I traded in my 2018 6 spd Golf R for the last 6 spd (2024 Golf R). I have the Pretoria rims (like my 2018 and love them). I love my new one! Not sure what all the negativity is about but I love it! Have seen some videos on the 2025 and I’m not impressed with some of those changes. Infotainment looks like an after thought on it; R badge on the door…ugh and illuminating the logo is just cheesy. Nevermind the fact that it only comes in automatic….sad!!!
@HoodSlappersOfficialКүн бұрын
Thanks for your thoughts on the Golf R. The 2025 will be interesting. We will have to see it first before making a full judgement. Having no manual option is very sad. Hopefully it’ll be made up for in other ways. Thanks for watching.
@TastySurrealBowl2 күн бұрын
Couldn’t watch this. Looking for a no-nonsense review. This is all-nonsense. Tried to watch but this presentation is too annoying.
@HoodSlappersOfficial2 күн бұрын
Can you try a little harder please? :) Thanks for giving us a shot.
@diydrivenGA2 күн бұрын
It's a great car. A bit overpriced as with most cars and this should be a 40k max car.
@HoodSlappersOfficial2 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment. These days it seems every car is overpriced. Its not a cheap car, but you’re right, it’s a great car.
@RICHMan429.4 күн бұрын
Whats the horsepower on it?
@HoodSlappersOfficial4 күн бұрын
Thanks for your question.
@RICHMan429.4 күн бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficial np
@fleetgt4 күн бұрын
No frunk is a blatant engineering and leadership failure on an ev .
@HoodSlappersOfficial4 күн бұрын
Shots have been fired. :) We are seeing it less and less though. It seems the frunk following has flunked.
@1nspa4 күн бұрын
Love your video
@HoodSlappersOfficial4 күн бұрын
Thank you so much.
@du3lcitiz3n5 күн бұрын
You'd love mine, manual with a golf ball BFI shifter, I've done a ton of mods making it oem plus. Truly an amazing vehicle. We'll see how long my stock clutch lasts with the APR high torque 93 octane stage I tune.
@HoodSlappersOfficial4 күн бұрын
That’s fantastic. Would you ever go to a stage 2? We will be praying for your clutch in this hour of need. Ha. Drive safe. But drive happy.
@du3lcitiz3n4 күн бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficial eventually I'll go stage 3. Just as soon as my crypto folio allows for it. Ha
@thomaslaursen65402 күн бұрын
I enjoy my Golf GTI 2018 7 speed very much. Comfy fast low on petrol.
@coolcarpenter5 күн бұрын
This overweight people forgot that my 2014 chevy malibu is the best crap ever.
@ericcarson3425 күн бұрын
VW responded to what customers like. The Pretoria wheels are iconic to the the Golf R. I have a 7.5 R and although I like the those wheels the Pretorias on the Mk7 look much much better. I don't like the black paint that has been the trend on alloy wheels. The Prets are all one color, looks much cleaner. Love the look of Prets on the Mk8.
@HoodSlappersOfficial3 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment and insight. Iconic is a great word to describe the Pretoria wheels. They definitely stand out on a GolfR. Something about them. Thanks again.
@michaelkellysm6 күн бұрын
When did McLovin start doing car reviews.
@HoodSlappersOfficial5 күн бұрын
Haha. Oh man. We just filmed a review and we discussed what celebrities we look like. I wish you said this earlier. :)
@michaelkellysm3 күн бұрын
Ha ha loving the content. Mikie in Glasgow, Scotland.
@HoodSlappersOfficial3 күн бұрын
@michaelkellysm thanks so much for saying hi. We love calling David McLovin now.
@hitmanhart62759 күн бұрын
The Pretoria are neither outdated or cool , there are classic. Is the GTI enough for the average Jo? Probably yes , if you dont live in a snowy region or take a full specs GTI (resale value).
@HoodSlappersOfficial9 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and for your insight on the Pretoria wheels. You make a great point. Here’s another question, what is Bret Harts greatest match of all time? There is only one correct answer. :)
@seethingsclearlyawaken342410 күн бұрын
I found out the 2024 Venza would be the last year, so I bought an XLE model. What a really nice car. I've had RAV4s before the Venza, which was really nice too. However, the Venza is fancier, and sportier looking and more expensive looking. Like a Lexus. The ride is smoother than a RAV4, there is less noise too. I really like my new Venza!
@HoodSlappersOfficial9 күн бұрын
You said all the right things there. It’s as close to a Lexus without paying Lexus money. It’s almost like a different level of car. Not a Lexus, but also not a Toyota. We really enjoyed it. You will love yours. Thanks for watching.
