2012 mk6 Golf R-line?

RandomMad21 · 18-02-2021 04:17PM #1

Looking at purchasing one of these in. 1.6tdi

Only info I can find is that it’s the trendline/s model with a sportier trim.

Any insight is appreciated.

User1998 · 18-02-2021 04:21PM

Yeah its really poor spec. As you said it’s essentially a trendline model with some added bits on the outside like spoiler side skirts etc.

If you really like the look of the R Line I’d recommend going for a Highline/Match model and adding some exterior styling parts yourself. Aftermarket parts for Golfs are readily available

bazz26 · 18-02-2021 04:30PM

If that engine has had the post VW "dieselgate" software update done then make sure there are no EGR valve issues as EGR gave a good bit of trouble after the fix.

Matthewjohn · 18-02-2021 04:43PM

As Irish Mk6 Golfs go it is relatively well kitted out. It is actually based on a comfortline model and includes bluetooth,cruise control, 6 cd changer. The body kit looks well and it has 16 inch alloys which are small but much nicer than 15s on the comfortline. Some of the later ones included a multifunction steering wheel, the ones with out make the interior look a little basic in my view.

Toyotafanboi · 18-02-2021 04:45PM

I've a 2012 R-Line 1.6 diesel.

Spec isn't loaded but it's absolutely grand. It has air con, cruise control and a touch screen radio with bluetooth and aux but that's about the height of it. I think what it lacks versus a highline is a multifunction steering wheel, auto lights and wipers and nicer seats. I have seen some R-Lines with a multi function steering wheel, it seems to be hit and miss.

The exterior has different front and rear bumpers, side skirts and bootlid spoiler. It comes with 16 inch wheels which do look a bit lost in fairness.

Mine is heading for 100k kms since the dieselgate fix without issue (definitely going to break down on the way home now) i think good maintenance helps a bit. I wouldn't buy anything 1.6 tdi without a good history,they do have an appetite for EGR coolers and injectors both with and without the fix done.

I think the UK R-Line was ****ter than the Irish one, it was missing front fogs, rear electric windows, the touch radio and has even more poverty seats so an Irish car would be better if possible.

RandomMad21 · 18-02-2021 07:36PM

Hi thanks for the response. I suppose the reason why I’m looking at purchasing this r line is because it’s 11,000 and with only 110k km

quote="User1998;116326380"]Yeah its really poor spec. As you said it’s essentially a trendline model with some added bits on the outside like spoiler side skirts etc.

If you really like the look of the R Line I’d recommend going for a Highline/Match model and adding some exterior styling parts yourself. Aftermarket parts for Golfs are readily available[/quote]

RandomMad21 · 18-02-2021 07:37PM

Looking at this in blackwater motors as I’ve got the price down to 11k and it’s quite low mileage.. 110km.... I’m coming from an 05 punto

User1998 wrote: »

Yeah its really poor spec. As you said it’s essentially a trendline model with some added bits on the outside like spoiler side skirts etc.

If you really like the look of the R Line I’d recommend going for a Highline/Match model and adding some exterior styling parts yourself. Aftermarket parts for Golfs are readily available

RandomMad21 · 18-02-2021 07:38PM

Hi abs thanks for the response.

How do you find it to drive? And what’s it like in petrol.

Need it for work 50km each way three days per week and a weekly commute to Galway from west cork.

quote="Toyotafanboi;116326636"]I've a 2012 R-Line 1.6 diesel.

Spec isn't loaded but it's absolutely grand. It has air con, cruise control and a touch screen radio with bluetooth and aux but that's about the height of it. I think what it lacks versus a highline is a multifunction steering wheel, auto lights and wipers and nicer seats. I have seen some R-Lines with a multi function steering wheel, it seems to be hit and miss.

The exterior has different front and rear bumpers, side skirts and bootlid spoiler. It comes with 16 inch wheels which do look a bit lost in fairness.

Mine is heading for 100k kms since the dieselgate fix without issue (definitely going to break down on the way home now) i think good maintenance helps a bit. I wouldn't buy anything 1.6 tdi without a good history,they do have an appetite for EGR coolers and injectors both with and without the fix done.

I think the UK R-Line was ****ter than the Irish one, it was missing front fogs, rear electric windows, the touch radio and has even more poverty seats so an Irish car would be better if possible.[/quote]

RandomMad21 · 18-02-2021 07:40PM

Yeah that makes sense. I suppose the reason I’ve picked this one out is the price at 11k and low mileage , 110km. And had the 105hp instead of the 90

RandomMad21 wrote: »

Hi thanks for the response. I suppose the reason why I’m looking at purchasing this r line is because it’s 11,000 and with only 110k km

quote="User1998;116326380"]Yeah its really poor spec. As you said it’s essentially a trendline model with some added bits on the outside like spoiler side skirts etc.

If you really like the look of the R Line I’d recommend going for a Highline/Match model and adding some exterior styling parts yourself. Aftermarket parts for Golfs are readily available

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Padre_Pio · 18-02-2021 07:42PM

RandomMad21 wrote: »

Yeah that makes sense. I suppose the reason I’ve picked this one out is the price at 11k and low mileage , 110km. And had the 105hp instead of the 90

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Is there much poke in the 105?

