Golf/GTI VI :: 2011 - How To Reduce Noise
Dec 14, 2010
I test drove a 2011 GTI today with my dad as a possible car to buy once I graduate college. The interior was very Audi-esque and overall it was very balanced and enjoyable to drive.
The one downside (and possibly the single reason I might not buy this otherwise excellent car) was the drone it makes whenever you get on the throttle. If it pushed you back in your seat I might not mind (I understand the point of the GTI is more sensible rather than rocketship fun), but it just seems like it's making a whole lot of noise and not really going anywhere.
Is there a way to reduce this noise, short of sound dampening the entire car? I really like everything else about the car, but I couldn't imagine a long highway drive or being out with a girl and everytime you want to pass or accelerate it sounds like you're taking it to 8,500 rpm.
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