Going too view a MK4 Golf GTI need some pointers!!
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Hi all,
After some pointers, I am going too have a look at a mk4 Golf GTI 1.8 T model, If my research is correct there are two variations on the engine ? one with 150 bhp and 180 bhp the latter being found in the later 6 speed models? Are they the same engine the 20 valve one but with a different map ? I am led too belive they both re map too around 200 bhp ?
I am looking at a 2001 model at a dealer its got around 90,000 miles 1 owner full service history is there anything too worry about at this mileage ? I take it i should be buying on History and Condtion at this age of car? It looks pretty straight, its up for £3900 which seems like an awful lot of car for the money taking in to consideration the spec on it? Or should I be looking at some slightly more expensive ones with less mileage?
Any thing else I should be checking out on them other than the basics of all car viewing?
Thanks for your help this will be my first dive in too the VAG group so am slight nervous I could be ending up with a shed !!
After some pointers, I am going too have a look at a mk4 Golf GTI 1.8 T model, If my research is correct there are two variations on the engine ? one with 150 bhp and 180 bhp the latter being found in the later 6 speed models? Are they the same engine the 20 valve one but with a different map ? I am led too belive they both re map too around 200 bhp ?
I am looking at a 2001 model at a dealer its got around 90,000 miles 1 owner full service history is there anything too worry about at this mileage ? I take it i should be buying on History and Condtion at this age of car? It looks pretty straight, its up for £3900 which seems like an awful lot of car for the money taking in to consideration the spec on it? Or should I be looking at some slightly more expensive ones with less mileage?
Any thing else I should be checking out on them other than the basics of all car viewing?
Thanks for your help this will be my first dive in too the VAG group so am slight nervous I could be ending up with a shed !!
2001 will be an AUM with the K03S turbo and 5 speed, which remaps to around 200-210bhp depending on which company you believe. 6 speed and 180bhp was brought in during 2002 when the Anniversary was launched, with all subsequent 1.8T's being 180bhp, I think.
At that age and mileage you'll want to see evidence of the rear beam bushes being replaced, if they havent been done the car will bang and crash on the test drive. I paid £180 from an indy to replace them.
Also check all the hoses in the engine bay for splits and signs of perishing, they do go. I've now replaced most of the boost / vacuum hoses in my 2001 car.
Also the sensor in the coolant header tank is prone to failing, it reveals this by telling you to 'STOP CHECK ENGINE COOLANT' on the in dash display, the sensor is integral to the tank, but its only £11 from VW.
Check for cambelt and water pump change at 60k too.
What spec is it? Leather, climate, winter pack?
I bought my 2001 3dr 1.8T with leather heated Recaro's, 16" BBS Montreal wheels, climatronic, 82k on the clock, FVW/A SH for £2800 last year, so £3900 seems expensive to me.
At that age and mileage you'll want to see evidence of the rear beam bushes being replaced, if they havent been done the car will bang and crash on the test drive. I paid £180 from an indy to replace them.
Also check all the hoses in the engine bay for splits and signs of perishing, they do go. I've now replaced most of the boost / vacuum hoses in my 2001 car.
Also the sensor in the coolant header tank is prone to failing, it reveals this by telling you to 'STOP CHECK ENGINE COOLANT' on the in dash display, the sensor is integral to the tank, but its only £11 from VW.
Check for cambelt and water pump change at 60k too.
What spec is it? Leather, climate, winter pack?
I bought my 2001 3dr 1.8T with leather heated Recaro's, 16" BBS Montreal wheels, climatronic, 82k on the clock, FVW/A SH for £2800 last year, so £3900 seems expensive to me.
Second that on the rear axle beam bushes... they will most likely be shot to pieces by 90k if not replaced. The suspension bushes on a MK4 will all be fairly worn by this mileage.... anti roll bar bushes, front wishbone bushes possibly... Although aside from the rear axle it's not too bad to change them...
Check last cambelt change and that correct oil was used through out its service life.. .
Check last cambelt change and that correct oil was used through out its service life.. .
Third vote on the bushes and cam
belt, had both replaced recently on my mk4.
I spent quite a while finding mine, and getting hold of one at that age in good condition with a full service history is harder than you'd think so worth paying that little bit extra, but I'd still say it's a little over priced.
belt, had both replaced recently on my mk4.
I spent quite a while finding mine, and getting hold of one at that age in good condition with a full service history is harder than you'd think so worth paying that little bit extra, but I'd still say it's a little over priced.
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