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batteryman
29-10-2014, 01:54 PM
Hello everyone,

I'm thinking of changing my Mk4 TDi for a Mk6 of Mk7 TSI version.

I'm not familiar with the differences between the Match and SE variants and wondered if anyone knew the main points which may steer me one way or the other.

Any takers?

Regards, a noisy diesel owner!

algarve
29-10-2014, 05:29 PM
The Mk7 Match has a diferent style alloy wheel 'Dover' pattern versus 'Toronto' on the SE model.
It also comes with Front fog lights, Mirror Pack, Parking sensors - front & rear.

Mal
29-10-2014, 05:54 PM
A MK7 Match has additional goodies. Parking sensors, fog lights with cornering function, folding mirrors with puddle lights, 'Dover wheels' (They spoil the car imho) are all the main bits.. All for the same basic price. :approve:

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topdrawer
30-10-2014, 11:26 AM
The 'Match' designation is traditionally introduced mid-life (or earlier for the Mk 7) to replace the SE with more equipment for the same price, as noted above. As Mal says, the Dover wheels on the Mk 7 are real stinkers and look as though the car is on 15 inch rather than 16 inch wheels. The SE wheels of both this and the Mk 6 are excellent (reminiscent of traditional wire wheels, to someone old enough to have run an MG with wires!) and it’s a shame they're not an option. The 17 inch Singapore's are the way to go, as Mal's picture shows.

batteryman
31-10-2014, 01:46 PM
Thanks for the comments, you're steering me towards the Match. I went for the SE by default on Mk4's; first one I had came up at a very attractive price so I bought it. Second Mk4 I bought the same because I liked it and it was another good deal. Time for a change looking at your comments, probably a Mk6 unless the Lotto comes in!

Mal
31-10-2014, 06:20 PM
I part exd my Mk6 and it is still for sale.. in absolute mint condition :-

Used Cars - 2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDi 105 Match 5dr CANDY WHITE (http://www.lookers.co.uk/volkswagen/used-cars/176197/volkswagen-golf/)

I bought it in 2011 as an ex demo, It has FSH, the person that buys it will have an excellent car, all bills and service receipts are with the documentation,
The number plate on it is it original registration plate, I had a private plate on it.

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