@@dannymartinez8522I have 150k and hope she keeps going strong. So far so good and it drives as expected. I'm curious on repair costs and rebuild or turbo replacement.
@@darrellroireau4061 Mine got 110k (kilometres) from 2012, Issues: intake manifold (800eur), Carter oil leak (100eur), Gateway CAN bus (600eur- Under warranty) ... That's it.... No cost outside maintenance program. Cheers from Belgium
I've got a 2011, 232,000km on it, biggest fix was the rear main seal, still feels insanely solid. recently bought a mk7.5 R but plan on making the mk6 a project within the next couple years! absolutely love the thing.
If you're getting a Mk6 the most important thing is the timing chain tensioner. Either get a 2013-2014 when VW updated the tensioner or expect to pay about $1000+ to get it replaced. Love my Mk6 GTI. Good video dude.
My 2013 GTI with DSG just hit 100k. Zero issues, just pleasure. It's well maintained. I simply just do what the manufacturer recommends and use Top Tier Premium fuel. Expect to get another 100k.
I got a 4 doors DSG from 2012, I got 110k (kilometers), that's my everyday and family car and I love it! Hope that I can run another 110k at least!!! Cheers from Belgium
@@moosaquadri1829 If you want to ""safe your car" as much as possible, replace your timing chain and wastegate, those are the twoo bigs possible issues... Almost 2000eur both...
JustnwiN that’s a very easy choice if your looking for cheaper higher hp modifications. If your looking for just looks brz/frs is great but slow. Miata in my opinion is not that great
@@nip2121 OEM parts costs about 180 euros (200 USD)... timing chain, tensioner, guides. You don't need to change oil pump chain and balance shafts chain if your car has less than 300.000kms. That would take about 4-5 hours of labour. 1000-2000$ is robbery for that kind of job, typically for "stealership". I have changed timing chain, tensioner and guides for about 400$. No one had problem ever with that.
Fedja Drndarski here in the US, that’s what we have to pay if we want it done by a shop, unfortunately. Stealership is even more... that’s of course where I am at.
@@nip2121 I know that in US labour prices are pretty high. For e.g. 120 USD per h ... But parts can be bought relatively cheap. And experienced mechanic should not take more than 8hrs for timing chain/tensioner update. If you have garage, you probably can learn how to do that job alone, without paying labour. Tools are not so expensive there.
I’m looking for a gti mk6 driven around 150,000kms and right now in Australia the average price for a mk6 gti is $14k driven 150kms, is it worth buying a gti mk6 right now?
This cars are reliable after you spend a good 3k on them... Timing chain tensioner failure is a thing for them from very early on... Also fuel pump module, and intake manifold failure are very common.. So if you have an extra 3k to 4K to spend on parts and labor and another 1k in random maintenance or break downs then you will be okay...
Dude I have one so I know what I’m talking about, I love the car but they do have issues... Lookup intake manifold issues it’s like super common, also the fuel pump module is common too.. The tensioner issue is found in all mk6 models with some exceptions..
old thread but this is subjective in a way, some peoples last forever some peoples dont its like the water pumps and people dont run to the forums to say that their car works perfect lol they run to report issues, you just got unlucky with your stuff
Let’s say you leave it 100% stock and just do the fluid changes like you’re suppose to daily driving work and back only ! (Grandma driving) What do you think? Think it’ll last a while ? (Thinking of getting one)
@@McDzywhat year is yours? no point unless you want something new with a turbo engine, but the gtis are fun to drive but once they break, they cost an arm and a leg lol. That kept me away tbh.
Hey Wynot, I'm looking into 2 vehicles, a Mk 6 GTI or an 08 Acura TL Type S. Ik they 2 different vehicles but I feel like the GTI has more mods but is less reliable than the Acura. What are your thoughts?
Denis Ciobotar in the long run the tl will probably last longer but the gti will give you more enjoyment everytime you drive it. Up to you in what u want. Fun time of ownership or long time ownership but both will last you multiple years
My GTI was significantly less reliable than my Toyotas. Nice car to drive, great handling and build quality, rubbish to own. They are not good as a daily driver. They break often, expensive to repair and the the stealerships are devious bastards. They have horrendous engineering flaws and if it goes wrong, VW don't care. If you want your wallet to burst into flames, go ahead and buy a VAG product.
![MK6 GTI - Common Problems [Watch Before You Buy One]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/McOoKrrQuVI/mqdefault.jpg)
I have 163k on my mk6 GTI! Love your headlights.
I love it! Gti is very underated for the type of car.Thabk you btw!!
What have u replaced to keep up that mileage? Maintenance wise is it worth it?
@@dannymartinez8522I have 150k and hope she keeps going strong. So far so good and it drives as expected. I'm curious on repair costs and rebuild or turbo replacement.
