MK5 GTI's, any good ?
Discussion
Think if I was buying today I'd go for something like this instead - http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2017...
If I remember right it's Mk5 GTI engine so you wouldn't have the potential for timing chain issues like in the Mk6 GTI
Edit: It's the Mk6 engine with a mild (10bhp) detune
Edit: It's the Mk6 engine with a mild (10bhp) detune
Edited by va1o on Saturday 22 July 13:18
davepen said:
The (run out) 2008 model had all those as standard, and leather. My only specified extra option was the central arm rest & iPod connection.
So 83K from new, now doing more mile on the commute.
The issue is what to replace it with?
The Mk7.0 was similar, added Nav, but cheapened in some areas and a soundakator!
So run it for another winter and then look for something different.
The mk7 is a cut above in every way - interior quality, spec, looks, drive, etc.So 83K from new, now doing more mile on the commute.
The issue is what to replace it with?
The Mk7.0 was similar, added Nav, but cheapened in some areas and a soundakator!
So run it for another winter and then look for something different.
This looks nice too, facelift A3 8P with the DSG 'box for the same money as the Scirocco I posted - http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2017...
Somehow the Mk5 GTI felt like it was built to be a GTI from day 1. All the hot Golfs since feel too much like ordinary Golfs just with added power and sporty trim.
xjay1337 said:
The mk7 is a cut above in every way - interior quality, spec, looks, drive, etc.
I actually liked my Mk5 GTI more than my Mk7 GTD. Yes it's a massive step up from a technical perspective, but as a car I found it a little boring and clinical. It just lacked a bit of sparkle.Somehow the Mk5 GTI felt like it was built to be a GTI from day 1. All the hot Golfs since feel too much like ordinary Golfs just with added power and sporty trim.
I traded in my 06 GTi a little while back, owned for 7 years and had just under 163k miles when it went. Bought a Polo for my wife and daughter as a run about, which is fine. The Golf has a few issues; rusty arches which the dealer sorted under warranty, a new break caliper and, rear springs and a weld on the back box...other than that was just routine servicing. I loved it so much that I've just bought a Mk5 ED30, low miles, dsg, and Ipod prep. A converter and a cable means I have my iphone 6 charging and spotify through the stereo. I love the mk5!
JM said:
aka_kerrly said:
Link not working. 1st few results
https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=golf+gti+brochur...
aka_kerrly said:
JM said:
aka_kerrly said:
Link not working. 1st few results
https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=golf+gti+brochur...
I don't suppose there's anywhere to download the owners handbook?
Mine is missing and a dealer wants £50 for one.
JM said:
That's better.
I don't suppose there's anywhere to download the owners handbook?
Mine is missing and a dealer wants £50 for one.
Doesn't answer your question but there's loads for sale on eBay at around half that price.I don't suppose there's anywhere to download the owners handbook?
Mine is missing and a dealer wants £50 for one.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_t...
The Golf GTI Mk5 is a cracking car. We have a 2008 (58) 5 door manual in grey (similar to the one below) with full black leather.
I'd have happily had the tartan interior.
We also have a Mk4 GTI 1.8T (shed) which has a better build quality, but is down on power (150bhp) and handling in standard format is poor.
I'd have happily had the tartan interior.
We also have a Mk4 GTI 1.8T (shed) which has a better build quality, but is down on power (150bhp) and handling in standard format is poor.
JM said:
aka_kerrly said:
JM said:
aka_kerrly said:
Link not working. 1st few results
https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=golf+gti+brochur...
I don't suppose there's anywhere to download the owners handbook?
Mine is missing and a dealer wants £50 for one.
Just got rid of my Mk4 GTI 1.8T shed for a 08 Mk5 GTI. Ticks all my boxes for a daily, TBH I'm quite taken by it & have been enjoying driving it on my commute for the past week. Might be new car syndrome; but I don't understand the negativity that you tend to read in General Gassing about them.
Gogoplata said:
Just got rid of my Mk4 GTI 1.8T shed for a 08 Mk5 GTI. Ticks all my boxes for a daily, TBH I'm quite taken by it & have been enjoying driving it on my commute for the past week. Might be new car syndrome; but I don't understand the negativity that you tend to read in General Gassing about them.
GG is full of miserable, cynical old farts who love to hate anything popular. Apple phones, beards, skinny jeans, VAG products, you name it.......they hate it by default. And they dish out the usual RWD nonsense as a 'real' car (MX5, yawn).......because FWD is wrong wheel drive and 4WD is cheating. These apes live in the dark ages, ignore them. Also ignore the internet prophets of doom on the common problems.SuperchargedVR6 said:
GG is full of miserable, cynical old farts who love to hate anything popular. Apple phones, beards, skinny jeans, VAG products, you name it.......they hate it by default. And they dish out the usual RWD nonsense as a 'real' car (MX5, yawn).......because FWD is wrong wheel drive and 4WD is cheating. These apes live in the dark ages, ignore them. Also ignore the internet prophets of doom on the common problems.
