2008 Volkswagen Gti Hatchback 2-door 2.0l on 2040-cars

US $10,499.00

Year:2008 Mileage:83775 Color: IS FREE OF ANY DINGS/DENTS OR MAJOR SCRATCHES

Location:

Augusta, Georgia, United States

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FOR SALE IS A 2 OWNER MAGIC BLACK METALLIC ON ANTHRACITE BLACK 2008 VW GTI WITH ONLY 83K MILES! IT COMES WITH A CLEAN HISTORY REPORT(SEE ATTACHED) WITH A RATING OF 90 THROUGH AUTOCHECK! ALL RECENT SERVICE HAS BEEN PERFORMED INCLUDING FRESH OIL CHANGE. THE EXTERIOR IS FREE OF ANY DINGS/DENTS OR MAJOR SCRATCHES. THE INTERIOR HAS NOT RIPS/TEARS IN THE SEATS OR STAINS IN THE CARPETS. THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN WELL CARED FOR AND THE PHOTOS SHOW IT. WE WILL GUARANTEE THE LOWEST PRICE IN THE COUNTRY(COMPARABLE MILES/CONDITION) OR WILL BEAT IT BY 100.00! PLEASE CALL US AT 706-737-1148 WITH ANY QUESTIONS. THIS VEHICLE COMES WITH A 90 DAY POWERRTRAIN WARRANTY!

SPECIFICATIONS

Exterior Measurements

WIDTH5 ft. 9.3 in. (69.3 in.)	HEIGHT4 ft. 10.4 in. (58.4 in.)
LENGTH13 ft. 9.8 in. (165.8 in.)	GROUND CLEARANCE0 ft. 5.6 in. (5.6 in.)
FRONT TRACK5 ft. 0.4 in. (60.4 in.)	REAR TRACK4 ft. 11.7 in. (59.7 in.)
WHEEL BASE8 ft. 5.5 in. (101.5 in.)

Interior Measurements

FRONT HEAD ROOM 39.3 in.	FRONT LEG ROOM 41.2 in.
FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 54.7 in.	REAR HEAD ROOM 38.5 in.
REAR LEG ROOM 35.3 in.	REAR SHOULDER ROOM 54.6 in.

Fuel

ENGINE TYPE Gas	FUEL TYPE Premium unleaded (required)
FUEL TANK CAPACITY 14.5 gal.	RANGE IN MILES (CTY/HWY) 319.0/420.5 mi.
EPA MILEAGE EST. (CTY/HWY) 22/29 mpg

Weights and Capacities

MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY** 2000 lbs.	EPA INTERIOR VOLUME 109.3 cu.ft.
GROSS WEIGHT 4112 lbs.	DRAG COEFFICIENT 0.32 Cd
CURB WEIGHT 3151 lbs.	CARGO CAPACITY, ALL SEATS IN PLACE 15.1 cu.ft.
** When adequately equipped, which may require engine and/or other drivetrain upgrades.

DriveTrain

DRIVE TYPE Front wheel drive

TRANSMISSION Automatic

Engine & Performance

BASE ENGINE SIZE 2.0 L	CAM TYPE Double overhead cam (DOHC)
CYLINDERS Inline 4	VALVES 16
TORQUE 207 ft-lbs. @ 1800 rpm	HORSEPOWER 200 hp @ 5100 rpm
TURNING CIRCLE 35.8 ft.

Suspension

MacPherson strut front suspension	Multi-link rear suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension	Front and rear stabilizer bar

Warranty

BASIC 4 yr./ 50000 mi.

DRIVETRAIN 5 yr./ 60000 mi.

