Going to see this one tomorrow
- Karnivore
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Going to see this one tomorrow
http://www.wimbledonparkhonda.co.uk/use ... -dsg-12294" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Has FSH and I know to look out for DSG service at 40k & clutch replacement in (I think) 2015.
It looks like most of the extras are there (pano roof, heated seats, rear parking) only thing I can't tell from the photos is if it's got the Dynaudio.
Anything else I should look out for? And thoughts on the car, good or bad, appreciated.
Thanks all, hopefully it'll be the one and I'll be able to be more active in here
Has FSH and I know to look out for DSG service at 40k & clutch replacement in (I think) 2015.
It looks like most of the extras are there (pano roof, heated seats, rear parking) only thing I can't tell from the photos is if it's got the Dynaudio.
Anything else I should look out for? And thoughts on the car, good or bad, appreciated.
Thanks all, hopefully it'll be the one and I'll be able to be more active in here
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
If it has Dynaudio, there are Dynaudio badges on the speaker grills at the base of the doors and the "powered by Dynaudio" appears in the headunit splash screen.
- Karnivore
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Brilliant, thanks (I knew about the speaker grill, but not the display)
- Phil
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Is that an aftermarket exhaust, as it doesnt seem to be mentioned but does sit out quite far. Any why is the towing cover missing on the front?
My observations, doesn't mean it's a bad car
My observations, doesn't mean it's a bad car
Phil
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Yep, I clocked the exhaust (the ad doesn't mention the rear parking sensors either, it was only by looking at photos I saw it) I can't believe I didn't notice the missing towing cover either.
Depends what the exhaust is, I guess - it does stick out rather far.
That's what's throwing me, there's barely any mention of the extras in the ad, so it could have been remapped, miltek exhaust and upgraded airflow for all I know.
I'll be going through all the invoices provided with it with a toothcomb. Those alloys look cheap as well, but the photos aren't good enough to pick up on the emblem on them, if they're cheap I'll tell them to knock the £600 off it'll cost me to get a set of refurbed originals on there.
They called me earlier, apparently someone had booked a test drive before me and were travelling up from Brighton tomorrow - I told him to let me know how it goes, if the car's still available I'll drive down then. There are plenty out there still, I'm in no rush.
Depends what the exhaust is, I guess - it does stick out rather far.
That's what's throwing me, there's barely any mention of the extras in the ad, so it could have been remapped, miltek exhaust and upgraded airflow for all I know.
I'll be going through all the invoices provided with it with a toothcomb. Those alloys look cheap as well, but the photos aren't good enough to pick up on the emblem on them, if they're cheap I'll tell them to knock the £600 off it'll cost me to get a set of refurbed originals on there.
They called me earlier, apparently someone had booked a test drive before me and were travelling up from Brighton tomorrow - I told him to let me know how it goes, if the car's still available I'll drive down then. There are plenty out there still, I'm in no rush.
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
It looks a pretty smart car, especially given the mileage. Just a couple of things that occurred to me:
1. There looks to be a huge tear across the padded side of the driver's seat (visible in a few of the photos), but it's probably actually just a small crease.
2. The temperature gauge is sitting well under 90, but that's probably just 'cos the engine's not quite up to temperature.
3. The bottom edge of the front bumper looks a bit odd in photo 16, as if it's been photo-shopped or something.
4. Those black exhausts are a real shame - a pair of polished, gleaming exhausts really set off the look on an R.
All the best, whatever you decide!
Tom
1. There looks to be a huge tear across the padded side of the driver's seat (visible in a few of the photos), but it's probably actually just a small crease.
2. The temperature gauge is sitting well under 90, but that's probably just 'cos the engine's not quite up to temperature.
3. The bottom edge of the front bumper looks a bit odd in photo 16, as if it's been photo-shopped or something.
4. Those black exhausts are a real shame - a pair of polished, gleaming exhausts really set off the look on an R.
All the best, whatever you decide!
Tom
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Brilliant, thanks Tom (and thanks for the time you took to look at the ad)
I've always had VW's and am currently running a MK4 1.8T Golf so knew to look out for the temperature (good spot, though, 'cos that's another couple of hundred quid straight away)
Photo 16 - again, great spot, it looks like someone's stuck a load of araldite on it and covered it in tippex!
The exhausts - I'm really not keen (I'm also hoping the people coming up from Brighton to see it tomorrow aren't reading this)
I'm thinking "steer well clear" but part of me is saying "they've got no idea what they're selling, clearly, look through what's been done and then make a decision"
Problem is I'm on a £14k budget so may have to take the rough with the smooth.
Ho hum!
Karn
I've always had VW's and am currently running a MK4 1.8T Golf so knew to look out for the temperature (good spot, though, 'cos that's another couple of hundred quid straight away)
Photo 16 - again, great spot, it looks like someone's stuck a load of araldite on it and covered it in tippex!
The exhausts - I'm really not keen (I'm also hoping the people coming up from Brighton to see it tomorrow aren't reading this)
I'm thinking "steer well clear" but part of me is saying "they've got no idea what they're selling, clearly, look through what's been done and then make a decision"
Problem is I'm on a £14k budget so may have to take the rough with the smooth.
Ho hum!
Karn
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
The wheels look like they are 'Bola CSR'.
- Karnivore
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Cheers Stuart, from a quick google I make you right.
Why would you, though, given the original alloys look far better!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/like/12214717 ... 973&crdt=0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Why would you, though, given the original alloys look far better!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/like/12214717 ... 973&crdt=0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
- Karnivore
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Thanks to all that replied and offered advice.
I got a call from the garage - apparently, during the prior test drive, the engine light came on. To be honest, after reading your messages my mind was made up on that one anyway (it quickly became a no from me)
Luckily, I read through a load of posts on the forum yesterday and saw that Jake's car was still for sale.
I'm now the proud owner of this one, collecting Wednesday.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Volkswagen-Sc ... 3641.l6368" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
(the DSG was an unknown for me anyway, as is the Dynaudio - you can't miss what you aint had!)
I got a call from the garage - apparently, during the prior test drive, the engine light came on. To be honest, after reading your messages my mind was made up on that one anyway (it quickly became a no from me)
Luckily, I read through a load of posts on the forum yesterday and saw that Jake's car was still for sale.
I'm now the proud owner of this one, collecting Wednesday.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Volkswagen-Sc ... 3641.l6368" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
(the DSG was an unknown for me anyway, as is the Dynaudio - you can't miss what you aint had!)
- Phil
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Very nice - his car is stunning and well looked after. You will love it
Phil
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Cheers Phil, it ticks every box for me - distance is a bit of a pain in the arse, but for the right car you just do don't you (and the 3 hour drive home will be well worth it)
It helps that he seems a thoroughly decent bloke as well so know we'll still be in touch afterwards for any queries etc.
Can't wait!
Karn
It helps that he seems a thoroughly decent bloke as well so know we'll still be in touch afterwards for any queries etc.
Can't wait!
Karn
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Enjoy the car mate i know did
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Re: Going to see this one tomorrow
Thanks mate, I promise she'll be looked after as well as you looked after her. Drive back was great (took us just over 3 and a half hours) If you're ever passing by Stevenage let me know.Jake-w07 wrote:Enjoy the car mate i know did