Toyotafanboi · 18-02-2021 07:49PM

That does look like a really good example.

That being said, it's top dollar, my own was advertised for less than that when i bought it 3 years ago, from a main dealer.

It is low mileage, main dealer, decent warranty, probably a good history etc though, it's very legit vs a lot of similar vintage Golfs amd i suppose it's up to you if it's worth the premium.

RandomMad21 · 18-02-2021 08:12PM

Sorry about not being able to link it. New account so boards doesn’t allow links. Did you manage to find it?

I’m torn between paying the premium for that or maybe getting a newer focus with the 1.5tdci in the style or zetec trim

Toyotafanboi · 18-02-2021 08:14PM

https://www.blackwatermotors.ie/volkswagen/used-vw/12067829-volkswagen-golf-golf-1.6-tdi-105-bhp-5-dr-edition-r/

If you could get another bit off the price and a good long warranty it might be a decent purchase, it is hard to justify it price wise though, good and all as it looks.

Truckermal · 18-02-2021 08:17PM

Fooking hell that's dreamer money...

RandomMad21 · 18-02-2021 08:19PM

Thanks for your advice man. Really appreciate it. After getting this feedback I might aim for the newer focus and get the dream golf in a few years

If you could get another bit off the price and a good long warranty it might be a decent purchase, it is hard to justify it price wise though, good and all as it looks.[/quote]

User1998 · 18-02-2021 08:40PM

The exterior is really nice, but it doesn’t even have a multi function steering wheel.

€12k is a lot for what it is

shanec1928 · 18-02-2021 08:45PM

That’s mental money. I paid that back in 2016 for a 11 golf of a higher spec.

Matthewjohn · 18-02-2021 08:47PM

As others have said €12k is a lot of money for a nine year old TDI Golf.

If you wanted something Golf like but better value a Seat Leon is worth a look as it’s based on the mk7 Golf. You would get something much newer with a similar engine and spec for the money.

https://www.carsireland.ie/2758050

https://www.carsireland.ie/2748401

punisher5112 · 18-02-2021 08:50PM

€11,995 or €11k that's nuts.

Buy an A6 or 5 series for that money.

colm_mcm · 18-02-2021 08:52PM

For a mk6, you’d want to be off your game.

Righty · 18-02-2021 08:52PM

I have the exact same car, same colour and all. My own is on 210'000km at the moment, I did have an egr issue last year though and I was quoted 1000 euro to replace it, so I just got it deleted and remapped the engine. So far so good fingers crossed. They're a grand car to be honest, lovely looking and always seem to get compliments. 12000 is crazy though, I'd be looking at selling mine for 7500 and it has upgraded alloys so I'd get something knocked off the price if ya could.

L-M · 18-02-2021 08:53PM

https://www.carsireland.ie/2739762

Much better value there. MK7, out of a Main dealer and it’s Higher spec.

bazz26 · 18-02-2021 09:03PM

11k for a 9 year old diesel Golf. Serious wtf. I honestly don't know who is worse, a dealer for asking that sort of money or the people paying it.

Toyotafanboi · 18-02-2021 09:17PM

L-M wrote: »

https://www.carsireland.ie/2739762

Much better value there. MK7, out of a Main dealer and it’s Higher spec.

That puts a lot of perspective on it!

RandomMad21 · 18-02-2021 09:22PM

Thanks everyone for your feedback and suggestions. It’s invaluable. Thanks ðŸ€—

bazz26 · 18-02-2021 09:22PM

2016 Megane here for similar money:

https://www.carsireland.ie/2665247

Toyotafanboi · 18-02-2021 09:54PM

https://www.dacia.ie/vehicles/sandero.html

Brand new Sandero for the same price :pac:

L-M · 18-02-2021 10:45PM

Toyotafanboi wrote: »

https://www.dacia.ie/vehicles/sandero.html

Brand new Sandero for the same price :pac:

God I drove one recently, it literally felt in everyway like a 2001 Clio. That wouldn’t be a bad thing if we were in 2001, I’m sure the Clio was a great car then. But they really are four wheels and steering wheel.

Padre_Pio · 18-02-2021 11:23PM

L-M wrote: »

God I drove one recently, it literally felt in everyway like a 2001 Clio. That wouldn’t be a bad thing if we were in 2001, I’m sure the Clio was a great car then. But they really are four wheels and steering wheel.

Totally agree.

There's a market for that though, people who like a "new car" and like the warranty. Less to go wrong too and it's well understood at this stage. No new fangled gadgets that need expensive equipment to fix.

colm_mcm · 18-02-2021 11:29PM

L-M wrote: »

God I drove one recently, it literally felt in everyway like a 2001 Clio. That wouldn’t be a bad thing if we were in 2001, I’m sure the Clio was a great car then. But they really are four wheels and steering wheel.

There’s a new one out now, should be like coming up a few years.

RandomMad21 · 19-02-2021 12:04AM

Matthewjohn wrote: »

As others have said €12k is a lot of money for a nine year old TDI Golf.

If you wanted something Golf like but better value a Seat Leon is worth a look as it’s based on the mk7 Golf. You would get something much newer with a similar engine and spec for the money.

2012 mk6 Golf R-line?

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