mat.m. Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 (edited) Im looking to buy a Lupo GTI, are these the things I should be checking?Rear spoiler bubbling links to high level brake light failure3rd brake light leakingRear washer pipe breakingCrank case breatherHeater matrix failingBonnet release lever worksCentral Locking – Check it repeatedlyElectric windows – Make sure the open smoothlyExhaust isnt blowing as it sits low (Check CAT)Panels for dents – Aluminum bodyInterior trim wear - Handles, Seats, Gear knob, Steering wheel?Brake SqueelPedal box Clutch pedal lower than brake pedal Stiff gear change Crunching into reverse Hard to engage first Clunky when moving 5th to 4th, 3rd to 2nd. Very Low bite point.Gear boxes (WHAT DO I CHECK/ AND HOW)???? Indicator stalks failingRoof gutters rusting undersideRear arch liners intactHesitant at just under 2krpm means you need a new coil pack and ht leads/ ECU updateIf you know of any more thing to add to the list please help me out!Many thanks, Mathew Edited October 12, 2008 by mat.m. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EaRNi! Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 rust? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat.m. Posted October 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 Yeh i read somewhere about rust, thats why i put a question mark by it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Defcon5 Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 Crank case breather heater failingWhats this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat.m. Posted October 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 Whats this?Dont know it was one of the items when i searched buying guides, I think its meant to say 'Crank Case Breather' and 'Heater Matrix' as a second itemI shall amend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EaRNi! Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 aluminium doesnt rust does it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat.m. Posted October 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 It shouldnt, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee_ Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 Technically it oxidises but that shouldn't be much of a worry though.Where aluminium is mated to steel though problems are more likely to occur, as can be seen here http://www.h-e-l.co.uk/info/aluminium-fittings.htmI haven't seen this on any lupo GTi's yet though. Also check the headlights work properly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossjohnc Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 It's nice to see someone actually doing their homework rather than just asking.Gearbox - crunching in to reverse is pretty normal (unless excessive) as there's no synchro on reverse. Just watch out for a general stiff change, this is indicitave of failure IME. 1st gear is typically 'notchy' on the 6 speed box, not a worry, but possibly a haggling point.Also check the rear spoiler (unique to the GTI) for any bubbling - this usually goes together with high brake light failure due to water leakage and saturation of the honeycomb body of the spoiler.Aluminum won't rust as mentioned - and the ally panels on the GTI aren't welded in any way to the main body, so no problem there. Do check the rear arches, make sure arch liners are still intact etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moono_16v Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 Good luck finding a 'PERFECT' one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingcorn Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 hesitation at just under 2krpm means you need a new coil pack and ht lead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingcorn Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 kangaroo hopping from cold can be common fault and is curable, but i forget what cures it. possibly ecu dealer update or maybe a first sign of the above fault. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossjohnc Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 kangaroo hopping from cold can be common fault and is curable, but i forget what cures it. possibly ecu dealer update or maybe a first sign of the above fault.That really is just a trait - I think driver adjustment is the cure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingcorn Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 i had everyday for ages. but since about 6 months have never had it since. i had 2 things done ecu update and coil pack/ht change. so its one of those that completely eliminates it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee_ Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 You'll get used to the kangaroo hopping, just be gentle with the throttle whilst its cold and on fast idle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingcorn Posted October 12, 2008 Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 check xenons work well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat.m. Posted October 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2008 Updated, thanks for all you input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliveski Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 Locking nut present.Compressor Pump present.Tyre Weld present.Air conditioning works / Heated seats work (if fitted). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jon_273 Posted October 13, 2008 Report Share Posted October 13, 2008 (edited) Pedal box Clutch pedal lower than brake pedal (GTi's don't suffer from the pedal box problem)That is a very extensive list. Nice to see someone who has done a bit of research and put some thought into it However, some of the things in the list are not really specific to the GTi, they are things you would check on any car, i.e. brake squeel, heater matrix etc. Perhaps we should use this to make a list of just GTi-specific items, and pin it for future reference??Also check:for a cambelt and waterpump change every 40k or 4 yearsthat the headlight washers on the xenons work (if they don't then it may be because the washer fluid level is too low; top it up and try again)General items:service historybrake fluid every 2 yearstyre treads Edited October 13, 2008 by jon_273 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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