@HKy0uma11 күн бұрын
That mean mug. I could care less about that bmw.The golf, the spark the anything in this hatchback size is great.
@HoodSlappersOfficial10 күн бұрын
The Golf I agree. The Spark? Let’s not get ahead of ourselves here. :) Thanks so much for watching.
@TheSuperSpeeder11 күн бұрын
They aren't meant to replace every vehicle right now in every scenario. It may not fit for your use case, but for many it will.
@HoodSlappersOfficial10 күн бұрын
Totally agree. It’s not for everyone. It’s all preference and affordability. We loved it though. One of our favourite EV’s so far. Thanks for sharing.
@AndrewPaluch112 күн бұрын
I love the information, I hate the stupid comedy.
@HoodSlappersOfficial12 күн бұрын
We appreciate the first half of your comment, but hate the second half. Thanks for watching. :)
@socratespetrakos359312 күн бұрын
The Protoria wheels might work if they are finished in black. As is they look dated, and VW should have kept the wheels they had on the 2023s. They are switching to new forged wheel in 2025 which also looks best in black. And you said Mythos perfectly. It’s called (me-thos). Greek word for myth.
@HoodSlappersOfficial12 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We would agree with you. We feel maybe VW had a surplus of extra Pretoria wheels and had to find a way to get rid of them. Thanks for sharing and for the clarification on the name. :) Have a great weekend!
@DynamicAttraction12 күн бұрын
I own one 😊 it’s a fun perfect daily driver. Loved the review
@HoodSlappersOfficial12 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for watching. Off the record; any speeding tickets yet? :)
@raysong380013 күн бұрын
lol u guys r funny
@HoodSlappersOfficial13 күн бұрын
Thank you so much. We hope you enjoyed the review.
@mirnamontejano438013 күн бұрын
I got a 2024 and the second row is adjustable to give third row passengers more leg room
@HoodSlappersOfficial12 күн бұрын
That’s actually a great point. Thanks for sharing. As an owner, how often would you use the third row?
@guildoouellette14 күн бұрын
Je pense que la vraie raison qui fait que tu n’achèterais pas cette magnifique voiture c’est que le siège du conducteur est trop petit pour toi.
@HoodSlappersOfficial13 күн бұрын
Oooo. Nice one. Thanks for watching.
@sorabvanzemaljac312915 күн бұрын
Can't watch this .STUPID comments
@Toooldforthisshite16 күн бұрын
Does this have a timing chain or timing belt?
@freedom_foz_633720 күн бұрын
We had a 2018 Outlander and was a great vehicle, when we traded my Forester I would have purchased another but 2 problems the 3rd row is a bit small and the dealer network in my area has went from 4 to 2 so I get worried about how effective warranty claims would be if those close… Went with a Subaru Ascent instead. Both are wonderful vehicles!
@HoodSlappersOfficial18 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing. From 4 to 2 eh? That’s too bad. It’s a great brand. It’s a shame they aren’t growing.
@freedom_foz_633717 күн бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficialyes 😢 you did a great review btw. But yes sadly the network has shrunk a bit in AZ
@HoodSlappersOfficial17 күн бұрын
@freedom_foz_6337 that’s too bad. Here in Canada it seems like there is very little growth. Funny though, in Australia the brand does very well.
@kevincarrasco692920 күн бұрын
Blazer Ev I just bought one this week I love it!
@HoodSlappersOfficial18 күн бұрын
Congratulations. What a great choice. Please share anything from your experience that others may find value. Thanks for watching.
@kathmandun874920 күн бұрын
Just show the car, those little jokes are not working
@HoodSlappersOfficial20 күн бұрын
Bless your heart.
@POSS9921 күн бұрын
Made in mexico. Hard pass
@HoodSlappersOfficial21 күн бұрын
But Tacos are made in Mexico. You can’t tell me you would pass on tacos too.
@abbyhunker395624 күн бұрын
I had my used 22 outlander on the 2nd week n I love it n I love the safety n the ride it is better than the RAV4 that I had before the RAV4 was great on gas mileage but had a rough ride so I traded the 21 RAV4 for the 22 outlander got a really great deal on the outlander
@HoodSlappersOfficial23 күн бұрын
Wow. Over a RAV4? That’s huge. Well we really liked the Outlander so we can understand completely. Thanks for watching.
