seat exeo 59 plate good buy?

[richdot]

Hi all new to the forums,

Currently have a golf mk5 1.9 tdi 5 door and since the arrival of my first child couple weeks back I need a bigger car estate struggling to fit everything in as nothing can go in the boot when we all go out with the dog.

I am currently looking at a seat exeo 2.0 tdi 59 plate engine code caga, I have good knowledge of previous 2.0 tdi engines but not of the later caga at work I don't hear of any problems as to be fair there too new.

The car has done 82,000 on a 59 plate has full service history and was a part ex from main dealer, anything I should be concerned about?

Thanks Rich

 

[seafar99]

Try one and see if you like it. They will probably not hold there value as much as a VW or Audi but you will not be as much up front.

 

[richdot]

Try one and see if you like it. They will probably not hold there value as much as a VW or Audi but you will not be as much up front.

Going to test drive it later see what's what, only thing that's putting me off is mileage high for the year, it's got full service history which is good and he said if I got the bits from work he will change the timing belt kit and water pump and service the car and give me the money back which is decent.

 

[seafar99]

I've found that a lot have high mileage due to being pre-owned by 'traveling salesmen'. Don't quote me but I think the timing belt/water pump are are due @ either 60K or 5 years intervals.

 

[ajf3011]

Don't be too put off by the mileage, if it's been well serviced and you keep it that way then it should be good for plenty more miles yet.
Obviously when negotiating with the seller this extremely high mileage should be reflected in the sale price
In these days of DPF's on modern diesels a higher mileage car that's lived mainly on motorways can be less problematic than a lower mileage that's just pottered around town all it's life.
Talking of DPF's, if you can it would be worth getting a VCDS scan of the car to check soot loading etc. Haven't heard of any particular problems with DPF's in the Exeo, but it's an expensive part to replace so a scan for piece of mind wouldn't be a bad idea.
Only other thing I can think to check is condition of the suspension arms which can be a weakness on VW group cars, apart from that just the usual checks you'd do on any other used car.
Very happy with my Exeo, much smoother and quieter than the PD engined Passat I had before (so you should notice the difference from the Golf too) and build quality and equipment levels are hard to beat without spending a hell of a lot more than you will for an Exeo.
Would definitely recommend a test drive, I think you'll be impressed.

 

[seafar99]

I also wouldn't be put off by a saloon also, boot space is large with the option of folding down the split- rear seats if needed.

 

[richdot]

Did a deal on the seat exeo this afternoon got it for 6,695. 59 plate with 82,000 on I'm happy with that, from what I could tell everything was good felt heavy and tight to drive. Only concern was going into 2nd gear was a little odd but I think that was more me to be honest rest of the gears felt fine. They is a scratch on the cup holder tray on the dash and one somewhere else where it's gone down to white don't know if you can buy these bits???

 

[ajf3011]

Welcome to the Exeo owners club , which model have you gone for?

1st to 2nd gear change can feel a little stiff when the car's cold, usually feels a bit smoother when the car warms up a bit.
Seems to be a bit of a quirk with VW boxes as my Passat was exactly the same.
Providing there's no crunching or clutch judder it shouldn't be anything to worry about.

Cupholder and other interior trim parts will be available from main dealer or TPS, dash in the Exeo is from the B7 Audi A4 cabriolet so any parts from one of those will fit too.

 

[richdot]

Welcome to the Exeo owners club , which model have you gone for?

1st to 2nd gear change can feel a little stiff when the car's cold, usually feels a bit smoother when the car warms up a bit.
Seems to be a bit of a quirk with VW boxes as my Passat was exactly the same.
Providing there's no crunching or clutch judder it shouldn't be anything to worry about.

Cupholder and other interior trim parts will be available from main dealer or TPS, dash in the Exeo is from the B7 Audi A4 cabriolet so any parts from one of those will fit too.

