Those pesky 160 issues

[Waspy]

So, still looking for a 160, I had directed my search to 2011 models to avoid the engine problems of pre MY2011. However there are a lot of very nice 2010 models knocking around. If car, now 4 years old, with FVWSH , and no reports of engine problems, is there still a chance it will develop said problems later on?

I obviously know that not all of the cars had the issues, and it is likely that more where prefect than not. I guess my question is, do the reported issues show early in the cars life or not?

[sadtranz]

Why have the worry go for the 2ltr, can't be that more expensive than a 1.4 ltr

[Waspy]

Why have the worry go for the 2ltr, can't be that more expensive than a 1.4 ltr

Over five years (my planned ownership) it is a lot more expensive unfortunately. Not out of budget so to speak, but i think I would rather have the extra ~£1000 a year in my back pocket...

[sadtranz]

In that case just make sure you have a decent warranty over the said years and you should be ok

[rustysnake]

Mine is a May 2010 model, engine was replaced by VW on Sept. 2013, after nearly 50k km. Didn't keep me from buying it though.

[Waspy]

Mine is a May 2010 model, engine was replaced by VW on Sept. 2013, after nearly 50k km. Didn't keep me from buying it though.

Might have stopped you if you were buying it without a warranty

Thanks though, ill probably keep it to MY2011 then

[Waspy]

In that case just make sure you have a decent warranty over the said years and you should be ok

Okay, let me back peddle a bit.

Does anyone know if you can take out a VW extended warrenty, even if the car has had a spell out of warrenty?

So for instance, if I bought a 2010 model, so out of warrenty for a year, but still fully dealer maintained, would I be able to then take out VWs extended warrenty? I dont see any reason why no, but I know they can be funny about these things.

[Cuprabob]

Yes, you can take out the VW Extended Warranty if there has been a break in cover, however it will be more expensive. Best thing to do is contact Mondial at the number on the VW Website for a quote.