As a previous MK7 GTI owner to now owning A MK8 R, even stock this car is a blast, and the best choice car wise I've made. I spent like 3-5k on my gti before I traded it in, and it was a blast. I feel the same 3-5k put into this R would be absolutely ridiculous. To the people thinking about getting an mk8 R just do it.
You’ve become one of my favorite TH-camrs, clear, concise, transparent, leaves absolutely no stone unturned. Recently came from infinitis and Honda so your videos have made me like euros more. I now own a 09 b8 a4 avant 2.0t.
Also love the attention to detail with the camera and mics you use, the sound on this is insane. Started watching it in 1080 switched to 2160 and wow. The sound and visuals are mint
@@CameronAlfordfor sure man I’ve seen your other series you do the cars complete justice, different mods etc. would be cool to see you do maybe the new Nissan Z z1 turbos can get them to 700hp easily Lot of people doing s58 bmw stuff. Tons of older German cars with random motors too, Audi has some 2.7s bmw has some cool v10s Whatever you do it’ll be done well
I've got the 2024 Golf 8 R Abt Performance and I drove at the Autobahn, Switserland, Côte d'Azur France this year. One of the best cars I had. Performance, handling and breaks are awesome. Infotainment is ok but I call it caracter of the car.😁
Man, I'm now sure what they did from the gen3 to the gen4 ea888 but it sounds so much better! The mk7 doesn't sounds great with most turbo backs but this soon deep and has a lot of character.
Damn I can really relate to this one. I have a 22 MK8R as well, same color. I also have the 034 lowering springs/dogbone, the Miltek downpipe but with a stock catback. I have a unitronic carbon intake, intercooler, chargepipes paired up with the full Stage 2 Ecu and TCU tune (i got a plug it aint released yet). And honestly it is such a fun car. A true rocketship on the backroads (difference between a simple stage 1 and full stage 2 is huge ahah). I think you were spot on with your upgrades. IMO for the price, the dogbone mount is a must because with a tune you can feel the engine moving when you let off the gas. Anyways, sick car bud!
Mk8 gti owner intake exhaust 034tune lowering springs and rear seat bar wheels 200 tread wear tires shit is so solid so much grip for fwd handles soo good
call me crazy but i think you should do a build on a C7-7.5 S6. Twin turbo v8 and it has hella support from 034 and unitronic and what not. Definitely an underrated beast
Great video. No hate…like what you like. Looks like a great little ride. Waiting for the 8.5R to come to my dealer then simply change out the brake pads, install sway bar, intake, wheels and tires.
What kind of camera you are using for those chase shots? Quality is fantastic. Always loved GTI's, but tuned R's are different kind of animal, launches and grip is just awesome.
I'll be totally honest I have an old stock Mk5 Golf GTI 2.0L Turbo and It can turn corners at some speed. On the streets it's more than enough. If you like to take your car to the track and want some good lap times then yes maybe spending a lot of money is really worth it. If my old 2004 Golf GTI front wheel drive can cope with fast concerning than I'm sure a stock Mk8 Golf R can. 👍
Yo Cameron , I also live in Phoenix with a MK7 Golf R. How the Hell did you get no slow drivers in the way at Canyon Lake?? I always get screwed by NPC’s. Great content, also cool your brother gets to Tag along.
While the golf R looks fun and all, other people have claimed that it’s boring, especially in the automatic compared to the Focus RS and at least all the other Competitors
had a mk7 golf r stage 1.... sold it cause i needed a truck for a few years.... Next car in 4 yrs is going to be a Cayman or Golf R again... Cayman scares me on $$ to keep maintained..R would get stage 2 plus mods...What should i do?
I rlly like the channel, i have a mk8 gti and im a follower of christ so it was cool to learn that you guys are too 👍 keep up the cool videos i hope you guys blow up big time
Wow it looks so damn flat in those corners. My MK7 was nothing like this. But this MK8 infotainment and issues within have kept me from buying one. The MK 8.5 with that large new screen, and the buttons on the steering wheel are less intrusive now, make it really really attractive. I'm torn between the 8.5 and a 2025 CTR. Considering I live in South Florida, with no snow and roads as smooth as silk, with no potholes, is where the CTR would shine because its stiffer ride wouldn't be an issue. It's like the whole city is smooth as a track. Great place to have a driver's car. But I do love, absolutely love the new 8.5 interior, and luxury / amenities that the type R is missing. I don't think I'll be unhappy with either, but still a tough choice.
$53k is the average selling price of these MK8 R's after the ridiculous dealer markup :( There is one on Autotempest brand new for $65K. WHAT THE HELL. I had an MK7 R years ago and enjoyed it but the dealer price gouging pushed me to another brand/car when I was shopping for a new ride late last year.
