GTi buyers tips

M6TT F · Post by **M6TT F** » Thu Dec 15, 2005 4:05 pm

As the title says... anything to look for or be aware of when looking at a potential purchase.

your thoughts appreciated!

ModifiedMadness · Post by **ModifiedMadness** » Thu Dec 15, 2005 4:16 pm

Make sure the pedal box re-call has been done, that's the main thing I can think of, other than that just check cosmetics, engine sounds ok, electrics (mirrors, windows, sunroof if it has one).

M6TT F · Post by **M6TT F** » Thu Dec 15, 2005 4:22 pm

will the pedal box recall be down as a dealer stamp in the service book then?

Reeyad · Post by **Reeyad** » Thu Dec 15, 2005 4:25 pm

M6TT F wrote:will the pedal box recall be down as a dealer stamp in the service book then?

Mine wasent stamped I enquired and they showed me it was done on a database.............

vr6south · Post by **vr6south** » Thu Dec 15, 2005 5:13 pm

Check the clutch for smoothness and ease of operation. Most GTI's seem to suffer

Also cambelt tensioners can fail so have a good listen for rattles. and check service history for cam belt replacement