Volkswagen Polo (2001-2009) buying advice

Volkswagen Polo (2001-2009) buying advice

Volkswagen Polo (2001-2009) buying advice

We test/review the Volkswagen Polo and talk about the things you should check when buying such a car.

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Content

15.02 -> A fun fact about this generation Polo: this was the first one available as BlueMotion.
20.86 -> Not just Polo BlueMotion, but Volkswagen as a whole.
25.1 -> This set the tone.
26.905 -> It's more economical, which you know by heart by now.
33.06 -> This is the 5th generation Polo.
38.135 -> Volkswagen isn't very clear with counting. Facelifts like this one are called a new generation,
48.075 -> even though they're not.
51.06 -> The facelift has the internal code name 9N3.
55.545 -> It was built from 2001 (not yet facelifted) until 2009.
59.665 -> There was a CrossPolo as well and fun versions such as the Polo GTI.
66.02 -> Engines start at 3-cylinders and go up to a GTI with 178 hp.
71.905 -> There is also a 1.9 TDI with 128 hp.
76.37 -> We don't see it in the Netherlands, but they do exist.
81.815 -> ENGINES gasoline, diesel
89.905 -> There are plenty of Polos of every generation, including this one, for sale on Marktplaats.
95.94 -> Over 1,000 Polos of this generation are for sale.
101.065 -> Prices for a well-used Polo start at 1,250-1,500 euros.
107.295 -> That would be over 300,000 km (186,000 miles) on the clock.
110.79 -> The most expensive cars are CrossPolos with automatic transmission for 10,000 euros.
117.235 -> It's easy to find a nice Polo of this generation for 2,000-3,000 euros.
125.055 -> PRICES minimum, maximum
133.4 -> For this type of car, especially considering its age, it's important to check the maintenance history.
139.385 -> Timing chains and belts that needed replacing and if they have been on time.
146.075 -> Look at the whole picture.
148.945 -> These cars aren't expensive, so people can save on the maintenance.
154.93 -> Those cars can be fine, but very bad as well.
159.94 -> That is an important thing to check.
162.51 -> The base model 3-cylinder engines don't make the car fly.
169.155 -> They go high in rpm, so it's not that bad, but do try a 4-cylinder or a more powerful 3-cylinder engine.
183.455 -> An important weak spot: creaking sounds from the front are the front wishbone bushings.
189.78 -> Those die. You can replace them by those of the Audi A2 and Ibiza Cupra, which are sturdier
196.945 -> and last a bit longer.
198.465 -> The 1.2 3-cylinder engines can have problems with the EGR valve.
202.79 -> You get an error on the dashboard and loss of power. This means it needs replacing.
207.79 -> The 1.2 3-cylinder engine has a timing chain that can stretch.
213.865 -> The chain tensioners don't work right. It skips a shackle, causing the engine to run irregularly.
222.195 -> If this is getting too extreme, the engine is destroyed.
226.355 -> It's something to keep an eye on, just like when the timing chain last had maintenance.
233.455 -> That is a more expensive service, so people like to skip it.
239.745 -> If it breaks, the engine is damaged even more. This happens sometimes.
245.26 -> Please, keep an eye on this.
247.935 -> If you hear a humming sound when steering and you see the lights dim...
257.86 -> The Polo can have an electrical problem; a corroded ground connection.
264.63 -> The humming and sometimes heavy steering is a problem with the power steering.
270.14 -> It can be a broken sensor. Let me check its number.
274.83 -> A broken steering angle sensor; G250.
277.785 -> You'll see strange things such as loss of electricity because the power steering pump takes too much.
286.825 -> Rust isn't really a problem with this type of car, but it can rust underneath the window and door seals.
295.725 -> You could check that.
299.145 -> Another thing: check if the floor mats are dry.
304.26 -> Polos can leak sometimes.
306.74 -> One final thing: if it has the original factory radio, check the display.
313.01 -> It can fade and become illegible. You won't know which radio station you're listening to.
320.6 -> We found this silver Polo at Pon Dealer Barneveld.
325.07 -> It has few miles on the clock for its age and looks like new.
333.025 -> THIS CAR
347.26 -> If you're looking for a second-hand car and want our help, or if your company has a nice car for sale
353.555 -> for which we may shoot a video, please send an e-mail to [email protected]
360.4 -> Subtitles - Maru's Text Support

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