Volkswagen Golf VI R Buying Advice

Aug 2, 2023

Volkswagen Golf VI R Buying Advice

We test/review the car and talk about the things you should check when buying a Volkswagen Golf VI R.

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13.74 -> This Golf R had a difficult task: succeeding the R32.

19.12 -> The R32 had an amazing 6-cylinder engine sound.

22.745 -> It's not as fast as the sound makes you think it is, but it's a good sound. That's important in a car.

30.945 -> This Golf VI R is the first R without a 6-cylinder engine.

38.265 -> It had long been speculated that this car would be called the Golf R20, but it became the Golf R.

43.765 -> It has a 2-liter turbo engine, but it's not the same as in the Golf GTI.

49.405 -> This is an upgraded version with different pistons. Many things are different, such as the turbo.

55.74 -> It has many more hp and tuning options. I may get back to that later.

62.345 -> It has 266 hp and 350 Nm (258 lb ft) torque. It's a fast car.

70.37 -> ENGINES gasoline

78.53 -> There are 2 transmissions. It does 0-100 kph (62 mph) in 5.5 seconds with the DSG.

83.845 -> With a manual transmission you can do this in 5.7 seconds.

87.37 -> There's a 3 and 5 door version and a convertible, but that one doesn't have all-wheel drive.

96.165 -> Basically it's a Scirocco R powertrain in a Golf convertible.

102.2 -> That's funny. Many of these are for sale. The Golf R convertible is a fun car.

109.015 -> This video is about the regular Golf R, though. Regular Golf R? It's a very special Golf.

118.04 -> About 20 Golf VI R are for sale on AutoTrack.

123.875 -> Prices start a little below 20,000 euros. It won't be a very fresh car.

131.425 -> The prices go up to 30,000 euros.

135.835 -> Of those 20 cars, many are convertibles. That surprised me.

144.22 -> PRICES minimum, maximum

152.16 -> Of course there are plenty of alternatives.

155.18 -> A Golf GTI gets close. It's a logical alternative if you like this body style.

165.76 -> That one has front-wheel drive only.

168.865 -> The Audi S3 has the same powertrain, but it has a nicer finish and is more expensive.

176.05 -> If all-wheel drive is a requirement, your choice is limited.

182.29 -> The Subaru Impreza is an option. A Ford Focus used to have front-wheel drive only.

188.04 -> BMW used to have rear-wheel drive only. Cars like these got all-wheel drive only recently.

200.4 -> If you want to buy one, nice. It's a fun car.

206.11 -> It appeals to the imagination and does so with more people,

210.085 -> including those with not enough money for proper car maintenance.

219.15 -> Check the maintenance history and what tires it has.

225.42 -> You have to replace the tires after a while.

228.56 -> I don't like that either, but worn tires happens with my lifestyle.

235.105 -> Sometimes they wear faster than usual.

237.9 -> Off-brand tires on a performance car such as this one shows maintenance hasn't been taken seriously.

246.005 -> Buying it was one, cool rims and stereo was two, and maintenance... Rather not.

252.915 -> Check if the car has been well maintained.

256.64 -> About the powertrain. A number of things are standard with modern cars / Golfs.

266.455 -> This is a 6-speed DSG, which is rather reliable.

272.035 -> It does have to work properly. It should shift gears smoothly. You shouldn't feel it shift gears.

279.065 -> Even when you're going full throttle. It should easily and seamlessly shift down a gear.

285.2 -> If it doesn't, something may be the matter.

287.99 -> A vibrating clutch with the manual transmission indicates a broken dual-mass flywheel.

293.725 -> That's a known issue in these videos. You'll have to replace it.

297.24 -> You might as well do the clutch then. These things are expensive.

301.58 -> This generation Golf R has no issues with the timing chain because it has a belt for the most part.

309.24 -> It's complicated.

312.27 -> That belt needs to be replaced frequently. Keep an eye on the maintenance intervals.

317.85 -> Does it exceed the years or the miles?

322.235 -> If you find a car with a good mileage and the timing belt has been replaced preventively...

330.15 -> This may indicate they messed with the mileage. That's something to keep an eye on.

335.785 -> Tuned cars... I would tune a Golf R, but do you want to buy someone else's tuning project?

346.835 -> Look at what and how things were done.

351.99 -> The crankcase ventilation can break more easily with stressed engines.

362.46 -> The car has Haldex all-wheel drive, which means it's front-wheel drive until it starts slipping.

375.74 -> It's more intelligent than that, but grosso modo.

379.925 -> The Haldex pump can break, especially in the early models. That'd be 2010.

385.55 -> You can test this in a low gear, first or second, and go full throttle.

393.1 -> If you feel and hear wheelspin, the Haldex pump is a suspect.

399.22 -> The body and interior. This is a sturdy generation of Golfs.

405.085 -> That's because the Golf VI is a big facelift of the Golf V.

412.71 -> It has better materials and it lasts longer.

417.235 -> They took a second step in development. You notice this with a number of things.

423.375 -> This also means that the interior has to look good.

428.695 -> It should match the mileage. Not much wears quickly in the interior.

435.325 -> The body. Check for damages. These are cars with potential and younger drivers.

445.275 -> Of course there are older drivers too.

447.785 -> Things can go wrong.

450.58 -> In this weather, the drains in the doors can get clogged.

456.005 -> You can open them up with a wooden skewer.

461.915 -> Life tips. The suspension is rather sturdy as well.

466.5 -> Check for sounds. Creaking often indicates ball joints.

473.49 -> These can break at a low mileage, so keep an eye on that.

479.4 -> The electronics. It's getting boring, but there aren't many problems.

485.215 -> Check everything, such as the sunroof. I won't try in this weather, but it should work.

492.175 -> Check all the electronics. Pay extra attention to the satnav.

498.51 -> It's wanted by those who prefer not to pay for it.

503.98 -> It's so wanted that there's a special lock to make sure it doesn't get stolen.

510.1 -> Unfortunately it happens a lot.

513.48 -> We found this Golf VI R at Hamilton Automobielen in Eindhoven.

520.235 -> He has many Golf GTI and Golf R. It's his thing.

526.065 -> This car has been sold. That's a shame, because it's a pretty one.

529.725 -> The color combination may be a bit boring, but many people like black inside and out.

537.41 -> This is a good car with DSG.

543.15 -> THIS CAR

555.29 -> If you're looking for a second-hand car and want our help, or if your company has a nice car for sale

561.55 -> of which we may shoot a video, please send an e-mail to [email protected]

568.275 -> Subtitles - Maru's Text Support

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