GT1749VA - What's it worth?

[MADHUN]

I recently pulled a VT1749 off my MkV Golf as it needs a thorough clean and I can't afford the downtime so replaced it.

What would it be worth used?

Quentin

[getjet]

Hi Quentin,

I too have a used turbo sitting in the shed.

The problem is that the there are two reasons someone might buy our turbos.

1. To replace a smaller turbo on another engine.
2. To replace a blown turbo.

The problem with No. 1 is that there isn't a massive diesel modding scene in AUS. Even if there was, whoever purchased it is taking a bit of a risk and would likely need/get the turbo rebuilt anyway.

The problem with No. 2 is that people will only really replace the turbo once it goes. When it goes, people will generally take it to a dealer and pay a ridiculous price as they don't know better. Even if they did purchase our turbo's they'd generally need/get them rebuilt anyway. This all takes time and most of the time we're talking about peoples daily drivers.

I dont think we'd get much to be honest.

Having said that, there might be some merit in giving your local VW mechanic (no dealership) and having a chat about it. You might be able to organise them to buy it - if you rebuild it?

Getjet.

[gldgti]

I paid $100 for a 'blown' 1749VB (broken turbine blades).

For an unknown condition apparrently working VA, I might be prepared to pay $2-300, probably not any more.... have a look on ebay - you can get random used turbo's for about that and less - thats the market you are in.

Having said that, put it up forsale in the classifieds section and see what happens.

Would be a great turbo for someone with a mk1,2 or 3 diesel wanting to do a project, or even a good swap option for someone that might only want a little more from their 1.9 (caddy owners for instance).

PS - if you didnt realise from what I just mentioned - the turbo will physically fit all common VW 8V engines (petrol and diesel) and all the later diesel 4cyl engines (all have the same exhaust port shape and spacing)

[MADHUN]

Thanks for that folks.

It is in reasonable condition, I would say with the vanes "de-sooted" it would be a reasonable turbo. I wasn't really expecting the earth for it, just curious what it might be worth.