Is The MK5 Golf GTI The BEST Car For UNDER £5k?

Having covered around 1,000 miles in my new (to me) MK5 Golf GTI, I thought I would pose the question: 'Is the MK5 Golf GTI the ultimate car for under £5,000?' .......Is it? It's sure up there!
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[@parvindermander5664]

Still got my mk5 GTI in manual and love it. A good daily.

[@tan9640]

Owned a mk5 gti for 2.5 years now and in love, wish I had got the manual now although at the time I really wanted to experience DSG. Great spec for a car of its age and performance too especially with a stage 1 map. Cannot beat the steering feel. Having driven modem cars even a 6 gti has nothing on it when it comes to feedback and feeling. Legendary car. And values are on the up now

[@User-bo9hn]

I’m the other way round, I have a Manual but would of liked a DSG🤷🏼‍♂️ personal preference I suppose.

[@mohammedhussain8015]

Loving the content, I just got my mk7.5 golf r fitted with an Akrapovic back box and it’s absolutely savage. Thanks for making that Video

[@hampshirephoto]

Thank you buddy!

[@mohammedhussain8015]

@@hampshirephoto I live in Peterborough so whenever your around here please let me know and you can get behind the steering wheel of it :)

[@cre8tivegarage157]

Almost at 60k 🔥🔥👏🏾

[@hampshirephoto]

Nearly! Madness 😱

[@imprezaworks]

Had my 5door 57 plate for 18 months. No reason to change. Pretty quick too.

[@loOAL3XOoI]

Ep3 a lot more fun but maybe not as good as a daily.

[@darrenmicklewright2008]

Hade a mk5 gti a ep3 which are both epic hot hatches but for me right now I know it's a Vauxhall but my stage 2 astra vxr is great fun and sounds awesome for 4 grand if you can get a good one, but be aware when buying there's alot of abused examples

[@philipguacci6452]

I've still got my 2008 Mk5 GTI with 79,000 kms. Last year it had four very expensive repairs. Last was the ABS/ESC module. $2500 at VW. I spent nearly how much it's worth in 2020. Can't let it go though!

[@mattmorris6321]

I think the only really comparable cars would be focus st, civic ep3, clio 182, in my eyes hot hatches then really only came down to those😂

[@danieldixon29]

Want to ditch my 120d for one of these what’s an easily achievable power on these with a few little mods?

[@awaisahmed8143]

Stock turbo you can make up to around 280bhp. You’ll need an intake, inter cooler and a high flow cat/decat exhaust too.

[@adamdubsky5553]

I love this mk5 gti

[@sambower5544]

Audi A3 2005-2008 2.0 TFSI is an excellent bargain at this price. Same engine but slightly nicer looking and better interior.

[@steveo8533]

An A3 looks like a mini estate car nowhere near as nice in my opinion.

[@easycompany979]

Its the mpg in these that puts it above the st and type R for me.

[@djwalker8447]

Audi TT MK2 tend to be even cheaper than the MK5 GTI if you don't need the rear seats

[@michaelheathcote9488]

I thought we where in a national lockdown, didn't realise going for a nice drive was allowed?

[@JamieRob93]

Grass

[@jakel9410]

Who cares when he’s in the car on his own? Not to mention this is “work” to him. And for a petrol head like myself getting out in the car for random drives is ALL I’ve been doing and I see nothing wrong with that wether it’s technically illegal or not I don’t care.

[@michaelheathcote9488]

@@jakel9410 I don't believe KZbin is his sole income, he works for his familys business. The idea is to restrict unnecessary travel incase of breakdown/accident that will put our emergency services under unnecessary strain. It was generally respected during the first lockdown, but we are in a much worse position this time, but too many just don't care...which I think is quite sad.