Man, i would love to put a downpipe on my Audi TT MK3 2.0 TFSI, problem is, that thing with downpipe sounds like a fuck*** tractor. I had it and removed it one day after. I want more power, without a downpipe i cant have it, im stuck 😂 Its a daily car, i like noise when i push, driving normal i just want confort, anyone have any tought on this? Thanks
As a current MK8R owner, who previously owned an '18 SS 1LE.. I'd go back immediately if I could. Just don't like the front end changes they made to the 19+ Camaros :( can't find an unmolested, low mileage '18.
@@culley65 just got me a 23 1LE. Thing is crazy. Can’t even come close to out doing the potential car has. Absolute slept on car. Don’t have to do anything to them. Handle great sound great. Maybe a tad bit more power.
Previous ss 1le owner who has a mk8 modded pretty much identical as here. My 1le was exhaust, catless pipes, intake and e85 pray tuned. My mk8 r is faster straight line(probably cause the dsg in the r and manual in my 1le, the auto 1le’s are nasty though), I think it’d be close in corners with tires as good as the supercar 3’s on the r but these stock r tires aren’t great
Save your money by not buying: the lowest quality wheels ever made, a dogbone mount insert, springs and front casters, and that exhaust. Spend the money on the AWE exhaust and a good quality coilover.
well, you can’t modify the chassis, aerodynamics, or center of gravity of the car. All your modifications are a waste of money. Get yourself a car which is perfectly engineered and manufactured right from the factory
I’d love to do all this to mine but my 20th anniversary R has too many squeaks and buzzing and rattles in the interior, really kills the vibe, I may sell it
You should definitely make a video ranking / comparing all of the cars you have owned. I think a lot of people would really enjoy it 🤙
+1
I totally agree, Cameron, you have an awesome perspective!
As a previous MK7 GTI owner to now owning A MK8 R, even stock this car is a blast, and the best choice car wise I've made. I spent like 3-5k on my gti before I traded it in, and it was a blast. I feel the same 3-5k put into this R would be absolutely ridiculous. To the people thinking about getting an mk8 R just do it.
You’ve become one of my favorite TH-camrs, clear, concise, transparent, leaves absolutely no stone unturned. Recently came from infinitis and Honda so your videos have made me like euros more. I now own a 09 b8 a4 avant 2.0t.
Love how many viewpoints you give not just visually, mentally and theoretically
Also love the attention to detail with the camera and mics you use, the sound on this is insane. Started watching it in 1080 switched to 2160 and wow. The sound and visuals are mint
This means the world to me! Thank you so much. Im excited to get into the B8 platform in the future :D
@@CameronAlfordfor sure man I’ve seen your other series you do the cars complete justice, different mods etc. would be cool to see you do maybe the new Nissan Z z1 turbos can get them to 700hp easily
Lot of people doing s58 bmw stuff.
Tons of older German cars with random motors too, Audi has some 2.7s bmw has some cool v10s
Whatever you do it’ll be done well
I've got the 2024 Golf 8 R Abt Performance and I drove at the Autobahn, Switserland, Côte d'Azur France this year. One of the best cars I had. Performance, handling and breaks are awesome. Infotainment is ok but I call it caracter of the car.😁
Those driving shots in the canyon were phenomenal. Amazing work.
Man, I'm now sure what they did from the gen3 to the gen4 ea888 but it sounds so much better! The mk7 doesn't sounds great with most turbo backs but this soon deep and has a lot of character.
Damn I can really relate to this one. I have a 22 MK8R as well, same color. I also have the 034 lowering springs/dogbone, the Miltek downpipe but with a stock catback. I have a unitronic carbon intake, intercooler, chargepipes paired up with the full Stage 2 Ecu and TCU tune (i got a plug it aint released yet). And honestly it is such a fun car. A true rocketship on the backroads (difference between a simple stage 1 and full stage 2 is huge ahah). I think you were spot on with your upgrades. IMO for the price, the dogbone mount is a must because with a tune you can feel the engine moving when you let off the gas. Anyways, sick car bud!
Fire content🔥❤️showing love from South Africa🇿🇦Golf is life this side🇿🇦🤟🏽
Mk8 gti owner intake exhaust 034tune lowering springs and rear seat bar wheels 200 tread wear tires shit is so solid so much grip for fwd handles soo good
You should pick up an FL5 CTR for a build series...
They haven’t because in America you may as well order a base Carrera.
Thank you very much. My 8.5R will arrive next year and i already exactly know what mods to get and how to install em. Thanks! Greetings from Germany!
