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[mattie_1]

Hi guys. I'm Matt and I'm looking at joining the GTI world with a mk5.

Yesterday I test drove a gorgeous 2005 red mk5, 29k miles, xenons, 18" monzas and the full luxury packs. Up at £11995 at the main VW dealer. I was very tempted and it was within budget but researching it online seems to indicate it's probably overpriced by about a grand. Plus looking at a lot of the posts on here, all the luxury extras like the folding mirrors or tyre pressure gauge aren't quite as good as Volkswagen make out! Needless to say, I walked away and will keep looking.

I'd appreciate any thoughts??

[Snooze]

Hey mattie.  Yeah that does sound a bit steep!  Remember dealers always charge £1-2k more, compared to private sales.  I paid a little over the odds for my Gti 1yr ago from my local main dealer, partly because of the area I live though. 

You should be able to pick up a nice 06/56 plate for approx £11-12k at a main dealers.

[david25]

It's swings and roundabouts;

The premium of buying from VW get's you a one year warranty and (they where doing a 30 day 'lemon' return), it depends if you think it's worth it.

Private sales, come sold as seen but generally cheaper.

As always buy on condition regardless of the source. I found a red 2006 model from a private seller (18's, lux pack, cruise, rcd500, armrest, mfsw, 7500miles)
for £12,000, expensive but it was basically new!

[Jimp]

It could be worthwhile putting in a lower offer since it's a buyers market at the moment.

[musicman87]

Hi Mate,

Trust me, you wont be disappointed with the GTI - its an awesome car. Unfortunately, i'm having to sell mine due to an incoming company car

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/2595858.htm

I've since had it serviced this Saturday just gone so its service book is up to date.

Have a look and let me know what you think