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Used 2016 Volkswagen Golf for sale
Volkswagen Golf 2016 GTD 184PS 5DR AUTOMATIC DSG
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€15,950
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You want practical access for everyday shopping and bags: the hatchback opening may suit your routine. Check actual boot space.
- You would prefer less gear changing in traffic: the recorded automatic transmission may suit. Try how this exact gearbox behaves on a test drive.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 10 years old and 217,421 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the Mk7 Golf generation; common diesel engines are the 1.6 TDI and 2.0 TDI. Many diesels of this year use VW's DSG automatic or a torque-converter automatic — DSGs need periodic fluid/filter changes and can show mechatronic or clutch-pack faults if not serviced. Also check for DPF/EGR carbon issues on cars used mainly for short urban journeys, and later 2.0 TDI variants may have AdBlue/Euro6 hardware.
- DSG/automatic service history and a careful test drive for rough shifts, shuddering or hesitation; scan for transmission fault codes.
- DPF condition — ask for evidence of regular motorway runs or recent forced regenerations, and watch for heavy smoke on start-up.
- EGR/intake carbon and turbo condition — check for boost leaks and turbo shaft play.
- Timing belt/chain and major service records (confirm whether your engine is belt- or chain-driven and that replacements were done when due).
- Underbody, rear-arch and suspension wear — look for corrosion or sagging that indicates rough use or poor maintenance.
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
2016 Golf GTD 2.0 TDI Automatic Tartan Inter Welcome to Sean Doyle Motors. We are an independent garage that thrives on customer satisfaction with many years of experience in the motor trade. We always put the customer first by supplying high-quality used cars. All of our cars come fully serviced and valeted, with a new NCT and 3 months warranty. Extended warranty options are available. All cars are history checked, Greenlight verified and come with a full service history. Nationwide delivery and trade-ins are welcome. Competitive finance options are available and can be applied for online. Viewing by appointment is encouraged. WhatsApp videos are available on request. Unit 3, Industrial Estate, Craftmasters Complex, Greenhills, Dublin, D12V60H Thanks for viewing.