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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: cameorole on 24 May 2010, 20:25

Title: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: cameorole on 24 May 2010, 20:25

Hello, new member here!!

I am going to look at a 2007 GTI 5 door import with DSG from a VW franchise dealer, can anyone give me any advice on what to ask and what to look out for, and if it is a good idea to get an import?

thanks

C

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: Wayne on 24 May 2010, 20:27

Why not wait for a uk car, import will be worth less.

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: ccaasjf on 24 May 2010, 20:44

Ok, i bought a brand new import from MotorProvider in Sheffiled 2.5 years ago, 27k later amd no mechanical problems and no regrets I saved 3.8k and the car was made to my spec.

Check where the car was imported in from, mine was sourced in the Netherlands you can check the PDI stamp and it will tell you in the log book, if it was sourced by MotorProvider I would have no hesitation.

MotorPoint imported many examples from Dubia which had been sat in a sandy field for sometime, these are not full uk spec.

Few quick pointers to uk spec:
1) Space saver
2) Alarm
3) Bottle opener between seats.

I would do a HPI check, take the chassis number give VW a ring and find out what if any warranty work has been done, check the service history and the third brake light in the spoiler, if it has water in get it down before you pick it up.

Good luck
Simon

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: cameorole on 25 May 2010, 08:01

Thanks Simon, i will let you know how i get on, might knock him down a bit if i like it.

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: Wayne on 25 May 2010, 08:32

Quote from: cameorole on 25 May 2010, 08:01

Thanks Simon, i will let you know how i get on, might knock him down a bit if i like it.

What makes you want a import, you need to be 100% sure it is uk spec but whatever happens it needs to be cheaper and will always be worth less.

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: luvmygti on 25 May 2010, 09:22

Mine's a import but full uk spec. it doent bother me but dont pay uk spec prices

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: cameorole on 25 May 2010, 09:53

I didnt really set out to buy an import, and might not. but the seller is a main dealer and its 2 minutes from my home, so i am going to have a look and test drive it as i have never drove one before.

I will check whether its a UK import and what service history it has and then make my decision, as there is a few more near me but not 2 minutes away :)

Guess i am being lazy.

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: Egbutt Wash on 25 May 2010, 09:56

I have a GTI supplied by a Dutch dealer.  The basic spec on the continent is higher than we put up with in the UK.
I would avoid UK cars and go for the import every time.

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: cameorole on 25 May 2010, 17:17

Had a look and it was a bit tatty inside and the log book had arabic writing so i am guessing it was a Dubia one.

Decided its not worth it, so gonna start looking for another one with DSG,

thanks for your advice

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: luvmygti on 25 May 2010, 17:19

Your welcome lol  :smiley:

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: sharman on 27 May 2010, 03:28

My 2007 Golf GTI is in the for sale section.

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: qureshia on 27 May 2010, 21:48

Quote from: cameorole on 24 May 2010, 20:25

....a 2007 GTI 5 door import with DSG ...


C

How much was it up for ?

cheers

Title: Re: 2007 Golf GTI Import
Post by: cameorole on 06 June 2010, 23:48

Quote from: qureshia on 27 May 2010, 21:48

Quote from: cameorole on 24 May 2010, 20:25

....a 2007 GTI 5 door import with DSG ...


C

How much was it up for ?

cheers

It was up for 12.995