just got mk 3 gti

[claretsimon]

hi all!

iv just bought a 1996P Volkswagen Golf Gti, 1984CC Petrol, 3DR, Manual, got it for 500 quid, theres no rust on the outside and inside looks tidy full leather interior ect. just wondering how long these cars can last though as it has 155k on the clock! it has fsh though, and has just had new cam belt starter motor and battery fitted. just wondering really what people think of these cars, mpg, spped, performance ect.

also can anyone tell em were the cheapest place to get a haynes manual for this car is?

cheers in advance everyone

[tweed]

Welcome to the site!! 
Is it 8v? If it is many people on here have the same mileage and many more, and there engines are still going strong.
Ebay is ya best bet for a Haynes but we will help you with your needs but please do a search before you post a new thread as many things on here have been covered hundred's of times.

They are good for 40mpg if you drive it right, I get that from mine anyway lol

[claretsimon]

brilliant thanks for the fast reply, just a quick question i noticed the abs light near the light switch doesn't illuminate at all at any time is this a big issue? and yes its 8v

[tweed]

brilliant thanks for the fast reply, just a quick question i noticed the abs light near the light switch doesn't illuminate at all at any time is this a big issue? and yes its 8v

oh dear what about airbag light? if abs doesn't work the light should stay on. so it seems as if someone has taken the bulb out to hide the problem. Have you tested the brakes to see if the abs works? if it does work I wouldn't worry about it to much.


Post some pics up

[claretsimon]

im useless at cars mate, this may seem silly but how do i know if abs is working??? and if it isnt what does this mean? will it pass mot without it? and no airbag light either???

[Seanl]

They should both illuminate on initially turning the key, then go out after about 3 seconds. Yes its an MOT failure. Go on a quiet road and stamp on the brakes. If they lock up, its not working! Get the fault codes read and that will tell you if there are any problems you need to be aware of. Pull your ABS light cover off and have a look if its been snipped first though.

[claretsimon]

ok so when it has its mot next week, whats the best and worst case scenario for this to be rectified rice wise? cheers all

[nikkiy9]

where are you located, I can scan fault codes and ill also do the work for you if your near by

[claretsimon]

if your in scotland im afraid you may be too far away :.( im in blandford forum north dorset mate?

[claretsimon]

what would you recommend i do mate? whats worst case mot scenario? cheers