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Used 2013 Volkswagen up! for sale
DBA Aachy 5DR
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€7,500
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 4 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 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 4 people together: the advert records 4 seats, including the driver.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 13 years old and 96,558 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 small 1.0‑litre petrol VW up! from the first generation; the automatic option is the robotised/automated manual unit VW offered (not a modern torque‑converter). That gearbox is economical for town driving but can feel jerky compared with conventional automatics and benefits from a documented service history for the gearbox/clutch actuator. The car is mechanically simple, parts are common and repairs are inexpensive, but space and luggage capacity are limited.
- Automatic gearbox behaviour: watch for lurching, hesitation or fault lights and ask for any gearbox/actuator service records.
- Clutch actuation faults on stop-starts (high bite point or inconsistent take‑off) — test thoroughly in town traffic.
- Rust and paint bubbling on lower door sills, wheel arches and around rear light seams (13 years old).
- Suspension and steering knocks from pothole wear—check for worn track-rod ends and shock absorber leaks.
- Tyre age and condition (cracked sidewalls) and brake feel — older little-used city cars often need tyres/battery refreshed.
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
2013 Volkswagen up! Comes fully serviced, new NCT and warranty. Finance available. Nationwide delivery available. Price: €7,500