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    Golf leaking radiator

    Volkswagen Volkswagen Advice Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen Golf Advice Volkswagen Golf 2005
    I bought a 2005 VW Golf Sportline in February last year and all was good until I had a leaking radiator over Christmas. I had the radiator replaced by a mechanic close to my work, but the weekend I got it back an engine warning system code came on. The local mechanic had several attempts at fixing the car, but all to no avail, so I gave over to the VW where I had bought it. They said water had got into the wiring loom and there was corrosion at several points. The service manager told me it would cost $16,000 to fix, being $9000 for parts and $7000 for labour. Can a leaking radiator cause this damage, or have I been sold a lemon? I currently have the car at another mechanic, but he is saying he cannot fix it. Do you think VW should be able to do something other than wanting to charge outrageous amounts of money to help me?
    Answered by CarsGuide
    26 April 2012
    Carsguide.com.au

    That is unbelievable, was the service manager holding a gun when he tried to relieve you of the money. I would suggest you take it to an independent VW specialist for a second opinion.

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