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Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: CynicalRobot on 12 January 2019, 10:15

Title: Looking for a "what to look out for" guide when buying please
Post by: CynicalRobot on 12 January 2019, 10:15

Hey All

Is there a guide on here on what to look out for when buying a mk6 gti out of interest?

I have seen a 60k mileage gti that i like the look of and it would be really helpful if there was some kind of guide here that i can follow :)

Thanks!

Title: Re: Looking for a "what to look out for" guide when buying please
Post by: joe6 on 12 January 2019, 20:38

You could start here with faults and issues! http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=258904.msg2377302#msg2377302

Title: Re: Looking for a "what to look out for" guide when buying please
Post by: Snoopy on 12 January 2019, 22:45

Add to it.
. Front wing rust. Botton near sill and middle of arch above wheel.
. Rear hatch rust in badge mounting.
. Carpet check not damp and check window switches work as inner and outer door seals fail.
. Door locks fail check all lock and unlock.
. Main rear crank seal fail. Oil leak from between engine and gearbox.
. Sunroof if fitted seal failure. Check for damp.
. Window regulators.  Check all windows work.
. Rear shocks or bushes. Clongs from rear.
. Front subframe bushes. Clongs from front.
. Handbrake. Calipers can stick.