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We've been pretty happy with our 147 TSi mate. There were a few little minor niggles when we first got it (bought it secondhand). For instance we had the accelerator pedal box replaced and there was a minor issue with some insulation on some wires in the engine bay but apart from that, ours has been trouble free motoring. They really are a great little car. You get the benefit of a GTI golf with an enormous boot to help out when you need it. I have measured the actual floor dimensions and it is line ball with the floor dimensions in my R36 Passat Wagon so that gives you an idea of how big they are. The only thing I have to check on the odd occasion is the oil level as these motors use some oil, as most VW's do. The gearboxes are generally pretty bullet proof. You really only hear of the bad situations which might make up less than 1% of cars. You don't often hear about the good tales!! Just check the service history and make sure that the DSG gearbox has had an oil change depending on the mileage. We just had ours done for our 105k service. Not a massive cost if you can find a good mechanic to look after you. Check the brake wear, obviously. Ours is tight as a drum with regards to how it steers so I really can't tell you what to look for with regards to sloppiness in the suspension or steering. We only have a creaky bush on the odd occasion but it doesn't concern us as we know what it is and will get it lubed up next service. Happy hunting.
They're great cars and are amazing value!
Originally Posted by neil
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