Hi
I don't have a GTI but a 2010 Golf 1.2 Tsi - please don't hold it against me - really need some advice here! Car has only done 36500 miles. Consistently serviced by VW approved garage right up to this year, (where I went to a place local to my work) Engine warning lights came on, RAC came out, it had started previously but when RAC guy tried, it wouldn't start so it was subsequently towed to an Independent VW Garage. They have advised that they suspect timing chain has stretched, advised approx £500 to fix but if engine has been damaged costs may go up to £1000.
I called VW Customer Service and they advised that they will not discuss any financial assistance unless it goes to retailer. So arranged to have it towed there today. Paid for them to do another diagnostic and got a lovely call saying evidence of engine damage - no compression and timing out = new engine required. Quoting me £5k!!!
Advised that they will come back tomorrow with more comprehensive details and they will contact VW but they don't think there will be goodwill given out of warranty.
Any advice/thoughts would be much appreciated.