Spot on I recently bought a bottom of the market part ex 3dr GTI MK5, 55 plate manual on 105k miles cost a little under £3k. It appears the previous owner got fed up of trying to solve an apparently untraceable lack of boost.
He had changed:-
Turbo
Cat
Diverter Valve
CV joints
Cam and Oil pump
First thing I noticed was the thermostat was broken, so i replaced that. While I was at it, I also did the following
Cam follower (nearly worn through!!)
Coil Packs
Plugs
Air filter
Oil
Oil filter
Cabin filter
Got it all back together and it still wasn't right. Inconsistent boost, weird running on when coming off the throttle, occasional lumpy idle. no codes though.
A bit of research suggested I change the cam sensor. On removal it appears the metal from the follower was being attracted to the sensor.
Swapped the sensor and the car is back to rude health. (i'm impressed with how quick it is)
It still has issues
Inconsistent air con - pressure switch
Passenger door doesn't lock - replacement unit bought, PITA to fit.
Second key doesn't unlock the door, but will start the car, so new board ordered.
Headlights are cloudy, but someone has had a go with a brillo pad so needs new lights
So far I have spent about £350....thank you Euro car parts discount.
Shame the mileage is so high really as it's a totally original car.....oh well.
He had changed:-
Turbo
Cat
Diverter Valve
CV joints
Cam and Oil pump
First thing I noticed was the thermostat was broken, so i replaced that. While I was at it, I also did the following
Cam follower (nearly worn through!!)
Coil Packs
Plugs
Air filter
Oil
Oil filter
Cabin filter
Got it all back together and it still wasn't right. Inconsistent boost, weird running on when coming off the throttle, occasional lumpy idle. no codes though.
A bit of research suggested I change the cam sensor. On removal it appears the metal from the follower was being attracted to the sensor.
Swapped the sensor and the car is back to rude health. (i'm impressed with how quick it is)
It still has issues
Inconsistent air con - pressure switch
Passenger door doesn't lock - replacement unit bought, PITA to fit.
Second key doesn't unlock the door, but will start the car, so new board ordered.
Headlights are cloudy, but someone has had a go with a brillo pad so needs new lights
So far I have spent about £350....thank you Euro car parts discount.
Shame the mileage is so high really as it's a totally original car.....oh well.
Bertrum said:
I recently bought a bottom of the market part ex 3dr GTI MK5, 55 plate manual on 105k miles cost a little under £3k. It appears the previous owner got fed up of trying to solve an apparently untraceable lack of boost.
He had changed:-
Turbo
Cat
Diverter Valve
CV joints
Cam and Oil pump
First thing I noticed was the thermostat was broken, so i replaced that. While I was at it, I also did the following
Cam follower (nearly worn through!!)
Coil Packs
Plugs
Air filter
Oil
Oil filter
Cabin filter
Got it all back together and it still wasn't right. Inconsistent boost, weird running on when coming off the throttle, occasional lumpy idle. no codes though.
A bit of research suggested I change the cam sensor. On removal it appears the metal from the follower was being attracted to the sensor.
Swapped the sensor and the car is back to rude health. (i'm impressed with how quick it is)
It still has issues
Inconsistent air con - pressure switch
Passenger door doesn't lock - replacement unit bought, PITA to fit.
Second key doesn't unlock the door, but will start the car, so new board ordered.
Headlights are cloudy, but someone has had a go with a brillo pad so needs new lights
So far I have spent about £350....thank you Euro car parts discount.
Shame the mileage is so high really as it's a totally original car.....oh well.
Interesting. Sounds like mine with the running on when coming off the throttle and occasional rough idle. I might have a look at the cam sensor then as it's easy to get to. Normally get a P0340 fault code with that though.He had changed:-
Turbo
Cat
Diverter Valve
CV joints
Cam and Oil pump
First thing I noticed was the thermostat was broken, so i replaced that. While I was at it, I also did the following
Cam follower (nearly worn through!!)
Coil Packs
Plugs
Air filter
Oil
Oil filter
Cabin filter
Got it all back together and it still wasn't right. Inconsistent boost, weird running on when coming off the throttle, occasional lumpy idle. no codes though.
A bit of research suggested I change the cam sensor. On removal it appears the metal from the follower was being attracted to the sensor.
Swapped the sensor and the car is back to rude health. (i'm impressed with how quick it is)
It still has issues
Inconsistent air con - pressure switch
Passenger door doesn't lock - replacement unit bought, PITA to fit.
Second key doesn't unlock the door, but will start the car, so new board ordered.
Headlights are cloudy, but someone has had a go with a brillo pad so needs new lights
So far I have spent about £350....thank you Euro car parts discount.
Shame the mileage is so high really as it's a totally original car.....oh well.
Bertrum said:
Headlights are cloudy, but someone has had a go with a brillo pad so needs new lights
No need to spend out on new ones. It's a relatively quick and easy fix. All you need is a few sheets of fine wet and dry 600 > 800 > 1200. Then you can either polish out the haze or just clear right over them with a rattle can. Gets them looking as good as new for about £10 and 30 minutes.Gassing Station | Audi, Seat, Skoda & VW | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff