the offset badge. Nice and subtle almost factory look with the matching gloss black.
Loving that color Moog. I'd say give the lip a try. Maybe just test fit it with a couple double sided pieces of tape. Then if you like it, make the install more permanent. Beautiful car though!
Love the WRECK IT on G8R. Quick thought, maybe consider spray some black heat resistance paint on the inside of the exhaust tip to cover the metal tubing. Was quite noticeable whilst pulling into the detailers
A message for the haters of golf 8. Good luck hating this car. The car is looking so good, oem + gotta be the best way to go when modifying a car. Clean af
Detailing vehicle is absolutely a modern art that is underappreciated, especially the skill it takes to wrap perfectly a brand new car they've never touched before.
Im with you on the gloves. I know its a safety issue but I've been turning wrenches over 20 years and the feel isn't there for me. Also, my hands sweat and I hate that wet glove feeling. Great content as usual. Grats on the new car.
ive been doing it a few weeks (just started as an apprentice) and i hate gloves. ill only wear them with brake fluid stuff because it irritates my hands
I've been watching since the driveway, really proud of ya'll for having that amazing garage. Ya'll are the only youtube channel I actively buy merch from. Greetings from Nashville, TN.
Loved the genuine delight on your face as you lowered the car down after installing the Milltek, Moogs. Using the old wheels with some dedicated tyres for the track? Very tasteful mods (even if i do prefer blue/silver vs blue/black!). Correction and film makes it look spectacular - front lip and skirts will top it off, I think. Congrats on the new .:Ride!
I think this design is right next to the MK6 R for me, its curvy like that one, but has the MK7 edges to compliment the curves. I am so freaking jealous of the countries that get the Avant version...
When I finally got an opportunity to buy a new car for the first time and I also got the Mark 8 Golf R; congratulations! Thank you for your amazing videos; it definitely helped me make my decision.
What's your mechanic in the shops accent? So interesting. I'm guessing parts of Australia (Maybe he's from New Zealand?) has different accents by region like here in Canada.
The hardware certainly looked cheap as it chinced across the floor. I'd be straight off to the stainless nut and bolt supply for some 304 (minimum) grade hex female pan heads and ancillaries.
I’m not personally a fan of brand new cars, I’m not into the muted sounds, electronic handbrakes dsg gearboxes etc…but no one can deny that your new golf looks banging! Very nice package all round, super clean 👌
Couldnt think of anything worse than driving an older, loud, manual car for the daily commute...give me fast, refined, modern and loaded with tech for the daily grind. The more visceral manual cars are for the weekends.
@@ronaldov09 Each to their own, totally understand the comfort and refinement for daily working, I’m just old fashioned having grown up racing go karts, I’d take the loud communicative car every day of the week I can’t help myself. I drive a V5 2.3 manual with loud cat back everywhere including work.
Just finished work on my own car to see a upload from our friends from Australia 🦘. Today is a good day!! Keep up the awesome uploads! Been a subscriber from the first hour. You guys inspired me to do all work on my car myself! Thank you! Kind regards from the Netherlands
So good to see you remedy the mistake of getting rid of your previous Golf R... The Audi didn't quite cut it. I think the White GolfR was my favorite build. It was a good looking daily with heaps of Power.. It is quite amazing how much larger the new exhaust is than stock. It sounds a bit more aggressive but it sure looks a whole lot better. Your anti chrome stance is growing on me. The drop was a bit low for my taste but it is your ride. I knew as soon as I seen the car in the dealer those mirror caps were getting altered. Are the new wheels and tires lighter than stock or is it just cosmetic? The KIT always seems to fit Moogs personality and it does look better when he's done most of the time.. Now add the Chopped Sticker.. I can't wait to see Marty get to go full Mark8 mods on the MIRA - Scion - Toyota... Oh whatever that 3 cylinder nugget is. Note: I guess if your going to pay that much for a car and then put a substantial amount of money into modifying it you might as well go the extra mile and protect your investment. I don't think my car is worth the amount of money that was spent on the mods and protection which is probably why I like watching this show.. Nuggets to exotics.. so much fun. Thanks and best wishes on repairing the vandalized GTi-R.
