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VW model line-up:


(Updated: 12-Jan-2016)
Buying a USED VW? Same as purchasing any other USED car, you need to do your due diligence and take note of:

1) Engine & Gearbox reliability
2) Service & maintenance cost (average service cost per interval)
3) Common spare part due for replacement and cost alike
4) Anything that I need to take note while inspecting the car..?


1) DSG6 is more reliable than the infamous DSG7, and overall has significantly fewer problems reported. But, as with real life, there is no such thing as a completely problematic car. This unicorn does not exist. Generally, newer cars have fewer issues than older cars, but also check that the car you wish to purchase has a full and complete service history with an authorized VW service center; else you risk buying a car with voided extended warranty. Find out if any parts were changed - either from problems, or part of a factory recall. As a point of reference, cars that have had their engine/gearbox/clutch/mechatronic replaced tend to have recurring issues.

2) Expect to pay about RM400-600 for 1.2/1.4/1.6 engine variants, and you're looking around RM900-1,100 for the 2.0 engine variants. Add another RM400-800 for major service. Please note that service interval is every 15,000km (and major service at every 60,000km intervals). There are many who go for "interim" service, at their own trusted workshops. This is roughly every 7,500km and is basically an engine oil change. There are others who do not think this is necessary, especially if you are a very "regular" driver who does not push the car hard. Also note that you can also send your car in to VW for an interim service, but they tend to try to convince you to change parts -- mostly unnecessary. Always ask your service advisor for the maintenance costs chart - no secret and should be made available at all SCs.

3) Regular wear and tear parts are not difficult to source - whether original or OEM. Prices are generally slightly higher than Japanese cars. If you are resourceful and are able to source for OEM parts on your own, you look at saving some 30-50% if compared to SC. But bear in mind that there is an extensive list of items that are covered by warranty and extended warranty. It never hurts to ask.

4) With buying used, I suppose the most common items to check are to see if the car has been involved in any major accidents before (checking weld lines front and rear). Any squeaks or rattles during the test drive? How does the gearbox work at low speeds? Expect some jerking; this is a normal characteristic of any dual-clutch box. Frankly speaking, you won't be able to uncover any more potential issues with the car -- this is always a leap of faith. For example, you would not know how much engine oil the car consumes (which is a problem for some cars) from a simple test drive. And so, always keep in mind that you are buying the seller (owner or dealer) -- make sure you sort out your due diligence.

This post has been edited by r3kahsttub: Jan 12 2016, 02:25 PM

Not fair - where are the sedans! hahahahah VW is not only hatchbacks k hahahahaha

Jetta http://dsc.carsifu.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/jetta1.jpg

B7 http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3851/1445058...116e19be6_b.jpg

CC http://www.fastmotoring.com/wp-content/gal...ia/img_7570.jpg

reporting in!

let me fix for you

Jetta


Passat B7


Passat B8


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This post has been edited by Error404: Jul 22 2015, 11:04 AM

memang just wanna give him the links only ... hahaha

Ahem, you could have started a new thread. Most of the models I have re-done painstakingly as the older links did not seem to work anymore. Info all taken from the local VW website. Its spoilered under the VW line-up.

This post has been edited by r3kahsttub: Jul 22 2015, 11:03 AM

cannot lah ... newbie still ... cannot be thread starter yet - hahahaha

when we gonna have a ly.net TT?

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This post has been edited by Error404: Jul 22 2015, 12:14 PM

thank for your reply, i never know if pay ourself will get 10% discount.

i had tried the aig website doesnt have the current beetle model for me to choose. does this mean they did not cover the current model or i can just walk in to aig or allianz branch and renew? should i bring the previous msig policy?

likely ...try to walk in - their listing might not be updated ...

grats on new version guys

Posting on first page

Just wanna list down my issue so that I can trace it back easier when wanna service the car later

1. Blown fuse causing charging port to malfunction

2. Broken air intake clip

3. Badly juddering gearbox

4.Faulty steering clock spring mechanism

Thats all kbye

i call allianz just now, we only need to email a photocopy of your car grant, if you wan to cover for wind screen, send them your previous policy or take picture of your car window, side, front and back. they will return back the quotation. we can renew our insurance in 60 days in advance from the date our previous policy end.

Boy96 should have bought my car; confirm no such issues.
1) Common problem, easy and cheap to fix iirc
2) Also should be cheap and easy to replace
3) Possible mecha and gearbox issue -- bear in mind that juddering is an inherent characteristic of twin-clutches
4) First I've heard of it, should be easy to rectify

Your polo gti so tiny, anyways, regarding the juddering, the mecha unit have been replaced before, supposedly they should have changed it to mineral oil as well, but this time confirm its the clutch pack that needs to be replaced, because the juddering has become so violent that properly controlling the right foot while accelerating just doesnt cut it anymore..

Issue 4)



During the earlier stage of VW warranty, SC keep saying its just that the steering needs to be re-lubricated, problem not solved. So I went to another SC, and the other SC said its a problem with the clock spring mechanism, and its not covered under the insurance warranty and asked me why i didnt rectify it when the car was still under manufacturer warranty

This post has been edited by Boy96: Jul 22 2015, 06:12 PM

How can I change my Polo CKD rear light to this