vw tag
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Best person to fix electric windows on VW. Advice One window the motor stopped pushing the wondow over half way and the other seemed to jump off the runners. Who would be best suited to repair them! Normal mechanic, auto electrician, VW specialist! I realise it will prob cost a bit and I want to go to th... |
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How to work out market value of VW Golf GT 2004? What is the easiest/best way to work out the market value of a car!Have looked on Trade Me but prices vary a lot depending on if they are through car dealers or private.Trying to work this out for insurance and they say I need to give them the market valu... |
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Tell me about the Mk 4 VW Golf Hello, I'm looking for some advice please. We need to upgrade our ageing Corolla and I fancy a Golf as I owned an Audi A3 a few years ago in Scotland and it was nothing but reliable and was build like a tank. But what is servicing and parts costs for ... |
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Vw golf maintenance sites hi, does anyone know of websites with information on vw golf maintenance (Mk5, 2004)! especially looking for sites with pics on coolant replacement etc. I suppose an onlinemanual would be too much to ask for. thanks in advance |
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Replacing water pump on 98 VW Polo Can you just replace cambelt ($53 Supercheap) and water pump ($106 Repco) or do you need to buy a 'whole kit' approx $1500! Is the job a major as far as labour! It's the 1600cc 8 valve engine. Advice appreciated, thanks. |
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Is this the best thing VW's ever done! http://www.stuff.co.nz/technology/gadgets/6193048/VW-agrees-to-kick-the-Crackberry-habit All joking aside I think it's a great idea. |
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White vw golf in cambridge! hi does anyone know or seen a white vw golf driving round cambridge with an offers sign in the window!saw it go past the other day but couldn't see his number. if anyone could point me in the right direction it would be appreciated thanks |
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Respaying a VW Kombi Hi,can anybody recommend a panel & paint shop in the Auckland area. I'm wanting to respray a VW Kombi ! |
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Question re VW Beetles. Looking at buying a VW Beetle, are there any specific things to look out for when looking for the right one! Any info regarding them would be appreciated! |
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Vw carbs my carbs on my 1600 variant are flogged out ,is there any alternitive carbs i can use ! i want to remain standard any ideas > |
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91 VW Golf 1800 not running well.! Hey guys. any ideas on why it would be! Is a fuel injection, auto MK2 golf. Has a missfire when starting up. That goes away after a bit. And it surges when driving. Thanks! |
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Ogier signs with VW for WRC Seb Ogier has signed a contract with VW. http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=VeicxXyqwvw&feature=feedu |
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VW Golf Hi am wanting to buy a hatchback around the 12,000 dollar mark. Are vw golf's any good! I have always owned nissan's and am not sure whether to go for a european car. It needs to be under 100,000kms and 2000 or newer in years. |
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VW 2006 GTI golf. we are looking at one of these, what info can you all give me please! |
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Is this VW Passat a good buy! 418387990 What do you all think! Good buy for the asking price or not! What are they like in terms of reliability! Are VW parts relatively well-priced generally!Thanks in advance! |
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Maintenance costs on VW Passats are they generally no different from any other car on the road these days (except of course for extremely rare exotics, oldies or Volvo's). Anyone have a rough estimate what a CV should set me back on the 98 Passat! Cheers. |
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Shock absorbers VW LT35 Campervan Any suggestions about replacing the shock absorbers for a VW LT35 campervan! |
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Door lock knobs that would fit 1998 VW Golf! Help Hi I am looking to replace door lock knobs on my 1998 VW Golf, hopefully with something from another vehicle make. Three of the four door knob locks snapped off like they were plastic from the $2 shop. Anyone had the same problem! Thank you in advance for... |
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1600 air cooled vw can anyone tell me ho much oil a 1600 vw motor takes |
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1999 VW Passat 2.8 Good/Bad/Otherwise 110km on the clock, sedan, 4motion passat. Ive taken it for a test drive, it goes real good. Anything i should be checking for! The cambelt service etc has not been done yet but been told good for at least 120km. |
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Altezza vs VW Polo GTI Yo guys, i'm soon gonna buy my first car and wondering whether I should buy an Altezza (9k) or a VW Polo GTI (8k). I'm looking for a car with as much power as possible :P but it should be reliable for at least one year. Whatcha guys think about th... |
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2011 VW POLO/GTI Test drove the new 1.2l turbo Polo today and what a fun car for something so small and such a small engine. Think I will buy one but really wanted to drive the GTI but would have to preorder and wait till Sept next year for delivery :( |
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Hi guys, 1997 VW Golf indicator light covers Indicator light in car when turned on indicates very fast,indicator not working outside,so I was sold light bulbs,please tell me how I get the cover off the front of the car to install the new bulbs,thank you. |
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VW-Audi Experts Looking idly at these (Passat/A4, mainly) - just want to know if the 4Motion system is the same as the Quattro system, or did VW get a cheaper version! TIA |
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VW Golf '98 bonnet won't open I went to open the bonnet on my 1998 Golf GL and it wouldn't unlatch from inside. I've pulled really hard on the cable but it seems stuck and nothing is happening. Does anyone have any ideas on what to do! |
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02 VW Passat - any good? Seen an 02 Passat at a good price. I know little about them; its 2.8V6, 4WD,leather, etc, 109k's. Anything to beware of! I've read a couple of overseas reviews but would appreciate any local info. Thanks. |
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Now here's a good use for a VW Polo http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=irLsjBDPe5c |
