Thinking of getting a Mk3 or 4 GTI. Advice welcome

[dixie180]

Best if you got a Vagcom mate,similar to this and ALOT cheaper http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VAG-USB-DIAGNOSTIC-CABLE-409-1-OBD2-II-LEAD-VAG-COM-/110819713441?pt=UK_Diagnostic_Tools_Equipment&hash=item19cd5ea1a1


Rob

[kPATm]

Iv already got both I just wondered if I could use the scanner to save me carrying a laptop about

[dixie180]

Can't see anywhere it says it's ok for VW engines m8.If you wanna spend that much cash just to save carrying your laptop with you then go ahead.



Rob

[Khare]

Mk4 you'd need the 1.8T engine for any sort of excitement, as the 2l 8v is underpowered for such a heavy car. Don't know what Mk4 prices are, but I doubt £1500 will get you a well cared for and serviced 1.8T.

Where as £1000ish will get you a pretty mint Mk3 GTI 16v which has a great engine, is cheap to run, easy to work on and cheap to repair, so you'd have money to spare. £1500 will probably get you a VR6 highline in very good nick to be honest, but running cost will be a lot compared to the GTI.

[kPATm]

 :huh:Rob I already have both the scanner and the cable. I bought both a few years ago for my previous car. I wont need to spend any money mate. I just wondered if the scanner would work thats all.

[dixie180]

Ok m8,thought u were after buying one  .As i said i can't see where its compatible with VW's so not sure.



Rob

[degaz28]

alright
i'm the owner of a mk3, love the car never had any probs with the engine. i'm looking to sell it if your interested.

[murraymint]

Mk3s ain't selling atm so you could pick yourself up a bargain, I've bin watching loads on eBay (16v's only) and there's some half desent ones going for around £400/£700 so if you have a good look you could find a nice on for fairly cheap and you'll have a load of money left from your budget for doing any work/modding you want to do.

As for mileage vws are known for going forever (if well maintained) so as long as its got good SH then I wou.dnt worry about the mileage too much

[kPATm]

Been checking the Mk4 sales section. Really wish some of them where closer

[kPATm]

Can a Double Din DVD player be fitted in a Mk4 without much hassle?. I have a nice Pioneer from my previous car that I would like to keep