@abbyhunker395623 күн бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficial yes over a RAV4! I do Uber and Lyft n Grubhub n DoorDash n Instacart so I need more room in the trunk n the three rows when I do Uber n Lyft
@TheEmissary10125 күн бұрын
One thing people don't know, because GM is using there own Google interface. You don't physically have to touch the buttons on the screen. Such as Google Maps. All you have to say is hey google maps. Voice command controls a lot of functions that you physically do not have to touch. Also, the battery range if you program navigation for a destination maps will show you what your battery range will be at but. As you are driving to that destination, the vehicle will recalculate the battery range and you will have gained four percent by the time you reach your destination.
@HoodSlappersOfficial23 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing. We did talk about those items but they never made the final cut unfortunately. So, thanks for sharing and for watching.
@macrichardson790429 күн бұрын
Are you saying that you need more space in your rear????
@HoodSlappersOfficial29 күн бұрын
Yikes. I hope not! Ha. Thanks for watching.
@user-xb8zb4ri6hАй бұрын
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@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Thanks
@joeromanak8797Ай бұрын
My Dad restored and drove a 1927. He was good at driving it because when he was 11, someone gave him a worn out, used up 1914 T. He learned a lot about Model T repair out of sheer necessity. He and his brothers and friends drove it all over creation. The bare minimum of rusty remains still lie in a ditch on our old homestead property. They mark the terminus of its last ever joy ride. 🥸👍👀✅
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
What a great story and the rusty remains serve as a reminder. Although not everyone has a Model T memory, those that do, really cherish them. Thank you for sharing that with us.
@stojansimke4130Ай бұрын
Professionals, just shhhhh and don't give title to yourself. The public will give it to you if you really deserve it. Just talk about options, and first impressions and reliability and cost will come down the road.
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
We are open to any and every opinion, both professional and amateur. We don’t want to limit our knowledge. Public or Professional are both great avenues to learn from.
@alecbrunetАй бұрын
Hello. I love the presentation of your video. Loved the humour! To answer one question, i have the N-Line Ultimate and did receive an update to have wireless android auto, and it is working great. Keep on hood slappin!
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
This is fantastic. Thank you so much for sharing. We loved the Kona. The looks, the drive, everything. Enjoy yours and thanks for the kind words and for watching.
@alecbrunetАй бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficial Thank you good Sir. I love my Kona after 2 months. Another comment about the tranny, I enjoyed the performance of the 7 speed DCT way more on my previous Kona, but did not like how jerky it was when engaging low speed. I also got stuck in a shopping mall in snow and got a warning clutch was overheating... I'm happy Hyundai went this route on this more mature vehicle, with its classic transmission.
@ryancheng473Ай бұрын
Over!!! The toilet paper go OVER the roll!!!!
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Haha. Ok. That’s one for over. Thanks for watching.
@LoveLikeaHurricaneАй бұрын
Should of never drifted from the Mk5 formula. It needs handbrake and simplicity, a car for all people, not old people that needs to adapt to technology
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
We love the Mk8 but do agree with you on the hand brake. Pulling into the laneway on a snowy day isn’t the same anymore with the electronic e-brake.
@BleatmopАй бұрын
The only reason the people at Motormouth got for the weird wired requirement in previous versions of the Tucson had to do with the navigation. They were fighting with google over which company's version of navigation would be the default when android auto/carplay was enabled. No official press releases on it were ever given but when Hyundai did make the google version the default in the top trim Tucsons then suddenly the wireless was also enabled. Also I see we have had Bald Brad, Scottish Brad, and Female Brad before and this time you tricked me! I thought we were getting Invisible Brad but instead we got Ninja Brad. Thanks for the video!
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Is that a legit answer? It sounds legit. Invisible Brad did cross our mind. Ninja Brad was hard to find. He’s a sneaky one. 🥷
@BleatmopАй бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficial There has been no official statements from the companies involved to my knowledge but Motormouth cited an inside source. It also lines up with what happened on the ground. That being said, I am not a subject matter authority nor do I have any way to prove these statements.
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
@Bleatmop could have fooled us. Sounded great. Thanks for sharing.
@JohnCochraneJrАй бұрын
I just purchased my new Blazer EV so of course it is my favorite!
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
That’s fantastic. Congratulations. Where abouts did you purchase yours?
@JohnCochraneJrАй бұрын
Southern California
@JohnCochraneJrАй бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficial Southern California
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
@JohnCochraneJr oh wow. Well you enjoy the Blazer. What a great choice. Thanks for sharing. Any insight down the road is always welcome. Keep in touch.
