RE: Volkswagen Scirocco: PH Buying Guide
Discussion
Simonium said:
It is the perfect width for my euphonium case, mute, and music. It also did fairly well lugging 12 bags of slate chippings back from a garden centre. It's not the most practical but I'm not sure I'd describe it as SHOCKING (other hysterical font modifications available).
Agreed.Whilst it's no V90, it's really not that bad.
w824gb3 said:
Are the 0-60 times right for the 2.0tsi?
The MK7 GTI Golf is 6.5 ish with 220 bhp. How can this be faster with less power? They must be similar weights.
The official figure, is 6.9 seconds. However, i believe EVO tested it on their review of the Scirocco and the figure they obtained was 6.2.The MK7 GTI Golf is 6.5 ish with 220 bhp. How can this be faster with less power? They must be similar weights.
coldel said:
It wasnt mentioned but boot access on the Scirocco is SHOCKING. The aperture is narrow and the lights cut in at the sides. It can take stuff, but you have to work at it to get bulky stuff in through the gap.
It's definitely a smaller boot and a little bit more awkward to access than a Golf but it's definitely not shocking. In fact, for a coupe, it must be one of the best out there, surely? I certainly had no issues with it, whatsoever.culpz said:
It's definitely a smaller boot and a little bit more awkward to access than a Golf but it's definitely not shocking. In fact, for a coupe, it must be one of the best out there, surely? I certainly had no issues with it, whatsoever.
Its definitely SHOCKING [Impact font, size 182, flashing effect followed by emoji of shocked face with eyes popping out of head] ;-)
I have had my Scirocco 1.4 tsi 160 twin charged for 2 years and after 20k miles it is now on 67k. I admit it does use a bit of oil (500ml per 2k miles) and I have had to replace the spark plugs due to it going in to limp mode, but touch wood it has been reliable and is pretty nippy. I have no issues with the boot size and access but I can see why people would have an issue with the deep boot. The R is appealing but unfortunately the next car is a 5 door.
knockturnal said:
The 2.0-litre model offers 0-62mph in 6.2 seconds, while the R requires just 5.8.
I dont know which seems stranger
Not sure why? I dont know which seems stranger
The normal one has a slightly coy power output & can, generally speaking put all or most of the power down. The R might also be a bit shy when it comes to official Vs actual power, but suffers like all fwd powerful cars do. The Leon 300 & latest Civic R (with more) don't do any meaningful amount better.
Of course, rolling acceleration will be more impressive.
Hello im new to this site and im looking for a range of advise about a scirocco im about to look at on the weekend! Its the 2.0 tsi gt dsg and its on a 58 plate. Its covered 114k with a fsh and cambelt/water pump has recently been changed. It is said to have been highly maintained and apparently drives like new, the asking price is £4950 but im hoping to get it for less than that. And im just wondering if anyone can give me any tips on what to look for in the history ect. Things that will need changing and what do people think about a scirocco at 114k? If its been well looked after would it be such an issue? And any other tips advice ud like to chuck in id be happy to hear! Look forward to getting some replys, thanks guys!
Sam1891 said:
Hello im new to this site and im looking for a range of advise about a scirocco im about to look at on the weekend! Its the 2.0 tsi gt dsg and its on a 58 plate. Its covered 114k with a fsh and cambelt/water pump has recently been changed. It is said to have been highly maintained and apparently drives like new, the asking price is £4950 but im hoping to get it for less than that. And im just wondering if anyone can give me any tips on what to look for in the history ect. Things that will need changing and what do people think about a scirocco at 114k? If its been well looked after would it be such an issue? And any other tips advice ud like to chuck in id be happy to hear! Look forward to getting some replys, thanks guys!
It has a chain not cambelt - only the R has a belt I believe. I px’d my 09 plate at 114k! It’s on eBay now for more than I paid in 2018 @ 103k... (£5650)Full VW history and in my two years it only needed new radiator, new aircon pipe, number plate bulb and normal servicing. I had the dsg oil changed when I got it just to be safe as it’s not expensive even at VW. Never had a single problem with the dsg box. Mine didn’t feel the mileage - still tight and quick, just a few rattle last form the interior but nothing I wouldn’t expect at that age. Mine had a very slightly buckled front wheel...
Thanks for your help mate.. If you dont mind me asking what was the cost of the things you had to renew.. How often should the oil be changed? and how do you know if the wheel is buckled? Im getting anxious about the salesman blagging me haha i dont know much about cars as its my first purchase! I will check things over best i can thats why im try a get as much advise as i can before hand!
Sam1891 said:
Thanks for your help mate.. If you dont mind me asking what was the cost of the things you had to renew.. How often should the oil be changed? and how do you know if the wheel is buckled? Im getting anxious about the salesman blagging me haha i dont know much about cars as its my first purchase! I will check things over best i can thats why im try a get as much advise as i can before hand!
Very difficult to know about buckled wheels unless you can feel vibrations on the test drive. I have a R which either came with or acquired a cracked wheel shortly after purchase (stupid that they come on 19s but nevermind). Oil service intervals can likely be found online. There's also a Facebook group "VW Scirocco Mk 3 owners club" which is very active. I don't know much about the one you're looking at I'm afraid.AyBee said:
Very difficult to know about buckled wheels unless you can feel vibrations on the test drive. I have a R which either came with or acquired a cracked wheel shortly after purchase (stupid that they come on 19s but nevermind). Oil service intervals can likely be found online. There's also a Facebook group "VW Scirocco Mk 3 owners club" which is very active. I don't know much about the one you're looking at I'm afraid.
That owners page is full of idiots going "what colour badges should i put on" and "what does this TPMS light mean", or full of idiots who put huge spoilers on 1.4 TSIs and sit in car parks banging them off the limiter.Maybe 1 in 100 members on there actually know anything about their cars. It used to be alright 5 or 6 years ago but I guess as the cars got more affordable they went into the hands of idiots.
I once went to a meet and the biggest bunch of autists you've ever seen.
If on Longlife service regime, oil change is upto a maximum of 18,600 miles (30,000km) or 2 years, whichever occurs first. The actual mileage varies based on driving style.
If on time and distance service regime, oil change is every 9,300 (15,000km) or 12 months, whichever occurs first.
Personally, I favour the time and distance regime.
If on time and distance service regime, oil change is every 9,300 (15,000km) or 12 months, whichever occurs first.
Personally, I favour the time and distance regime.
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