Buying a used VW Phaeton - 2002-2016, Buying advice with Common Issues

Buying a used Volkswagen Phaeton - 2002-2016

How reliable are the engines, what are the common problems with these cars? What is the price for fixing the various issues and the price for the spare parts? Watch the video and you will get answers to all these questions and more!

What to look for when buying a used Volkswagen Phaeton advice / guide

used VW Phaeton sedan / saloon

used Volkswagen Phaeton review

VW Phaeton 3.2 V6, 3.0 V6, 3.6 FSI V6, 4.2 V8, 6.0 W12, 3.0 TDI V6, 5.0 TDI V10

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[CoinsEuropa]

I was almost buying a Merc S500, but the car at the side was Phaeton 01/2009 V6 TDI with 150.000Km in Mint condition. Just bought it today! Really happy (for now).

[bowieinc]

Wow! This is the most Comprehensive video I have ever seen. I am so thankful for all the effort you put into this.

[alexsavutube]

On the v6 diesel engine: If you buy a car that was parked for a year or so in the dealer's parking lot check the functionality of stationary heating system (webasto) because the membrane of fuel pump for the heater can be dry and the pump will not function. It costs 500 euros and you need to unscrew the rear axel to change it. If you change the accessory belt, spend extra 220 euros and also change the main pulley on the crankshaft because the rubber on it ages fast (5 years) and you can have a nasty surprise if it brakes.

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I had the car now for 3, 5 years and 50.000 km, now my 2012 v6 3.0 diesel 4 seater has 150.000 km except what I already said I only had a hydraulic pipe failure, not expensive to fix but I had to tow the car home from vacation also, hold on to your hats... I had to redo the software of the front right seat because I forced it into something in the back and it forgot it's 0 point. A couple of weeks ago someone hit it on the right side and to my surprise I found out that a door is 5000 euros so the 2 door damage is around 12.000 euros which is the insurance companies calculated car value, fortunately second hand parts are dirt cheap so here's room to negotiate with the insurance.

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The second hand doors wore 500 euros, repainting everything around the car that needs repainting 1500 euros and I got 6000 euros from insurance company. I spent the extra 4k in a trip around Europe.

[davidkaplan]

I owned a Phaeton from 50K the 85K repairs and service cost me 88 cents per mile.  Every repair was above $1k, even the smalls ones

[josepeixoto]

This is the type of videos really needed, not the glamorous new car ads for **dummies** Thanks

[keithlong]

I have the W12 version of this car. Inspect the car carefully before you buy. Unfortunately I didn't. So far I've replaced all control arms and drop links 6000$. Brake job 1500$. Engine out service for alternator, thermostat replacement, and other issues 11000$. This list doesn't include the hundreds of hours i spent working on the car myself. Other than the continuous expensive repairs this really is an amazing car. Don't buy unless you are really rich car nut or a mechanic.

[ch]

I had the 3.0 TDI faulty intake manifold flaps problem start at around 180000 km. My mechanic was quoting me 500€ to replace the intake manifold. I have resolved it for now by attaching a 15€ piece of metal (cost for a set of 2) which limits the range of motion of the actuator motor arm and restores its function. For anyone interested I suggest searching the P2015 and/or P2020 error codes on eBay and on Youtube if you want to buy one of these and see how it is fitted. I fitted one to the left motor and it took me less than 10 minutes and my check engine light is gone (for now).

[nube]

The best explained video about the Phaeton in the net...by far!!! Thanks for your great job.
A proud 07 Phaeton's owner from Barcelona. Cheers!!!

[SanjinSecerbeg]

For the last 3 years i have been a proud owner of a 2013 VW Phaeton 3.0 TDI and it is the best car i have ever owned. It is a super luxury continent cruiser that gets you there rested and relaxed. My recommendation would be to "turn-OFF the EGR/AGR" as this will make a very big difference, engine oil change every 10K and transmission oil/filter change every 80K. Overall its an amazing car!!

[Woshhh]

Good Video man! Everything explained. A proud owner of a 2011 Phaeton w12 and a 2016 phaeton v8

[gasolara]

Another problem to check is in the early cars check the battery management module. It can fail and cause electronic headaches.

[wholeNwon]

There used to be 2 of them in our town. Haven't seen either in years. Meanwhile my LS400 will be 23 y.o. next month and still a joy.

[nialldoyle]

I have a v6 Petrol. Very reliable and a lovely machine. Had to replace the variators and change the timing chain at 150k Km.

[zipi]

great video my friend nice job!!!
in my opinion phaeton is a better quality car than mercedes s class w220 and bmw 7 series e65 at this time but not better then the audi a8 D3
as well as giving a very powerful car,
im sorry that I managed to break through, I would like to own one

[jft-ns]

There's a lot of problems with this Phaeton. There's so much information that we should know.

[EapeTheMatrix]

2008 GP1 VW Phaeton 3.0 TDI 240 bhp: My middle air vent was stuck open. I removed the glove box, steering plastics, the whole centre trim and infotainment to get it out! The motor was just weak and worked when I gave it a helping spin to start. I greased it and played with it for ages before finding a tested unit off ebay for £30. now its fixed. My A/C compressor clutch burned out and a used tested unit of ebay was just £40. The old clutch was so bad I couldnt even remove it from the pump. Fitting it took about 3 hours, but now I could do it in less. re gas and now its fixed. I think I have a boost leak / evap leak I need to do a test. not bad to work on actually once you get stuck in. brakes / suspension is all accessible and easy to work on. Turbo easy access. good room under engine. quality bolts that dont break. aftermarket parts and parts cars available online. Amazing in the snow! I would recommend this car 100% Great value for money. very rare as well.

[bracedgod]

I currently drive an 05 Lexus ES330 and am absolutely satisfied with it 👌🏼 But what I would give to just try this out for a day.

The Bentley-like maintenance makes me not wanna really own it though. I’m just gonna restore my leather driver seat and call it a day 😆

[flashmasstock]

uuuu a long waited review, thank you and have a good year (I love this Phaeton)

[stevethompson]

This is the most informative instruction on automobiles I have ever heard. I followed the same narrator as he discussed the Bentley Continental GT convertible. I can't express how much I have learned from his dialog. My only suggestion is that perhaps the narrator could slow down or find someone else to narrate as it is difficult at times to understand what is expressed.

[justawhitenigga]

Probably be the best VW ever made. Unfortunately, VW stop the production of this wonderful car.