@@bleachyunknown2000 Thanks for the reply. I haven't bought wheels (or a new car) in so long I just wasn't sure how light modern wheels would be, especially on a vehicle like the Golf R.
Love the new Golf, had to be Lapis 😁 As for the lip kit, it's a no from me. Just don't think most cars need it. See a tonne of Focus STs over here in the UK on the owners page I'm a member of with them fitted and just think they look really tacked on and don't help the overall look. It's the main reason I've kept it off my Mk3. But each to their own 👍
I was hoping he would list spring kit specs and brand. Perfect height and stance even with the stock wheels and tires… that was the main reason I watched this video!
Not for VW lol. All the VW dealers around me are perfectly fine with mods. This isnt a subaru or honda where you put a new cabin air filter in by yourself and it voids the entire warranty ... lmfaoo
I remember watching you guys working in the driveway. I'm so proud of you guys 💪💕 Edit: Also, the stock exhaust tips look like something off a PT Cruiser or a HHR hahaha
Love that the valve system in that golf R is exactly the same as my MK8 fiesta st. Just a note for the valve, after a while the spring compresses too much and it gets rattly when the valves shut. If that happens put a little piece of rubber in the motor side, it helps. Had to do it with mine with the miltek exhaust.
Hi mate, loving your video so far. first time! i have my Golf R on order so would love to get your recommendation for a Brisbane/South East Queensland garage that can assist me with modifying my own when it arrives. Thanks so much.
Not gonna lie, never been a huge fan of the vw golf series, but this car... Is really quite beautiful. VW really out did themselves with this car, and even has an Audi quality interior. Stunning car.
And that suspension is already the greatest thing VW has ever done. I wouldn’t get near changing that. That’s what makes the car an upgrade is that suspension
Love the mods you selected and the down to earth approach you take on your vids! I was considering a new Golf R as my next purchase and you sold me on it for sure! Congrats on the new ride!
Sometimes in life you realize that what you have other people dream of, so never take for granted what you have and count your blessings, MK8 R my dream car , cool video man love from south africa.
i remember the first time i watched this channel was when they made a golf (budget street cred) and actually stopped watching youtube all together for years, here i am, after 9 years, watching them do another golf, shit is crazy
I completely agree with your concept of "Not lowering the car too much". I also agree it looks like sh!t so slammed one must worry about rubbing when going over bumps... it's ridiculous. But hey... to each their own. 🙂 Also, I would have put the newly-styled VW logo center caps on those REVO wheels. I think they would pop much better! There is not a lot that pops about those REVO center caps. But hey, again, to each their own, good friend! The REVO center caps don't look bad... I just think they new VW caps look better. Awesome ride, awesome mods... I enjoyed the trip! I'm a bit envious right about now! 😛
Looks amazing! I was almost definitely sure that you would change the emblems with the black ones. But still, it's beautiful! I honestly would prefer the lip kit without the logo or at least properly positioned. The logo on the lip kit looks a bit bigger than it should and stays under the bumper.
17.25: Using the widow makers. Did this to my Ford Territory... bigger/heavier springs = sketchy. I will let Pedders (or similar) do it next time. Also, nyloc nuts should only be used once (unless you add some locktite) - depending on application. Great video. Enjoy
33:21 For a second I thought Moog was about to start spitting bars when the beat came in. Also it's nice to see that the VW emblem boot handle mechanism gets stuck like that even on a brand new golf R
Had a mk7 done like this and swore I’d never go back… Thought I’d grew up have a S6… I am now searching for a mk8 as I watch this 😂 You have great taste mate
![Marty's New Daily [FASTER and CHEAPER than MK8 Golf R]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ed9g0LjnMTo/mqdefault.jpg)
![FWD vs AWD Race | MK8 Golf R vs Modified MK7 GTI [The Dream Crusher]](/img/n.gif)
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Congrats on the car its insane 😍👌👏👍
No on the spliter
Need to blacken the badges get rid of all the silver murder it out in black bits
No to the splitter, another great video. 😁
Definitely needs the lip kit on!!
