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I've decided to buy a Mk5 (MkV) Golf GTI (atlast) and am itching to get into some of the advertised models on carsales asap. My budget is around $30k but I am tempted to get a newer model meaning having to spend $40k. That would crush my spending for the next year or so but may be worth it in the long run with reliability and original warranty. The miser in me says that there should be plenty of well maintained models around and I just have to check them out. I am looking for leather and any other extras to improve the overall experience of owning one and high mileage is not a problem as I don't drive much on a daily basis. Would it be wise to go for a 4-year old model in the process saving $10k or are there likely to be issues that would cost me dearly?
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I wouldn't hesitate to buy a MK5, I'd take some convincing to spend the extra on a MK6. There's not much in the con's list for me. I'd be picky about any DSG that didn't drive perfectly and would insist on seeing evidence of the DSG oil/filter being changed on time.
A solid service history is another thing I'd insist on.
Otherwise, pick the cleanest one you find. Don't worry too much about the mileage, just pay accordingly as long as the history is appropriate.
Gavin
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Yes I would insist on a FSH from a VW garage too. What is the DSG oil/filter service interval supposed to be?Originally posted by h100vw View Post2010 | Mk 6 | Golf GTI | DSG | black | 18" Detroit's | MDIComment
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Service history doesn't need to be from VW, a VW specialist would be better IMO.Originally posted by MovieDude View Post
60K for the DSG services.
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Thanks. Incidentally would you rule out buying from a dealer?2010 | Mk 6 | Golf GTI | DSG | black | 18" Detroit's | MDIComment
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I wouldnt expect too many in dealers but for the right car and some warranty it would be ok. The savings buying private would be attractive to me. I am plenty clued up on the mechanical side so am comfortable doing my own inspections.
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I've been looking at carsales and the comparison feature showed some differences between some I'd selected:
- MP3 decoder,
- Ventilated front disc brakes,
- Power boot closing aid,
- EBD Multifunction screen
- Stainless steel exhaust dual system
I would have expected that spec. of brakes to be standard. I could upgrade the audio unit for MP3 etc but how does the power boot work?2010 | Mk 6 | Golf GTI | DSG | black | 18" Detroit's | MDIComment
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Vented discs are standard. Not sure about the boot closing, they I
have a remote popper. I thought most had mp3 capability.
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All of the things on that list are standard features except the auto closing boot, which I'm pretty sure doesn't exist on the mk5 Golfs at all??? There weren't actually that many options for the GTI - just leather, sunroof, parking sensors, satnav and zenons. You could also option 18" rims but next to nobody got them.Originally posted by MovieDude View Post
And as Gavin's said, don't worry at all about dealer service history. In fact, I would go so far as to say that the quality of service from some VW independents is better than from the dealer. If it's a reputable independent (the good ones are frequently named on VWW) with a FSH and the DSG done on time, that's as much as you could hope for IMO.
MY07 GOLF GTI
5-Door l Tornado Red l DSG l Leather l Xenons l MFD2 l TCP T.B.E l DNA stage 1Comment
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Ok maybe that seller is not that familiar with the GTI specs. So DSG serviced each 60,000kms and a fully completed service book. Thanks.
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I see you have an MY07. Was it from new and how is it faring?Originally posted by TomC View PostAll of the things on that list are standard features except the auto closing boot, which I'm pretty sure doesn't exist on the mk5 Golfs at all??? There weren't actually that many options for the GTI - just leather, sunroof, parking sensors, satnav and zenons. You could also option 18" rims but next to nobody got them.
And as Gavin's said, don't worry at all about dealer service history. In fact, I would go so far as to say that the quality of service from some VW independents is better than from the dealer. If it's a reputable independent (the good ones are frequently named on VWW) with a FSH and the DSG done on time, that's as much as you could hope for IMO.2010 | Mk 6 | Golf GTI | DSG | black | 18" Detroit's | MDIComment
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Just a couple of further questions, are Redbook private sale prices accurate and how much is leather worth on a 4-year old GTI?2010 | Mk 6 | Golf GTI | DSG | black | 18" Detroit's | MDIComment
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Yeah, it's fairing fairly well. The earlier models didn't have some of the improvements that appeared in later models; things like the hill-hold for the DSG, auto-dipping passenger mirror when reversing etc etc. And I must admit, the interior fit is getting a bit shabby - a few rattles are appearing and general NVH isn't nearly as good as the new ones (Mum's got a Tig and that's way better interior-fit-wise).Originally posted by MovieDude View PostMY07 GOLF GTI
5-Door l Tornado Red l DSG l Leather l Xenons l MFD2 l TCP T.B.E l DNA stage 1Comment
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Mines done 167,000km no squeaks or rattles, upholstry is prefect depends how its been looked after.Volvo S60 RD T6Comment
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Cloth or leather?2010 | Mk 6 | Golf GTI | DSG | black | 18" Detroit's | MDIComment
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