What to look out for on a Mark V GTI with DSG?

[Hurdy]

Also check this thread out. It started off for new cars, but a lot applies to used ones as well.

http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=64432.0

[Davstylee]

That’s brilliant thanks everyone.

As I work in London I can’t get to the dealer (or stealer as I see they care commonly referred too ha ha) until Saturday, so I'll let you all know how the test drive goes.

Thanks again for all your input, and please let me know if there is anything else I should keep and eye out for?

[ub7rm]

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4.  Check the upper brake light strip in the rear spoiler for bad condensation or bulb failure (another common fault).

How could I have forgotten about that...

See here for an easy cheap fix though http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=121067.0   

[Merlin]

DSG Oil change @ 30-40K. Just had mine done. The old smooth charm is back again.... they do like their oil new..... Old oil = slow / clunky changes..... (could also be down to a Mechatronics issue or faulty gearbox speed sensor or loose DSG electrics....etc.)

Personally having driven and lived with the DSG for two years I'd go for the manual..... Cheaper and more driving control.

Comments welcome chaps!night night.

[RedRobin]

Personally having driven and lived with the DSG for two years I'd go for the manual..... Cheaper and more driving control.

....At the risk of starting yet another Manual vs DSG debate which will not be resolved, I disagree with your specific comment. Why? - You can't fluff a gearshift and you can keep both hands on the wheel < That results in "more driving control". Btw, I'm only talking about driving a DSG in Manual-mode. I only use D to cruise through urban areas or in traffic jam crawls. S-mode can be fun if mixed with M in and out of very busy Milton Keynes roundabouts for example.

Furthermore, you can remap the DSG box to improve shifts and their thresholds. DSG has the best of both worlds if you use it fully.

[Golf R]

If it's an Edition 30 version check the panels all fit and the car looks straight.
For some reason lots were crashed.

[ChrisbGTI72]

Sorry to gatecrash this thread, but I too am looking for a similar car myself.

I found one that ticks all of my boxes except the DSG box. The only issue I have is that it has 50,000 miles on the clock. It's a 2006 55 reg which some people may say is only average miles, but my problem is will I stuggle to sell it on in say 3 years time with another 25-30,000 miles on the clock.

It's fully loaded and is on for £12,990.

Am I being wrongly put off by high mileage?

[RedRobin]

Sorry to gatecrash this thread, but I too am looking for a similar car myself.

I found one that ticks all of my boxes except the DSG box. The only issue I have is that it has 50,000 miles on the clock. It's a 2006 55 reg which some people may say is only average miles, but my problem is will I stuggle to sell it on in say 3 years time with another 25-30,000 miles on the clock.

It's fully loaded and is on for £12,990.

Am I being wrongly put off by high mileage?

....Some people are put off by high mileage but shouldn't be on most German cars. What's much more important is how well the car has been looked after and maintained in its mileage. My 05 is at 76,000 miles but it's serviced every 10k miles, new plugs every 20k miles, regularly and professionally inspected, highly modded and therefore many parts renewed (aftermarket engine mounts, bushes etc). You just have to assess each individual car. You can pay AA £50 to come and give it an extremely thorough check.

You'll lose money on any and every car you buy - It's not the way to look at it imo.

[Manannan]

Just found this forum.  Exactly the question I wanted to ask, I wish I'd bought mine this time last year as they have shot up in price since then.  I'm after a Mk5 GTI, 5 door automatic about 3 years old in silver or grey under 30,000 miles. 

[Gene Hunt.]

When it's fully warmed up have a good listen to the engine on tickover.If you have a sort of diesel rattle pound to a pinch of sh!t it will need the ''small'' cam chain & tensioner replaced.Mine did & a couple of others on here have had the same.A gentle ticking sound is fine is the direct injection system.