£15 pound mk3 Golf GTI will it start after being abandoned for 6 years

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  • @JacobRusty-Clogg
    @JacobRusty-Clogg ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Had an exact same issue with pump on one of these. The difference is I sold it and had someone coming to pick the thing up after it was sat for ages, went to start it - nothing. They were an hour into a 1.5 hour journey to fetch it. We pulled the pump - ran it forwards and backwards using a power probe on bench and hey presto it came back to life, banged it back in and it started just as the fella turned up!!

  • @leighdamian
    @leighdamian ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Not long found this channel and absolutely love it.Proper mechanic.Keep up the great work.

  • @jamesward5721
    @jamesward5721 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Being very tired after a 28 hour shift fixing heavy expensive crap for corporate types, I stuck 70 quid of petrol into my diesel mondeo on the way home. It duly shat itself right at the toll booth on the motorway. I then set the un-official record for "driving a diesel mondeo the furthest on just the starter motor because everyone behind is getting hugely moody at your car not driving.." It is a very useful Skill to have in your tool-box of tricks. :-)

    • @martinwarner1178
      @martinwarner1178 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unforgiven for wrong fuel. My wife did it twice in one week....you know what that makes you....a double....! Peace be unto you.

    • @johno4521
      @johno4521 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@martinwarner1178 Years ago a former colleague mistakenly filled up our Transit minibus (old generation N-reg) with petrol whilst on a week long job in Southern Ireland. His solution was to spend his entire day off on a 300 mile drive to get rid of all the dodgy mix!
      And no complaints from the Transit (apart from the 300 mile long smoke trail...)

  • @terrywilkins5266
    @terrywilkins5266 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Moving a vehicle on the starter is a good way of getting you out of harms way when the engine dies. I used to you this all the time in my early days.
    It's something the younger generation should learn to use ( only manual gearboxes of course)

    • @johngriffith5231
      @johngriffith5231 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree and you can also do this to drive away a car with no clutch

    • @bertiemango2810
      @bertiemango2810 ปีที่แล้ว

      agreed

    • @Roverturbo
      @Roverturbo ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed.. your battery won’t thank you tho… you can also use the clutch for more control. (Crank and use the clutch as normal)

  • @mrotheos
    @mrotheos ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I think you should show this to the salvage rebuilds uk guys Rob and Chris. Be good to see it get the right treatment and make raffle off to a viewer.

  • @BlackwaterOperative615
    @BlackwaterOperative615 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great videos far better than what's on TV these days.

  • @MattMcKimmie
    @MattMcKimmie ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I forgot how good these looked.Always enjoy your will it start videos 👍

    • @johno4521
      @johno4521 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep, cheap dateless plate, it would take an afficionado to know it's an N reg...

  • @clutchdroptv4345
    @clutchdroptv4345 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I used to work for a company called not escorts we used to break mk1 2 and 3 golfs watching this feels like going back in time
    If I remember right that's the small manifold model that had 115 bhp the big manifold had 130 they weren't as good as the mk2 but still a good car and that's low mileage for one of those back when is was dealing with them was hard to find one with less than 200k up it
    I whach all the vids on your channel and love them good to see someone like minded to me
    Keep up the good work see you next time

  • @Hellndegenerates
    @Hellndegenerates ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I thought it was some sort of Fast show sketch when I hears his voice.

  • @BhekinkosiTshabalala
    @BhekinkosiTshabalala 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    German cars are quality I'm still driving a mk3 polo mp9 engine 1.8i still in good condition and shape love it😊

  • @matthewwiddows6319
    @matthewwiddows6319 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    a tip for when doing these type of intank pumps, when you remove the pump put the locking ring
    ut back on. sometimes the tank can distort.

  • @BigPaul62
    @BigPaul62 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That engine was also used in Audi 80 and A4, Passat, various seat and Skoda models as well. Brilliant engine based on the same family of engines going back to the 1500 Golf MK1.

  • @paulmills500
    @paulmills500 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had a Dragon green one when i was about 30 ish, got hooked on ‘em & have had nothing but VW since, just solid, trusty motors built really well👍🏼

  • @manfredvonrichthofen4792
    @manfredvonrichthofen4792 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You like all the things I like old Mercs and VWs and stuff and your theme tune is now stuck in my head!