[@jakel9410]

@@michaelheathcote9488 Stop believing everything you see on the news man. If you don’t have serious questions that need answering by now your brain is simply made of cheese. There’s so much out there that isn’t reported on that’s so significant. And if everyone who was out in their car was actually out for a “legal” reason I’m pretty sure breakdown recovery would be another business out of a job. What the fuck is this world coming to 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jakel9410]

@@michaelheathcote9488 HUGO TALKS KZbin #NOTACONSPIRACYTHEORY

[@levisanderson6951]

Personally think the 130i is the best car for £5,000, but the Mk5 GTI is definitely up there with the best

[@SM347YT]

Great video as always buddy! GTi’s are so fun to drive but also very sensible too. Good balance between a sports car and a practical hatchback and are very highly tunable. Lad who I know has a Stage 2 Remap and a sports catback exhaust is running 300bhp. Any more and you’ll need to forge but nonetheless you can safley increase the power x1.5!!!! Love the video man, hope you’re okay and staying safe man

[@markyrd1507]

Here in the balkans, these things are in my opinion, little too expensive around 7k euros like bruhh its golf calm down, still my dream car along side lancer evo but ill never get my hand on one of those

[@georgekalifatidis2547]

You could easily get a e90/92 with a six cylinder for under 5k🤤🤤

[@mahirramphal6120]

And countless problems. BMWs are infamous for having vanoss and rod bearing issues with their age.

[@MH-ro1ix]

Great motors, I love mine and was never a VAG Fan, black 3 door with BBS pescaras, great looking cars with the edition 30 kit on it and the potential for More BHP if you want it, recommend them to anyone on a budget

[@mikebeverborg2769]

imo u can maybe get a mk5 under 5k, but u know that it needs alot of money on repairs. bought my mk5 gti for 5700eu. 120k miles on it and it needed a new engine, turbo and exhaust cost: 7450. add that to the 5700.. either way its a amazing car and it was worth that money

[@adrianoorzelleca1318]

Renault Mégane R26

[@rbrme]

Great vid as per, I’d be really keen to see a guide for buying a gti, most of the ones under 5k up here have 100k + miles, and that makes me a bit concerned - should I be though?

[@harveyv9117]

my stage 2 mk5 GTI just hit 129k, 3rd owner and shes still going strong, make sure its got full service history and as long as you look after it it'll look after you mate. theres a few buying guides on forums that go into more detail on what to look out for 👍🏼

[@User-bo9hn]

Most older VW’s are quite bombproof if looked after right. my gti is at 133k and still performs like new💨

[@Superbustr]

-Note: Most examples of the MK5 Golf gti will most likely have issues as these cars are just about at the ripe age of 15. I have had the car since new so I should know. -Common things to look out for that probably need replacing if they have not already been replaced are in order of likelihood: Battery, Timing Belt, Spark Plugs, Worn out cloth seats, broken vent clips, worn out or scratched gear stick / VW steering wheel emblem, clutch. -Also other things can go include the pcv, alternator, lpfp / fuel pump related items, various lines. -When test driving a used MK5 Golf gti, things to look out for that indicate problems are: a rev counter that does not stay still at idle, lack of boost when flooring the car to get onto a motorway, rough start especially while cold, difficulty changing gears, speakers that don't work etc.

[@stephengrogan]

Can’t wait to see the mods 👌🏻

[@brentg3707]

likeable guy likaable car

[@datboy9521]

Corsa VXR?

[@jordancooney9291]

Just sold my mk5 gti for £3000 with 135k stage 1 thinking of going for a st225 next, opinions?

[@bradtyson]

25th anniversary. Only keep going up in value 😂

[@lamparino44]

You mean my Dad paid 4.5k😂

[@hellopeepsitsyaboy5710]

Its the shittest car you can buy. Just look at it. Its like 1950 looking

[@Kornatzz]

Lmao okay

[@raihanhussain4188]

335d E92 is the best car below £5000. If you disagree let me know...

[@Irfan-or9sd]

Already been done by a better youtuber

[@hampshirephoto]

Why are you watching the video then?

[@colinhendry3]

@@hampshirephoto why did you reply to this comment!

[@User77587]

Just enjoy the content, who cares if it's been done by someone else. I love MK5 GTi/R32 videos. The more the merrier.