Love this! Excited for you
Holy shit I was enjoying the intro so much that's how good it is 😅 keep up the good work bro, you'll get to 1M Subs 👍🏻
Cam, again, you’re killing it man! Content is killer! 🔥🔥 Can’t wait for the MK8.5!
Thank you so much, these genuine comments mean the most to me!
just found you on the tube. Your are doing great work here my friend!
Praying your next build is the GR Corolla…
This entire build is 🔥🔥🔥plus we watched you do the work! This is an awesome experience bro. Congratulations 👍🏾
call me crazy but i think you should do a build on a C7-7.5 S6. Twin turbo v8 and it has hella support from 034 and unitronic and what not. Definitely an underrated beast
Not crazy, would be cool too!
love the angles you guys got thats what we needed to see
Great video. No hate…like what you like. Looks like a great little ride. Waiting for the 8.5R to come to my dealer then simply change out the brake pads, install sway bar, intake, wheels and tires.
Yooo another Cam video let's go I've been waiting!!
..that road looks amazing for me to clock 300km/h on Playstation 😌
...the exhaust sounds are awesome 💯
What a beauty. love the wheels. Over all a great build!
You are wise beyond your years !!
What kind of camera you are using for those chase shots? Quality is fantastic. Always loved GTI's, but tuned R's are different kind of animal, launches and grip is just awesome.
Osmo pocket 3 and nd filters + dji mic 2’s - check the links in the description of all the camera gear 💯
I'll be totally honest I have an old stock Mk5 Golf GTI 2.0L Turbo and It can turn corners at some speed. On the streets it's more than enough. If you like to take your car to the track and want some good lap times then yes maybe spending a lot of money is really worth it. If my old 2004 Golf GTI front wheel drive can cope with fast concerning than I'm sure a stock Mk8 Golf R can. 👍
احبك واحب فيديوهاتك صديقي العزيز أنا أخوك من الجزائر 🇩🇿
this car looks soo good rolling 😎
Gonna be honest in saying im more of a fan of the mk7 and 7.5s BUT, hearing this thing carve the canyons and slam into the next gear, cant hate on it
Yo Cameron , I also live in Phoenix with a MK7 Golf R. How the Hell did you get no slow drivers in the way at Canyon Lake?? I always get screwed by NPC’s. Great content, also cool your brother gets to Tag along.
While the golf R looks fun and all, other people have claimed that it’s boring, especially in the automatic compared to the Focus RS and at least all the other Competitors
Not one person I know would take a focus RS over a Golf R lmao. It's a fucking ford.
@@blam9346 that’s crazy then again, people wouldn’t take a golf because it’s a Volkswagen at least that’s what I heard
@@franciscogalvan2184yet ppl are still buying them, modding them, and they’re hurting feelings. Even hurting RS’s and have been for many years now.
Roll bar would look sick too
Great video. Would love to rip on the canyons .
10:28 like a vett perhaps? Good way of describing it maybe?
Do you have access to a dragy? It would be interesting to see what the R would run in 1/4 mile. Great video and scenery!
I do, but i only show 0-60 in the mod episodes earlier in the series
You should build a Honda Civic Type R 17-21 next!
Isnt the 8v RS3 (its way older yes) a better platform and generally a better car to buy and mod out? Whats your verdict since you did an RS3 vid?
Engine wise, sure. The 8V RS3 doesn't have the torque vectoring rear differential that the Mk8 R has. Mk8 is a much better handling car.
Let’s see an STI hatchback like a 2014
Golf R is a little rocket 🚀🚀
What a beautiful car jeez 😍😍
next car should be an Elantra N
had a mk7 golf r stage 1.... sold it cause i needed a truck for a few years.... Next car in 4 yrs is going to be a Cayman or Golf R again... Cayman scares me on $$ to keep maintained..R would get stage 2 plus mods...What should i do?
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Awesome video Cam! Are you done with the golf r? If so why no intercooler? Just debating on what i should get before i get a stage 1 tune. Thanks!
Stock intercoolers are fairly efficient so its not as limiting as it was on the Mk7.. PLUS the install is a PAIN on this car.. chose my battles
@@CameronAlford ok fair enough! I agree with that install bro looks like a nightmare 😂 thanks for the reply🫡
I rlly like the channel, i have a mk8 gti and im a follower of christ so it was cool to learn that you guys are too 👍 keep up the cool videos i hope you guys blow up big time
I was between m240i f22 and mk8 R but I think I might need to go with a Golf after this 🤯
Id definitely go with the MK8 over an F22 M240i. Now if it was vs the G42 M240i that’d be a hard choice
I can get you a 6 speed manual Golf R for msrp! 😏😎
The basics of handling are seat positions. Do you think it's cool to sit far away?
