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I have just ordered my Coast 6.1 and the programmable remote control parking heater is standard.
Interesting...looks like the Coast will be well received here in the UK. I know I'm tempted!I have just ordered my Coast 6.1 and the programmable remote control parking heater is standard.
Yes it swung it for me anyway. As for options I took the comfort lighting mainly because my wife would not forgive me if it is as nice as some say. Also tyre press monitoring as I hate not knowing pressure then checking them at a garage; I have on my Tiguan which I regard it as an essential safety device for only £156. Tiguan also has digital cockpit sat nav etc but I always use app connect as it is superior. The LED lights on Tiguan are fantastic particularly on auto, they light up the entire road and verge (deer!) even when cars are coming towards you; however, I don't expect to do a lot of night driving in it so I could not justify it.Interesting...looks like the Coast will be well received here in the UK. I know I'm tempted!
Well putIsn’t it the case that the top model is actually what is right for you? Coast is right for some, Beach or Ocean for others.
The number of people staying in it, how much they can afford, where and what they do with the Cali all mean there is no right or wrong answer.
So to answer the OP’s question, the Coast certainly mixes it up a bit and in a good way. Less money for fewer bells and whistles means is a good thing but if you want LED and other stuff then the Ocean makes more sense.
I just hope that they continue to sell the Beach in the UK, as removing that option will be a real shame.
Why? If the number of people posting on here with electric roof problems is a good indicator, there’s a 99.9% chance that the roof will have corroded away before the electric side of things fail.Electric roof really puts me off the Ocean.
If it wasn't so true, it'd be funnyWhy? If the number of people posting on here with electric roof problems is a good indicator, there’s a 99.9% chance that the roof will have corroded away before the electric side of things fail.
I've read about numerous faults on here to do with the electro/hydraulic roof including:If it wasn't so true, it'd be funny
Cable brakes! Nearly killed me on several occasions. 1954 oval window Beetle. Happy memories.I'd be more worried about the electronic display not to mention all the other electronic devices now 'demanded' by drivers.
Brakes are hydraulic, should we be going back to cable operated ones?
First car 1939 Austin Big 7. Stop at top of a hill engage a low gear and set off down with a prayer or two. Certainly learned how to anticipate traffic light changes as lots of pre-planning required for stopping. Never rear ended anyone.Cable brakes! Nearly killed me on several occasions. 1954 oval window Beetle. Happy memories.
I'm with you on the pre planning thing. I have several old cars that require a great deal of anticipation and pre planning when driven. With syncromesh gears, dsg, ACC, power steering, dual circuit servo assisted hydraulic disc brakes etc etc people don't appreciate how good the modern car has become. The downside is that I can fix the old ones but wouldn't have a clue with the new stuff. I do think modern cars are becoming un-nessessarily complicated though. A happy medium would be nice.First car 1939 Austin Big 7. Stop at top of a hill engage a low gear and set off down with a prayer or two. Certainly learned how to anticipate traffic light changes as lots of pre-planning required for stopping. Never rear ended anyone.
But it looks so cool borrisI'm with you on the pre planning thing. I have several old cars that require a great deal of anticipation and pre planning when driven. With syncromesh gears, dsg, ACC, power steering, dual circuit servo assisted hydraulic disc brakes etc etc people don't appreciate how good the modern car has become. The downside is that I can fix the old ones but wouldn't have a clue with the new stuff. I do think modern cars are becoming un-nessessarily complicated though. A happy medium would be nice.
This is my 1912 Austin 10/12:
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Rear cable brakes only. It does have a transmission brake but that's useless. The steering is approximate at best and it requires a lot of concentration to drive well and stop before the accident.
Yes, it can be very cool and damp!But it looks so cool borris
16" Wheels instead of 17" |
4 Seats Versus 5 Seats (not sure if this is correct) |
Brushed grey inserts not "decorative" |
Composition Colour Stereo |
Heated rear window (as not double glazed) |
Manual roof (not hydraulic) |
No comfort lighting |
No floor mats |
No fog lights (front) |
No head unit coding (security) |
No Heated seats |
No Lane Assist |
No Navigation |
No park assist |
No power latching sliding door |
No rear view camera |
No voice control |
Normal Air Con not 3 Zone |
Normal air filter |
Normal Dashboard with Colour MFF (Not full digital) |
Normal glazing (not double) |
Normal Headlights (not LED) |
Oak Cupboards not grey |
Sliding window on passenger side only |
Wired App Connect (not wireless) |
I have the spreadsheet data if anyone wants it, but it is too long to post here!
For me as a late T6 Ocean owner who recently sold, I am tempted by the Coast with a few extras which currently would come in at just over 52k with discount.
Now there's a question but in relation to a Cali I specked a Coast & an Ocean on Drive The Deal this week.What extras would you be tempted by?
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