Rough servicing costs for Mk6 GTI

[Morpheus]

Hello all,

I have nearly put 5k on my MY11 GTI since buying it and I’m weighing up DIY servicing vs garage.

My car has done 65k now and while it had a service at purchase they didn’t do the DSG oils and filter so that’s something that needs doing straightaway. I had a quote from a reputable garage in Adelaide for $350 (oil/filter/labour) but have had conflicting info from another mate who recently had his done elsewhere- where he went charged $45 per litre for the DSG oil.

If anyone here services their GTI themselves I’d love to know your rough expenses and/or what you do yourself vs get a garage to do. I note the DSG service is relatively straightforward, and most time is taken by removing the battery to get to the filter.

Thanks all.


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[Umai Naa!!]

You don't have to remove the battery to get to the filter, to service the DSG. I've yet to see an online guide that is 100% correct. Everyone seems to put their own spin on things, which can lead many down the wrong path, particularly with the draining and re-filling of the oil.

Hard to give rough estimates, when the prices for parts and oils can vary wildly.

To do a full 60K service on a MK6 GTI, with DSG, most independant shops would be up around the $900 mark.

[Morpheus]

To do a full 60K service on a MK6 GTI, with DSG, most independant shops would be up around the $900 mark.

Thanks Umaii Naa!!

Can’t believe the variance in DSG oil prices. Is the Liquid Moly DSG oil ok to use? Seems reasonably priced.


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[Umai Naa!!]

I keep it reasonably low for Ravenol. I think LM is roughly the same price at retail.

Both decent oils, not hand any issues with them.

Genuine VW oil, some dealers are selling it at $120/l.