The "Second Hand" / "2nd Hand" MK6 Golf Thread

[privatepang]

Just bought a 2012 mk6 gti and have had no issues. Highly recommend it as long as it's got the service history to back it up

[golfage]

Buying advice for MKVI Golf R

Hi everyone

I'm looking to purchase a 2012 MKVI Golf R and was hoping to get some advice on anything to look out for or take into consideration during an inspection.

Ideally I would also like a mechanical inspection, can anyone recommend any VW Golf R specialists in Sydney?

On a side note it would great to also know some of the factory fitted items like:

- Original tyres and size, what is now recommended
- Recommended oil type and brand
- Space in rear with child seat
- Can factory optional extras be added eg. reverse rear badge camera?
- Differences in factory standard and factory optional upgrade audio head units

Hopefully I haven't rambled on too much!

Would be great to hear your feedback from current and previous MK6 Golf R owners [emoji4]

Thanks in advance.



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[AdamD]

I'm looking to purchase a 2012 MKVI Golf R

Answers to many of your questions can be found here: http://www.vwwatercooled.com/forums/...ons-46381.html

Check also the Golf R section here: http://www.vwwatercooled.com/forums/...tml#post671461

The remainder of your questions are all answered in this thread, into which I have merged your post.

[Kaotik]

Hey guys,
I'm looking at upgrading from my Mk4 GTI to a newer Mk6 GTI. Currently this one has caught my eye:

https://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Volkswagen-Golf-2012/SSE-AD-4574707/?Cr=5

It doesn't have the Detroit wheels or a sunroof, but otherwise it looks like it would fit most of my requirements.
I feel like the asking price is too high though. What do you guys think?

[Lucas_R]

The "Second Hand" / "2nd Hand" MK6 Golf Thread

^ it looks to be in good condition, but considering its only option are the leather seats id say its a few grand too expensive for what it is. If you could get it for $22-23k then it would be a good buy.

On a somewhat related note, im selling my Mk6 GTI in case you might be interested.

For Sale: 2010 Mk6 Golf GTI - candy white, manual, 85,000km, stage 2 tuned

https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?share_fid=424&share_tid=118111&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Evwwatercooled%2Ecom%2Eau%2Fforums%2Fshowthread%2Ephp%3Ft%3D118111&share_type=t

[tigger73]

Yes the price on that GTI does look a little high.

Lucas what are you getting next?

[Lucas_R]

Yes the price on that GTI does look a little high.

Lucas what are you getting next?

Ive had a longing for a high performance V8 sedan for some time, so ive settled on the Lexus IS-F for ultimate reliability, build quality and its fantastic engine. The B7 RS4 is too old/dated and while i love the C63 AMG they are too thirsty and still too expensive.

[AnthonyJ]

Hey guys,
I'm looking at upgrading from my Mk4 GTI to a newer Mk6 GTI. Currently this one has caught my eye:

https://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Volkswagen-Golf-2012/SSE-AD-4574707/?Cr=5

It doesn't have the Detroit wheels or a sunroof, but otherwise it looks like it would fit most of my requirements.
I feel like the asking price is too high though. What do you guys think?

I just bought a 2012 GTI DSG a month and a half ago. 46 000ks, no sunroof but has the Detroits and I paid $24 000 even from a dealer drive away. Based on the ones I looked at around the same were a few grand cheaper privately, but after paying stamp duty + rego etc I would have came out the same and this comes with at least some kind of warranty included

Happy hunting mate!

[antong1]

Hey guys

Looking at getting this 2013 118TSI. Does anyone have any opinion on it? Seems like a good price - private seller.

https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/manning/cars-vans-utes/2013-vw-golf-tsi-118-comfortline/1169678967

Cheers

[Morpheus]

Ha! I so should have joined and read this thread before buying my GTI.. whoops!


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[brad]

Ha! I so should have joined and read this thread before buying my GTI.. whoops!


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GTI is a good car - just have to make sure the timing chain tensioner is the revised part

[Morpheus]

The "Second Hand" / "2nd Hand" MK6 Golf Thread

Thanks @brad! How do I find out that? Was there a date cut off in 2010? According to the books in my car it was delivered in November 2010.


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[brad]

There are a couple of threads in this forum that discuss the issue.

this might help.
YouTube

[Morpheus]

Thanks Brad!


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[jaackyy]

Sorry to bring up an old thread but am considering a 2nd hand mk6 GTI at some point this year... ive had a skim through this thread but 35 pages is too much to go through 1 by 1.

Is someone able to give me a quick summary on:
- Particular years to look for, in terms of changes? (ie: Post 2008 MK5's got the full height MFDs etc )
- Which years to avoid? (I'm seeing 2010 be common for the tensioner issue? )
- Particular features that may be desirable (LED DRLs etc )


cheers for the help