My Golf GTI Mk5 shed
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Well, it was slightly over budget for shed territory but for £1700 I think I got a bit of a bargain. This'll be my third one of these and although I'm certainly no VW lover, these are very good cars for the money. This one goes like stink compared to my other ones too which is another result.
110K miles, piles of receipts, 4 matching Goodyears and the cambelt service done.
It was absolutely filthy when I picked it up so I spent 4 hours cleaning the thing from top to bottom.
The only plans I have for this are to polish the headlights and to fit cruise control (stalk already purchased). Other than that it really doesn't need anything.
110K miles, piles of receipts, 4 matching Goodyears and the cambelt service done.
It was absolutely filthy when I picked it up so I spent 4 hours cleaning the thing from top to bottom.
The only plans I have for this are to polish the headlights and to fit cruise control (stalk already purchased). Other than that it really doesn't need anything.
aka_kerrly said:
Good buy, I've fancied a mk5 gti for a while as they seem like a decent all rounder with lots of potential if you like to modify things.
Spend a lot of time around VW's with this engine.Having owned one I found them pretty boring to be fair
Yes I put air ride etc on it but even as a stock car it felt very cold and I was actually very disappointed.
Can be great if you go down the track route. I've driven several "track ready" ones and they were very capable.
The engines can be reliable if looked after but some very annoying and expensive issues can still occur no matter how well you look after them
I think they are really showing their age now but for £1700 you can't go wrong, you'd get that back in parts if you broke it
Still have very comfortable standard seats though and I think the overall build quality still stands up.
xjay1337 said:
I think they are really showing their age now but for £1700 you can't go wrong, you'd get that back in parts if you broke it
Still have very comfortable standard seats though and I think the overall build quality still stands up.
Showing their age, to an extent perhaps if they've not been maintained but still far nicer than the majority of the competitors, plus there are still many many nutters paying considerable over £1700 for mk4 GTIs which are dog poo in comparison to a mk5.Still have very comfortable standard seats though and I think the overall build quality still stands up.
What's the deal with the MK5 GTI prices?
I've seen one at shed money (similar to what you paid), I might use as a commuting car to keep the miles off the more exotic stuff.
What are the main issues to look out for?
The one I've seen is in decent nick from the looks of it and is really well specced. 5 door too which is what I prefer for a workhorse.
I've seen one at shed money (similar to what you paid), I might use as a commuting car to keep the miles off the more exotic stuff.
What are the main issues to look out for?
The one I've seen is in decent nick from the looks of it and is really well specced. 5 door too which is what I prefer for a workhorse.
ensignia said:
What's the deal with the MK5 GTI prices?
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Is a very good question because if you have a quick browse on AutoTrader you will find 2005-2007 GTIs can vary from £2000-7000 and that is NOT including Edition 30 models. My personal opinion is that a lot of them are quite over priced..
Generally i'd say that the 5 door models seem better value than 3door and I know it's quite a sweeping statement but in my experience 5 doors are generally less messed about with so it's easier to find a standard one.
ensignia said:
What are the main issues to look out for?
The one I've seen is in decent nick from the looks of it and is really well specced. 5 door too which is what I prefer for a workhorse.
Specifically on the GTI: The one I've seen is in decent nick from the looks of it and is really well specced. 5 door too which is what I prefer for a workhorse.
PCV valve - identified by slow/sluggish performance - £33 and easy DIY
Diverter valve - identified by slow/sluggish performance - £30 and easy DIY
Sticking rear calipers - identified by hot wheel or at MOT - £85 a pair and £50-100 to fit
Cam follower - preventative measure every couple of years - £20 and easy DIY
The rear door mechanisms can fail too, meaning the door won't unlock. It's only £15 for a new pattern part and moderate/difficult DIY
There's a buyers' guide here too https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-buying-guide-c...
p4cks said:
ensignia said:
What are the main issues to look out for?
The one I've seen is in decent nick from the looks of it and is really well specced. 5 door too which is what I prefer for a workhorse.
Specifically on the GTI: The one I've seen is in decent nick from the looks of it and is really well specced. 5 door too which is what I prefer for a workhorse.
PCV valve - identified by slow/sluggish performance - £33 and easy DIY
Diverter valve - identified by slow/sluggish performance - £30 and easy DIY
Sticking rear calipers - identified by hot wheel or at MOT - £85 a pair and £50-100 to fit
Cam follower - preventative measure every couple of years - £20 and easy DIY
The rear door mechanisms can fail too, meaning the door won't unlock. It's only £15 for a new pattern part and moderate/difficult DIY
There's a buyers' guide here too https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-buying-guide-c...
The cam chain can rattle when they are warm as well. Mine did it and it sounded awful. There are kits available to buy and it’s a DIY job if you’re a competent with the spanners.
https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic...
Front wings can rust but bolt on replacements are available already painted. Sills can rust where they meet the front wings.
Clutch sticking...this was an issue mine had and was fixed with a £30 shim fitted to the gearbox. It’s an odd fault that points towards clutch slave cylinder problems but turns out not to be. I posted about it on MK5 GTI.com
https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic...
Edit to add a pic of my old beastie.
Edited by GTiWILL on Monday 20th April 09:07
Borrowing a mk5 derv thing at the mo and I’m very impressed with the drive and build compared to my old mk4. Still retains the horrible gear change though! But I am considering a mk5 gti as a permanent daily now! But can’t decide whether or not to get a dsg as they command more of a premium but Iv also never experienced it!
p4cks said:
Specifically on the GTI:
PCV valve - identified by slow/sluggish performance - £33 and easy DIY
Diverter valve - identified by slow/sluggish performance - £30 and easy DIY
Sticking rear calipers - identified by hot wheel or at MOT - £85 a pair and £50-100 to fit
Cam follower - preventative measure every couple of years - £20 and easy DIY
The rear door mechanisms can fail too, meaning the door won't unlock. It's only £15 for a new pattern part and moderate/difficult DIY
There's a buyers' guide here too https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-buying-guide-c...
Yes absolutely get the PCV and DV changed for the latest revision, and do the CAM follower as a matter of course.PCV valve - identified by slow/sluggish performance - £33 and easy DIY
Diverter valve - identified by slow/sluggish performance - £30 and easy DIY
Sticking rear calipers - identified by hot wheel or at MOT - £85 a pair and £50-100 to fit
Cam follower - preventative measure every couple of years - £20 and easy DIY
The rear door mechanisms can fail too, meaning the door won't unlock. It's only £15 for a new pattern part and moderate/difficult DIY
There's a buyers' guide here too https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-buying-guide-c...
They also had problems with aircon pumps failing but that would be par for the age of them now I guess rather than something unusual.
Xcore said:
Borrowing a mk5 derv thing at the mo and I’m very impressed with the drive and build compared to my old mk4. Still retains the horrible gear change though! But I am considering a mk5 gti as a permanent daily now! But can’t decide whether or not to get a dsg as they command more of a premium but Iv also never experienced it!
DSG is a brilliant ‘box so long as it has been maintained with oil and filter changes every 40k miles. Others will be among to discuss their longevity in terms of higher mileage, older vehicles I’m sure.
I loved my Mk5 DSG. Great car.
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