tajbhambra 0 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 I am about to buy a *MINT* condition VR6 with FSH and 120k miles on the clock.It is on its original clutch and original timing chains.The clutch is neither slipping nor the chains rattling.It has been regularly serviced by VW.Should I be worried about this? It is a 1995 (M) for £2100 Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Pete 1,455 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 Listen to the timing chains is my advice, and read our buyers guide - Usually Chains need doing around the 100k mark, and headgaskets. some are ok, any may not need doing for a little while longer, but you can easily inspect the top chain guide for wear... Link to post Share on other sites
tajbhambra 0 Posted May 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 Pete thanks for the quick feedback.Realistically, in your experience though, should I be going into this purchase aasuming that the chains+clutch will need doing sooner rather than later?I was surprised that the clutch had gone so long without a change. If so, is £2100 for a 1995(M) reasonbale?what sort of cost will the chains+clutch pan out at?Regards Link to post Share on other sites
tdub 0 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 Do you have a link to the VR ? From Pheads or autotrader?Has it any mods? Link to post Share on other sites
tajbhambra 0 Posted May 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1718696.htm Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Nat 9 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 looks pretty good mate... my only concern would be why he is selling it after 2 months, it could be genuine or it could be hiding something... like chains... this can be a £600-700 job.However it could be a genuine car and a great buy... just keep your wits about you when viewing it and dont get over excited about polished paintwork, be sure to check for rust patches, or signs of the arches waving etc and have a good listen to the engine noise, and remember chain noise can really only be heard when you have the bonnet open and get someone else to rev the car to 1500 revs, you will soon hear if they are not ok.Good luck and let us know how you get on. :) Link to post Share on other sites
RAPgolfvr6182 2 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 i can hear my chain rattle on tickover never mind raving it up to 1500 rpm. Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Pete 1,455 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 Are there any members near where the car is to take with you that may be a little more experienced?check this thread: http://www.vr6oc.com/e107_plugins/forum/forum_viewtopic.php?151640 to see what chain rattle sounds like Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Nat 9 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 the title has changed to 'deposit taken'?!?!? Link to post Share on other sites
tajbhambra 0 Posted May 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 Thanks guys, I left a £20 deposit on saturday.The bodywork is all mint etc... and it seemed to drive well, etc.. I was surprised to learn that it was still on the original clutch, etc.. I hadn't come across a clutch that lasted so long in a performance car. I have become a little concerned about various posts in relation to the timing chain change at 100k miles or so.If it means I spend a few hundred more and get a vr6 with lower miles, or one where at least the clutch/chain has been done, so be it. Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Nat 9 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 It is down to you whether you have the time or money to take the risk... its might be a solid car and the chains may carry on strong to 150k.... but it may be the case that within a year you will be having to do it... (i did mine at 101k) glad to get it out of the way to be fair... but if you dont really want to have that worry then keep looking, there is plenty out there. Only you can make that call... Link to post Share on other sites
tdub 0 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 Im no expert but it seems a bit expensive for the mileage.Have you been looking long? looked at any of these?http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1658961.htmhttp://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1505767.htmhttp://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1686677.htmhttp://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1721854.htmhttp://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1650504.htmhttp://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1656864.htmNot saying they are neccessarily better but you should try to look at at least 3-5 examples before buying imo.Also, go for a highline if possible. I regretted that after I bought mine, I then had to buy the leathers etc which bumped the price up that I originally paid. Link to post Share on other sites
vr6stormt 0 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 do you get those ring stickers when you have been to the ring? Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Nat 9 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 do you get those ring stickers when you have been to the ring?Yeah you can buy them there.... people dont normally put them on if they havent been, cuz that would just look stupid. Link to post Share on other sites
vr6stormt 0 Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 yep thought so it didnt say in the ad that its been ragged round the ring lol Link to post Share on other sites
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