Stuart's Volkswagen Golf Mk 5/V Forum

Hi, always looking at your site for information etc, must be the best vw golf mk5 site available. I have a 2005 mk5 1.9 tdi, and it is now needing a new cambelt etc, and possibly a complete new clutch, dmf etc. With the low value of the car now, due to its age, would your opinion justify the cost, which I estimate to be around £900. I would love to keep the car, but would I be "wasting my money" on an oldish car. your opinion much valued. best wishes Brian.

Hi Brian,

Thanks for your kind words about my website.

I am not sure about DMFs but cam-belts and clutches do not last forever and will eventually need replacing. Cam-belts should be replaced at least every 4 years but clutches can last 10+ years depending upon how you drive. If the rest of the car is in good condition and you plan on keeping it, then I wouldn't write it off just yet.

Hope that helps,
Stuart
http://www.stuartdalby.co.uk/vwgolfmk5
https://twitter.com/radox2235

thanks for your advice Stuart, will decide soon what to do, will let you
know, regards Brian.

Hi Stuart, I asked your opinion about my clutch etc, and I have just had the clutch and dmf replaced with all the appropriate bits at a local german car specialist and he said all the parts were on their way out, and he showed me the old parts that were definatley well used. It has made a lot of difference. the bill came to £613. all in, seems not a bad price. Just the cambelt and water pump etc. to do now, quote of £247 all in, so Im happy at the moment. Thanks for your interest, Best Wishes Brian.

Hi Brian,

Thanks for your email and letting me know how you got on. £247 is a good price for cambelt and water pump.

Stuart
http://www.stuartdalby.co.uk/vwgolfmk5
https://twitter.com/radox2235