Hi guys
I’m looking at getting caddy for the family 2017 with 43k on the clock there are not many of them on the internet and really think it’s a good buy what are the pros and cons with these vehicles?
It’s a manual
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2017 caddy 2.0tdi
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- Jetta2
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Re: 2017 caddy 2.0tdi
Be sure you know the service history and if possible how it was driven by the previous owner/owners.
I have a Maxi Crew Bus 2.0TDI manual and it is an amazing vehicle.
Only issue I had so far was an abused clutch that died as the previous drivers clearly drove like twatwaffles. It was an ex-VW service vehicle and had 8 different drivers.
Take it for a test drive and any shuddering from the clutch while accelerating on the highway in 4th or 5th from any speed or any clutch slipping in the same conditions means bad news.
Other than that it has given no hassles at all in the year I have had it.
I have a Maxi Crew Bus 2.0TDI manual and it is an amazing vehicle.
Only issue I had so far was an abused clutch that died as the previous drivers clearly drove like twatwaffles. It was an ex-VW service vehicle and had 8 different drivers.
Take it for a test drive and any shuddering from the clutch while accelerating on the highway in 4th or 5th from any speed or any clutch slipping in the same conditions means bad news.
Other than that it has given no hassles at all in the year I have had it.
Ryan Demoser
1996 Mk3 Golf VR6
2017 Caddy Maxi Crew Bus 2.0 TDI
2013 Aprilia RSV4 track toy
2021 Aprilia RS660 road bike
1996 Mk3 Golf VR6
2017 Caddy Maxi Crew Bus 2.0 TDI
2013 Aprilia RSV4 track toy
2021 Aprilia RS660 road bike
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Re: 2017 caddy 2.0tdi
As per Jetta2's comments, I can add the following:
Pro's:
Extremely versatile and spacious vehicle. We tow with ours, its a moms taxi, a bakkie, family car
Light on fuel. Heavy town only driving sees about 8,5 l/100km, whilst open road drops to between 5,8 and 6,4 l/100km
Maintenance is very reasonable. Big ticket items were a cambelt change (105 000km) and a clutch replacement (162 000km). Services at the agents range from R1 800 for an interval service (lube service 15k, 45k, 75k, etc) and about R3 500 (30k, 60k, 90k, etc). As a bonus, you can find lots of parts at Goldwagen.
Cons:
It has a leaf sprung rear axle. Driving empty can be choppy over speed bumps in particular, but it settles down with a bit of weight in the back.
Ours has a annoying drone / resonance from the exhaust at around 2 800 r/min, which equates to around 130km/h clock speed in 5th gear or 110 km/h clock speed whilst towing a caravan in 4th gear. We have just learnt to live with it or adjust speed accordingly.
Try to get one with dark upholstery. Ours is one with the light grey interior and it shows up dirt and stains and requires a valet to get right again.
For piece of mind I would suggest that you get someone to run a VCDS scan for you if you aren't buying from a VW/Mastercars dealer.
We have had our Caddy for nearly 12 years since new and I would not hesitate recommending one.
Pro's:
Extremely versatile and spacious vehicle. We tow with ours, its a moms taxi, a bakkie, family car
Light on fuel. Heavy town only driving sees about 8,5 l/100km, whilst open road drops to between 5,8 and 6,4 l/100km
Maintenance is very reasonable. Big ticket items were a cambelt change (105 000km) and a clutch replacement (162 000km). Services at the agents range from R1 800 for an interval service (lube service 15k, 45k, 75k, etc) and about R3 500 (30k, 60k, 90k, etc). As a bonus, you can find lots of parts at Goldwagen.
Cons:
It has a leaf sprung rear axle. Driving empty can be choppy over speed bumps in particular, but it settles down with a bit of weight in the back.
Ours has a annoying drone / resonance from the exhaust at around 2 800 r/min, which equates to around 130km/h clock speed in 5th gear or 110 km/h clock speed whilst towing a caravan in 4th gear. We have just learnt to live with it or adjust speed accordingly.
Try to get one with dark upholstery. Ours is one with the light grey interior and it shows up dirt and stains and requires a valet to get right again.
For piece of mind I would suggest that you get someone to run a VCDS scan for you if you aren't buying from a VW/Mastercars dealer.
We have had our Caddy for nearly 12 years since new and I would not hesitate recommending one.
Anton van Graan
Current:
2009 Touareg 3.6 VR6
2007 Caddy Life 1.9 TDi
2004 Polo 1.6 Comfortline
2000 Jetta 4 TDi
1997 Chico 1.3
Previous:
2003 Audi S4
1999 Uno Turbo
1998 Jetta 3 CLX (Taken by a friendly chap called Jack)
1993 Uno Turbo
1988 Ford Laser 1600i Sport
Current:
2009 Touareg 3.6 VR6
2007 Caddy Life 1.9 TDi
2004 Polo 1.6 Comfortline
2000 Jetta 4 TDi
1997 Chico 1.3
Previous:
2003 Audi S4
1999 Uno Turbo
1998 Jetta 3 CLX (Taken by a friendly chap called Jack)
1993 Uno Turbo
1988 Ford Laser 1600i Sport