Buying a mk6 Dsg

[Johnboy2110]

Hi guys. I'm looking at a mk6 gti dsg, what are the main things i should be looking out for when buying one, i've read that the mk6's arnt so reliable And a few have had major engine problems, can anyone shed some light please. Thanks john.

[K9]

depending on the miles ( KM) and check that the dsg oil and filter is changed regulary

[Johnboy2110]

depending on the miles ( KM) and check that the dsg oil and filter is changed regulary

Its on 50k miles, dsg serviced at 40k. 4 owners thats putting me off slightly though :/

[K9]

depending on the miles ( KM) and check that the dsg oil and filter is changed regulary

Its on 50k miles, dsg serviced at 40k. 4 owners thats putting me off slightly though :/

you can always phone the old owners and ask about the cars service and problems if any

[Tfsi_Mike]

@Neilgti has a belter in the for sale section :haply2:

[Johnboy2110]

depending on the miles ( KM) and check that the dsg oil and filter is changed regulary

Its on 50k miles, dsg serviced at 40k. 4 owners thats putting me off slightly though :/

you can always phone the old owners and ask about the cars service and problems if any

How can i get intouch with them? The guy bought it off vw 18 mobths ago with 40k on the clock. Seems like a decent guy, but i'm sure i read that mk6's had a engine problem and a few needed replacing :/

[Johnboy2110]

@Neilgti has a belter in the for sale section :haply2:

Yes i've seen it. I'd like a standard one ideally, but thanks for that.

[dan930]

Hi guys. I'm looking at a mk6 gti dsg, what are the main things i should be looking out for when buying one, i've read that the mk6's arnt so reliable And a few have had major engine problems, can anyone shed some light please. Thanks john.

Where did you here that they ain't that reliable?
I've only heard of stories about the chain tensioners being a bit sh:t mate

[Johnboy2110]

Hi guys. I'm looking at a mk6 gti dsg, what are the main things i should be looking out for when buying one, i've read that the mk6's arnt so reliable And a few have had major engine problems, can anyone shed some light please. Thanks john.

Where did you here that they ain't that reliable?
I've only heard of stories about the chain tensioners being a bit sh:t mate

I think thats what i've heard mate. I saw a list of people having to have new engines i'll find the link.
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=262793.0

[numec]

Hi guys. I'm looking at a mk6 gti dsg, what are the main things i should be looking out for when buying one, i've read that the mk6's arnt so reliable And a few have had major engine problems, can anyone shed some light please. Thanks john.

Where did you here that they ain't that reliable?
I've only heard of stories about the chain tensioners being a bit sh:t mate

I think thats what i've heard mate. I saw a list of people having to have new engines i'll find the link.
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=262793.0

Initially was thinking to buy the mk6 gti dsg after my 1st mk5 gti dsg..after reading those in the end decided to buy mk5 gti dsg instead..

[Matthewsimone]

Mk6 seems a bit of a dead area to me personally!
Either save a packet and go for a late mk5 (essentially same as mk6 anyway) or go all out and go mk7 which is a completely new car/platform

Not much help but there you go

Personally think the mk5 is a bettef looking car than the mk6 too 

[Johnboy2110]

Mk6 seems a bit of a dead area to me personally!
Either save a packet and go for a late mk5 (essentially same as mk6 anyway) or go all out and go mk7 which is a completely new car/platform

Not much help but there you go

Personally think the mk5 is a bettef looking car than the mk6 too 

Haha thanks dude. To be honest i really want a mk5 dsg, but cant find one i want. I'm just getting impatiant and starting to look at other cars lol :/

[Matthewsimone]

Knowexactly how you feeling mate, im an impatient bugger myself and starts getting frustrating when cant find the right motor doesn't it 

Just hold out for the right mk5 to pop up if i was you 

[J400uk]

The Mk6 GTI is steadily starting to come down in value, seen quite a few for under £10k recently.

Early cars do suffer from problems with the timing chain which can mean expensive repairs if it fails. To mitigate this you're best of either buying a car that's had the problem and been repaired, or investing in a good warranty.

DSG 'boxes as above just need their 40k oil changes but other than that seem strong.