Hi all,
Been a while since i got back into a VW. Looking to purchase a 2018 Arteon with 110,000km. Are there anything of concern that I need to be aware of? Thank you heaps in advance for the advice.
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Hi all,
Been a while since i got back into a VW. Looking to purchase a 2018 Arteon with 110,000km. Are there anything of concern that I need to be aware of? Thank you heaps in advance for the advice.
My quick snapshot of things to check:
Service history re: (oil changes, DSG and Halex fluid changes and all standard service items)
Water pump - the Achilles Heel of the EA888 - will require replacing as some stage
Suspension - take the car for a good test drive over uneven ground, speed humps, car park entries/driveways etc and listen for clunks, squeaks, rattles and groans. Strut mount bearings can become noisy, and the front lower control arm bushes are a known issue.
Thank you heaps for that.Quote:
Originally Posted by petemac110
If it's got a sunroof, check the exterior trim around the sunroof for cracks.
And drains for blockages and spider trapsQuote:
Originally Posted by Darty
AMEN TO THAT!Quote:
Originally Posted by Hillbilly
I've been on the receiving end of flooded sunroof drains, wet BCM and electronics, and a dead car for a few days. Not fun at all
Check for cooling leaks. VW in general is notorious for leaking water pump/thermostat housings. Had mine replaced at 90k.
Cheers to all, thanks heaps for that.
2018 with that klms i'd pas on straight away mate.