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ramecroft1
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30th May 09 at 17:50   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
I know its not a Corsa but i like this forum and ive seen a few people on here own one!

Im going to look at one tommorow and i was wondering what peoples opinions are on these and what to look for when buying?

Its a GTI n/a like the one below



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Really nice cars, nice to drive, well built. Not too sure on things to look out for as I've never owned one, drove numerous ones though and allways liked them. Best shape apart from the MK2 IMO.
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Is it a 2.0 8v or 1.8 20V??
ramecroft1
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I think they're good looking cars! Which ones have you driven- GTI, VR6, Diesels?

Is this mk 4 or 5?
ramecroft1
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1.8 20v n/a
DannyB
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That's MK4, I've driven all of them practically. The TDI's are good cars.
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Isn't there someone on here that owns one with black wheels?
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A few people on here own Mk4's, John-d, fast-as-u-can, fro-dizzle are three that I can think of.

[Edited on 30-05-2009 by DannyB]
Liam B
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R32 of that model looks
ramecroft1
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Can't afford an R32
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I drove an MK4 R32 a good few years back now, loved it, the sound was immense.
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Whats the difference between GTI/R32? Engine and drivetrain?
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Quite a lot I'm no expert on them mind, I'm sure someone on here could tell you though.
ramecroft1
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Does anybody know of a good forum for Golfs?
SportBoy
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http://www.clubgti.com/

http://www.edition38.com/forums/
ramecroft1
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Cheers!
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http://uk-mkivs.net/fourms/
LukeD
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http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php
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Look for worn suspension bushes, and if its a petrol one, be ready to be changing coil packs.

Check the service history, all the stamps and basically anything you would look for on any other car
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How do i test for those and whats involved in changing the coil packs?
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Just a good look at the arms under the car, and when on a test drive listen for any strange knocks or rattles.

The coilpacks are pretty esay to change, If it starts up and sounds like its on 3 cylinders it will be one of these. Theres 4 of them at £30 a pop. The hardest part is getting the engine light turned off, but can be done with anyone who has a diagnostics machine or vag com.
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30th May 09 at 21:46   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by LukeD
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php


X2 ... imo brilliant cars
Jake
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get a hpi check on it, use the RAC website they are a tenner. you have to think about when you come to sell it, the 20v na isnt that sought after and when you want to sell it on, you might not get someone as keen as yourself who wants to buy it.
antnee
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Look for rust on the tailgate by the handle, windows not working, scratched up interior door handles.

Edit; Have you thought about getting a diesel one? A 130hp GT TDI would be a much better drive than the NA 20v

[Edited on 30-05-2009 by antnee]
ramecroft1
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I have thought about the Diesel one but i think im the most southernly member on here and good cars are harder to come by! I normally dont mind travelling for a good buy but ive got a son now so it isnt as easy and i just dont have the time! Il look into insurance for other models.

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