  • @bewildered5444
    @bewildered5444 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Had one a few years ago. Mechanically brilliant (200K+) but a right rotter. Inner sills, floorpan, tailgate. And it had oxidised to traditional Royal Mail pink!

  • @donaljamescaddye3805
    @donaljamescaddye3805 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    She started really easy !! A lot of them Mk3 Golf's succumbed to scrapagge - They were once a common sight but now well depleted - Thats a survivor and it will most certainly live on thanks to you ! Really enjoyed the video lad - The more you ask for it the better chance it will be bought by a sympathetic owner !! I'd love it myself but the Irish government would gladly relieve me of my left testicle !

  • @jasonsellars8112
    @jasonsellars8112 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a great find , this era of VW are brilliant and such a classic design. Great job on getting it running.

  • @dreammaker730
    @dreammaker730 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love a mk3 golf very under rated cars .
    I own a mk3 1.9d estate, I bought that for 150 6 years and 60k ago it's been a great car.Im hoping for another 6 years out of it.
    Before that I had mk3 1.8 , 8 v gl for 12 years.
    And that cost me £250.
    I enjoyed your video.
    Cars aren't cheap anymore 😢

  • @anitagoodsleep5330
    @anitagoodsleep5330 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had a white 16v…I loved that car…great video mate …

  • @tomaszek8888
    @tomaszek8888 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Luckily here in Germany there are many old vw in use. I have got a 26 years old vw vento 1.8 glx and I am really happy with it 😊

    • @camcappe353
      @camcappe353 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I have a GLS in El Salvador, good cars but hard to find mechanics for VW here though plenty of parts available.

  • @caryknapton7233
    @caryknapton7233 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Why do we all get addicted to watching pieces of junk coming back to life? Loving the channel👍 From a fellow Dorset neighbour in the Blackmore Vale.

    • @chiefrocka8604
      @chiefrocka8604 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I took one in px on a px that owned me nothing so I basically had the free est golf gti mk3 3dr going, it was that purple blue on a P reg and was actually tidy and original so I I didn’t even see it the owner just asked to chop it in so I said yeah .
      It had aircon which blew ice cold so I motd it and put a cambelt on and smoked it, then I decided the drivers seat was letting the otherwise mint interior down so I found a left hooker and ripped the material I needed out of a LHD drivers seat and gave it my trimmer and had a perfect interior .
      Basically them mk3’s other than rust were the best golfs, total reliability, comfortable, sporty no dodgy eml’s and other than window regulators etc they kept going .
      That’s why it’s good to see a relic like this brought back to life because actually these are good cars despite the owners neglect

    • @johncoldwell340
      @johncoldwell340 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Because I work on new cars for a living and they are the real junk, these cars were actually designed to last

    • @subarulegacy4203
      @subarulegacy4203 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You see junk i see gems

    • @ChillToMusic87
      @ChillToMusic87 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Best therapy 👌🏼

  • @Ireland-bc2gx
    @Ireland-bc2gx ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Old school mechanic, today they play parts darts with half ass results great video al🥊

  • @paultaylor9652
    @paultaylor9652 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lovely Jubbly, what a great video on an iconic car, more please.

  • @luckyboy4766
    @luckyboy4766 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I owned an 1995 N-reg 16V GTI. This has rounded tinted side indicators so is a later model. Mine had rectangular orange side indicator lights but same smaller front spoiler. The 8V was underpowered for the badge.

    • @Bob-nu3xe
      @Bob-nu3xe ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yes the 8v was the first and last GTI I drove, embarrassing to say the least, I did own a Sirocco 1.8 J-tronic injection great car quick good on fuel and with uprated adjustable suspension fabulous handling

  • @bettyourcampervan
    @bettyourcampervan ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another brilliant video! I do enjoy watching what you do!

  • @shmitt8307
    @shmitt8307 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As an American ur the first British person I’ve had a hard time understanding lol I love the accent and the car

  • @Jazza_x_Vizionz
    @Jazza_x_Vizionz ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I adore my MK3 GTi same spec as the one in the video but mines an R reg and black. Great cars bought it in 2015 still going strong. Worst thing about MK3s though is rot unfortunately a real pain in the arse but its worth the trouble in my opinion.

