MK5 GTI - what to look for?

[hmeah]

Hi,

After many years I can't wait to get back into a Golf GTI, having had 2 Mk2's 16v & 8v, i am going to get a DSG mk5 GTI 5doors, I am wanting to know what things one would want to look out for to ensure I get the best.

Any tips and help would be much appreciated..  I can't wait to put fun back into driving, keeping the merc too!

[Mortimer Hill]

usual things like:

HPI check or similar

Service history, see if the cambelt was changed and what else was changed at that time, see if the DSG has had a oil change.

Look out for "whiteworm", a corrosion of the alloys and possibly the rear door badge.

Make sure all the toys work

Check the condtion of the tyres, they are £100 per corner to replace.

The rear discs can corrode in the centre, more unsightly than any thing structural