ROADSIDE 4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Interior Features

Front Seats

Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable driver seat	Height adjustable passenger seat
Cloth	Sport front seats

Rear Seats

Split-folding rear seatback	Folding with storage and pass-thru center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts

Power Features

Remote keyless power door locks	Power mirrors
Heated mirrors	2 one-touch power windows
Remote window operation

Instrumentation

Clock	Tachometer
Trip computer	External temperature display
Low fuel level warning	Compass

Convenience

Cruise control	Front console with storage
Front and rear cupholders	Front door pockets
Manual rear seat easy entry	First aid kit
Remote trunk release	Retained accessory power
Front seatback storage	Electric speed-proportional power steering
12V cargo area power outlet(s)	Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Transmission controls and audio controls on steering wheel

Comfort

Interior air filtration	Air conditioning
Cargo area light	Simulated alloy trim on center console
Simulated alloy trim on dash	Simulated alloy trim on doors
Front reading lights	Alloy and leather trim on shift knob
Leather and alloy steering wheel	Rear floor mats
Turn signal in mirrors	Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

In Car Entertainment

Diversity antenna	10 total speakers
AM/FM stereo	Satellite radio satellite radio
Speed sensitive volume control	Auxiliary audio input

Exterior Features

Roof and Glass

Variable intermittent wipers	Rear defogger
Intermittent rear wiper

Body

Rear spoiler

Tires and Wheels

Alloy wheels	17 x 7.0 in. wheels
Steel spare wheel	225/45R17 91H tires
Performance tires	Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire

Towing and Hauling

Cargo tie downs

Safety Features

4-wheel ABS	Front and rear head airbags
Dual front side-mounted airbags	Child seat anchors
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Emergency braking assist
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Daytime running lights
Engine immobilizer	Front fog/driving lights
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp	2 front headrests
3 rear headrests	Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt	Front seatbelt pretensioners
Turn signal mirrors	Stability control
Traction control	Electronic brakeforce distribution
Emergency interior trunk release	Rear height adjustable headrests
Post-collision safety system	Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system
Self-leveling headlights	Tire pressure monitoring

Your AutoCheck Vehicle History Report

2008 Volkswagen GTI

Report Run Date: 2014-05-29 10:22:32.210 EDT

Report Summary

Class: Sport Car - Touring
Engine: 2.0L I4 FSI
Country of Assembly: Germany
Vehicle Age: 6 year(s)
Calculated Owners: 2

VIN: WVWFV71K58W131583
Year: 2008
Make: Volkswagen
Model: GTI
Style/Body: Hatchback 2D

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	AccidentCheck Reported accidents: 0
	Title and ProblemCheck Your vehicle checks out!
	OdometerCheck Your vehicle checks out! Last Reported Odometer Reading: 83,692
	Vehicle Use and EventCheck Specific vehicle use(s) or events reported

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checks_out Your Vehicle Checks Out! There have been no accidents reported to AutoCheck for this 2008 Volkswagen GTI (WVWFV71K58W131583). AutoCheck receives its accident data from government sources and independent agencies, and based on the information available to us, we have found that no accidents have been reported on this vehicle.

Title and ProblemCheck

checks_out Your Vehicle Checks Out! AutoCheck's database for this 2008 Volkswagen GTI (WVWFV71K58W131583) shows no negative titles or other problems. When reported to AutoCheck, these events can indicate serious past damage or other significant problems, and disqualifies the vehicle for AutoCheck Buyback Protection. Check the Vehicle Use and EventCheck for reported accidents that can affect vehicle safety and value.

0 Problem(s) Reported:

15 Title/Problem areas checked:

	No abandoned title record
	No damaged title or major damage incident record
	No fire damaged title record
	No grey market title record
	No hail damage title record
	No insurance loss title or probable total loss record
	No junk or scrapped title record
	No manufacturer buyback/lemon title record
	No odometer problem title record
	No rebuilt/rebuildable title record
	No salvage title or salvage auction record
	No water damaged title record
	No NHTSA crash test record
	No frame/unibody damage record
	No recycling facility record

OdometerCheck

checks_out Your Vehicle Checks Out! AutoCheck examined the reported odometer readings reported to AutoCheck for this 2008 Volkswagen GTI (WVWFV71K58W131583) and no indication of an odometer rollback or tampering was found. AutoCheck uses business rules to determine if reported odometer readings are significantly less than previously reported values. Not all reported odometer readings are used. Title and auction events also report odometer tampering or breakage.

