Golf GTi MK V

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Zato

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324 posts

180 months

Tuesday 26th August 2014
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Hi all,

I have been offered a 2005 3 door red GTi MK V, DSG, 93k, FSH. Car has a few scratches and parking dings and kerbed alloys from London life but it is offered at £3,800.

Does this sound a good deal, as I have never had any interest in Golf's until my work buddy has offered it before part ex.

Thanks

Edited by Zato on Tuesday 26th August 12:00

Shortyy

12 posts

136 months

Tuesday 26th August 2014
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Sounds like a half decent deal mate, if you don't have it give me a shout!

ManOpener

12,467 posts

168 months

Tuesday 26th August 2014
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That's a very good price. When I was looking about a year ago, it was circa £5k for an utter dog and AFAIK prices haven't changed that much.
If it all checks out then do it!

va1o

16,029 posts

206 months

Wednesday 27th August 2014
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That is silly cheap, go for it! With a little tidying up you'd easily be able to move that on again for £4500 - £5000 privately. Mk5 GTI values have been very static for quite a long time as people tend to hold onto them for a while and aren't prepared to sell them for nothing, similar to E46 M3s.

Wilmslowboy

4,189 posts

205 months

Wednesday 27th August 2014
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That sounds like a good deal - saying that I have spent the best part of £1400 a year maintaining mine (30k miles a year) or so for the past 4 years or so.

Always some bearing, valve, bush, compressor, brake component, Tyre or service to do.


Should have had at least one cam belt/water pump change, also should have had the DSG oil done at 40k and 80k.
Check the air con works, tyres are in good condition and DSG not too jerky.


Dr G

15,159 posts

241 months

Wednesday 27th August 2014
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Could be a good deal but at that mileage it could also need 2k to get it ship shape.

Zato

Original Poster:

324 posts

180 months

Wednesday 27th August 2014
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Cheers chaps. Will see it at the weekend for a drive. I know it has had all the belts DSG oil etc etc done as he spent his life moaning about VW bills !!

Dr G

15,159 posts

241 months

Thursday 28th August 2014
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If all it needs is light cosmetic work that's a deal.