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Old 03-19-2010, 11:12 AM   #1
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Question 2001 Golf, 97K, $6,000 -- Should I buy?

Hi, I'm in the market for a used VW Golf or Jetta, and I know almost nothing about cars, so I need a lot of help. (Don't be surprised if I post a lot of these types of postings.)

An auto broker is selling a 2001 VW Golf with 97K miles in "excellent" condition for $6,000. KBB prices it at around $4,500-5,200 for a good-to-excellent condition private party value. The car has power everything (windows, locks, etc.), auto transmission, and a sunroof. He e-mailed me the AutoCheck report, and it shows that the vehicle has had 3 owners, been in one collision with another vehicle, and was serviced 5 times until around 50K miles (when it switched owners, I assume). The report doesn't show any maintenance between 50-97K.

Is this a good deal? He has invited me to take a test drive and have a pre-purchase inspection this weekend. What sort of questions should I ask him? Should I take the car to a dealer for inspection? What questions should I ask the dealer during the inspection?

Thank you!!
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Old 03-19-2010, 05:16 PM   #2
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Re: 2001 Golf, 97K, $6,000 -- Should I buy?

Well over book value. Prior accidents and who knows on the maintenance. Its a $3000-$4000 car at best. If you bought, the first thing to do is timing belt and water pump change out for engine protection. About $700-$900 added to your $6000. If it were me i'd keep on looking. You can find a newer model for that price.
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Old 09-07-2010, 11:09 AM   #3
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Re: 2001 Golf, 97K, $6,000 -- Should I buy?

Yeah that's way to much for a 2001 with that mileage. I paid 5K for mine at 85K miles but that was only because I was buying it from my brother so I was very generous.
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Old 08-10-2012, 08:17 AM   #4
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Re: 2001 Golf, 97K, $6,000 -- Should I buy?

Unless its a tdi, book value is out the window with them. Gas...no way!

Regardless its due for a timing belt.
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Old 12-18-2012, 11:35 AM   #5
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Re: 2001 Golf, 97K, $6,000 -- Should I buy?

I've owned a 2001 Golf for 2 years now. No major issues with it, I really like the car
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