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by marc
Wed May 10, 2006 9:07 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: another GTI sold
Replies: 1
Views: 673

another GTI sold

Thats it folks I also decided to sell the old girl. Ive brought myself a honda Civic. I drove my friends and loved it. Gotta say though the build quality of the body is not as good as the polo however, the engine and the gear box are very slick and smooth to operate. I would like thank all the peopl...
by marc
Tue Mar 14, 2006 9:46 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: VW Polo GTI reliability?
Replies: 16
Views: 2896

had my gti for three years these are my problems ive had with the car 1) all alloy wheels replaced due to corrosion 2) water pump replaced car was over heating 3) cooling fan replaced link with car over heating 4) pedal box replaced safety recall on all gti's 5) drivers electric window switch replac...
by marc
Sun Dec 11, 2005 10:02 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: wheel centres
Replies: 7
Views: 1021

does anyone know the part number for the black and silver bbs center or where i could get it from.
by marc
Sun Dec 11, 2005 10:01 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Wheel spec?
Replies: 3
Views: 775

Hi bstardchild Is that infromation about the standard GTI alloy wheels exactly right. I was looking to get some new wheels from abroad and importing them in and they asked for my current wheel spec details. You said it was from memory is there anyway to check that for sure. Your help would really be...
by marc
Sun Dec 11, 2005 9:56 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Cleaning the red material on doors
Replies: 5
Views: 839

I had the use of a valeting machine. I put some washing powder and conditioner in the water, it brought the red out nice and bright, I also done the seats the same time. Interior looks immaculte now shame about my interior door handles though, the rubber coating is peeling off and it looks crap, wou...
by marc
Fri Dec 02, 2005 7:12 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: the bloody clutch
Replies: 8
Views: 1061

had my car three an half years and have always thought it had heavy clutch im with you on that one. driven loads of other cars since and none are as heavy as this.
by marc
Fri Dec 02, 2005 7:10 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Polo Kagarooing
Replies: 28
Views: 3043

I'm glad its not just me then. For ages I've found find it a tricky car to control in slow moving traffic. The main thing I find is that when i come off the gas in first or second gear the engine braking really kicks in hard rather than it slowly decreasing in speed. Because it does this you then fi...
by marc
Mon Nov 28, 2005 7:42 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: New Wheels on and lowered :o) (no 56k here plz)
Replies: 23
Views: 2628

Wow :shock: is all i can say, Those wheels look well tasty. How did you get your calipers so clean. Did you have to repaint them ?. Mine are starting to look a bit pink has anybody got any suggestions to jazz them up a bit.
by marc
Thu Aug 18, 2005 7:35 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: looking to buy a gti
Replies: 16
Views: 2321

Im looking in the region of 5800 but am willing to take some money off if you find some thing your not happy with. I know the mileage is slighty higher than some around but its the overall excellent condition and superb condition of the body work that makes this a real gem When I brought it I had th...
by marc
Wed Aug 17, 2005 8:00 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: looking to buy a gti
Replies: 16
Views: 2321

Im currently selling mine its Reflex silver completely original x plate 2000 55,000 on the clock in mint condition no scratches or dents with all the extra's like climate, 6cd, Xenons, red selt belts. Its got vw service history, the pedal box was changed at 30k the gear selection is perfect in mine ...
by marc
Tue Mar 15, 2005 10:54 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Spray the belt?
Replies: 15
Views: 3055

Hi morrisman I had exactly the same nigglying squeaking belt and my friend who's a mechanic also recommended I use some WD40 on it. At first I thought the same thing that it would cause it to slip more. However I took his advice and just squirted a bit on the belt and hey presto no more squeak on co...
by marc
Thu Feb 24, 2005 9:51 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Horrible noise
Replies: 26
Views: 3994

My car makes the exact same noise when i start her up. It does this every now and again but has no effect on her running. Like some one said must be one of those quirky gti things.
by marc
Fri Oct 22, 2004 6:12 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: removing the door cards
Replies: 2
Views: 813

removing the door cards

Does any one know how to remove the inner door card from the drivers side. the door handles are peeling so im gonna take of the rubber which looks to be covering a very shiny plastic like the lip on the dome which covers the speedohmeter. Do the door handle come off with the door card ?. Great help ...
by marc
Fri Jul 30, 2004 11:46 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: New member
Replies: 4
Views: 713

My problems to date are 1) water pump died 2) radiator fan died 3) pedal box and clutch replaced 4) Indicator stalk broken i.e wouldn't cancel after coming out of a bend. 5) Air bag slip ring faulty (twice) causing the steering wheel to make a horrible grinding sound when turning. Failed drivers ele...
by marc
Sun Jul 25, 2004 10:32 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo GTi - Years 1999-2001
Topic: FAO of JOSH
Replies: 2
Views: 601

FAO of JOSH

Hi josh, need some help if possible. You recently quoted a part number for some BBS centres which was 1H0 60171B. What shop did you buy these from and do you have their number. Also do you know if they sell the Black front grill VW badge at a volkswagen dealer, or was this sourced from some where el...