@harmandash7147Ай бұрын
jedda red
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Yes indeed. Thanks for watching. :)
@minos51Ай бұрын
looks like Omer's design
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
We need help with this one. Which Omer are you referring to?
@minos51Ай бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficial Simpson of course, the front grill is plain ugly
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
@minos51 Ohhh. I thought that’s what you might have meant. Doh!
@johnhoward2908Ай бұрын
Great review, very authentic and funny. Enjoyed the honest takes.
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Thank you so much. Your comment made our day.
@akaidesignАй бұрын
Very nice video! Could you guys share how tall you are? Grandma is 5’4” so I think she might be comfy on the back seat? 😂 thanks!
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Grandma will be absolutely fine in the back seat. Colleen is about 5’6” and Jared is 5’11” tall, not long. :)
@johnzias284Ай бұрын
I have a CX-30 Turbo Premium. I love this car. I could give a you know what about the back seat comfort. You guys didn't mention your respective sizes, but you both appear to be bigger than average people, so I would never consider putting you in the back seat. The front two seats are where the comfort is. I view it as a performance crossover, not a utility vehicle. That's why my other car is a Subaru Outback.
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Performance crossover is a great way to describe it. At least for the Turbo. Having that extra loser makes a huge difference in the CX-30. Thanks for sharing.
@xtadeus4777Ай бұрын
I am looking for this car as a daily cause I need to protect a second sport car and avoid that one from eating to many miles / year. Value for future ! It seems this mazda has everything ! Good engine (not the turbo one) for reliabily and longitivity + simplicity for maintenance/tco ! comfort, good upgrades from last years (toyota level). So wait and see ! Maybe this mazda + the other one 😎👍🍾
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Thanks for watching. You can’t go wrong with a Japanese Engineered car. Mazda is is great brand with some fun designs and ride quality. But let’s forget about all that. What’s the sports car?
@xtadeus4777Ай бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficial Il will be an alfa Romeo Giulia quadrifoglio. I go go Mazda tomorrow. I will see their models and if I can get something good AT the correct Price, it will do it. But I am sad at the same Time if I have to Say goodbye to my RS3 🥂🙃
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Let us know how it goes.
@xtadeus4777Ай бұрын
@@HoodSlappersOfficial I go and sign the purchase of a New Mazda 2024 facelift CX5 this Tuesday. Homura machine grey manual 2.0L 163HP. I have decided to keep my RS3 as well. I will make it like new (small paint repair, and full shadow black look (wrapping).
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
@xtadeus4777 very cool. Enjoy it! We know you will. :)
@kenwebster5053Ай бұрын
Well I bought a 2023 ES Outlander because I didn't need the 3rd row & in exchange for that, I get a full size full time spare wheel. I'm in Australia & we have a lot of remote country here, so this is a preferable feature here. Though it doesn't feel like it, it has oodles of power and gets up to speed surprisingly quickly. You won't have idiots trying to pass you when the speed limit changes, because they simply can't do that without looking like idiots. The car doesn't feel like it is going as fast as it actually is. This can be a trap at first, so watch your speed. Maybe it's because of sitting up so high or the suspension making the road very smooth, or perhaps because it is so stable & hangs onto the corners with such assurance & ease. Very noticeable more stable & relaxed cornering than any car I have previously owned. The one bad thing I have found so far is the tow bar is inches lower than it needs to be and its design limits departure angle to a ridiculous amount. It bottoms out on very ordinary suburban driveways. I have had a tow bar on every car I owned over the last 50 years. This is the worst one yet, worse than my Kia Cerato, worse than my saggy VR commodore etc. Total design fail on the tow bar, it could easily have mounted the tongue 2-3 inches higher as there is no structure in the way, only a bit of plastic bumper to cut out. I would have preferred if the roof wasn't as tall, as that would have made loading roof racks oh so much easier for smaller people like me. My wife & I had looked at earlier models thinking oh that's OK. So the height of the 2023 model was a surprise we had not realised.
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
Thanks for sharing Ken. It’s funny, Mitsubishi I a much bigger brand in Australia than here in Canada. Hopefully they start to build more momentum here with the Outlander because it’s a great machine. I just read today that the plug in Outlander is the best selling in Canada right now. So we will see where this takes Mitsubishi. Thanks for the comment. Happy trails
@johntheodosiou7248Ай бұрын
The seatbelt thing does not work like that,it warns the passenger in the beginning but in a few seconds it beeps louder and continueslly.golf is the perfect everyday car
@HoodSlappersOfficialАй бұрын
We loved the Golf. We still do. You really can’t beat it.