[@gilesbiggin7741]

Who’s this better youtuber then ?

[@danburgephoto]

Who?? Hamza?

[@prudentjb]

Most reliable gti model i guess & cheap to maintain

[@malanjacques1]

I still have my MK 5 GTi and I'll never sell it! 14 years old, no squeaks, no rattles! I can recommend doing a carbon clean on the car. It improves performance and fuel efficiency!

[@Lowkey_DeAndre]

I’m having that done and new injectors put in it’s gonna cost me about 2000$usd 😬had my mk5 for about four months and it’s cost me almost 3k in maintenance 😑already did cam follower PCV n80 Diverter the list goes on

[@gavl.f.c6197]

Carbon clean will kill your injectors lol

[@malanjacques1]

The latest carbon cleaning technology is non-invasive, and done with Gas only. No components need be opened or stripped.

[@Lowkey_DeAndre]

@@gavl.f.c6197 how? They take the whole intake manifold off and spray the valves one of my injectors failed anyway so they’re four new ones in there.

[@Lowkey_DeAndre]

@@gavl.f.c6197 how? They take the whole intake manifold off and spray the valves one of my injectors failed anyway so they’re four new ones in there.

[@graemewhitehead6233]

With climate control you set the temp you want (normally 22 is enough) and the car heats up to that level using as hot air as possible - you don’t need to switch it to ‘high’ and then turn it down. Just leave it at 22, and it will heat cabin as quickly as possible up to that point

[@danl4252]

If you are planning on keeping it long term I’d recommended looking at getting the fuel pump cam follower done also.

[@CarObsession]

Good shout 👍

[@Henry-je7cq]

Had one of these for 6 years (got rid of it last year for an R). Barely ever put a foot wrong and was great fun to drive every day. Never got bored of it

[@danjones199]

Subaru WRX!!!

[@lenep9985]

I had the exact same car...brilliant car...its actually my fave car ive had.....and ive since had an s3 8p and an rs3..... Id advise anyone to get one of these...

[@maxmckerron]

Out of curiosity, what made it better than those cars you mentioned?

[@jt-bg6ey]

Mk5 is not for me it's just boring

[@darrelanderson3478]

Honda Civic type r fn2 great car for under 5k

[@tracktimevideos5164]

Had one, they are full of issues and have no torque. Megane R26 or Focus ST are far better.

[@burstinemdan899]

Got a 5 door in reflex silver, leather interior with heated seats and ill be honest, ive had the car for 3 years now and still very happy with it... reliable, good looking with good performance if you wanna put your foot down. What more do you need.

[@JC_46]

Great platform is the MK5 and a timeless design really. I’ve had my MK5 R32 for close to 10 years now and it still turns heads.

[@stevehulbert]

Go drive a remapped Edition30 and it makes the Standard Mk5 GTi feel like it missing another turbo 🤣😉

[@patpong5873]

KO3 V KO4 gti spools quicker but ED30 More top end punch ED30 stage 1 fun stage 2+ even better the brakes lets these golfs down TTRS brakes fit and stop well

[@steveo8533]

You wouldn’t find an ED worth owning for under £5k

[@austincaley5007]

I bought a Cupra 240 st2 with supporting mods(329hp then) 2010 model 83k for 5000 on the nose! Stacks of history. Cupra 240 better value/ more modern.

[@tracktimevideos5164]

Looks like a people carrier.

[@M140Lee]

No, the ep3 is 😂

[@tracktimevideos5164]

Lil. Torqueless wonder.

[@jdmguy44]

Try finding a good EP3 for £5k though.

[@jamesyates2911]

I have owned one for about 2 months , same but 4 door, great car love it, l had the mk4 golf gti before for 12 years.

[@Bitofpizza]

I must say the Clio 182 is a serious contender, but this definitely looks like a handful of fun!! Heated seats came in clutch too ;)

[@hampshirephoto]

Massively overlooked the Clio 182 - awesome little cars!

[@staycasual7203]

A flakey Frenchman over an efficient and precision German? You mad bruv?!

