Hey all - on here for two reasons. gf might want a s/h New Beetle (probably a 1.6 in auto) and I want to know what I'm in for (I'm the mechanic!).

I am am sort of familiar with VW auto gearboxes from my Renaults (Renault and VW/Audi shared the 4sp that appeared in the mid 90s, although it was better in the German cars as Renaults ran them too hot and didnt change the oil often enough...).

What Beetle/MkIV particular stuff should I be checking when looking at potential suspects?

And also to find the best/cheapest source of parts in inner/west Melbourne for the timing belt job I am about to help my brother out with on his '03 Audi A4 1.8t.

Cheers