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VW Passat 4 Motion Any opinions on NZ New vs Import! |
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Car alarm in vw wont stop! Please help.was away for a while so had to re-charge battery on my 96 vw when I got back, charged battery and put back into car but now the car alarm wont turn off no matter what I do.please help anyone! |
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VW beach buggy rebuild Am restoring a fibreglass VW buggy. The windscreen is shot. Home built steel square section frame with fairly ugly glass in rubber system. Frame rusted out. Can anyone recommend someone in Hamilton to fabricate a complete new one, preferably out of alloy.... |
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VW Kombi 1960 Deven Caravette We have a 1960 deven caravette in our garage that a previous owner is interested in. We always thought that we would one day restore it. But it has been sitting there for around 15 years and has only been used as a kids play house. It is mainly complete i... |
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VW golf Fault codes Heres some of them: http://img849.imageshack.us/img |
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VW Golf. So my granparents have just given me one for my birthday 2000 standard golf. When i start it when its cold, it starts then dies. I leave it for 10mins, start it again and with a few revs behind it it starts - but sounds like a tractor. It is blowing alot ... |
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VW golf 2 litre 2001 any good Looking at some on t/me what are the issues with these, are the 1800's all turbo |
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VW Leaking Rain into Driver side A friends car is leaking rain and pooling at the drivers side floor in heavy downpours - like today. There is no sunroof and she has had the hose the the doors and windows and it has not revealed where the leak is coming from. Wherever it is it is quite b... |
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Wagons - Mondeo and VW Golf Owners :) After really wanting a Ford Escape 3L V6 then reading helpful and much appreciated advice on here, I have decided I would be better getting a wagon - comfort, economy, safety and easier to manuvoure being the main reasons. My vehicle will be mostly used f... |
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VW Nationals show & shine today ! VW Nationals show shine today at Orewa Domain,by the Orewa surf club. Sunday 24th 9am - 3pm |
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Locate OBD port VW Passat 1998 Anyone know where it is! The car is "jap spec" which means the manual is in Japanese. |
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Those newish vw beetles the guards are plastic, does someone know what the bonnet is made out of! |
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VW Golf - thoughts? I've had a browse through old forum posts about VW Golfs.I'm shopped around driving other makes, but my preference is a Golf. I'm looking at spending 10k and want to know if I should consider a 2000-ish Golf GTi or steer clear and go for a 2.0... |
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VW new beetle service CHCH Hi, just wondering who Cantabrians use to service their new beetles in Christchurch! Thanks. |
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Transparent car factory - VW Dresden's VW Phaeton plant.Amazing.Henry Ford would have approved. http://www.youtube.com/embed/nd5WGLWNllA!rel=0 |
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Help/info needed about 98 VW Passat 1.8T rack? Hey currently doing a steering rack change on a 1998 VW Passat 1.8 turbo an I have undone all the bolts etc apart from one that apears to be nearly impossible to get to let alone see without removing motor! I have undone both side tierod end nuts/bolts, t... |
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CAMBELT on VW Golf Has any had their cambelt done on their golf and how much did it cost! Mine will be due in around 10000km and just getting an idea what prices are out there (as not to be ripped off or know that I have a good deal) Would you take it to a VW dealership (fi... |
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NEW VW GOLF OR POLO Looking to replace 2007 Holden Astra 2.2 SRI with either a new 77kw VW Polo or a 90kw VW Golf TSI.Any opinions on reliability of the new VW's or would we be safer buying a Mazda3 SP25! |
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VW Cross Touran tyre troubles My wifehas a Cross Touran with Goodyear Eagle tyres . seems like every time it goes over a stone or kerb the tyre gets a puncture and they have to be replaced at $300+ each. Where in Auckland can you get good tyre advvice . the car has no room foraspare s... |
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Any scrap car places in West Auckland for VW parts I need a new side mirror & not prepared to pay over $100 for a new one.any names of places.(this is not my area of expertise ;) |
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Stranger than strange VW http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Volkswagen/auction-344944103.htm http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/19/154041419_full.jpg |
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Anyone have a 2000 vw beetle seatbelt stalk! Am desperately trying to find one of these for the passenger side of my bug. It all works but is missing the plastic cover so failed it's wof ;-(I've had the parts people / wreckers looking for me for a couple of weeks and can't find anything ... |
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Fault in VW "new" gearbox There are no "new" semi auto 5 speed gearbox's. The newer cars use 6/7 speed DSG gearbox's which would not "flare" in the same way as an auto. because they are not an auto. So. are we talking about the 5 speed |
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VW Touareg 4.2 V8 Hi, just wondering if anyone has any experience with the 4.2 V8 Touaregs!Considering a 04/05 vintage as these seem to be quite reasonably priced.I do however wonder about reliability . not sure why as they are probably fine, but its just the whole second ... |
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Vw trike What licence do you need to ride a vw trike |
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VW passat VS Audi A4 Much prefer Audi styling myself. What year Audi/VW! |
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New transmission for a 1998 VW Golf! Help - the transmission has gone in my (friend's) VW Golf. It's an automatic, 1998 Golf GL. Just got quoted $600-1500. Anyone know what a reasonable price for this job would be! Thanks |
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2000 VW Polo - transmission shifter assembly prob hey guys, we have another one of these stunning beasts - now this one doesn't pink or stall however we got it with the top of the gear shifter missing. We've acquired another gear shifter top but wouldn't have a bloody clue how to fit the thin... |
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Vw polo parts Hi, I'm trying to track down some headlight bulb sockets and the bulb clips for a 2003VW polo. Does anyone know I could get some! Have tried a few wreckers. Any help is appreciated. |
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Bucket seats in a VW Beetle I have a 1970's VW Beetle and im going to slowly do it up. I would like to fit it with some racing bucket seats.I have been told its difficult to do because you have have to get them certified and every thing. Is this true! |
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VW Golf Engine Help My son recently purchased a 1997 VW Golf a couple months ago. Its only done 170xxx kms. Hes only been taking it out for driving lessons during the weekends when hes had time to. Its recently gotten a cracked head in the motor and has been told to buy a wh... |
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VW Polo gear stick Probably a stupid question, but am looking at a VW Polo automatic that is for sale , and one thing that bugs me is the the writing that shows which gear it is in is on the left hand side of the gear stick, not the right hand side. Usually this is on the r... |
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Cheapest place to get a Cambelt Replacement for VW MK5 GTI |
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VW to electrify greek island Sounds like an ideal location for the vw techs seconded to keep an eye on the vehicles. I wonder if the same could be done for the Cook Islands or similar? |
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VW Passat headlight horror story From another (New Zealand) forum: VW Passat R36 stationwagon. Screen on the dashboard says: Turns out the bulbs are perfectly fine. It's the controller on the light that has shit itself, and it just thinks there is a fa |
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VW Gulf 2000 Does anyone know where l can get a second hand catalytic converter for this car, or is it possible to replace it with a muffler |
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What is the better Van Motorhome - the VW or the Mercedes? Am looking to by this type of Motorhome, as not wanting a cab over or bus. Is one maker better than the other? Pros and Cons really appreciated Thanks in advance |
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Hitzinger onboard for VW's Project Artemis Hitzinger previously with the 919 program and Apple, moves to VW to aim to develop Tesla challenging tech. |
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2006-2011 vw touareg 3.0 diesel, vs jeep 3.0v6 tdi I drove a mates vw touareg diesel, found it grunty and a definate contender for boat towing,as i think it would be better for towing than my current ute, are they reasonably easy to keep on the road reliability wise, same with the jeep?,would like to cons... |
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VW is the worlds most advanced spent most R&D just like i told you many times. https://www.autoblog.com/2021/01/10/vw-polo-oko-polo-prototype-100-mpg/ |
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VW Grand California - truck or van Just wondering, do you consider a VW Grand California a truck or a van? I think the insurance will be damned expensive. |
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VW Beetle (late 1960's) A long time message board stalker here, really find the knowledge base here amazing! My dear wife surprised me with an old Beetle 1500 for my birthday. The old girl (car not wife!) needs a fair amount of work done to get her into the condition I would lik... |
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VW Passat TDI "07 Ignition key fob. Bought a new key thingy off amazon for my passat tdi "07. Cheap enough, not just the plastic key but the whole fob [if that's the word]. Is it going to cost a zillion to get it programmed plus key cut to shape & where do i go to get that done [vw dealer?]... |
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Help with CV joint VW passat 2004 Hi I live in whangarei and need to replace the passenger side CV joint it is making a clicking a noise. I don't know much about cars, but have been told that this well cost me well over a thousand dollars. I can't believe it is this much. Are they ripping... |
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Vw passat fuel gage issues I have a 07 passat and the fuel gage has just started acting a little odd, last week when I turned the car on it read that it was empty (it was at least quarter full) and rectified itself the next time I used it, this afternoon it reads as 3/4 full when I... |
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Does anyone here own a VW Amarok? If so what is your opinion on them |
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VW Golf parts in Ch Ch? Hi all we need to get a kit to service the Auto Transmission on my sons VW Golf CLI, anyone know where the bet place to shop is? Thanks |
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VW Beetle exhaust emission light coming on on dash Anyone else have this problem, exhaust emission light keeps coming on, cars seems sluggish, mechanic/s turn it off, scan the car and say running ok, drive it home, next day, same warning light comes on. any suggestions. I would have thought the scan would... |
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VW Radial engine A guard over the rear I would think could be a good idea. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGeSIM_8BHY |
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Attention Jazzpianoma re VW Passat Sees to me that there are a hell of a lot of self appointed experts on here. I would have thought that if you have never owned a given make/model of car you cannot give a really valid opinion. |
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What should I do? VW Wagon. I have a '97 VW Golf full leather interior wagon with an exceptionally straight body with fancy aftermarket headlights,and nice mag wheels but a faulty, though driveable transmission, that would probably nett me quite a bit more if I wrecked it rather tha... |
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2004 VW Passat V6 4 Motion We have been looking at the above car. It's done 42000 km and drives very well. The dealer is selling it for just under $10,000. We are tempted. Would appreciate comments. |
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Toyota vs Mazda vs VW Help Please We recently sold our 18 year old Camry with 160,000km. Now its time to trade the 20 year old Primera with 175,000 kms. Liked both cars because they were reliable. Never broke down and pretty much just needed servicing and tyres. So now looking for a repla... |
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Any advice for sourcing electrodes for VW Marine? Keen to import some electrodes myself as the price the dealers are asking is insane, $50 for a small bolt with a piece of zinc on it that needs to be changed every 10-15 hours! The engine is a 3L TDI 265hp V6 hooked up to a Mercruiser Bravo 2 duoprop driv... |
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Vw polo cambelt Hi all,just got a 2002 vw polo and want to do cambelt,water pump etc.anyone know the best place to get the parts from,have someone to do the work,just need parts and costs,thanks. |
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Which wagon - Mazda, Subaru, VW? Looking to replace the Accord Euro (2011) in a couple of months. It's been a great car but it would be nice to have something a bit more versatile, with more cargo space. The new Mazda 6 seems like an obvious choice - similar sort of drive, and I really l... |
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Aircooled VW Engines http://www.dmfv66.com/ your local club. Also put a call out on nzveedubnuts as there are many on there in your area. |
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VW Passat The VW fans must be in bed. |
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Vw golf.no reverse Not sure what to do with this car. Its a 1999 auto and want it gone.Would it be worth while trying to off load it on T/M or send it to a wreckers.Aside from this,its in really good condition,but I have no need to fix it as have replaced with new car.Thoug... |
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Renault grand scenic or VW tour an 2004-2006ish The trusty legnum is no longer cutting it as we can't fit three car seats across the back. We've started looking around and like the two models Grand Scenic and Touran as they have 3 full seats in the middle so can get all 3 kids in that row and put the b... |
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VW Passat 2002 - V5 - 2.3 You have answered your own question. If you know little or nothing about cars take it to a mechanic |
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VW Tricks or Shorty Apart from advertising, I don't see any other purpose. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=875955430 |
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Audi Q3 <-> VW Tiguan So now I've come to terms with the fact (through help of this forum) it would be silly to take my Tiguan with me to AUS, I'm looking at what I'd buy over there (~30k). Obvious first choice is a Tiguan, so the same, but maybe a bit newer. Hard to get the R... |
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Can anyone answer some Q's - VW Toureg We're looking at the Toureg - probably a 2007/8 model with 3.6 engine, low kms. Husband heard some earlier models had engine problems and wondering if anyone knows what models/year these were? We are a family of 5 (3 kids at primary school) and it will be... |
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VW Passat HELP Hi there so I have a 2006 VW passat, i just listed it! Anyway, just tonight when i turned the heater on, the entire window fogged up with condensation, and there was a bad smell. The dash then said Check engine coolant, I took it home just down the road, ... |
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VW Passat 2002 - V5 definitely 98 or at the least 95. You will actually find the car costs you less to run if you stick with the higher octane fuel |
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Vw polo 5 speed manual 2003 Has anyone on here got a car like this, would you recommend it as a good car to learn in, wanting to get a smaller car for the kids to learn in, Your throughts would be appreciated, cheers milly |
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VW MK6 Golf Mechatronic oil leak? Fixable? Nearly time for the fortnightly update from Tonyt! I can't wait. |
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Vw passat 2002 (jazz) Has anyone one done cam adjusters on one of these? Does the engine need to come out? Or can you take the back of the head off release the cam chain tensioner. Take the cam pulleys off and slide it out under the cams? |
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97 VW Golf gli 1980cc Cutting out Anyone know why my golf cuts out randomly ? Just the engine but lights on dash stay on. It can restart again after a few minutes of sitting. |
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VW Golf GTi revs dropping? Sons mk 4 golf has just started dropping revs when coming to a stop (when completly lifting the throttle). Revs will drop momentarily to about 400revs, then it corrects itself to about 800 at idle. Idles fine on start up, but after an increase in revs and... |
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VW 002 000 hydraulic fluid Hi all Trying to find the right fluid. 2004 Bora 2.0. The Haynes book says VW 002 000. Is this synthetic or mineral. Which one do I need? I rang the local dealer and they were not sure which one it was. The reason I ask is that I s |
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VW Transporter van Anyone on here driven one of these on a dark country night? Do you find the headlights are. well, dismal? Perhaps it's just the 2018 model we have. Close to dangerously bad. |
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Vw tiguan recall fire risk https://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1118148_2018-vw-tiguan-crossover-recalled-over-fire-risk |
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VW Passat 2002 What engine, if its a W8 then you will need shares in a local fuel company. If its a 1.8T and 2002 is probably a singapore import, and if new oil pump required, damage may have already occured (they are prone to sludge build-up if wrong oil used). W |
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2003 VW engine lamp on High team I have a friend who is asking about his VW engine lamp on. Has had a scan done by VW agents who state that the catalytic converter needs replacing for $2500. He says it doesn't seem to be any different in power and performance. Is this a common ... |
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Tyre pressure for VW Golf Hi. I have recently bought a VW Golf with 195/65R15 tyres. Can someone please tell me what the correct tyre pressure should be? The info on the sticker inside the petrol flap says 180kpa -but that's only 26psi which is ridiculous! Many thanks |
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Transmission trouble in VW passat We have a 2001 VW Passat and the gear numbers on the dash all light up after the car has been moving for a short time. it has a wee bang when it happens, kinda like a gear slip. it wont go into tiptronic mode either. any help please as to what may be the ... |
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LOVE MY 2002 VW PASSAT! Those older B5 / B5.5 Passats are getting extremely cheap. We just purchased a 2001 B5.5 (thats the facelift of the B5) for 3.5k. Sedan, V5 (no cambelt), in excellent condition with service history. Finding it really good on fuel too - a lot of mixed onli... |
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Commonrail vw diesel and how it functions http://www.jameshalderman.com/images/vw/2_liter_tdi_common_rail.pdf |
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VW Caddy Potentially looking at getting one of these (new or very near new) for a work van for my new employee. Are they any good? Do they have any common faults to look out for? Any information is appreciated. Thanks |
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VW's The Highway Suppository At 258 MPG / 109 Km Per L. 6.5L fuel tank good for 650Km Available soon for USD$600 http://letvent.com/2013/12/31/chinas-new-little-car/ |
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VW Servicing West Auckland http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/volkswagen/auction-913917295.htm |
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4wd Stationwagon : Sub vs. VW. vs. ? Hi Im looking to go from my aging Lexus ES300 ( sweet car) to a touring AWD wagon (useful for mtbking and skiing) . But theres only a few option it seems. I'm looking at : 4wd, 2011+ model, |
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Battery - VW Bora (Wellington) Hi all - can anyone advise where to get a battery? Family have rang Marshall Batteries and Beaurepaires and the latter were cheaper for $184 with an Exide battery. Thanks. |
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VW Bora - Wellington cam belt change Hi all Thanks for the previous advice about the battery, sorted. The car has now just reached about 103,000 on the clock, do anyone have a suggestion where I should take it? Back to the VW Wellington on Kent Terrace? 2004, 2.0 standard petrol auto sedan. ... |
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Will VW become #1 for 2015? Toyota was biggest for 2014 but VW gaining. http://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/news/65539298/toyota-worlds-biggest-seller |
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VW - where to purchase timing belt kit? Hiya all Figured we might have it done at our own mechanic garage and purchase the parts. In the past he has been ok with that. Can you guys tell me some NZ sources where I can get some quality OEM parts from? VW Bora 04 standard auto 2.0. I have rang aro... |
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VW BORA 2001 SEDAN V5 looking at buying one in auto , any info would be grateful eg, reliable, petrol reliability, things to watch out for , parts cost etc |
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VW mechanics west auckland I'm looking for a mechanic to service VW Beetle, West Auckland. (Possible replace cambelt too). Are there any European car specialists in West Auckland? Thanks |
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Jazz or other VW know-it-alls Any reason not to consider a 2008 1.8 TSI passat? |
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How VW really do it http://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/news/72214666/volkswagen-could-face-28-billion-in-illegal-diesel-pollution-fines |
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Oh, could be costly for VW http://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/news/72214666/volkswagen-could-face-28-billion-in-illegal-diesel-pollution-fines |
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VW/Audi are toast - 11 Million fraud cars globally At least 11 million cars now implicated globally - VW has admitted. VAG group issue profit warning. |
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VW Audi prices Would the emissions cheating scandal affect used car prices of VW and Audi in NZ? Is the manipulation restricted just to emissions testing? What about other tests such as safety and reliability? |
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So Jazz was on Sean Plunket defending VW And putting Suzuki's safety rating down as a compassion. |
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VW Golf problems with Sills Hi not sure where to ask this my son has bought a VW Golf CLI 1996 it had a new warrant when he bought it 7mths ago, my DH noticed that the sills were crushed but as it had a warrant thought it was ok. But now my son can't get a warrant & the WOF place ja... |
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Vw touareg airbag fault. So Ill just stick this post here it may interest some people in the near future. As it appears a common problem. Airbag fault code. N180. Passengers side crash sensor open circuit. Remove passengers seat and bottom from 8 X bolts unplug seat connectors. r... |
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Not just VW. Looks like BMW is in trouble too, their share price has taken a hit. Other manufacturers also failed, but have not been named. http://i.stuff.co.nz/motoring/news/72416149/Diesel-fumes-testing-fuels-fears-that-VW-may-not-be-the-only-cheater |
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VW "quarantining" new cars http://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/news/article.cfm?c_id=3&objectid=11523668 Hundreds already out there. Smaller numbers of Audi and Skoda vehicles with the same engines were also likely to be affected. "" A statistic analysis by the Associate Press news ... |
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Vw, nz cars have cheat software Dear customer, We regret to inform you that the Type EA 189 engine built into your vehicle with the Vehicle Identification Number WVGZZZ----------- you submitted, is affected by software that causes discrepancies in the values for oxides of nitrogen (NOx)... |
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Ford diesel did worse than VW NOx output. http://www.bbc.com/news/business-34425306 Here they tested a golf and a focus diesels in real world driving. Golf was 4 times the lab NOx. at least 4 is better than 40. But wait, the focus is 5 times limit. Bugger. Results are skewed by golf being older m... |
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VW Golf Throttle mount rubber boot air leak. Any mechanics in here able to give an estimated amount of cost to replace the seal? |
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VW Golf Airbags My daughter is looking at a VW golf hatchback as her first car. As we live on a busy country road this seemed like a good idea as they apparently all multiple 12 airbags. Now we have looked into it some have as little as 4 and others have 12 but we cant s... |
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VW Bora Dash Error - Alternator Workshop We got the above error. Took it to VW Wellington, they did a scan and it was advised of a malfunction in the cooling system. Work to be done for the thermostat, coolant, temp sensor, thermo seal. $536. So does that means the alternator is fine? In the pas... |
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Just reading about emission scandal not just vw as i said vw just packing it in one hit executable programm as where others hide it more over the whole cycle and exploit the loop holes of what allowed in labor testing . |