[@scottdownsborough8475]

Had the Clio 182 absolutely great little car for the money but recently sold it and looking at these as a replacement due to needing something larger with 5 doors

[@tracktimevideos5164]

@@staycasual7203 precision German? The Golf handles like the Titanic compared to a clio 182. Speaking of boats, ever driven a mk4 golf?....seasick just thinking about it.

[@maxmax123]

A Clio 182..? Really? Fun little cars yes, but definitely not as good as an allrounder as a mk5 GTI

[@mbrb2001]

Clio 200 cup can be had for under 5k now. Definitely the right choice if you’re into fast road/track use.

[@FastDriver318]

BMW E46 330CI's are a lot of car for sub £5,000 , usually less than that!

[@XclusiveAaron]

Was gonna say the same thing, I bought one for £1,000 expecting it to be a money pit, but a year later £0 spent on it (apart from fuel lol a lot of fuel) and MOT passed!

[@neilhibbert5201]

How about focus st ?

[@AsmirSut]

Bmw 130i. 3.0L, I6, NA, Manual, Rwd. And they are also reliable.

[@tracktimevideos5164]

Mine wasn't reliable. A vanos issue cooked and cracked the head. Car was scrap.

[@timjoyce343]

Focus ST225 for under 5K. Soo much potential in them!

[@rxpx69]

I'm not a fan of them but would love to see a head to head between the two!

[@hensmedia]

its a ford relax

[@tracktimevideos5164]

The Focus has much more character, a more playful chassis and a better engine but most non-car people just can't look past a badge. The Megane R26 however is far more fun than both.

[@jakel9410]

@@tracktimevideos5164 agreed, but the golf is a better all rounder for the money. Plus the STs have mechanical problems of their own especially when tuned

[@anthonyharrison4393]

@@tracktimevideos5164 better engine you must be either a ford owner or a good joker

[@hamzahhussain2114]

E90 330d are a good shout

[@iDriveNotxDrive]

There’s no better car for the money!

[@tredfxman]

Its a TR Hamza thing Ehh..?? 👍

[@shameemlottering9507]

Yes man best mk5 channel

[@shameemlottering9507]

Luke cars under 5k -there is the 2.5 focus st ;the New polo gti ;but it's not 5k but a good match; Renault Clio sport . You can get them for the hot hatch battles

[@matyasfabian]

Polo Gti is not really reliable tbh

[@shameemlottering9507]

@@matyasfabian you right but mk5 gti 200hp vs New polo gti also has 200hp but a good match for the money

[@bladesanalysis6141]

How did you get this spec for 4.5K? Atm they're all very expensive... they've gone up quite a bit..

[@lesliebird95]

I got a 2007 mercedes c280. 3 litre v6 petrol. 80k on the clock. Paid 5k for it.

[@FrankSerpico29]

I'd rather have an 130i E87 or my own 123d E87

[@kierantilley2590]

Clio 197 for me. Awesome little car and good on the track too.

[@Rotciv1929]

Plenty of handy Mk5 GTI vids on my channel 👍🏻

[@leet7031]

Mk2 leon cupra was my sub 5k choice

[@richboy900]

Golf or a focus is a good bet for that money

[@clarencemarrow8891]

Honda Civic Type R FN2 just got mine love it 👍

[@CarObsession]

No doubt the Golf GTI is a great all-rounder and the Mk5 was on my shortlist of cars to buy last year, but I went with a Mk2 SEAT Leon Cupra as it was more interesting, rarer, and also more powerful 😈

[@colinmorand129]

Good all round b road blaster and motorway cruiser 👍

[@hampshirephoto]

Agreed!

[@davidyetman6216]

Megane r26 all day long

[@liamparmiter9524]

e46 330ci/ 2k car

[@kieransoni6633]

No chance, 172/182

[@dngautomotive1939]

Z4 3.0i is way better for £5k

[@LouanLab]

Where did you get the golf

[@pablofieldo2289]

What head unit is that?