The music for this episode is amazing at the end, on its own it's an incredible piece of music, but it really works so perfectly for that part of the video. Mad respect.
Very kind thanks mate!
@@mightycarmods such a chill vibe in that cleaning vid
@@mightycarmods can I pay you money to listen to that somewhere?
@@Bleechers PLEASE!
@@Bleechers Lots of the music is on Apple Music, Spotify and streaming platforms under 'Moog'. Cheers!
Thats a pretty fancy Mahk 8!
Gotta see that JB on the R...😁😎
😂
Deutsche autoparts, humble mechanic/ mcm collaboration!!
@@markdenyer8072 Austrailia>USA
@@cowmath77 too bad nobody cares what you think, champ 🏆
The detailing montage was almost my favourite part. Everything looks so clean and perfect after the process!
5 minutes into owning a new car and Moog already put cable ties on it, DIY tuners around the world are so proud right now 🤣. Joking aside the car looks awesome. But Moog you said to vote around the lip kit but you only showed the front lip, it’s hard to say unless we see the kit as a whole. I think the front lip is fine but it’ll come down to if you can live with the OCD of the logo being offset 😂 I personally like the offset logo.
perhaps carefully peel off the logo and re center it in the middle
@@brunostiglitz7535 or just remove the logo completely. Who wants an ugly logo on their car?...
Golf 4 life
I think the offset logo is ment to be offset actually. Because it would look dumb in the middle.
I love this car so much i could honestly say its my dream affordable love the mods youve done it looks way better i enjoy your vids so much
The clear film wrap is the most interesting part to me of the detailing process. The time it takes to make that look as unnoticeable as possible is wild. Car looks amazing! DO THE LIP KIT!
Wonderful 😊😊😊
That B-roll footage, the editing, and the amazing work by the guys at Sydney Premium Detailing made for some of the best looking car content I have ever seen on TH-cam. I am in absolute awe of how amazing the car has ended up looking. Massive props to those guys and what a homage to them through this video. They couldn't have asked for a better commercial.
The moment I saw those black tips on the car and the new wheels I immediately loved this car. Absolutely perfect.
Adjust the tip ;)
When I first started watching MCM 10+ years ago I was broke and sad driving my Civic Hybrid with its poop CVT. A decade and a Ford Focus later, I put my name down on a Golf R shortly before it came to Australia (I live in Canada) and picked it up two weeks ago. This also was the first time I ever bought a new car --due to the whole being broke thing. I definitely must've been influenced by MCM to end up going for such a specimen of a car and am stoked to follow Moog on his journey modifying his Mk8.
enjoy your new car mate
I did the same 3 years ago with the mk7 golf r series .Bought it , than straight to stage 2 more than 12 grands in mods . best choice of my life run 11s 1/4 mile hope you enjoyed it ! Hi from Canada(quebec)
what color did you get?
@@TheG60528XiJinPing Went with the lapiz blue. It really does look even better in person.
@@GhostReaper5.0 I'll be doing that too at some point. Right now I'm just enjoying driving something that doesn't take 10+ seconds to go from 0-60 lol. Also hi from BC!
I started watching this channel when i was 9. Seeing the difference in quality of these videos grow along with me is truly amazing. Props to you guys, and cheers to more years!
I generally follow the "less is more" philosophy, but I vote yes for the front air splitter. Adds an aggressive look and really complements the wheels. (Also prefer the badge offset vs centered.)
Looks better with the splitter for sure
Yep, same here. Less is more guy. Definitely the lip looks great tho, I'd put it on.
I can't recommend 3M PPF highly enough. I've used it on my front corner lights, the sidemarkers/indicators and of course the pop-up lights.
I've also used it on the place where I needed it the most on my car, which was the tail lights. being an 80's car with degrading plastics and bad UV rot, I needed something to protect the lenses from being any worse, which is where the PPF (and specifically 3M) came into the picture. after sanding them down with 1500 wet/dry and washing them, they got PPF coated and look fresher than when they left the showroom. it's also UV resistant, self-healing (some kind of black magic in that) and was piss-easy to apply. great episode Moog.
