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Model specific boards => Golf mk4 => Topic started by: travisreeve on 14 April 2013, 14:51

Title: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: travisreeve on 14 April 2013, 14:51

Just want an insight to what the mk4 golf v5's are like. Was looking at getting a gt tdi but come across some really clean v5's.

Typical problems

Things to look out for when buying one

Mpg ( roughly 32 mpg google reckons ) but would like opinions from people who have them

Anything in general you guys might be able to help me with as i dont want to jump into something and regret it.

Thanks

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: barrym381 on 14 April 2013, 15:03

stay away from a v5 then mate either get a 1.8t or v6 if you dont mind the fuel cost  :smiley:

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: hardmonkeys on 14 April 2013, 15:06

He was asking about them..not telling us about typical problems...

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: barrym381 on 14 April 2013, 15:08

Quote from: hardmonkeys on 14 April 2013, 15:06

He was asking about them..not telling us about typical problems...

well if he was looking at a gt tdi then he really doesnt want a v5 trust me  :whistle:

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: hardmonkeys on 14 April 2013, 15:11

Haha..are they that bad..

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: barrym381 on 14 April 2013, 15:13

Quote from: hardmonkeys on 14 April 2013, 15:11

Haha..are they that bad..

does a bear sh!t in the woods  :grin:

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: hardmonkeys on 14 April 2013, 15:15

Seen one down here last week, 1250. It went quick..as in sold quick..not to me I might add.. I still have the stupid problem making GTi

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: travisreeve on 14 April 2013, 16:05

Fuel costs arnt a problem as i dont do mega miles i was just going to get a tdi as i have a 20vt in my mk1 golf.. Come across a v5 but just wanted to know if there prone for going wrong or weather there quite reliable.

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: Kelvin1977 on 14 April 2013, 19:47

I have had 2 prefer the sound and feel but 22 mpg hurts hence I have a 20v turbo  :whistle: They suffer with misfires and clutches are prone to going. If you are not worried about MPG then they are a great choice as cheaper to buy. GT TDI are excellent power and MPG I would have another tomorrow but you pay a premium for that. Good luck finding one

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: dom on 14 April 2013, 20:15

If you're looking at V5's make sure it's a 2001+ model.

Pre-2001 are 10v & 150bhp, 2001 onwards are 20v and 170bhp and are generally the better engine. Expect fuel consumption of around 30mpg with a light right foot, in comparison to a 1.8T is much more of a cruiser.

Cooling fans and MAF sensors are common faults

I would spend my money on a V6 personally :wink:

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: Wayne on 14 April 2013, 21:48

As Dom said get a later 170bhp as it is a much better bet and suffers a lot less engine issues.

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: brett on 14 April 2013, 22:06

Never driven a v5 ,but have to say i still like my 4mo ,even if the petrol does go pretty quick  :laugh:

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: Toby on 14 April 2013, 22:18

Don't beat about the bush trav!

Get a r32  :grin:

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: navmk4gti on 15 April 2013, 12:49

Go for a v6 mate. They not far off on mpg on the v5 and you have the 4wd and awesome sound :wink:

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: brett on 15 April 2013, 22:23

whereabouts are you in norfolk again mate,could always come out in my 4mo and see if you like it

Title: Re: Mk4 golf v5
Post by: benny.banks on 16 April 2013, 15:15

if you want a V then go for the V6.