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    New 2012 VW GLI Autobahn

    04-30-2012 11:11 PM #1
    Hey guys,
    Im new to this site and VW as a brand. Today I just bought a 2012 VW GLI Autobahn with 6spd manual and Navi. I used to drive an e46 330xi BMW and it had none of the great technology this car has plus this ride is far more comfortable. I figured Id post a few pictures on here, what are some good accessories to add that won't void the cars warranty?









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    05-01-2012 01:22 AM #2
    Welcome!
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    05-01-2012 03:52 PM #3
    Congrats and welcome!
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    05-03-2012 01:20 PM #4
    NICE!!!

    I'd lower and beef up the swat bars, make it work like it should.
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    05-04-2012 03:22 AM #5
    Welcome! Awesome car, what kind of accessories were you thinking of? I wouldn't go to over the top (personally) ...it's a beautiful work of master craftsmanship, with a lot of time and effort put into it to meet the needs of its owners. It was built to last!

    again, welcome and have fun!
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    05-04-2012 08:00 AM #6
    Awesome looking GLI,you are going to just love it...
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    05-05-2012 06:12 PM #7
    I really don't have any specific accessories in mind, I may throw some 15% window tints on cause it'll look good with the black rims and the black piece between windows. Around how much is it to lower the car, cause I have noticed the ride height is a bit high.
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    05-05-2012 08:43 PM #8
    http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-...ion/Coilovers/

    theres some reference for ya
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    05-05-2012 08:55 PM #9
    Have you had any time to play with the rev matching during downshifts? If so, what do you think of it?
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    05-06-2012 12:21 PM #10
    Actually I haven't been able to yet, since the car still has 200 miles on it Im trying to give it a break in period with some city driving, lower RPM acceleration and a few other techniques I read online. Once its past 600 miles though I will definitely start doing some fun driving and ill try it out. But when I downshift regularly right now there is not much of a jolt at all and the exhaust note is awesome, if that helps at all
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    05-06-2012 09:07 PM #11
    Quote Originally Posted by jb790 View Post
    I really don't have any specific accessories in mind, I may throw some 15% window tints on cause it'll look good with the black rims and the black piece between windows. Around how much is it to lower the car, cause I have noticed the ride height is a bit high.
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