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martin320
14-06-2007, 10:45 PM
Hi,

After talking about it for close to a year my boss is finally selling his TT. It's from 2000, 180HP, reasonable shape and I really want to get it.

The only thing is that I'm quite broke and can just about afford (with a little help from the bank) the price he is offering and want to make sure I don't end up with repair costs I can't afford.

It has 57,000KM on the clock (around 36,000 miles) and is due a service.

I need to know from you guys what are the major things I should look out for at this stage? Are there any expensive services coming up? I'm quite sure the car has been well maintained but will of course check the history before buying.

Your advice would be really helpful. I really want this car!!! Been dreaming of it for so long...

Thanks,
Martin.

Forge UK
13-07-2007, 09:23 AM
Martin ...great info on here but I would also ask on this forum
http://www.tt-forum.co.uk/

mluton
13-07-2007, 12:29 PM
4 years 60K miles for cambelt (eg cost = £400)

Is it on Fixed or Variable servicing ?
Fixed service cost example (1yr or 10K)= £180
Variable Service cost example (2yr or 20K or Dash Light) = £300