Gunther, the 20thAE GTI

[Smileybug]

Well, after Darla was totaled, I needed a new ride. Wanted to keep it in the VW family, so I found this 20thAE GTI. 112k on him, cold air intake, aftermarket wheels, koni yellows, but otherwise stock. Loving the 1.8T and 6-speed manual. Did a small photoshoot over the weekend since he got nicely detailed The PO put on carbon fiber looking vinyl on the front bumper instead of a bra and covered rock chips, so the paint got messed up when it came off (which are the grey spots on the bumper and why the .:R bra is on there). Hoping to find a new hood or something soon. Got some touch-up paint on order in a spray can to do the bumper.



My fave:

[billymade]

Wow, that thing looks like new and someone really took care of it; AND you look happy? Sounds good to me! I test drove a similar model when they were new in 2002; quick cars but I opted for my turbo s (basically the same car)!

[dnyed]

The demise your your 2.0 NB might have been a blessing in disguise....


That is like a dream car! Congrats!

[scarabY2k]

WOW

Gunther is smokin!!! Love the name too

Hey who's the supermodel posing in the pics???

Congrats on Gunther- you made Darla proud

[2004NBTURBOS]

Nice Ride......I know your lovin that 6spd.
I am sure Al will agree, we would love to see Gunther at T.o.D.
There is already 1 black GTI signed up. I would love to add your name to the attendee list...... No pressure, just think about it.

[Smileybug]

I will certainly think about it...I've missed it every year so far But we're buying a house and my job is up in the air as far as how long it will last so we're going go have to play things by ear. We're also planning for SoWo and I have a conference to go to in May as well. But we'll see I think he'd be a blast to drive at ToD!

[Toad]

WOW! Gunther cleaned up real nice! I'm super jealous now.

[kcfoxie]

Is your plate REALLY AFK? Away From Keyboard? Geekiest. Plate. EVER!!

I love Gunther! Can't wait to be taken for a spin in him

[Kuplamies]

Cool pictures!
Great looking Golf (oh, sorry I mean Rabbit ).

My friend has black Golf also (year 2000 TDI with 5 doors).
It has over 400´000 kms in the odometer now

I´m glad that you´re happy with your new Volkswagen (after the loss of beloved Darla).

Happy miles!

[scarabY2k]

Originally Posted by 2004NBTURBOS

Nice Ride......I know your lovin that 6spd.
I am sure Al will agree, we would love to see Gunther at T.o.D.
There is already 1 black GTI signed up. I would love to add your name to the attendee list...... No pressure, just think about it.

Yep, I agree Gene. She's a former nB owner, and Gunther is a VW, so Gunther meets ToD Honorary Beetle status. So come on down!

[Smileybug]

Originally Posted by kcfoxie

Is your plate REALLY AFK? Away From Keyboard? Geekiest. Plate. EVER!!

I love Gunther! Can't wait to be taken for a spin in him

Haha yeah. That's the plate I was given. Contemplating a custom plate, but not sure what to get. All the ones I really want are taken Might just have to get a Europlate though!

[iluvmyVersa08]

Beautiful car !!!!

[kcfoxie]

Originally Posted by Kuplamies

Cool pictures!
Great looking Golf (oh, sorry I mean Rabbit ).

My friend has black Golf also (year 2000 TDI with 5 doors).
It has over 400´000 kms in the odometer now

I´m glad that you´re happy with your new Volkswagen (after the loss of beloved Darla).

Happy miles!

400,000km = 248,548.4 US mi!

My beloved 98 TDI Beetle had 279,580 miles (that's 449,940.3km) - these motors just don't quit! (Sadly, accidents will happen)

Originally Posted by Smileybug

Haha yeah. That's the plate I was given. Contemplating a custom plate, but not sure what to get. All the ones I really want are taken Might just have to get a Europlate though!

"2.0to24v" ?

[JP]

Smiley bug this GTI is beautiful good luck with it

[Opelmania]

Very nice ride! Hope Gunther gives you many happy miles and smiles as Darla did!