Looking to buy a used 2010 MK6 GTI with a 100,000ks on it. What should I look out for

[AskJ33ves]

Knowing that this is an Euro car, What are the normal faults and problems I should be looking out for when buying a used GTI. Also it would be great help if you guys can let know know what the servicing costs are, other things you needed to fix, what parts you needed to replace, so I have a good idea for the future.


Thank you all for the help <3

[romeoondrox]

Hey congrats on making a great choice.

As its a used one I would recommend, taking it to a local Euro specialist and getting it checked thoroughly. Main issue would be the DSG and make sure the owner had done the major service @60k which includes DSG service. Rest the VWs are pretty solid built in terms of Engine and Chassis. If the car is with 18" Detroit wheels, check for the buckle. With low profile tyres its really easy to screw up the alloys.

A specialist would be the best person to assess the car.

Do you mind me asking, how much are you buying it for?

Thanks

[ozynigma]

That is pretty high km's in 4 years. Has it done a lot of easy highway km's?

[Polo GTEye N9]

Is this the 6 speed DSG and are there so many issues with these 6 speed DSG's as the 7 speed DSG in the later models?
How do these DSG's age with lots of K's on them? cheers Al

[AdamD]

Suggest you search for answers to the questions you're looking for; they've all been answered many times before. Check out the thread index for a start:

The Official MK6 Forum Important Threads & Posts Index **READ FIRST BEFORE POSTING**

And specifically:

The "Second Hand" / "2nd Hand" MK6 Golf Thread
MK6 GTI - Rattle upon acceleration - Resolved via TPI: 2021062/7
Whistle sound from GTI engine... Water Pump Failures
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