0 Problem(s) Reported:

Mileage

Date Reported

	15	12/08/2007
	32,703	10/13/2010
	32,703	11/24/2010
	32,703	11/29/2010
	32,708	12/07/2010
	32,754	02/02/2011
	40,119	08/09/2011
	57,435	08/13/2012
	71,548	08/19/2013
	83,692	02/24/2014
	83,692	02/24/2014

Vehicle Use and EventCheck

Information Reported! AutoCheck shows additional vehicle uses or events reported to AutoCheck for this 2008 Volkswagen GTI (WVWFV71K58W131583). This includes reported vehicle uses such as rental or lease, and events such as whether the vehicle has been reported to have had a loan/lien or a duplicate title issued. Other events show if the vehicle has a reported accident and how many calculated accidents or if it has been reported stolen or repossessed. It is recommended to have pre-owned vehicles inspected by a third party prior to purchase.

1 Event(s) Reported:

6 Vehicle uses checked:

	Fleet, rental and/or lease use record(s)
	No taxi use record
	No police use record
	No government use record
	No livery use record
	No driver education record

2 Event(s) Reported:

9 Vehicle events checked:

	No accident record reported through accident data sources
	No corrected title record
	No duplicate title record
	Emission/safety inspection record(s)
	Loan/Lien record(s)
	No fire damage incident record
	No repossessed record
	No theft record
	No storm area registration/title record

Full History

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Report Run Date 2014-05-29 10:22:32.210 EDT

Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen GTI (WVWFV71K58W131583)

Event date	Location	Odometer reading	Data Source	Details
12/08/2007	FL		Independent Source	VEHICLE MANUFACTURED AND SHIPPED TO DEALER
12/08/2007	FL	15	Motor Vehicle Dept.	ODOMETER READING FROM DMV
01/30/2008	FL		Motor Vehicle Dept.	TITLE (Title #:0100072659) (Lien Reported)
01/30/2008	BRADENTON, FL		Motor Vehicle Dept.	REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
06/13/2008	BRADENTON, FL		Motor Vehicle Dept.	REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
06/08/2009	BRADENTON, FL		Motor Vehicle Dept.	REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
06/11/2010	BRADENTON, FL		Motor Vehicle Dept.	REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
10/13/2010	FL	32,703	Motor Vehicle Dept.	ODOMETER READING FROM DMV
11/10/2010	FL		Motor Vehicle Dept.	TITLE (Title #:0100072659)
11/24/2010	FL	32,703	Auto Auction	REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION
11/29/2010	FL	32,703	Auto Auction	AUCTION ANNOUNCED AS FLEET/LEASE
12/07/2010	BUFORD, GA	32,708	Independent Emission Source	PASSED EMISSION INSPECTION
02/02/2011	LAWRENCEVILLE, GA	32,754	Motor Vehicle Dept.	TITLE (Title #:4858110333016) (Lien Reported)
02/11/2011	LAWRENCEVILLE, GA		Motor Vehicle Dept.	REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
08/09/2011	LILBURN, GA	40,119	Independent Emission Source	PASSED EMISSION INSPECTION
08/19/2011	LAWRENCEVILLE, GA		Motor Vehicle Dept.	REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
08/13/2012	LILBURN, GA	57,435	Independent Emission Source	PASSED EMISSION INSPECTION
08/20/2012	LAWRENCEVILLE, GA		Motor Vehicle Dept.	REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
08/19/2013	LILBURN, GA	71,548	Independent Emission Source	PASSED EMISSION INSPECTION
08/20/2013	LAWRENCEVILLE, GA		Motor Vehicle Dept.	REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
02/24/2014	GA	83,692	Auto Auction	REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION
02/24/2014	GA	83,692	Auto Auction	REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION AS DEALER VEHICLE

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Term	Section Location	Definition
Loan/Lien	Vehicle Use and EventCheck	A loan/lien is the legal right to take and hold or sell the vehicle of a debtor as security or payment for a debt. Normally, a vehicle will have a lien due to a loan or unpaid repair bill against the vehicle. Check with the seller to ensure that the lien has been satisfied.
Emission/Safety Inspection	Vehicle Use and EventCheck	An approved emission testing station has inspected the vehicle to measure the amount of pollutants the vehicle emits into the environment.
Fleet, Rental and/or Lease Use	Vehicle Use and EventCheck	The vehicle has been reported as used as a fleet, rental, and/or lease vehicle.

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