@@darrellroireau4061 was there any costly maintenance done yo your car? What kept u going for 150k?
@@darrellroireau4061 Mine got 110k (kilometres) from 2012, Issues: intake manifold (800eur), Carter oil leak (100eur), Gateway CAN bus (600eur- Under warranty) ... That's it.... No cost outside maintenance program. Cheers from Belgium
I've got a 2011, 232,000km on it, biggest fix was the rear main seal, still feels insanely solid. recently bought a mk7.5 R but plan on making the mk6 a project within the next couple years! absolutely love the thing.
I’m looking at a 2011 gti with 196000 Km any advice
If you're getting a Mk6 the most important thing is the timing chain tensioner. Either get a 2013-2014 when VW updated the tensioner or expect to pay about $1000+ to get it replaced. Love my Mk6 GTI. Good video dude.
Yes absolutely! All the rest is small simple stuff
@@Wynot Agreed, and oil changes are so easy with the oil filter right up top!
Yup😂 best bang for the buck in a car my opinion...
Man that’s what I did. Got a 2013 and the timing chain tensioner still went out! :-( It was manufactured in May 2012. Oh well still love it!
I have a 2012 gti what Maintenance should I do to it to keep it it has 100,600 miles on it and the engine was actually replaced only has 5k on it
My 2013 GTI with DSG just hit 100k. Zero issues, just pleasure. It's well maintained. I simply just do what the manufacturer recommends and use Top Tier Premium fuel. Expect to get another 100k.
Yes exactly!
100k miles or kilometres?
honest review. I will get a gti soon. it will be my first car here in America.
Thank you 🙏🏼 and Congratulations!!
Hopefully purchasing a 2010 GTI 93k miles as my first car in a month or so. Really excited
Heck ya!!
Thanks for this honest video!!!
Nice colour btw !
Thank you🙏🏼
Thanks bro I'm getting one this December
I might be getting a mk 6 this week 😀
I love those head lights ! I need them! Lol
I wish i could make more of them😂
Wow thats the first time I see these headlights on the mk6! Best looking of them all
Thank you! Im glad. I love it, gets tonss of looks at night😂
Going tomorrow to a dealership to look at a 70k mile 2013 GTI, hopefully all goes well.
I believe I’ll be just fine at that mileage
I got a 4 doors DSG from 2012, I got 110k (kilometers), that's my everyday and family car and I love it! Hope that I can run another 110k at least!!! Cheers from Belgium
Did have any problems till now?
@@moosaquadri1829I got the Intake manifold to change and some valves... Now I'm about to change the wastegate because it's potentially defective...
@@quebeclima2006 how much did it cost altogether roughly
@@moosaquadri1829 If you want to ""safe your car" as much as possible, replace your timing chain and wastegate, those are the twoo bigs possible issues... Almost 2000eur both...
@@quebeclima2006 I’m looking to buy a gti mk6 driven around 150k (kilometres) but prices are really high in Australia right now
Quick Personal reviews of your gtis? Looking to get a 2013 gti, possibly even a tdi in the next 2 months. What’s y’all’s opinion?
Nice video mate and amazing headlights! Where can I find them? Can you give us a link? Thank you
Thanks alot man! Unfortunately theres are a one of a kind hand made headlight...
Stuck between three cars: MK6 gti, BRZ/FRS, or a miata
JustnwiN that’s a very easy choice if your looking for cheaper higher hp modifications. If your looking for just looks brz/frs is great but slow. Miata in my opinion is not that great
@@Wynot No brainer not the mk6, too many problems with it. Sometimes the mk6 will be the slowest, when it breaks down ..... and it will.
fuel consumption?
Im selling my e46 5speed tomorrow an hopefully picking up a mk7 GTI hopefully soon so im used to German sports cars i cant wait!
I plan to have mk6gti,its stil worth it?2021
Yes !!!
Subscribed!
When is the Gti give away... Thats a dope car 😎
Aye if I get to 150,000 subs I’d totally be down to!
@@Wynot love your content man.. Love all the way from 🇳🇦.. Keep it up man.. Im sure will hit that 150k in no time
Wow thanks a lot man this support means the world to me🙏🏼
I know right I ❤ the color
getting a 2010 tmr and hoping it's more than an amazing daily!!!
edit: eh man hondas are cool.
where did you get your headlights
I might be getting a 2013 gti this weekend if everything looks good it’ll be my first car
nice man i’m getting a 2010 gti this weekend for my first too. Congrats!
