Advice on purchasing a reliable 96 GTI/VR6

[I Want GTI]

I'm hoping I'm in the right area for my question?

Just been flicking through an Auto Trader & have been looking at changing my 2001 VW Passatt for a '96 GTI or VR6 (Insurance Pending). Does anybody have reliable advice on dealers / Web Reviews or Magazines where I can pull information so as I don't buy a piece of junk...

The Passatt's too executive & want something smaller, but not a Corsa! I'm moving out of home, so the price ranges of a '96 fit in with my plans.

I live in Birmingham, but would travel to right dealer to view or get further info.

I'd rather be safe & buy froma reputed dealer, paying a touch extra or even an enthusiast, that isn't a speed pilot.

Any advice or info greatly appeciated.
Andy.

[Overseer]

u dont mention the two types of GTI... 8v or the 16v..

there are some posts 'stickied' in this section with good advise

[Onge]

Hello Andy,

Try Omega Motor Vehicles
www.omvltd.co.uk

They are based in Coulsdon, Surrey.

Rac Approved, they know their stuff.

Good luck

[I Want GTI]

u dont mention the two types of GTI... 8v or the 16v..

there are some posts 'stickied' in this section with good advise

It'd be a 16v. I'm not a VW buff. I have one now & like the drive, so wish to stay with them.

Again any info, greatly appreciated.
Andy