But is it worth 2900$ for the front tho? Cuz that my local wrapping place (exclusive wrap) has quoted me. Don’t think it’s worth that much, because luxury car don’t stay in your hands that long
Lol you guys made me trade in my 2019 STI and buy a 2019 Golf R, now I have a 2021 STI and you're making me want to trade it in for a 2022 Golf R thanks a lot MCM!
So happy you got another R!! Those mk7r videos are the reason I started watching the channel.
I've had a few sporty Golfs in my time but have to say this looks great.
What I also like about your videos is how inclusive you are when it comes to society's less fortunate.
Nothing says tolerance, consideration and a willingness to help, more than letting a guy from Yorkshire work on your car.
Ba ha ha ha.
that paint protection and cermaic coating segment... smiles, smiles , and more smiles. pure automotive bliss.
I reckon the lip kit is good. Looks meaner with it, cleaner without. Depends on what style you want, it's your car after all. Sick vid as always, happy you're so happy with the car, mate 🤙🏻
Has some Urus vibes if you ask me.
I would send that Maxton Lip Kit Back to Maxton. Bought a Maxton kit once. It was badly made, terrible finish. Had to send it back. If I was desperate for a lip kit I would buy from TRC (Triple R Composites).
i agree. looks much more aggressive with it. personally don't like mk8 r much cause looks too much like an ordinary car. so i think that front splitter deffo helps it stands out quite a bit.
On!!
@@callumpetch7903 I have a Maxton rear bumper, it was just terrible fitment wise, had to sand and glue a lot.
LOVE that you guys got a MK8R. Wish you would have spent more time in it stock. Its so good. Maybe one of these days we can collab LOL :P
This is something I would love to see.... Make it happen!
PLEASE FLY THEM OVER AND BUILD A budget GTI for lemons together!!!
Im into this!
@@Deutscheautoparts I'll fly in from SoCal to help you guys!
Based on their video plots, and the prior contest with Roadkill, you should have a Moog vs. Marty build for Lemons with Paul helping one and Charles helping the other!
Great result! Love the OEM+ look personally as well. I would go for the frontlip, which makes the front just a bit more aggressive, and it seems like it would frame the front entirely. But hey, it's your goat, so float it as you please! :D
I'm a yes for the lip kit. Personally, I would have gone for the TRC lowline kit but it definitely looks better with one on.
Love how that car was stock for about an hour from dealer pick-up to the shop.
Sadly if you actually do this yourself, VW will instantly void your warranty.
Tht how it done true Og style
Life is too short for stock cars.
Dutchse Auto Parts did a video on modding it before they even signed the papers...
I usually void warranties within the first week of buying. It's bad... But fun
Pretty much spot on Re mods.
- wheels/tyres
- coils or springs
- lip kit
- exhaust
Transforms the car
I think the lip looks good ... and I don't think the logo offset is a mistake since it sits right at that corner spot .. great car and good luck with it :)
From seeing loads of cars with a Maxton design splitter, most have an offset logo. Even my KSB Splitter on my golf has a logo sat on one side
I peeled the sticker/badge off the Maxton splitter I got for my wife's Civic.
Do it! I have just brought the full Maxton kit for my Tesla Model S so would be good to see you fitting it before I attempt mine
Yeah surprised you didn't install the lips Moog!
Yh it's just a Maxton thing
I remember when you guys were painting plastic trim and brake calipers on your drive. Now you're taking delivery of a new $60k car in your massive workshop. Crazy how far you've come, love this channel.
I used to work at a dealership doing pre delivery inspections & cleans, & almost every brand new car I worked on would have less than 6kms on the clock. So being that this is the first MK8 Golf R in the country, I’d say a few of the salesmen have definitely taken this for a spin around the block a few times for it to end up being delivered with 14kms. Either way, the car looks amazing after the paint correction, and I’d definitely put the lip kit on as well. Great video as always!
Different brands and types of cars could have different testing?