Kevin Beauchamp thanks and hopefully you get it I love mine
@@Kk4lhoe did you get it
@@allan8524 yes i got it aha such a nice car
@@Kk4lhoe that’s good I got it too but can you add me on snap just wanna talk about them more @allan_king03
If it is a wrap on that car how much was it, I’m considering a wrap
They cost about 2000 or so depending on the quality
Upgrade your timing chain and tensioner and than reliability is excelent.
How much does that cost?
Daniel Vela depending where you are, anywhere from $1000-$2000
@@nip2121 OEM parts costs about 180 euros (200 USD)... timing chain, tensioner, guides. You don't need to change oil pump chain and balance shafts chain if your car has less than 300.000kms. That would take about 4-5 hours of labour. 1000-2000$ is robbery for that kind of job, typically for "stealership".
I have changed timing chain, tensioner and guides for about 400$. No one had problem ever with that.
Fedja Drndarski here in the US, that’s what we have to pay if we want it done by a shop, unfortunately. Stealership is even more... that’s of course where I am at.
@@nip2121 I know that in US labour prices are pretty high. For e.g. 120 USD per h ... But parts can be bought relatively cheap. And experienced mechanic should not take more than 8hrs for timing chain/tensioner update. If you have garage, you probably can learn how to do that job alone, without paying labour. Tools are not so expensive there.
I’m looking for a gti mk6 driven around 150,000kms and right now in Australia the average price for a mk6 gti is $14k driven 150kms, is it worth buying a gti mk6 right now?
Is the 14k Australian money or the US dollar? Cuz if it’s US then definitely not worth it.
@@Wynot Australian
I’d say more in the 12,500 area if records are up to date on maintenance
@@Wynot hopefully I’ll find one
You will! It’ll happen
This guy is the real deal! A+ video!
I’m buying a 2011 gti 2.0 for 5k with 160k miles it has new oil filter new transmission filter
Is 140,000 a lot for a mk6?
Hey Im trynna get a MK6 GTI with 180000km. Do you have any advice?
This cars are reliable after you spend a good 3k on them... Timing chain tensioner failure is a thing for them from very early on... Also fuel pump module, and intake manifold failure are very common.. So if you have an extra 3k to 4K to spend on parts and labor and another 1k in random maintenance or break downs then you will be okay...
Dude I have one so I know what I’m talking about, I love the car but they do have issues... Lookup intake manifold issues it’s like super common, also the fuel pump module is common too.. The tensioner issue is found in all mk6 models with some exceptions..
old thread but this is subjective in a way, some peoples last forever some peoples dont its like the water pumps and people dont run to the forums to say that their car works perfect lol they run to report issues, you just got unlucky with your stuff
@J.Barona02 timing chain tensioner, PCV, water pump, intake manifold, rear main seal, diverter valve are all common
Let’s say you leave it 100% stock and just do the fluid changes like you’re suppose to daily driving work and back only ! (Grandma driving)
What do you think? Think it’ll last a while ? (Thinking of getting one)
Definitely
They are so nice but too risky I want one so bad but the reliability keeps my away
Ended up getting a Honda si
@@kevindodgersguerra2927 what year? haha
@@McDzy 2013
@@kevindodgersguerra2927 good choice haha. ive been looking at some gti, but i already got an Si, so im thinking if i should even look at these gtis
@@McDzywhat year is yours? no point unless you want something new with a turbo engine, but the gtis are fun to drive but once they break, they cost an arm and a leg lol. That kept me away tbh.
link the head lights pls
The headlights are homemade unfortunately
I be looking at mk6 golf gti, mk6 golf r or the nice looking scirocco r.
Ohhhh yes
Hey Wynot, I'm looking into 2 vehicles, a Mk 6 GTI or an 08 Acura TL Type S. Ik they 2 different vehicles but I feel like the GTI has more mods but is less reliable than the Acura. What are your thoughts?
Denis Ciobotar in the long run the tl will probably last longer but the gti will give you more enjoyment everytime you drive it. Up to you in what u want. Fun time of ownership or long time ownership but both will last you multiple years
What are your headlights bro?!
Custom made! By a very skilled everyday guy.
You gonna start selling those headlights?? 😈
No unfortunately haha😂
Doesn't know what to do with his hands right now.
😂😂😂 I noticed too
My GTI was significantly less reliable than my Toyotas. Nice car to drive, great handling and build quality, rubbish to own. They are not good as a daily driver. They break often, expensive to repair and the the stealerships are devious bastards. They have horrendous engineering flaws and if it goes wrong, VW don't care. If you want your wallet to burst into flames, go ahead and buy a VAG product.
I want to buy a used one and mod the shit out of it is 12k worth it for 2014 with 60k miles
After 3 years, do not buy this car
ONE MORE TILL 100!!!
MARKKKKK!! Not “eeM..Kay”...and
160k ? Lol should be way more than that .
Honda gang