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Offline Ganan53

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Looking for a MK5 GTI
« on: June 06, 2017, 02:14:49 pm »
Hi all,

I'm considering selling my Scirocco - to go back and buy a MK5 GTi.  I was besotted with the car when it first came out, and with the value of my scirocco falling I feel now is the right time to make a move.

My price is around £4500 - so generally a car with some miles.  Things I'm looking for are a good history, cruise control and possible head unit/heated seats.  I'm not too fussed.  I'll be commuting quite a bit in it, so history and a well maintained car is mainly what I'm looking for.

I saw a nice red 3 door in the for sale section.  If anyone has any updates let me know.  Not too fussed about getting it quickly, I currently have a bicycle to commute on!

Thanks,

Ganan

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #1 on: June 08, 2017, 01:41:49 pm »
I one for sale soon . 3 door , lazer blue . High miles but fsh and under your budget.

Has heated recaro wingbacks and cruise control.

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #2 on: June 10, 2017, 04:01:37 pm »
@Chargercharger I'd be interested in yours can you send over details? Thx

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #3 on: June 10, 2017, 04:21:36 pm »
Just curious why people ask this on forums?

There are plenty on autotrader and the like  :laugh:
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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #4 on: June 10, 2017, 06:27:02 pm »
I may be selling my candy white with FVWSH and full ED30 kit with xenons,sunroof and all the bits done (PCV,DV+ camfollower) also had DSG service done at VW.

Let me know if any good

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #5 on: June 11, 2017, 10:27:20 pm »
Just curious why people ask this on forums?

There are plenty on autotrader and the like  :laugh:

I'm after a specific spec of car, and I value enthusiast owned cars which have hopefully been maintained better.


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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #6 on: June 11, 2017, 10:37:48 pm »
Just curious why people ask this on forums?

There are plenty on autotrader and the like 
Generally the cars have been better maintained, the owners are obviously knowledgeable (to an extent) as they've gone as far as being a member on here and contributing.

As a bonus, a lot of members will have a build thread to mooch through. I'd choose an owners club car as appose to an autotrader special any day of the week.

Good luck in your search OP.

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #7 on: June 12, 2017, 12:30:14 pm »
What type of Scirocco do you have please pal?

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #8 on: June 12, 2017, 02:50:47 pm »
Just curious why people ask this on forums?

There are plenty on autotrader and the like 
After my experience I would join a forum and ask before buying off Autotrader or the likes as your more likely to find a car with a proper background if bought of an enthusiast and forums and clubs are a safer bet. In my opinion.

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #9 on: June 13, 2017, 07:50:30 pm »
What type of Scirocco do you have please pal?
2.0tsi GT DSG, I'm enjoying it so far!

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #10 on: June 14, 2017, 09:15:56 am »
What type of Scirocco do you have please pal?
2.0tsi GT DSG, I'm enjoying it so far!

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Is that the same engine as the GTI?

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #11 on: June 14, 2017, 11:50:47 am »
What type of Scirocco do you have please pal?
2.0tsi GT DSG, I'm enjoying it so far!

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Is that the same engine as the GTI?
Yeah underneath it shares the majority of its parts with the MK5

It's pretty much a MK5 in a frock!

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #12 on: June 14, 2017, 12:57:12 pm »
What type of Scirocco do you have please pal?
2.0tsi GT DSG, I'm enjoying it so far!

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Is that the same engine as the GTI?
Yeah underneath it shares the majority of its parts with the MK5

It's pretty much a MK5 in a frock!

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I do like a frock!  :laugh:

Whats making you change?

Does your car have the older or newer dash/interior, any pictures?

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #13 on: June 14, 2017, 02:34:58 pm »


What type of Scirocco do you have please pal?
2.0tsi GT DSG, I'm enjoying it so far!

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Is that the same engine as the GTI?
Yeah underneath it shares the majority of its parts with the MK5

It's pretty much a MK5 in a frock!

Sent from my Lenovo P2a42 using Tapatalk

I do like a frock! 

Whats making you change?

Does your car have the older or newer dash/interior, any pictures?

Nah I'm keeping this, I joined up on here as it's more active than the Scirocco owners club! Older dash, no appropriate pics ATM as she's filthy haha

It's an 09 so the older dash

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Re: Looking for a MK5 GTI
« Reply #14 on: June 16, 2017, 12:12:36 pm »


What type of Scirocco do you have please pal?
2.0tsi GT DSG, I'm enjoying it so far!

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Is that the same engine as the GTI?
Yeah underneath it shares the majority of its parts with the MK5

It's pretty much a MK5 in a frock!

Sent from my Lenovo P2a42 using Tapatalk

I do like a frock! 

Whats making you change?

Does your car have the older or newer dash/interior, any pictures?

Nah I'm keeping this, I joined up on here as it's more active than the Scirocco owners club! Older dash, no appropriate pics ATM as she's filthy haha

It's an 09 so the older dash

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Ah ok, I was wondering what was prompting the change.

Shoot me a mail when you get a second.  :happy2:
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