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Are the VW Pasate W8 4Motions a good car? 2002 model,all the bells and whistles,under 200k,would like to buy one for me ma who has a wee corolla 1.3 but abit gutless to tow the trailer.What issue,s do I look for? Cheers AJ |
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How to make your vw more smooth and efficient. Straight from the horses mouth as they say. Stick some diesel in the oil. http://www.stuff.co.nz/business/world/73831791/vw-engineers-admit-rigging-co2-emissions-data |
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VW Amerok utes depreciating fast? I dont mean fast (cant edit heading!), but they seem to be alot less second hand than the japanese offerings when new prices are taken into account, or am I mistaken? Have the worked out to be reliable in the long term? |
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Vw trikes W.T.F, 1990 vw trike ,all legal , twin port `1600 motor , fitted with a 80s Honda front end with a 150mm dia front drum brake ! have up graded to a disc ,was goin to get mods certed but would have to go thru the whole cert process again ,fiik what a rort ... |
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How to test your VW emissions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDasGRtWNPo |
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NOX test vw has the best values of all .roflmao http://www.kfz-betrieb.vogel.de/index.cfm?pid=11049&pk=957534&type=article green red orange is the factor it exeeds the limmits benziner= petrol-er engine the ford is not a diesel beating vw and yes petrol also emit high nox as soon as they move to direct... |
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VW had done it before. Sneaky buggas. Give it 40 years and they'll cheat with spec's on their electric or hydrogen cars. "In 1973 Chrysler along with Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Toyota, and Volkswagen had to remove ambient temperature switches which affected emissions, ... |
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This VW debacle. If I owned one of the affected vehicles I'd be reluctant to let them recall the car and change it into a slower version that uses more fuel. It's always been a bit of a mystery to me that all the emission control nonsense seems to destroy the economy of a... |
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I ordered my flywheel and clutch kit for the vw How long do you think it took to get here? from the uk it was shipped. |
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VW sales down in Europe By a huge . Wait for it. 0.5 % http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-34844090 So much for that! They'll be teaching a course at uni for business crisis management using VW as model. To be fair down 25% in US but that's a much smaller market for them and they... |
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Vw transporter non driver here. i got one of these for my daughter. its got its got 2 things a key that you press to open the doors and another thing to turn the alarm off. im not used to these things a key and turn it and go was my lot. i seem to be doing something tha... |
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VW Passat steering rack bush replacement cost 1998 1800cc model wagon in Silver . 152000 kms also has airbag light on . I presume that's why it failed a WOF . Thinking if the Bushes are worn the rest of the rack must be as well so would it be best to replace complete rack, but at what cost . They ask... |
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VW scandal Anybody else remember Toyota being dragged through the mud over a handful of (supposedly) faulty accelerator pedals or electronic software programming issue (nobody seemed to be able to give an accurate description of what they actually did wrong).That wa... |
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VW Touran VS Toyota Ipsum and anymore? Ok guys I have done some research and gone through most of the threads about people movers on TM. I have narrow two of the cars that I like.The car will usually carry 2 kids and sometimes 2-3 extra adult passengers. I'm after reliability, cheap to run... |
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VW mechanic Orewa, Hibiscus Coast area? Hi All, can anyone recommend a Good VW mechanic in the Orewa, Hibiscus Coast area! |
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Fitting VW Amorock weels to hilux 2wd Hi to the tyre expert out there looking at fitting 2012 VW 17 inch wheels 5 stud to 2wd Hilux what are the problems if they work if any tm listing no 574267073 for refferance opinions appreciated |
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Advice Please. A female customer of mine buys a 2002 vw beetle with only 150k on clock 5 weeks ago she has several cars and has A female customer of mine buys a 2002 VW Beetle with only 150k on clock 5 weeks ago. She has several cars and has only driven the VW 3 times and a total of 460 ks. On Saturday she was driving through Kinleith Forest and blew a heater hose, she had 2 Loggi... |
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VW Wheel Badges Might be a strange request but the wheel badges on my VW Gold have all but one fallen off and I was wondering if anyone knew where I could get them from!They are made of light alluminium and you glue them in the middle of the mag/wheel |
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Oily Film on VW Golf Plastic I've noticed that a lot of the interior plastic in our 2003 VW Golf has a sticky, almost oily, film on it.It doesn't rub off easily, and seems to be mainly on the steering column cover and around the central console area.Do any of you gurus have a... |
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VW Polo 1400cc 3-cylinder? Are these as reliable as other VW motors - have been asked by elderly relative who is looking for a good sound runabout for about 10k (she's looking at a 2007 polo) |
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1990 VW Passet GT. Trying to find an average price to decide on what to do with it it runsstarts well etc but could do with a fu Trying to find an average price to decide on what to do with it It runs/starts well etc but could do with a full tune. Manual gearbox Tidy-ish inside Wof check failed on rear subframe front bush's/ both wheel bears & a rear shock boot etc is a lit... |
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2003 VW Golf Servicing etc Costs? We're looking at replacing our current 2nd car with a medium sized station wagon of some sort.I was keen on a Subaru Outback 3L, but my wife less keen because of the fuel consumption and apparent attractiveness to thieves - whatever car it is, it'... |
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I love my vw turn on lites @nite Xmas night, gave a "turn on START, w/auto headlight rotation, UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, then shut toFOG off HIGH! End of light show to applause. |