  • @Rich77UK
    @Rich77UK ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had the same year, colour and 5 door as this. But mine had the 2.8 VR6. I have never been so disappointed in a cars performance before or since. Slow and drank like a fish. Rolling road showed in the 8 years since leaving Wolfsburg it had lost 3bhp. I kept it about 8 months.

  • @peteredwards7760
    @peteredwards7760 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A ciggy wedged between first and second finger '#proper mechanic !

  • @paulgilbert3542
    @paulgilbert3542 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video, keep them coming

  • @conconr322
    @conconr322 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We had one off these mk3 gtis we got rid and got a golf r32 mk5. The mk3 is a brilliant car there quite quick to

  • @andru9102
    @andru9102 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That brings back memories. I had an N reg golf GTi in black. Not a bad car.

  • @NardDog_2474
    @NardDog_2474 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is my dream first car... i have loved them my whole life!!

  • @tecdesigns8183
    @tecdesigns8183 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid, brings back memories of my mk3 now they're so expensive, already classicish status

  • @dannyhtheretrogamingmaster9548
    @dannyhtheretrogamingmaster9548 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice, there was a 2.0 16v version of the mk3 gti and these 2.0 8v engines were also available in the VW Golf avantgarde convertibles.

    • @bertiemango2810
      @bertiemango2810 ปีที่แล้ว

      was it the agg in the convertables? thought it was a different 2.0 8v
      in them

  • @michaelsimms76
    @michaelsimms76 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    V70 next be very suprised if it didnt start 1st time lol , love the mk3 golf will make a decent profit on 15 pounds keep the videos coming loving it.

  • @Dyingsociety38
    @Dyingsociety38 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had a mk3 8v, 16v and VR6. Blew VR6 engine at 140mph and rhe others died of rust. Id have the 16v back in a heartbeat it was great!

  • @Cretaceous_edits-432
    @Cretaceous_edits-432 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    An older mans Matt Armstrong , love it , have subscribed

  • @NigelJohnTuckerjt1ee
    @NigelJohnTuckerjt1ee ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the way you hang the airline on the floor. Lol😃

  • @sugknight119
    @sugknight119 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love my Mk3 8v, owned it for 7 years ❤

  • @nealjoyce8696
    @nealjoyce8696 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That’ll make a nice little project for someone ❤, love an old Golf GTi Mk 3

  • @Jevano007
    @Jevano007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wish i could of bought it, im all the way in South Africa. Love these vehicles, i do actually own one now, a bottle green one!

  • @southafrica73
    @southafrica73 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video. You're the Fred Dibna of the 21st century😊

  • @jameswitton-bw3dy
    @jameswitton-bw3dy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love my mk3 8v in tornado pinks 106k motor is strong as fun to drive just need to swap the gear box out for a shorter ratio one gives them a bit more zip

  • @clivesilk3501
    @clivesilk3501 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you really need to think about this car !!!! its a gti its the best of the mk3's !! these are really rare now !! well worth fixing up or storing away for another 10 years ...

  • @nigelbryant5932
    @nigelbryant5932 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad I stumbled on your channel. Great content, I’ve just subscribed

  • @johno4521
    @johno4521 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    20.00 this is roughly the point where some of the more unscrupulous establishments would add "New fuel pump" to your invoice...

  • @adrian-vasile31
    @adrian-vasile31 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that is a very beautiful Golf 3

  • @mancsblue
    @mancsblue ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I still think the MK3 looks fresh a really good looking car

  • @ChrisFargher
    @ChrisFargher ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi mate, love your channel 👍👍 how much would you be looking for, for the GTI? Thanks mate

  • @ianmann9521
    @ianmann9521 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got a vr6 that i have had nearly 16 years, love them motors

    • @kamster5775
      @kamster5775 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vr6 sounds brilliant.I would like corrado with this.

  • @simonking7164
    @simonking7164 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video pal.

  • @lauris4887
    @lauris4887 ปีที่แล้ว

    where is the crankshaft position sensor located on golf 3 1.4?