[@jermainerobinson7098]

I have a golf Gti mk5 l won’t ever sell it there is something special about theses cars.also they will go up in value in the future that’s always a good place to be when owning a Vehicle Also top gear car off the year and 5th gear👍👍✅

[@deanp127]

Had a mk5 Gti for nearly 3 years 2015 onwards loved it only sold as I needed a bigger car family commitments. Got the opportunity to get another one last august test drove one but it wasn’t as good as I’d remembered probably down to nostalgia as I’d wanted one for years prior. Ended up getting a BMW 330D e90 which in my opinion is probably the best sub 5K car you can get. Ideal daily driver fairly quick and economical.

[@CherylCold]

My wife is a Golf fan, mk2 country syncro and her baby is an '06 GTI. Its totally standard and immaculate, red manual 5 door. I try to steal it from her all the time. To be honest I think its nearly the perfect daily. If it had awd it would be very hard to beat.

[@fullstop638]

I don’t know, mk5 gti is a very good car, but a solid E92 330d is a decent option, especially if you can find an LCI car. Properly quick when mapped aswell

[@scottp4547]

Can’t say I’ve ever driven one but had a r32 which looks so much better These r too plain

[@daankleinen7403]

First gen mazda 3 mps for under 5K. Lots of power stock and much potential for tuning.

[@nadk8886]

Very solid car. Been watching alot of your videos. Excellent commentary and very well edited. You are going to be huge one day 🙏🏻

[@JamesSmith-jl7sb]

Bmw 3 series 325i 90-100k miles costs around 4k-5k beast of a car if you want something rwd and quick for the price

[@samcourt6228]

You can pick up some pretty good cars around that kind of money. I’ve just bought a 125i for my misses for similar money and it’s really very nice. Full leather, heated seats, Bluetooth and a lovely, lovely inline six. Fast Renault’s would be on the list too.

[@jjgkicker]

Slightly off topic question... but what watch is that mate? Looks lovely!😍

[@misdahandhand3577]

137 k when I brought it, drives beautifully, dsg gti, £2450

[@seanobrien5520]

I'm just about to buy one so I'm really liking your videos.

[@khadijashaheen593]

Nice car by the way

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks!

[@thegolfdiaries1123]

Yes. Next question 😉

[@itsjoel]

NO! BMW Z4

[@hampshirephoto]

Let’s get them together for a drag race 😜

[@mohammedabdulwahhaab7126]

Yes finally a MK5 GTI vid

[@hampshirephoto]

More coming soon!

[@mohammedabdulwahhaab7126]

@@hampshirephoto can't wait for the mods mate 👌 👌

[@hampshirephoto]

Thank you!

[@m.allmark]

Same as me mate a few years back. Love mine :)

[@chrisarmstrong6997]

Audi tt mk2 same engine

[@gretschludwigdrummer209]

Great video.....can't wait for the next one on the Mk5 GTI !

[@hampshirephoto]

Thank you so much!

[@Blakey748]

I like the golf but for the money I'd rather have an EP3 or Clio 182

[@hampshirephoto]

Other good choices

[@planesailing6919]

Golf is a better all rounder than both of those, and I’ve had all three.

[@dancollins7607]

an octavia vrs mk2 is basically the same car with a different body and I paid 6k for mine about 3 years ago so also alot of car for the money... Especially boot space!

[@JordieMotive97]

The Golf GTi has always been the car you can't really go wrong with tbh lol - good buy!

[@harddiillion]

Luke is such a don !!! Keep up the content my guy

[@twynzdouble6270]

Nice Mk5 I have the 6 Gti here in El Paso Texas Subbed!

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks!

[@jaapmazereeuw6548]

🤮🤮🤮🧨💣💥

[@jacobsmith5611]

Rival - BMW 125i

[@slynas10]

EP3

[@theantler3625]

Good cars... but Focus ST225 definitely the best car under 5k!

[@Bmwbroo]

Highlight this top comment!!!

[@tracktimevideos5164]

Ahem....megane R26