I work for GM and some vehicles have 10-15KMs on them . It all depends on the way they are delivered . In my city they come in by train then are moved around the lot to be loaded onto trucks to be shipped out .
Most cars can still reset the odometer under 100kms for pre delivery
I think it looks better with the lip kit but I think you could probably find something better than that one.
Oddly I think if the badge on it was centered it would look weird, though I would have put it on the side with the R badge.
@BeauBrink more 🇵🇱 ;)
The TRC kits look pretty much the same but are much better quality.
The off center logo is definitely a mistake, all Maxton design parts have the logo in the middle
@@Oockeshoek Definetly not a mistake, even my kit has the badge on the side and all the kits I've seen have the badge on the side
my maxton design splitter was not the best quality but the badge was off centre on mine too
Yo, I can see why you've been doing this for years and have 3.63M subscribers :)
You seem like a genuine guy, and this seems like a genuine channel.
Take away the limited revenue MCM gets from TH-cam, merch sales etc. Both Marty and Moog are very talented music professionals, the fact this is the first brand new car MOOG has purchased, speaks volumes of his character. That's why l continue to support THE GREATEST 4WD'n CHANNEL ON THE INTERNET!
His first new car and it's not an outrageous super car like most TH-cam car people get. I'm glad he went with the Golf R.
Don't forget the sponsors and I bet they get plenty of free stuff sent to the guys, bet the people in this video did it for free or for a much reduced rate for the exposure, plus I bet Miltek sent the exhaust as a freebie....but I could be wrong.
Not taking anything away from the guys, love their work but there is more going on in the background than you and me realise.
They have a HUGE following not only in Australia but ROW (I'm in the UK) that's a huge amount of exposure for any brand (They are definitely influencers in the car world)
All the mods look great! Perfect height, nice clean wheels, good choice of tires. The lip kit looks really good. And Marty sneaking around in the reveal shots was hilarious 😂
I was on the fence about reserving a blue R that was coming to my local dealer, but after seeing it with the black wheels and body kit, im SOLD. It looks WAY better than stock, great work
@MCM - you should grab an OBDeleven which will let you easily adjust change car settings. From enabled undertake with ACC, to adjusting the speedo calibration and everything in between.
Best thing I ever purchased for my golf!.. Changes that are a must do,
- disable starting vibration reduction (stops the car from applying the brakes if you get any slight wheel slip, which causes the thudding)
- enable press and hold lock/unlock on key to wind windows up/down.
- allow door locking while engine is running.
- enable a selection of colours for the dash/infotainment accents.
- disable start stop at all times.
- don't turn off DRLs when indicator is active.
- disable menu/input lockouts while driving.
- enable undertaking while using ACC (the car will literally slow down to the same speed as a car on the right, rather than continuing past).
- set soundaktor percentage (0-100%)
- change throttle input curve to "direct" (by default the throttle ramps up and down in attempt to smooth the drive).
It's really endless.
I might have to get that, thanks man
Just bought my MK8 a few months ago. This has been the best video I've watched so far. Excited to mod mine evventually. Your R is dope
31:50 Whenever this track starts... makes me wanna live life to the fullest... thank you moog and marty for an awesome channel with amazing content and music.... you guys are one of the best things that ever happened in my life... cheerss ❤
So happy for you Moog. A new car for a champion of a bloke sharing your mods journey with us. The new mods make the car stand out even more and the final TLC on the paint job was next level. The lip kit could be the way to go!
All the way from South Africa. Love this show. Been following for years!!!!!
Paulie would agree, sure he is from mzansi. Accent wise. Correct me if I'm wrong
I think the lip kit is a go. I also actually like the offset badge on it
Adding lip kits is a trend that should have died years ago.
@@themarauder6108 to each their own. I do agree to some extent. I feel like it’s very dependent on what car it’s going on and the style of the lip. For example, half of the ones made for my ‘19 Civic Si just look plain stupid.
@@enjoiLife198 , There's a kid that lives near me who's bolted one of these kits to his Yaris along with a loud exhaust, it looks and sounds ridiculous.
Rip that badge off!
Yup, I'm normally super conservative around these things, but it's a nice looking lip IMO.
