Questions RE: Mk2 Audi TT
Discussion
Morning All,
Wondering if anybody could shed some light on what is looking very likely to be my next car purchase.
I am looking at mk2 TT's with the 3.2 V6 and DSG box, around the 2007-2008 range and approx 40k miles max.
My concerns are with the gearbox, i have heard and read about horror stories with the VAG DSG and wondering what i could be letting myself in for (potentially). I know i could hit it lucky and have no problems at all, i am just curious as to what can go wrong, and the financial implications that it brings.
Also, what should i look for when viewing one in terms of cambelt change intervals etc.
And no, i am not a hairdresser
Thanks in advance.
J
Wondering if anybody could shed some light on what is looking very likely to be my next car purchase.
I am looking at mk2 TT's with the 3.2 V6 and DSG box, around the 2007-2008 range and approx 40k miles max.
My concerns are with the gearbox, i have heard and read about horror stories with the VAG DSG and wondering what i could be letting myself in for (potentially). I know i could hit it lucky and have no problems at all, i am just curious as to what can go wrong, and the financial implications that it brings.
Also, what should i look for when viewing one in terms of cambelt change intervals etc.
And no, i am not a hairdresser
Thanks in advance.
J
have you tried the Audi forum? I'm sure this has been discussed a number of times [though I know the PH search doesn't work to well]. Also, google Audi TT forum and you'll find some good Audi clubs to ask existing owners.
I'd like to hear the result of your research, as I wouldn't mind a DSG Mk2 V6 TT [though not sure I want one more than a 350Z and Z4 coupe].
I'd like to hear the result of your research, as I wouldn't mind a DSG Mk2 V6 TT [though not sure I want one more than a 350Z and Z4 coupe].
First of all the 3.2 V6 doesn't have a cambelt, it's a chain driven engine.
With regards to the DSG box, the main failure is the mechatronics unit which these days is not a big issue as they can be refurbed by companies like ECUTesting.
It is important that the gearbox gets an oil and filter change every 40k miles
With regards to the DSG box, the main failure is the mechatronics unit which these days is not a big issue as they can be refurbed by companies like ECUTesting.
It is important that the gearbox gets an oil and filter change every 40k miles
BUG4LIFE said:
have you tried the Audi forum? I'm sure this has been discussed a number of times [though I know the PH search doesn't work to well]. Also, google Audi TT forum and you'll find some good Audi clubs to ask existing owners.
I'd like to hear the result of your research, as I wouldn't mind a DSG Mk2 V6 TT [though not sure I want one more than a 350Z and Z4 coupe].
I have looked into both the 350 and the Z4, however i just cannot move my mind away from that engine noise! I'd like to hear the result of your research, as I wouldn't mind a DSG Mk2 V6 TT [though not sure I want one more than a 350Z and Z4 coupe].
.Also, the insurance quotes for the TT are coming back quite cheap (being 21 with 4 yrs NCB) at approx £1500 from the compare sites. Will be trying specialists to see if i can bring that down. I wouldn't mind a 350, but im not too keen on the interior if im being honest even though it is a great car.
JameshGT said:
BUG4LIFE said:
have you tried the Audi forum? I'm sure this has been discussed a number of times [though I know the PH search doesn't work to well]. Also, google Audi TT forum and you'll find some good Audi clubs to ask existing owners.
I'd like to hear the result of your research, as I wouldn't mind a DSG Mk2 V6 TT [though not sure I want one more than a 350Z and Z4 coupe].
I have looked into both the 350 and the Z4, however i just cannot move my mind away from that engine noise! I'd like to hear the result of your research, as I wouldn't mind a DSG Mk2 V6 TT [though not sure I want one more than a 350Z and Z4 coupe].
.Also, the insurance quotes for the TT are coming back quite cheap (being 21 with 4 yrs NCB) at approx £1500 from the compare sites. Will be trying specialists to see if i can bring that down. I wouldn't mind a 350, but im not too keen on the interior if im being honest even though it is a great car.
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