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VW Passat 1.8t owners Looking at buying one, but have been reading they cost a fortune to maintain. I know the parts cost more but one with lowish km's shouldn't need constant repairs. Anyone owned one! |
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1990 VW Passet GT. Any short cuts to fixing the drivers door handle apart from replacement it39s pulling away from the door in t Any short cuts to fixing the drivers door handle apart from replacement. It's pulling away from the door in the middle of the handle Probable cost of replacement front brake rotors as well & are they easy enough to swap over (no sneaky tricks) |
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VW golf using oil is this common with vw turbos, have people tell us its quite normal for those to use oil |
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VW 2.5T owner's manual Anyone know where I might be able to find one of these for a 2003 camper > |
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VW Beetle & tether bolts Do the new beetles have tether bolts! If not, can one be fitted! |
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Vw up anyone know about em seen em for sale in europe and looked on tradme non on sale here. |
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VW passat 1999 Got a crack in the auto trans sump. Can not find a dipstick like a normal auto transmission. What fluid do I put in, how much fluid, and where on the transmisson do I put the fluid. Thanks in advance |
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VW Headlights Passat Does anyone know the contact details of a auto spare parts shop online that deals in imported new headlights |
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VW Tiguan - Petrol or Diesel.what would you buy? My driving about 10-11,000Km year max. Apart from the difference in purchase price any body recommned for other reasons the purchase of nearly new one over the other!.eg reliability/cost to service/resale etc etc Thanks |
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VW Passat 1998 cranking, not starting Title says it all. Checked everything, spark plugs are new and there are sparks. Fuel pump working, used device that checks for fuel pressure, it passed. Car broke down in traffic, started once after, hasn't started for 2 weeks. Battery seems ok. Radi... |
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I want a VW Touran Is it a good car? Any thoughts? |
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Mazda 6, Honda Accord, VW Passat ? Looking to purchase a used car shortly, have been looking around and seem to have narrowed it down to the three above, just wondering if anyone has any pros and cons on all three!Looking to spend approx $13K, would like around 2004/2006 model, needs to be... |
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2009 Vw Scirocco Tsi, 2009 Audi Q7 4.2 don??™t be fooled by the myth of ???German engineering"Nz New, service agents history 20,000 kms lols Test drove both, powerful and thats it! http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/81/236868681_full.jpg http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/66/2... |
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Any Ideas re VW Golf gauges not working after jump I jump started my Golf Auto with terminals round wrong way - now rev counter and oil pressure light is flashing and auto wont change gear- Any ideas! |
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1996 VW Golf Have been offered to swap my car for a 1996 VW Golf 2000cc manual. What are they like! Any good! Would it be worth swapping with mine and on selling it!I know that they look ugly as hell. Cheers |
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VW Golf 90kw TSI This message is really for Jazz -Looking at moving from Honda Civic 2008 (and have been a Honda man for years) to a 2012 Golf TSI 90kw ex demo (very low k's of course). I travel a very modest 4000 km's per year and my wife has a Polo (2011 model) ... |
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Ford Transit or VW motorhome? Hi. Looking for a 6 berth campervan but can't find any kW figures for a 99 ford transit 2.5l TD 5 speed manual. Does anyone know! Have had a VW previously and the power in it was fantastic. Could tow a boat at the speed limit no problems at all and ma... |
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Vw touareg I see these recommended over Japanese vehicles. Anyway I had one in it at work today towed in the guy was not happy just spat a belt off and destroyed a few plastic pullies and a seized tensioner. He was saying it was $1500 cheaper to have his cambelt don... |
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VW's 1.2TSI 77kW - Thoughts Anyone driven a car with the above donk! I was impressed with how much get up and go it had. Had just driven a Mini Clubman S 1.6 turbo before. I preferred the Skoda Yeti with the 1.2 engine. |
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Great recommendation for VW (and the mechanic!). Take a look at this listing: 508690400 . 130,000k and needs a new engine! Seriously, this is surely just a case of a very incompetent mechanic. |
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2005 VW Beetle My girlfriend is thinking about getting a 2005 VW. We'd be keen to hear from anyone who has owned one as to what they think of these cars. |
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VW Touran: Known issue with FSI engines! We are looking to buy a Japanese imported 2004 VW Touran with 2.0 FSI engine. The saleman's said the engine had been 'repaired/replaced' for a known issue with these type of engines costing approx. $3K. The story is something happens to the ge... |
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2006 Vw Lt35 anyone done cam/diesel pump belts on these shit boxes without using a dial guage adaptor for the diesel pump! diesel pump belt stripped |
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VW Beetle Query. I have a friend with one of these (2001) and she has been told by her garage that she needs a new Airbag computer (presumably the Airbag ECU). I think its just the airbag light on. Does she really need the ECU! isnt this usually just an underseat wiring p... |
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VW Golf Mk4 The high beam headlights on this model are very good. I know this because the 'tard owner of one of these vehicles just followed me all the way from Kelburn out to Karori with his high beams on. Blissfully unaware. (S)he must have thought I was talkin... |
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Jazz and VW's. You might like to check this site and complainthttpwwwnotgoodenoughorgviewtopicphpt41086 you might like to check this site and complainthttp://www.notgoodenough.org/viewtopic.php!t=41086 |
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Advice please on a VW Beetle 2000 onward I have my heart set on buying one of these but have been advised by salesmen in varies yards not to touch them with a barge pole as expensive and hard to get parts. Advice please. :) |