The video of how to perfect your golf R, this is absolutely spot on!. Good job guys
I’m glad the aftermarket’s finally caught up to some of the little things that used to be prohibitive. Like valved exhausts and electric dampers and electric parking brakes. I thought the ground effect kit looks great minus the offset badge. Nice and subtle almost factory look with the matching gloss black.
Loving that color Moog. I'd say give the lip a try. Maybe just test fit it with a couple double sided pieces of tape. Then if you like it, make the install more permanent. Beautiful car though!
Lip on, IMHO
my dad just bought one a few weeks ago. I drove it once and put in an order for a GTI. It's truly still a drivers car.
Love the WRECK IT on G8R.
Quick thought, maybe consider spray some black heat resistance paint on the inside of the exhaust tip to cover the metal tubing. Was quite noticeable whilst pulling into the detailers
Came to the comments looking for this. Small details that matter.
Honestly that lip kit looks pretty cool, though I would remove the badge completely.
The whole duration of this video was just pure automotive bliss and therapy! Thanks for giving us this awesome safe space and escapism guys!
When you're watching MCM and MCM upload.... very good, very nice.
A message for the haters of golf 8. Good luck hating this car.
The car is looking so good, oem + gotta be the best way to go when modifying a car. Clean af
oem+ is sooo clean love it
Golfs are too boring to hate.
Detailing vehicle is absolutely a modern art that is underappreciated, especially the skill it takes to wrap perfectly a brand new car they've never touched before.
Im with you on the gloves. I know its a safety issue but I've been turning wrenches over 20 years and the feel isn't there for me. Also, my hands sweat and I hate that wet glove feeling. Great content as usual. Grats on the new car.
I sometimes use gloves, but they usually shred themselves within 5 minutes...
ive been doing it a few weeks (just started as an apprentice) and i hate gloves. ill only wear them with brake fluid stuff because it irritates my hands
Get some better quality. MAGID polyester coated industrial assembly gloves are pretty good, and like $3 a pair.
As a lot of people will say. I love how far you guys have come. It’s inspiring 😊
Honestly, that ceramic coating ppf part was just so dayum satisfying to watch. Great video!
Humble mechanic beat you to it, modded his at the port lol. Congrats Moog well deserved mate.
Yea, but this is the first customer delivered in Australia, humble mechanic is American
@@kurtlamprecht93 the LAM award.
@@kurtlamprecht93 broke your caps lock?
I've been watching since the driveway, really proud of ya'll for having that amazing garage. Ya'll are the only youtube channel I actively buy merch from. Greetings from Nashville, TN.
Wow what a beautiful golf, glad you grabbed an 8r moog. As a 7r owner myself, I love to see this 🔥🔥🔥
Loved the genuine delight on your face as you lowered the car down after installing the Milltek, Moogs. Using the old wheels with some dedicated tyres for the track?
Very tasteful mods (even if i do prefer blue/silver vs blue/black!). Correction and film makes it look spectacular - front lip and skirts will top it off, I think. Congrats on the new .:Ride!
I think this design is right next to the MK6 R for me, its curvy like that one, but has the MK7 edges to compliment the curves. I am so freaking jealous of the countries that get the Avant version...
one of the simple but clean MK8 R iv seen! really sold me on a R now lol got to get my hands on one!
Definitely yes to the front lip.
That MK8 Golf R looks amazing Good Job Moog Modifying and it will goes really fast at the race track road Make 320HP on Dyno Well done👏👏👏👏👏
When I finally got an opportunity to buy a new car for the first time and I also got the Mark 8 Golf R; congratulations! Thank you for your amazing videos; it definitely helped me make my decision.
What's your mechanic in the shops accent? So interesting. I'm guessing parts of Australia (Maybe he's from New Zealand?) has different accents by region like here in Canada.
South African. I'm from Cape Town/Durban myself.
Sounds like a South African accent to me.
Defo S.African accent.
...we sure do stick out dont we? 😅🤣
Ahh, thanks folks! It's definitely a unique one I wouldn't hear often.
