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10-28-2019, 03:25 PM | #70 |
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If you're wondering if there is going to be a build quality difference, I recommend comparing a 2018 GTI to a 2018 Golf R. It is noticeable.
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10-28-2019, 03:43 PM | #71 |
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While I'm open to buying a G87 assembled in Mexico if the car is awesome, I am definitely gun shy about being an early adopter for new chassis/new plant/new country/new culture.
We shall see G80 vs C8 (vs Giulia Quadrifoglio vs P car/Boxster vs...) might be the debate for me after all. |
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10-28-2019, 04:03 PM | #72 |
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Worse news.
M stands for Mexico
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10-28-2019, 04:09 PM | #73 |
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On the bright side; perhaps they will change the name to:
MMW M2
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10-28-2019, 04:27 PM | #74 |
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That has a nice ring to it.
BMW is counting on the ignorance of its customers by building cars in these markets. Why would I pay a premium for a German car that is manufactured in the 3rd world? Especially an ///M car. Answer: I wouldn't. Obviously opinions vary |
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10-28-2019, 05:29 PM | #80 |
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Mexican Motor Works.
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When Americans talk about crime in Mexico it always reminds me about that part of the Bible that discusses eligibility for casting stones...
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10-28-2019, 06:25 PM | #82 |
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Sorry if this has been covered before, but do we have a sense if the G87 will have a DCT option?
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It is very amusing to see the lack of objectivity and knowledge shown by some people
I work for an OEM with a global manufacturing footprint and the worst plants we have are in North America (US and CN), however, the plants from Mexico are consistently in the top 10, and weirdly enough, China plants are ranking higher in recent years. This is not unique to specific OEMs, most see an improvement in terms of cost and quality, including suppliers. |
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I'll reserve my judgement on build quality until tangible info is out there, but I will say anecdotally, my mk7 gti (mexico buit) has far more creaks and rattles than my mk6 golf R ever did.
Also, all my cars have been purchased used via private sales (no tax in AZ) and only reason I bought the M2c new was for the ED experience, which was 100% worth it. Anyone who has the opportunity should take it. |
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