Cheers mate yeah am gonna give TPS a call work has an account there so will ask them

 

[Sausageinabun]

Welcome to Exeo ownership, a sleeper hit if ever there was one

 

[richdot]

Welcome to Exeo ownership, a sleeper hit if ever there was one

Thanks lol, any mods I can look at doing sensible ones anyone got any suggestions ?

 

[seafar99]

A set of 18" Alloys & Lowering springs (H & R's)?

 

[ajf3011]

Plenty of mods you can do to the Exeo to occupy your time and empty your wallet
I've mentioned some of the bits I've done on another thread but there's a very good sticky headed 'Modifications' in the Exeo & Exeo ST FAQ section which should give you a few ideas.
A browse of some of the Audi forums can be good too, as the majority of mods for the B7 A4 can also be done on the Exeo.

 

[richdot]

Alright guys cheers, hopefully when I get the car get to drive it more and get to know it I will put my mind at rest about the high mileage as it has done 82,000 on a 59 plate, slightly worried.

What's the scuttle panel and battery cover mods all about? And that rubber seal do I have to do that mod? Do they just clip on?

 

[seafar99]

Scuttle panel and battery cover just stops leaves blocking up the drain holes that sit under the battery and brake servo, so have a look in there for any sitting water with a torch. Obviously clean out any debris before buying a scuttle cover. The push fit 'side-bubble' rubber seal just helps stop dirty water getting under the bonnet onto the engine components.

 

[richdot]

Alright thanks any idea how they fit and where I am putting them have no idea?

 

[ajf3011]

Alright thanks any idea how they fit and where I am putting them have no idea?

Really easy job to fit these, no tools required.

Scuttle cover fits on the bulkhead at the back of the engine bay (where the battery and brake fluid reservoir are). You should have one cover over the pollen filter already (right hand side as you look at the engine) which is not needed. Remove this by pulling off the rubber seal that runs across the front of the bulkhead and simply lift the cover off.
With that off, sit the scuttle cover in place and refit the rubber seal (just pushes on).
There's a hole in the scuttle panel for the battery cover, just line it up and slide it to one side to lock in place.

The rubber gasket fits around the edge of the engine bay starting and finishing just below where you've fitted the scuttle panel. If you look you'll see the metal lip that this just pushes on to.

Sure there's some pics of these fitted somewhere on here (maybe on the Modifications thread?)

 

[richdot]

Really easy job to fit these, no tools required.

Scuttle cover fits on the bulkhead at the back of the engine bay (where the battery and brake fluid reservoir are). You should have one cover over the pollen filter already (right hand side as you look at the engine) which is not needed. Remove this by pulling off the rubber seal that runs across the front of the bulkhead and simply lift the cover off.
With that off, sit the scuttle cover in place and refit the rubber seal (just pushes on).
There's a hole in the scuttle panel for the battery cover, just line it up and slide it to one side to lock in place.

The rubber gasket fits around the edge of the engine bay starting and finishing just below where you've fitted the scuttle panel. If you look you'll see the metal lip that this just pushes on to.

Sure there's some pics of these fitted somewhere on here (maybe on the Modifications thread?)

Thanks for that I will get those parts ordered on Monday when I'm back at work

 

[ajf3011]

Part numbers and prices I paid last year if it helps

Battery cover 8E2 819 422 AO 1C £6.16 + VAT
Scuttle cover 8E2 819 447 O1C £14.88 + VAT
Gasket 8EO 823 731B £16.84 + VAT

These are Audi parts so you won't get them at a Seat dealer, only from Audi or TPS.

 

[richdot]

Part numbers and prices I paid last year if it helps

Battery cover 8E2 819 422 AO 1C £6.16 + VAT
Scuttle cover 8E2 819 447 O1C £14.88 + VAT
Gasket 8EO 823 731B £16.84 + VAT

These are Audi parts so you won't get them at a Seat dealer, only from Audi or TPS.

Thanks for that mate