Love the content, but personally I think the maxton design bits can sometimes makes cars look a bit tacky, sometimes their products look cheap
The hardware certainly looked cheap as it chinced across the floor.
I'd be straight off to the stainless nut and bolt supply for some 304 (minimum) grade hex female pan heads and ancillaries.
maxton are cheap chinest crap bro
Anything after market on modern cars look tacky, they usually look as good as they can be from factory which is why the modified car scene died
@@mrcaboosevg6089 looks are subjective to everyone. Talking from out your bum there fella
Hi! I'm not sure if you read comments, but I'm just really happy you showed that wheel & tyre. I totally understand the tiny little drop :)
I’m not personally a fan of brand new cars, I’m not into the muted sounds, electronic handbrakes dsg gearboxes etc…but no one can deny that your new golf looks banging!
Very nice package all round, super clean 👌
Couldnt think of anything worse than driving an older, loud, manual car for the daily commute...give me fast, refined, modern and loaded with tech for the daily grind. The more visceral manual cars are for the weekends.
@@ronaldov09 Each to their own, totally understand the comfort and refinement for daily working, I’m just old fashioned having grown up racing go karts, I’d take the loud communicative car every day of the week I can’t help myself.
I drive a V5 2.3 manual with loud cat back everywhere including work.
Just finished work on my own car to see a upload from our friends from Australia 🦘. Today is a good day!!
Keep up the awesome uploads! Been a subscriber from the first hour. You guys inspired me to do all work on my car myself! Thank you!
Kind regards from the Netherlands
So good to see you remedy the mistake of getting rid of your previous Golf R... The Audi didn't quite cut it. I think the White GolfR was my favorite build. It was a good looking daily with heaps of Power.. It is quite amazing how much larger the new exhaust is than stock. It sounds a bit more aggressive but it sure looks a whole lot better. Your anti chrome stance is growing on me. The drop was a bit low for my taste but it is your ride. I knew as soon as I seen the car in the dealer those mirror caps were getting altered. Are the new wheels and tires lighter than stock or is it just cosmetic? The KIT always seems to fit Moogs personality and it does look better when he's done most of the time.. Now add the Chopped Sticker.. I can't wait to see Marty get to go full Mark8 mods on the MIRA - Scion - Toyota... Oh whatever that 3 cylinder nugget is. Note: I guess if your going to pay that much for a car and then put a substantial amount of money into modifying it you might as well go the extra mile and protect your investment. I don't think my car is worth the amount of money that was spent on the mods and protection which is probably why I like watching this show.. Nuggets to exotics.. so much fun. Thanks and best wishes on repairing the vandalized GTi-R.
These Revo wheels are supposed to be lighter than normal, it's from their new lineup if I remember correctly, plus they're forged, so that's also nice
@@bleachyunknown2000 Thanks for the reply. I haven't bought wheels (or a new car) in so long I just wasn't sure how light modern wheels would be, especially on a vehicle like the Golf R.
Much love from Kenya. So far my favorite car mod channel!
Love the new Golf, had to be Lapis 😁
As for the lip kit, it's a no from me. Just don't think most cars need it. See a tonne of Focus STs over here in the UK on the owners page I'm a member of with them fitted and just think they look really tacked on and don't help the overall look. It's the main reason I've kept it off my Mk3. But each to their own 👍
Good to see the Chinese work boots on in the tyre shop when you’re changing tyres 👍🏻
I was hoping he would list spring kit specs and brand. Perfect height and stance even with the stock wheels and tires… that was the main reason I watched this video!
Same here. I am desperately searching through the comments but not finding anything.
There goes the warranty .
Not for VW lol. All the VW dealers around me are perfectly fine with mods. This isnt a subaru or honda where you put a new cabin air filter in by yourself and it voids the entire warranty ... lmfaoo
And here comes the jealousy
Don’t think he cares. Besides he can just fix it lmao if something does go wrong
10/10 rage bait
I remember watching you guys working in the driveway. I'm so proud of you guys 💪💕
Edit: Also, the stock exhaust tips look like something off a PT Cruiser or a HHR hahaha
Dude! I thought the same thing, haha 😂.
