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Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: big-pete on 07 November 2017, 04:24

Title: New Mk6 R owner.(not yet but soon)
Post by: big-pete on 07 November 2017, 04:24
hello all,

im looking at buying a mk6 R at some point in the future(as soon as my current car sells),
after driving both manual/dsg im 100% set on dsg.(3dr/non sunroof/ideally with cruise/nav) the rest is irrelevant as ill be doing some weight saving/ring prep.

are there any things i should be looking out for when buying one? any major issues/faults?

cheers
Pete
Title: Re: New Mk6 R owner.(not yet but soon)
Post by: barrym381 on 07 November 2017, 15:40
Have you looked at prices for a second hand mk7r as there's not much between them
Title: Re: New Mk6 R owner.(not yet but soon)
Post by: dubber36 on 10 November 2017, 16:41
But Mk7 .:R's are like dog poo. They get everywhere.

When was the last time you saw a Mk6 .:R? The Mk6 will command a much better resale value due to it's rarity and future classic status.

Finding one with a sunroof may take some doing, but cruise and nav are easily retro fitted.
Title: Re: New Mk6 R owner.(not yet but soon)
Post by: barrym381 on 11 November 2017, 01:38
But Mk7 .:R's are like dog poo. They get everywhere.

When was the last time you saw a Mk6 .:R? The Mk6 will command a much better resale value due to it's rarity and future classic status.

Finding one with a sunroof may take some doing, but cruise and nav are easily retro fitted.

I see 2 everyday a blue one and a black one  :wink: although I see ten times as many mk7 r so I see your point
Title: Re: New Mk6 R owner.(not yet but soon)
Post by: BobbyT on 20 November 2017, 23:52
7R is a better car but the 6 is rarer
Title: Re: New Mk6 R owner.(not yet but soon)
Post by: Snoopy on 21 November 2017, 09:13
Main thing to check is that the heldex is actually working.
Engines the same as edition 30 mk5 and has few weaknesses.
Water pump: Check coolent level is not at min as this may indicate pump leaking.
Air con: check works as if not serviced can cause compressor failure.