Buying Tips for a used 7L/7P Touareg

[FJ Steve]

sorry...just saw this.
Running an Eaz-Lift weight distribution system.

The Touareg is fitted with OEM towbar (full factory spec), and I have a Hayman Reese tongue that get's used when towing 6x4 trailer, or the the car trailer (drift comp car). The Eaz-Lift system get's hooked up when the caravan is attached.

[brashquido]

Hi All,

This question more directed to FJ Steve, but anyone would like to hear from anyone with the V6 TDI Touareg.

1. I have been working from the following as a "buying tips" list for when I'm ready to go start looking at Touaregs to buy. Anything needed to be added here for Australian conditions?

Buying a used Touareg. What to look for. - myTreg forums

2. On paper I think something like a MY08 V6 TDI Touareg will suit my needs pretty well (family chariot, comfortable on long trips, capable of decent 4x4 & towing). I'm still looking for solid information on the sort of servicing costs I can expect in Australia as some people are telling me VW are super expensive. Also wondering about the sort of costs I might be up for if something more serious goes wrong (such as the points mentioned in the above link)?

[FJ Steve]

Hi brashquido.

PM rec'd mate.

I'd suggest you join : Club Touareg - Volkswagen Touareg Owners Community

Lots of knowledgeable folk, and a very active Australian section. All the answers to the questions you will ask, and the questions you never thought of will be there.

[brashquido]

Will do. Thanks FJ Steve

[mattaus]

Not trying to hijack this thread, but it is regarding buying tips so stuff it...

Why are these cars holding their value so much? I can get a new base Touareg for just north of $60k (leasing). I'm seeing older model used with 50k+ on the clocks for that much. What am I missing?

[Transporter]

Not trying to hijack this thread, but it is regarding buying tips so stuff it...

Why are these cars holding their value so much? I can get a new base Touareg for just north of $60k (leasing). I'm seeing older model used with 50k+ on the clocks for that much. What am I missing?

Maybe the older ones are more off road capable.

[V10Touareg]

Hi guys,
I am new to the world of Touareg's and would like to ask some of you guys with regards to personal experiences. Thanks guys.

A V10, car sales has a few on sale, can be had for under $40,000. Just got one $36,500, 97,000Km.

[Flipper Dog]

A V10, car sales has a few on sale, can be had for under $40,000. Just got one $36,500, 97,000Km.

Can't wait to here your stories of horror when the beast starts to play up. Lets see, 100k is about the time major surgery is performed on most of them.

[snerlo]

So,
Gents, I started this thread a little while ago now and it looks like I am back looking at the big T's. Our territory is a great car and it can get the job done towing our large caravan, but I think we have made a decision to look into something with a higher towing capacity and a little more oomph!! So 8 speed 180kw 3.0L TDI, here we come. The fun is just starting again!!! Gotta sell the terri too!! Anyone out there towing large vans etc with their Touaregs?