Buying a Turbo Jetta or golf gti mk5

[jessv3]

mate check trivetts at blacktown (sydney) Im just reading the paper and they are advertising a 07 2.0tsi jetta for 24,990 with only 30,000kms .. dunno how legit it is because they said its a "rare manual" as far as im aware the 2.0tsi jetta's were DSG only.

[VW Convert]

mate check trivetts at blacktown (sydney) Im just reading the paper and they are advertising a 07 2.0tsi jetta for 24,990 with only 30,000kms .. dunno how legit it is because they said its a "rare manual" as far as im aware the 2.0tsi jetta's were DSG only.

That's correct, 2.0 TFSI and TSI Jetta's are DSG only.

[Bizi]

mate check trivetts at blacktown (sydney) Im just reading the paper and they are advertising a 07 2.0tsi jetta for 24,990 with only 30,000kms .. dunno how legit it is because they said its a "rare manual" as far as im aware the 2.0tsi jetta's were DSG only.

Check your keyboard - a TDI is one key away from TSI, so it's likely to be the former!
Low kms for a diesel! Is it on Carsales? Worth checking just to see if it's advertised correctly there.

[jessv3]

nah it wasn't a typo because it said in the description 147kw.. i just checked their website and closer look of the pics its def a non turbo petrol, so it was obviously a scam to try and get people interested..

[deewhy]

OK got someone looking at my car tomorrow. Fingers crossed a sale will be negotiated!

If so I'm seriously looking at this GT 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GT DSG V MY07 Private Cars For Sale in QLD - carsales.com.au looks great value and low kays. Do you all though think that the GTI is worth like another 4k and at 90xxx kays? I think this GT can provide adequate amounts of fun both driving and modding!

(oh yeah still contemplating that CW TFSI Jetta as well. Been on for a while now so maybe a good price could be produced!)

[Bizi]

I'd prefer a larger capacity engine if looking to extract more performance; I'd expect that this GT's 1.4L engine is already in a fairly medium state of tune, so not as much tuning potential as a TFSI 2L petrol or TDI 2L.

A mate nearby in northern Sydney might be interested in selling his barely-used black GT, which I believe is a 2L TDI. Much better tuning potential and much more GTI like. Probably not as cheap, though as I think it's much newer.

Let me know by PM if you're interested, so I can pass it on to him. My mate's got a GTI Pirelli, so could sell the GT to make way for a Boxster or MX5.

Aside from that I still think there are a lot of Jettas which would suit your needs. Good luck with your own car sale.

[deewhy]

The 21-2k mark is the absolute limit of my budget so I unfortunately I don't think your mate will sell within that. I guess in terms of modding I just had a CAI, and an ecu in mind (possibly catback) I realised that the smaller engine does have it's limits but I think that one i listed is great value and I'm not sure if a GTI for around that same price but with 90xxx kays would be a better option, heck even if owners would let it go at the 21k mark.

Thus atm it is the GT or TFSI Jetta.

[Bizi]

Stick with a Jetta. I was slightly shocked to see how cheap Jetta TDIs with high ks are going for on Carsales. TFSIs would likely be not much more, so a TFSI's a good option for you. Plus the car would be fully loaded, too.

Get the full potential with such a 2L car. Rather than be limited by budget, save more and then have more options.

After all, if you're going to be spending more money, you might as well spend it on a better car! Good luck with the saving, searching and buying.

[deewhy]

Only thing that puts me off bout the Jetta is the size. I am much used to driving smaller cars Will let you know how the sale goes tomorrow!

BTW anyone know anyone who has modded a gt? If so any links at all?

[anthony]

The only diffirence in the size of a A5 Golf,compared to the A5 Jetta would be the boot.

I agree with Bizi,I also prefer the Jetta,as beleive you are getting more car for the money....

I have been told because of the boot,Jettas in stock form handle better than stock Golfs.

Good luck with your sale,what car are you selling ???

[Bizi]

The only diffirence in the size of a A5 Golf,compared to the A5 Jetta would be the boot.

I agree with Bizi,I also prefer the Jetta,as beleive you are getting more car for the money....

I have been told because of the boot,Jettas in stock form handle better than stock Golfs.

Good luck with your sale,what car are you selling ???

I would expect less rear flex due to having that metal at the back. Not sure if it's proven but my car seemingly outhandles a particular Pirelli.

[Brendan_A]

OK got someone looking at my car tomorrow. Fingers crossed a sale will be negotiated!

If so I'm seriously looking at this GT 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GT DSG V MY07 Private Cars For Sale in QLD - carsales.com.au looks great value and low kays. Do you all though think that the GTI is worth like another 4k and at 90xxx kays? I think this GT can provide adequate amounts of fun both driving and modding!

(oh yeah still contemplating that CW TFSI Jetta as well. Been on for a while now so maybe a good price could be produced!)

If I was you I would be seriously looking at that GT. That's a good price for the kms and i can see a sunroof in the photo too. As for tuning you can get 151kw and 317nm with the APR tune. I get to drive both a Jetta and a Golf. The Jetta doesn't feel like a big car to drive, but the Golf just feels more nimble and handles better. I'd be trying to get a car with low kms and a good service histroy in your price range.

[anthony]

I must say,looking at that Golf,it does look nice...

[deewhy]

OK guys update time! The woman has bailed and not answering her phone much to my frustration. I really don't see the point in saying you want to have a look and not showing up. *shrugs* The wait continues

[Bizi]

OK guys update time! The woman has bailed and not answering her phone much to my frustration. I really don't see the point in saying you want to have a look and not showing up. *shrugs* The wait continues

That's rude. Obviously she doesn't care. I hope you get more inquiries.

Unless you are able to work something out in terms of a deposit on a sale I think you should not commit to a particular car for sale until you can afford to buy it. Other cars always come up.