VW Golf R32 V6 4 Motion Mark 5

[PC2307]

I’m after a Golf R32 V6 mark 5, I’ve seen a few for sale on this site but would like some advice on what to watch for.

[finlo]

Rust, rust and more rust!

[Cambs_Stuart]

Timing chains, dodgy noises and clunks from the drivetrain and rust.

[Bright Halo]

Is there an owners forum for them?
If so get yourself on there, I’m sure there will some helpful owners. Maybe even someone can help you view a few examples for sale?
Good luck with search.

[dogbucket]

Rust on the front wings at the top of the wheel arch as VW fitted water holding sponges behind the liner, this is a mk5 problem on all models.

DSG Mechatronic (clunkly changes particularly coming to a stop) on eariler cars.

From personal experience, the above things plus

Dual Mass Flywheel on a DSG car (rattling noise at idle)
Steering racks failing (knocking noise on rough roads)
CV Boots
Suspension bushes, particularly front lower control arm .

not the most reliable car I have owned, but maybe I had a lemon.

[cuprabob]

Lots of info here;
https://www.r32oc.com/

[PC2307]

Thanks for the info guys. Appreciated. I have heard that you have to be careful with the rust. What’s the consensus on a Japanese import?