Head gasket? 8v GTI

[madmanmart]

Block test confirmed head gasket. Got quoted £450 quid for a repair, is this good?
Wondering whether to attempt it myself or just wack another engine in...

Nope thats a rip off,

Just stick a good second hand engine in, they are worthless at the moment.

I can sell you a good one for £70

[ImpactUK]

Haha, wish I had the space, tools and know how to fit a second hand one but I don't. Also I don't fancy paying someone to pick it up for me. It'll end up more expensive than HG repair!

I'll give you 250 quid inc. Engine if you fit it for me 

Any other cheaper suggestions? Or should I pay the guy 450 quid?

[madmanmart]

Haha, wish I had the space, tools and know how to fit a second hand one but I don't. Also I don't fancy paying someone to pick it up for me. It'll end up more expensive than HG repair!

I'll give you 250 quid inc. Engine if you fit it for me 

Any other cheaper suggestions? Or should I pay the guy 450 quid?

Sounds good to me........... depends where you are.

Although im on holiday tomorrow if you can wait till after.


And no don't pay £450 that is a total rip off. 

[thfc_123]

I agree with the new engine. Once a head gasket goes its likely to do it again unless you get a cylinder head put on which will cost more than a decent second hand engine. My mum had 3 go on her Clio in the end she scrapped it lol

[VW BUSH]

£450 is quite steep,  you could a new Mk3 for that.......

[ImpactUK]

Looks like i'll be going the used engine route then, appreciate everyone's help!

Madmanmart, what is the engine code, mileage and service history like on the engine you have? Also i live just below Blackpool in Lytham St. Annes
I can wait a few days because i have work Thursday and Friday, then i'm at Silverstone on Saturday and Sunday