Look at the professional drivers' POV
Wow it looks so damn flat in those corners. My MK7 was nothing like this. But this MK8 infotainment and issues within have kept me from buying one. The MK 8.5 with that large new screen, and the buttons on the steering wheel are less intrusive now, make it really really attractive.
I'm torn between the 8.5 and a 2025 CTR.
Considering I live in South Florida, with no snow and roads as smooth as silk, with no potholes, is where the CTR would shine because its stiffer ride wouldn't be an issue.
It's like the whole city is smooth as a track. Great place to have a driver's car.
But I do love, absolutely love the new 8.5 interior, and luxury / amenities that the type R is missing.
I don't think I'll be unhappy with either, but still a tough choice.
i need spots like this in DFW to drive
I LOVE YOUR VIDS
at this cost level can’t you do an mk7.5 with RS3 2.5 Motor swap?
8R > ST
Every day and twice on sundays
How would you upgrade the manual version?
when will the camo hats be back in stock? i really want one!
it sounds that the mods made the car less playful and less tail-happy? maybe stock is the way to go
need a gti version of the shirt for my mk8 gti haha
$53k is the average selling price of these MK8 R's after the ridiculous dealer markup :( There is one on Autotempest brand new for $65K. WHAT THE HELL.
I had an MK7 R years ago and enjoyed it but the dealer price gouging pushed me to another brand/car when I was shopping for a new ride late last year.
You can find them at MSRP now all day. Might have to travel a bit but they’re back at MSRP now that the hype’s died down
Cameron I for one like the wheels you used. Did you have to use spacers with those wheels and what offset wheels did you use.
10mm!
how do you compare this to the S4?
Cameron would you rather take a focus rs with 10k worth of mods or a golf r with 10k worth of mods?
Golf R, every time...
Looks like it’s worth the smiles per hour.
How does this golf r compare to the 8y rs3
I would love to find out..
What happened to mods and miles?
Man, i would love to put a downpipe on my Audi TT MK3 2.0 TFSI, problem is, that thing with downpipe sounds like a fuck*** tractor.
I had it and removed it one day after.
I want more power, without a downpipe i cant have it, im stuck 😂
Its a daily car, i like noise when i push, driving normal i just want confort, anyone have any tought on this?
Thanks
my buddy is trying to get a gti im so happy for him, i got a 13 focus st😁
GR Corolla next
Audi sounds better 😂 great job Cameron!
Hmmm. 50k.... building my future rs or building my overlanding vehicle. Ik you were like why on an rs but an rs is my dream daily soooo
golf r is the dutch german camaro
Coulda saved a thousand of that if you didn’t get those carbon engine bits
You selling this one too bro ?? Or keeping it for yourself ?? 😅
This will be up for auction soon! Peep the link in the description :)
@@CameronAlford ok the next car is Ken blocks ford rs2000 and your keeping it … lmao 😂
Compare it to a Stock Camaro ss 1le
As a current MK8R owner, who previously owned an '18 SS 1LE.. I'd go back immediately if I could. Just don't like the front end changes they made to the 19+ Camaros :( can't find an unmolested, low mileage '18.
@@culley65 just got me a 23 1LE. Thing is crazy. Can’t even come close to out doing the potential car has. Absolute slept on car. Don’t have to do anything to them. Handle great sound great. Maybe a tad bit more power.
Previous ss 1le owner who has a mk8 modded pretty much identical as here. My 1le was exhaust, catless pipes, intake and e85 pray tuned. My mk8 r is faster straight line(probably cause the dsg in the r and manual in my 1le, the auto 1le’s are nasty though), I think it’d be close in corners with tires as good as the supercar 3’s on the r but these stock r tires aren’t great
I am dying to do camaros.. the mustang GT i did was some of my favorite memories. As a chevy guy at heart im excited for these days to come
@@CameronAlford send it man. I’d love to see how in the world you’d manage to make a 1LE better. Other than power of course
Save your money by not buying: the lowest quality wheels ever made, a dogbone mount insert, springs and front casters, and that exhaust. Spend the money on the AWE exhaust and a good quality coilover.
you guys are spoiled. Short of a Porsche GT3 992, the Mk8 Golf R (modded) is a bargain.
Mk8 are just flat out ugly. Mk6/7.5 was king. This new generation is ass
Damn, mexican golf is cheap…
well, you can’t modify the chassis, aerodynamics, or center of gravity of the car. All your modifications are a waste of money. Get yourself a car which is perfectly engineered and manufactured right from the factory
I’d love to do all this to mine but my 20th anniversary R has too many squeaks and buzzing and rattles in the interior, really kills the vibe, I may sell it
Your channel is not just a collection of videos, it is a library of knowledge and entertainment. Keep taking us on this exciting journey!🏄🌗🍄