MK5 GTI buying tips

[Tyler]

Hi Guys,

I have recently (yesterday) sold my mk4 GTI and am now looking at a couple of mk5 GTI's.

Couple of quick questions.

What are the major service intervals and general costs with these services.
I believe there is a 60,000km service which involves a new timing belt? Also the timing belt should be changed at either 100,000km or 4 years?

What are somethings to look out for?
-Aircon?
-Electrics?

Anything else i should know or some tips

[robbie]

PCV Diverter Valve OEM's Are Know To break.

- problems with mechatronic unit in DSG
- problems with air con compressor
- ensure timing belt has been changed at 4 year mark
- obviously ensure the vehicle has the user manual and service history

Make Sure You try And Get one With Immaculate GTI Denvers.

Sorry are you looking for a manual or DSG.

[Pappon]

Hi Guys,

I have recently (yesterday) sold my mk4 GTI and am now looking at a couple of mk5 GTI's.

Couple of quick questions.

What are the major service intervals and general costs with these services.
I believe there is a 60,000km service which involves a new timing belt? Also the timing belt should be changed at either 100,000km or 4 years?

What are somethings to look out for?
-Aircon?
-Electrics?

Anything else i should know or some tips

I just got a service done and was told at the 60000km my next service that the DSG geabox fluid needs to be changed and the service would cost $1300. I'm on the south coast of NSW and it was quoted by a VW dealer. No way am i paying 1300.

[Tyler]

Sorry are you looking for a manual or DSG.

Sorry i should have mentioned that, i am looking for a manual.

Yeah i heard the Diverter Valve's can fail too but it should be an easy and cheap fix if needed.

Thanks for the help guys, its appreciated but keep them coming