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Gearbox issues; and problems at VW Service Centre

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G1234

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  On 3/2/2016 at 8:36 AM, t0y0ta said:

Buy at your own risk. Set expectations very low - maybe expect 1 breakdown per quarter. Then it may exceed your expectations.

 

But please don't take cars without VW warranty - DSG part change heard is a couple of k each time. Or make sure you cater 10k per year cost for repairs if out of warranty.

 

really that bad? LOL. Test drove a Golf and quite like it, then went to read all the comments and reviews here, pretty much turned off.... 

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Blackyv

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  On 3/20/2016 at 11:09 AM, G1234 said:

really that bad? LOL. Test drove a Golf and quite like it, then went to read all the comments and reviews here, pretty much turned off.... 

 

 

My take is simple, if you are those who change car during warranty period,  then can buy... Even French also 'good' as long got warranty... Just make sure you like their showroom coffee and have many annual leaves.. If you intend to drive way pass warranty period, stay away..

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G1234

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  On 3/20/2016 at 11:15 AM, Blackyv said:

My take is simple, if you are those who change car during warranty period,  then can buy... Even French also 'good' as long got warranty... Just make sure you like their showroom coffee and have many annual leaves.. If you intend to drive way pass warranty period, stay away..

 

I went to read the complaints from owners, some said sth like the car broke down at 75k km, which got me a bit of thinking how true the problem is. I see a friend with a Volvo S60, then Madza 6 all had gear box issue at around 6-7 years old. My take is most car will have problems with age. Some unlucky will have it earlier by statistic. So it might be just wear and tear. 

But then I dont have the gut to really go n buy one. Later cant even sell it off  [sweatdrop] , and no more money to send it for servicing. 

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Yewheng

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  On 3/5/2016 at 6:04 AM, Blackyv said:

Drive till the end with minimal problem? Your best bet is with pure Japanese made..

Hyundai also not bad, catching up rapidly and now I think is as reliable or even better then Japanese car Lor.

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Letov

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  On 3/20/2016 at 11:09 AM, G1234 said:

really that bad? LOL. Test drove a Golf and quite like it, then went to read all the comments and reviews here, pretty much turned off....

Think again the objective u buy car. If main objective is from point A to B with hassle free, look for other car. If the objective is to enjoy the driving experience, forget about the bad comments and go for it.

Everycar as long as it manufactured by human, it tends to have defect, just how high the defect percentage. Sure fail? You wouldn't see it on road.

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Thorvon

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Thought I was a happy owner until I suffered the DSG failure today at 52k... Have serviced with AD on schedule. All stock parts, Passat B7.

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Fuelsaver

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  On 3/26/2016 at 6:29 AM, Thorvon said:

Thought I was a happy owner until I suffered the DSG failure today at 52k... Have serviced with AD on schedule. All stock parts, Passat B7.

Bro, when u mentioned dsg failure, what actually failed? Gearbox itself, mechatronic, clutch pack or other component?
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  On 3/26/2016 at 7:40 AM, Fuelsaver said:

Bro, when u mentioned dsg failure, what actually failed? Gearbox itself, mechatronic, clutch pack or other component?

I don't know yet... Have to wait for diagnosis. Being towed. It's the flashing spanner sign, unable to change gear on the selector.
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  On 3/26/2016 at 6:29 AM, Thorvon said:

Thought I was a happy owner until I suffered the DSG failure today at 52k... Have serviced with AD on schedule. All stock parts, Passat B7.

Passat B7 is on DSG7sp dry?

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  On 3/26/2016 at 6:29 AM, Thorvon said:

Thought I was a happy owner until I suffered the DSG failure today at 52k... Have serviced with AD on schedule. All stock parts, Passat B7.

As the saying goes, it's never about will it happen but when will it happen...

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  On 3/26/2016 at 7:46 AM, Thorvon said:

I don't know yet... Have to wait for diagnosis. Being towed. It's the flashing spanner sign, unable to change gear on the selector.

really appreciate ur sharing. feedback like these should help potential buyers make a more informed decision. keep posted bro n wishing u the best outcome.

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Karu

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My post earlier in the VAGSG forum:

 

Bid adieu to my Touran last Thurs after 6yrs... Traded in for a Jap SUV.

 

It was a joy driving it around but the numerous problems outweighs the driving pleasure. Changed 3 sets of clutches due to slippage, piston crack resulting in engine overhaul with 1 month downtime & 1 circuit board failure. With these visits, I got the 'privilege' of trying out VW replacement cars: Polo, Jetta, Tiguan & Passat CC. The last time I changed my clutch, I was told that they have stop offering courtesy cars.

With the recent unusual vibration (symptoms of engine fault)... I decided to let my Ex Touran go...

I'll only consider buying another VW only if it's my second car with minimum disruption due to the downtime.

 

Wonder why are there still people getting VW?

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Enye

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  On 3/28/2016 at 6:56 AM, Karu said:

My post earlier in the VAGSG forum:

 

Bid adieu to my Touran last Thurs after 6yrs... Traded in for a Jap SUV.

 

It was a joy driving it around but the numerous problems outweighs the driving pleasure. Changed 3 sets of clutches due to slippage, piston crack resulting in engine overhaul with 1 month downtime & 1 circuit board failure. With these visits, I got the 'privilege' of trying out VW replacement cars: Polo, Jetta, Tiguan & Passat CC. The last time I changed my clutch, I was told that they have stop offering courtesy cars.

 

With the recent unusual vibration (symptoms of engine fault)... I decided to let my Ex Touran go...

 

I'll only consider buying another VW only if it's my second car with minimum disruption due to the downtime.

 

did you get a good trade in value for your touran?

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Karu

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  On 3/28/2016 at 7:02 AM, Enye said:

did you get a good trade in value for your touran?

 

I don't think it's good Depre ard 9+K per year...Very high considering it was a 6year old.

 

Also, dealer need to go for a long test drive before agreeing to take in my car. He had lots of bad experience with VW cars.

 

He mentioned customers returned with GB issue, 'eating' engine oil, clutch issue & even power window issue( he said it was very costly to replace). I was trying to keep a straight face to avoid disclosing too much of my car history...

 

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