  • @haydenhetherington8308
    @haydenhetherington8308 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the mk3 golf am just obsessed with them I want one as my first car in the same style as yours 😄

  • @forestfirestarter
    @forestfirestarter ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Proper old school mechanic .

  • @stuartmcmillan2518
    @stuartmcmillan2518 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant quite enjoyed that, being a mk3 it will be absolutely riddled with rust

  • @MagWatchTime
    @MagWatchTime ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always wanted a Golf GTI I’m interested .👏👍🏻

  • @AnthonyDurand1
    @AnthonyDurand1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you imagine how bad a brand new car would look after the amount of time parked? It's remarkable how little it's aged.. Bet the sides of it would wax up like new..

  • @mustafakulucan3660
    @mustafakulucan3660 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had one of these in dragon green when I was 18 and loved it. Paid a grand for it but probably worth a few now

    • @mikewa2
      @mikewa2 ปีที่แล้ว

      We have one of these Mk3 in dragon green, 90k miles and absolutely no rust! We are in southern Spain that’s why no rust. Lovely cars, well built and a bit of a collector car now. Not many about these days.
      Don’t know how Ultra Low emissions will affect us yet as ULEZ not being introduced yet even though EU say must start in 2023.

  • @ScrotusXL
    @ScrotusXL ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are the new Fred Dibnah of our time 👍😁

  • @johnlad1481
    @johnlad1481 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice one I had a 2 litre 8v in a weird green and a vr6 in a Maroon colour there nice cars you did get the 2litre 16v. Hope it goes to a good home 👍

  • @jasonkelley6185
    @jasonkelley6185 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Never seen a car drive on the power of the starter motor before. Definitely surprised me, that.

    • @workonesabs
      @workonesabs ปีที่แล้ว

      Had a hire van, but literally had no fuel to reach the first petrol station. Conked out 50 yards before it, put it in gear and cranked it to the pump. Does work, but don't do it too long though...

    • @game4alaughman
      @game4alaughman ปีที่แล้ว

      Not meaning to be cheeky or anything but I thought everyone knew you can move the car with the starter, unless battery failure

    • @jasonkelley6185
      @jasonkelley6185 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@game4alaughman never seen it.

  • @TheDaf95xf
    @TheDaf95xf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your a funny guy 😆 but it’s a great watch you fixing motors 👍🏻

  • @nickgreenwood2883
    @nickgreenwood2883 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this guy...

  • @craigemblem3562
    @craigemblem3562 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good watch as always.
    Would love to give it a home. ☺️

  • @comfortndhlovu8830
    @comfortndhlovu8830 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the video is the golf still for sale

  • @seanharris3217
    @seanharris3217 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How much for it?

  • @dontbenosey1
    @dontbenosey1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good cars not as fun as the mk1, 2 or 4 but absolutely solid cars back in the day.

  • @davidwebb8877
    @davidwebb8877 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did it ever sell?

  • @bighas96
    @bighas96 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    15 quid? Where do i find cars for that price anywhere 😮

  • @Bob-nu3xe
    @Bob-nu3xe ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I made a good profit on a 2.0 8 valve Gti tornado red r32 wheels looked fabulous but 30 mpg and as slow as a snail

  • @ballockybill2277
    @ballockybill2277 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's the VW part number for that cambelt cover stick mate ?? Could do with one of those .

  • @saucethevarsetile
    @saucethevarsetile ปีที่แล้ว

    @6D is there a way i could buy and own one too. I'm a fan of VW cars

  • @stevengerhard7553
    @stevengerhard7553 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just stumbled across your video...is this still available?

  • @andrewnewton5893
    @andrewnewton5893 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best 15 quid u spent get more than that for front wing lol she decent motor very quite to say was sat for nearly 7 yrs

  • @andypalmer99
    @andypalmer99 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you do a video on the mk2 I would be interested

  • @dodgydruid
    @dodgydruid ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ooo a local to me here in Gillingham :D If you see a dirty yellow 3 wheel van bombing bout the place that be me :)

  • @stebishopnomad1838
    @stebishopnomad1838 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it still for sale

  • @nicholassmith8868
    @nicholassmith8868 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    No freaking way. I own this car! Just mot'd it!