Love that the valve system in that golf R is exactly the same as my MK8 fiesta st. Just a note for the valve, after a while the spring compresses too much and it gets rattly when the valves shut. If that happens put a little piece of rubber in the motor side, it helps. Had to do it with mine with the miltek exhaust.
I like front spoiler on better
This channel is a youtube classic. so good to see him in sonething fresh
I'd say yes to the Front Splitter. looks sick! :-)
What intake is that
Following also, i cant find it anywhere. Any luck?
These modifications to black wheels and black mirrors make it look more aggressive. Perfect
Pually the real mechanic sounds suspiciously South African
I think he is
I actually love the silver mirror caps, am I weird for that? xD
Yup me too
Hi mate, loving your video so far. first time! i have my Golf R on order so would love to get your recommendation for a Brisbane/South East Queensland garage that can assist me with modifying my own when it arrives.
Thanks so much.
sell that junk
I'm just accidentally seen your video but honestly it's pure enthusiasm, ✌️thanks to a youtube algorithm for bringing me here 😅. nice car man thanks😉
Not gonna lie, never been a huge fan of the vw golf series, but this car... Is really quite beautiful. VW really out did themselves with this car, and even has an Audi quality interior. Stunning car.
congratulations you bugga! well done dude, its been amazing to watch your journey!
Drive it like you stole it!
Love it! I own a '16 Mk7 Golf R. Love my 6MT; wish VW continues making them in manual transmission! Enjoy it mate!
And that suspension is already the greatest thing VW has ever done. I wouldn’t get near changing that. That’s what makes the car an upgrade is that suspension
Love the mods you selected and the down to earth approach you take on your vids! I was considering a new Golf R as my next purchase and you sold me on it for sure! Congrats on the new ride!
Never been this satisfied after watching a mk8 modification 👏👏
YES YES, great show the golf R is beautiful, love the show from Gippsland.
Sometimes in life you realize that what you have other people dream of, so never take for granted what you have and count your blessings, MK8 R my dream car , cool video man love from south africa.
Such a fun video to watch and all the music is surprisingly excellent putting me in the vibe
Those stock MK8 R wheels are beautiful. I love my Belvedere wheels on my MK7.5 GTI Autobahn. I think VW has some of the best looking factory wheels.
Thanks!
33:23 I thought he started rapping 😂 Nice Golf btw 💪
i remember the first time i watched this channel was when they made a golf (budget street cred) and actually stopped watching youtube all together for years, here i am, after 9 years, watching them do another golf, shit is crazy
I completely agree with your concept of "Not lowering the car too much". I also agree it looks like sh!t so slammed one must worry about rubbing when going over bumps... it's ridiculous. But hey... to each their own. 🙂
Also, I would have put the newly-styled VW logo center caps on those REVO wheels. I think they would pop much better! There is not a lot that pops about those REVO center caps. But hey, again, to each their own, good friend! The REVO center caps don't look bad... I just think they new VW caps look better.
Awesome ride, awesome mods... I enjoyed the trip! I'm a bit envious right about now! 😛
Awesome looking R, just got my GR Yaris back from Jarrod and the team at Sydney Premium Detailing yesterday after watching this. Legends!
Looks amazing! I was almost definitely sure that you would change the emblems with the black ones. But still, it's beautiful! I honestly would prefer the lip kit without the logo or at least properly positioned. The logo on the lip kit looks a bit bigger than it should and stays under the bumper.
17.25: Using the widow makers. Did this to my Ford Territory... bigger/heavier springs = sketchy. I will let Pedders (or similar) do it next time.
Also, nyloc nuts should only be used once (unless you add some locktite) - depending on application.
Great video. Enjoy
This video didn't feel like 38 minutes, loved it!
33:21 For a second I thought Moog was about to start spitting bars when the beat came in. Also it's nice to see that the VW emblem boot handle mechanism gets stuck like that even on a brand new golf R
Had a mk7 done like this and swore I’d never go back… Thought I’d grew up have a S6… I am now searching for a mk8 as I watch this 😂 You have great taste mate