How Not to Buy a MK5 GTI

Today we go over how not to buy an MK5 GTI. We made this video to show you what can happen to a car over the course of 200k miles. Mechanically the car we are looking at is solid but it is cosmetically a wreck. Check out all the things wrong with the 200k mile MK5 GTI, and what the parts would cost to fix it!

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2.0t TSI Engine Common Problems to Look out for on VW and Audi's

2.0t FSI Engine Common Problems to Look out for on VW and Audi's

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Outer CV Boot

Tie Rod Outer

Drivers OEM
Drivers Aftermarket

Drivers Ball Joint
Passenger Ball Joint

OEM Swaybar Link Left or right
Aftermarket Swaybar Link Left or right

OEM Driver Control Arm Rear Bushing Bracket
Aftermarket Driver Control Arm Rear Bushing Bracket

OEM Passenger Control Arm Rear Bushing Bracket
Aftermarket Passenger Control Arm Rear Bushing Bracket

Xenon (HID) Head Light Bulb for (N10445701)

Front Door Latch Assembly Drivers (Left) Side

How to Diagnosis and Repair of your Front Drivers Door Latch Assembly

Side Skirt Passenger (Right) for 4 Door

Side Skirt Drivers (Left) for 4 Door

Rear "VW" Emblem (Chrome and Black)

Center Arm Rest (Anthracite) Leatherette

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2.0t TSI Engine Common Problems to Look out for on VW and Audi's

2.0t FSI Engine Common Problems to Look out for on VW and Audi's

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[hockeyandsoccerever]

This car was clearly neglected. My MKV has been through 10 Canadian winters and is in much better shape all around

[mikepollastrelli]

Got my manual mk5 fsi gti back in 2015. Car had 48, 000 miles on it & now has nearly 95, 000 miles. Recently paid a good amount to do the major service of timing belt, water pump, valve cleaning. My car runs flawlessly at APR stage 1 with intake, turboback, upgraded dv, catchcan etc. & I have fun with it nearly every day but ALWAYS keep up to date on maintenance.

[michaellacea]

Also a good tip, there was a recall on the GTI for ABS sensor module malfunctions, if anyone gets a GTI, call volkswagen and see if there was a software update or if they replaced the module. hopefully you dont get the christmas tree like i did with mine

[ABeans]

Thats the hardest i've laughed in some time with filthy frank and the bumper. Wow.

[spencerquimby]

Bought a stock 2009 GTI with 118, 000 KM (~74, 000 miles) back in January 2020. Paid a bit extra for the low mileage but I had been combing the listing for a solid example. It did not disappoint. Smooth and easy to daily and gets decent mileage when driving conservatively. It becomes a completely different car in sport mode with the DSG, superb response and plenty of low end torque for a nice go in between stoplights. The only thing that's been a downside so far is the intake runner flap actuator failed and began leaking boost like it was its job. Ive owned it long enough and put enough maintenance into it to know its solid. Some light modifcation and a flash tune and this car will be an amazingly cheap to run and reliable sports car.

[longgoneg]

My biggest complaint with mk5's (speaking from long term ownership, ranging from gti's, gli's and my old Leon Cupra) is the suspension as a whole is extremely expensive, not even talking about after market.
My wifes 08 tfsi has 215k miles, and we've spent more than the cars value the past 3 years replacing worn suspension components. (Tbh, I miss the mk4 days of rear beam and simpleton control arms.)
But lets be honest, its a 11 year old turbocharged German car, and we do live in the speed bump capital of the world.
In case anyone is wondering, in 215k miles we've replaced: Brakes all around (duh) Ball joints, tie rods, sway bar end links, sway bar bushings, rear trailing arms, struts, strut mounts, Axle boots (too many times) dsg service, X2 t-belt (FTW) service along with accessory belt, a/c compressor, radiator fans (both, large one twice) starter and finally bank1 O2 sensor.
Interior has had a few things need touch up or repair, but we live in UAE, and the car sits outside in 120+ degree heat. Overall, I love the car, is been quite good to us. Car is also eurodyne stg1 on OEM downpipe.

[DesertWolfFIN]

I recently had a mk4 golf gti, and all i gotta say is it's the best looking golf, and extremely fun to drive

[michaelw]

It’s possible that the headlight bulb colors are different because the “blue” one was replaced recently. HID bulbs tend to move towards “yellow” as they age, while fresh bulbs have a more “blue” tint.

[xlvke]

Bought an 07 mk5 GTI with 130k on it 6 months ago, not a single problem since it was serviced regularly and has plenty of receipts from previous owners

[luisherreras]

I have my 2007 GTI two doors, I love it.

[Ryan-bdzn]

Wow this car has lasted a while for how poorly it was treated

[cdmx]

Love the content you guys produce. I wish DAP carried more Mk4 parts so I could support you more than just hitting like on every vid to show thanks.

[chrisward]

My last 2005 mkv Gti dsg I took from 66k to 189k and was still going strong. Only thing that fell off was the rear seat air con vets. The rest was all intact. Have another one now and already gone from 52 to 65k 👍 Rock solid cars

[greg_takacs]

Jesus! My 2014 W212 MB Wagon has 190k miles on it and it looks fantastic compared to this nightmare! Makes me want you to look at my car and tell me what it needs though. Impressive walk-through!

[tihspidtherekciltilc]

Be wary of any car that has boy racer mods and a new set of cheap tires as those tires are probably hiding something. Excellent advice once again.

[DLaTorre]

This cars owner was so sloppy, I have mine so fine and clean...

[mprism]

poor gti :( i got a mk5 a few months ago and as much as it’s a pain in the ass with problems it’s a fun car. i need

- rev d diverter valve
- oil separator
- brake booster vacuum hose
- spark plugs
- serpentine belt
- brake pads
- wheels
- windshield
- lower control arms

[MalcolmCir]

"The inside of this Road Hugger-- has been huggin' a little too much..." 😄

Worn out, for sure. But the drivetrain would make this a nice driver with minimal work. Would have loved this when I was in college...

[ajmohrvatski]

was not expecting papa franku. Pleasantly surprised