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VW Passat 2000 knocking noise? ok I need help.My car has just had the suspension on both sides done (both arms as well) due to failing wof.Now Im not sure if there was ever a knocking before, but now (or perhaps louder) there is this constant knocking when im accelerating, when im in i... |
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Servicing and repairs around central Auckland for VW Golf Anyone has a good recommendation? It is an old-ish mark 4. I drove a Japanese car previously so pretty much anywhere would do.. |
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VW passat V5 cam chain or belt? Thank you. |
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Importing a car from Japan. Looking to import a vw golf 2007 08 from japan have a family member in tokyo that could view not sur Looking to import a VW Golf 2007-08 from Japan. Have a family member in Tokyo that could view .Not sure if these cars meet NZ standards now. Any other pitfalls Ineed to know Cheers |
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Vw passat wheels A long shot.anyone on here happen to know are there other wheels apart from audi that fit on my 1999 vw passat. thanks |
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31 PICT CARBY OFF VW HELP PLEASE Anyone know of a Carby Specialist in Pukekohe please! We have an issue with he carby, put a new kit in it but still seems to be over fueling tried everything but no go. |
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Any VW people here, gearbox Hi there, looking at getting a 97 VW gold GLI. I'm looking at an auto one which appears to be missing its top gear. What are the possible problems! Quite a major I imagine! Any info or input would be great. Thanks |
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VW Passat 1998 fuel pump location? Where will I find the fuel pump for a Volkswagen Passat 1998! Somewhere near the fuel tank at the back! The car manual is in Japanese, which doesn't help. Car broke down in traffic this morning and got it towed home, tested for sparks in engine and sp... |
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Informed opinion please on VW Passat 1.8T 1998 Hi - if anyone has good knowledge of these (and I don't meanthe usual Euro-bashers who hate European cars even though they've never had one) I'd be grateful for some informed advice onany common issues they have. I have heard the Golfs give tr... |
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VW 5 speed transmission - Jazzman. As per my Mondeo thread we are looking just in case our 98 Passat transmission 'issue' is terminal, i suspect and hope its not. Anyhoot, it revs up until about 3000rpm shifting up 3rd to 4th to 5th. Have been told from a VW specialist is could be ... |
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VW Passat transmission service costs. Anyone know what a basic flush only should set me back!. 5 speed tiptronic box with the 1.8T engine. Ive had 3 quotes and all are wildly different. |
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My landlord used to work at the VW Factory in Germany back in the mid '60s. He gave me some parts he had under the house, not many so I might list on this site. They're for a Variant model. Not sure of the value so I guess they will be $1. |
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Removing an engine from a VW Golf This video shows how http://whitetrashrepairs.com/white-trash/redneck-engine-removal/ |
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VW BEETLE 2002- ANYONE DISMANTLING? anyone out there have a 2002 vw beetle they are wrecking! |
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VW Golf Service - Christchurch I have to get my wifes VW serviced for the warranty every 6 months.Is it really necessary to take it to Miles and pay $400 for what seems like to me a pretty straight forward process for any good mechanic!Any suggestions where I could get it serviced by a... |
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Jazz - anyone -VW - passat - parts Do you know what the going rate for a cambelt / waterpump etc replacement is for the 1.8T engine! In a 98 passat. Also, is it worthwhile bringing in parts myself for the mechanic to fit or is that just a hassle for me and an annoyance for the mechanic. Im... |
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Hot rodded vw beetle about a year ago there was a black vw for sale on here, had little front guards (i think) roof chop, blue celtic flames or something like that. i think there was a person or company building them. does anyone know of the builders or the car i mean! |
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First reddie in years-yep it was a VW I haven't had a bad rep inyears. Everybody as happy as larry with how the stuff is described. I auction the first darned piece of eurotrash (98 VW Golf 1800) andbahdabingbad rep.Go figure--darn thing was daily driver for the owner.Loaned to my parents... |
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1990 VW Passet GT (4cyl) Son is looking at a manual model at the mo thats a bit tired but still running ok. Whats the most common probs to check on/ lemon statis/ general availability of parts etc. Front brake rotors have a lip Drivers door handle is falling apart Both seats are ... |
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VW DSG Transmission -good or bad? Well guys heres the thread for discussinghow goood or bad the VW/Auditransmission really is. Drag out the facts as you know em. |
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VW fuel efficiency & service due? I am about to put my car in for very much due service, it's a 2ltr 2000 VW Golf, auto.I do find it chews thru the fuel though, what can I ask mechanic to do, (if anything) to ensure that it is running at optimum fuel efficiency! Anyone please.I am sur... |
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2005ish VW Golf Looking at a little hatch and thought this car was cool - 2.0 or so. Being German is a little scary, are these cars reliable! Meaning no breakdowns monthly like a Merc or BM! |
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Jazz and VW's. Jazz you will remember the mint condition 2005 mk 5 golf i had bloody nice car drove well and in very origina Jazz you will remember the mint condition 2005 Mk 5 Golf I had. Bloody nice car, drove well and in very original condition with low KM's. Well yesterday the lady I sold it to comes in to ask if she's doing something wrong as the wipers arn't g... |
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VW Golf wont DRIVE? in park or neutral Okay my car starts but wont let me put it out of park or neutral! The light seems to stay on (one with the foot pedal picture) |
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VW GOLF CHAIN OR BELT DRIVEN? Looking at a VW GOLF 1996 1800cc, does anyone know for a fact if it is belt or chain driven! No mention of it in owners manual and mixed answers via google etc. |
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