Hi everyone! Potential golf buyer here needing some expert advice

[Chubby]

Hi all,

I'm looking to buy a golf (Mk6) here in Aus and any advice would be greatly appreciated :) I have a few questions I need help on:

1) Considering that the Mk7 is coming soon in the near future, is this a good time to buy a new mk6 golf? I'm guessing I could get a cheap deal if I look for one now. I suppose my question should be, when is a good time to buy a new mk6 golf?

2) In terms of engine reliability, is it fair to assume that the diesel version (103kw) is a little more reliable than the petrol (118kw) version?

3) Following on from the previous question, I have noticed that VW Australia has not advertised a manual gearbox version of the diesel golf (103kw). Has this been discontinued? If not, do I just ask the dealer?

Thanks in advance,

Chubby

[Ryan_R]

Welcome Chubby


I won't go as far as to say that I'm an expert, but here's my thoughts:


1) MK7 Golf will probably be here in 2013. GTI may also be in 2013 as well, not sure. The MK6 Golf (new/demo) should be cheapest in 2013 just as the MK7 starts arriving and dealers clear stock. Not sure how much you can expect to save though. Compared the amount of time you'd have to wait I'm not sure if it would be worth it.

2) From forum posts here alone the 103TDI seems to be more reliable than the 118TSI. Most of the issues are with the 7 speed DSG gearbox, so you'll find the 103TDI's 6 speed DSG gearbox a good option, or you could get a manual 118TSI.

3) Pretty sure manual is still available as standard (add $2500 for DSG). Manual isn't quite as popular I guess. Ask the dealer to confirm.