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It looks like the Abarth 595 days are numbered as the OH put a deposit on an Up GTI yesterday. (I'd been subtly been suggesting that this wouldn't be a bad move for some time now). We've got the option of the deposit back if she doesn't like it when she gets to drive one - there's been no demonstrator at three dealers in easy striking distance as they are currently thin on the ground compared with the demand.

The most unexpected endorsement of the Up GTI came in this month's Classic and Sportscar as they have earmarked it as a likely future classic.

If she goes ahead with the deal the only downside is that we'll look a little unimaginative with two German cars in the house - both white, but I'm happy to put up with that situation. Will report on future developments.

They are cool, really highlights how much cars have grown though. It's heavier than a mk1 Golf GTI.

That 6th gear must be a real porker!

ZedLeg wrote: Fri Jul 06, 2018 11:55 am They are cool, really highlights how much cars have grown though. It's heavier than a mk1 Golf GTI.

You can do a lot of growing in 43 years!

They seem to be really popular. I like them, but not at the current prices

Suprisingly few options. Only Silver, Red or Black paint, interior is tartan cloth only, 1 wheel type. Most options were minor styling things (deflectors etc). Then it's just a few others like cruise and slightly better "beats" audio...usually VW are laden with upgrades.

Matty wrote: Fri Jul 06, 2018 3:27 pm They seem to be really popular. I like them, but not at the current prices

Suprisingly few options. Only Silver, Red or Black paint, interior is tartan cloth only, 1 wheel type. Most options were minor styling things (deflectors etc). Then it's just a few others like cruise and slightly better "beats" audio...usually VW are laden with upgrades.

You can get a ‘This way’ sticker for the roof. I might get a Buggered sticker made for when she’s had it a couple of years

PaulJ wrote: Fri Jul 06, 2018 11:41 am...we'll look a little unimaginative with two German cars in the house - both white...

It would be fine if they were silver...