    • @6DDIESELSDorset
      @6DDIESELSDorset  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@nicholassmith8868 fantastic fella we sold it a couple of years back 👍

    • @nicholassmith8868
      @nicholassmith8868 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I got it off a mate in Yeovil, I've had 13 of them now! Just chucked it on a private plate! G3JVX now! I can tell you, she runs ever so sweet! Still sporting the lacquer peel!

    • @nicholassmith8868
      @nicholassmith8868 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@6DDIESELSDorset I even used that exact bottle opener to open a cider earlier 🤣

    • @6DDIESELSDorset
      @6DDIESELSDorset  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@nicholassmith8868 top quality!! I got it out of a local car park with a tdi polo estate £30 the pair, it didnt run
      Replaced ecu and off it went 👍

    • @nicholassmith8868
      @nicholassmith8868 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No way! I love hearing about history but this is even better! If you fancy a little rekindling with the old girl just shout me! I'm local!

  • @robertapenay
    @robertapenay ปีที่แล้ว

    What amazes me is that I dont know any scrap yard anywhere that wouldn't drag that onto a flat bed transit and part with at least 150 for the pleasure

    • @6DDIESELSDorset
      @6DDIESELSDorset  ปีที่แล้ว

      Fella lived in this village, was moving away and basically need shot of two car asap right place right time if you know what I mean 👍

  • @stephenclarke8540
    @stephenclarke8540 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pleasure to see a mastercraftesman at work

  • @johnhopkins6658
    @johnhopkins6658 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Did you know that mice do not like the smell of whole cloves?

  • @liamsmith2261
    @liamsmith2261 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love these, I’ve had I think about 6/7 mk3 GTis. Under rated cars but values are starting to climb.

  • @raymondpearce5245
    @raymondpearce5245 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your video brilliant guys

  • @davidlough2182
    @davidlough2182 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another brilliant video m8 keep them coming 😎👍

  • @FrederickHopkins-xb6me
    @FrederickHopkins-xb6me 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    as someone else said, "If 2 won't hold it 3 wouldn't have."

  • @johnhopkins6658
    @johnhopkins6658 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you check the fuse?

  • @49CCHRIS
    @49CCHRIS ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sound quite as a baby sleeping wow fair play! Bargin that go up in value with more time!! Hold on to her!

  • @Patmac74
    @Patmac74 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the special guest appearance of the top quality Parkside tools

    • @6DDIESELSDorset
      @6DDIESELSDorset  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For the mo et you can’t beat the stuff, those little drills are £25 and my lord do they take some punishment!! 👍

    • @Patmac74
      @Patmac74 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@6DDIESELSDorset 18v angle grinder isn't bad either

  • @karolinakaczmarczyk5589
    @karolinakaczmarczyk5589 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your video ❤

  • @johnbarry-hj4kr
    @johnbarry-hj4kr ปีที่แล้ว

    How much you wanting for the golf?

  • @SpiritualBlackDimensions
    @SpiritualBlackDimensions ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did you sell this yet?

  • @matthewdove3520
    @matthewdove3520 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the old style Volkswagens

  • @In_memory_of_Dad
    @In_memory_of_Dad ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loving the content Al 👍🙂👍

  • @johnchincotta1qwdb15
    @johnchincotta1qwdb15 ปีที่แล้ว

    What happened to the fird transit engine rebuild?.

  • @FrederickHopkins-xb6me
    @FrederickHopkins-xb6me 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    FYI - mice do not like the smell of whole cloves.

  • @oldgeezer3269
    @oldgeezer3269 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice vid ya bud
    Subbed and 👍

  • @Lottatherotta
    @Lottatherotta ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you tell the difference between dirty oil and clean oil on the dip stick?

    • @6DDIESELSDorset
      @6DDIESELSDorset  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Colour and texture really, if it’s as black as night and really sticky it more than done it’s time 👍

    • @smcc839
      @smcc839 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Put a little bit on your finger if it wipes of easy it's good, if it doesn't its bad.

  • @pentagrammotorsport
    @pentagrammotorsport ปีที่แล้ว

    Great little car. I’ve already got three of these so I really shouldn’t ask, but, how much are you looking for for it?

  • @AliMackMechanical
    @AliMackMechanical ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would have bought this of you but am at the other end of the country 😂😂😂