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Used 2017 Volkswagen Golf for sale
R 2.0 4motion 310PS 5DR Auto Estate
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€20,950
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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.
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
- You often load a pushchair, dog or bulky bags: an estate layout could be useful. Try your own luggage rather than judging by the exterior size.
- 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.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at 162,806 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/Mk7.5 Golf era: 2017 models commonly came with small TSI petrol engines and an automatic DSG gearbox; a Variant (estate) was offered if you need extra boot space. DSG gearboxes need periodic fluid/mechatronics service (roughly every 60k km) and some petrol TSI engines (especially the 1.4/1.5 family) have reported timing-chain/tensioner or oil-consumption quirks — listening at cold start and checking oil levels is useful. Parts and dealer support are widely available in Ireland, so repairs are generally straightforward if the car has been maintained.
- DSG service history and road-test: ensure smooth shifts, no jerking, hesitation or mechatronics fault codes
- Cold-start engine noise: listen for timing-chain/tensioner rattle (TSI engines can show this)
- Oil consumption and leaks around the cam-cover/PCV area — check oil level and for under-engine stains
- Rear suspension and boot area for sagging, signs of heavy-load use, and corrosion (estate-specific)
- Boost/acceleration response: no smoke, steady pull and no limp-mode warnings on the dash
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
This is a stunning VW Golf R Estate. Gearbox has been serviced and a new chain will be fitted. The car comes fully serviced and warrantied. Trade-ins are accepted and finance can be arranged. We can offer a click-and-deliver or click-and-collect service if required. We are a SIMI-approved dealership specialising in premium cars, located approximately 10 minutes from Blanchardstown Shopping Centre just off the M3, on Dunshaughlin Main Street on the Navan side of the village.