Buying A Galaxy

[PaulMag]

Hi Ppl, im after buying a galaxy due to needing a 7 seater. Im just hoping for some advice on buying one. Ive been looking at the mk3 i think it is, around 2004?? Seen a few a like i think they were the ghia,it had climate control heaters instead off the turning dials. What is the best to go for i.e ghia/lx etc, i would prefer leather seats. I will be needing a tdi as i do quite alot off mileage. Also is there anything i should keep a eye out for when going to buy one, as i sold my car yesterday so i will be purchasing one next week. Please help as im totally stuck in what to get, Many thanks in advance. Edited April 28, 2012 by PaulMag

[chrispb123456]

Mk2 range is from 2000 to 2006 Ghia/X TDI's 115ps 130ps most popular, Auto's can be troublesome on high mileage vehicles and DMF/clutches on a manual so give a good road test before parting with anything.

Check coolant bottle for evidence of boiling up, brown rusty stains around that area also check level before and after a road test, disappearing coolant/excess pressure are signs of problems

Also check central locking and electric windows for functionality and parking sensors for correct operation.

Check passenger footwell in particular for wetness, the rear washer pipe has a joint under the carpet that can come apart in freezing weather then dumps the water under the carpet in extremes can flood under passenger seat where there are electrics relay etc.

 

Think that covers the popular faults however don't be put off they are still good cars and a lot of info is available on these forums if you need help, and don't forget the VW Sharan and the Seat Alhambra are basically the same just minor cosmetic/trim variations so there's a lot to choose from