EVERYTHING to Check Before Buying an R32 ~ MK4 Buying Guide

What should I check before buying an R32? What should I check before buying a MK4? I get this question all the time. Today I will show you all the things you need to check before buying a used R32. This is a complete guide to buying a MK4 Volkswagen R32, but can be used as a guide to buying any used car and not get ripped off. #R32 #Humblemechanic

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0:00 Introduction
1:11 Under hood basic checks
1:51Timing chain checking
2:31 Common oil leaks
3:44 Common coolant leaks
5:14 Cooling fan issues
6:51 Common vacuum leaks
9:34 Battery and cable issues
10:28 Engine mounts
12:21 Shifter cables (under hood)
13:17 Common under hood issues
15:52 Body and exterior inspections RUST!
19:26 Suspension inspection on the ground
23:01 PROPER suspension inspection
24:30 Bottom side engine inspection
28:33 Full under car inspection
29:29 Under car rear inspection
30:41 AWD visual inspection
31:26 Interior inspection
35:02 Shifter assembly in car
36:27 Haldex and code scanning
38:24 MY BIGGEST MK4 CONCERNS

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