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[Dansporter]

Hi Guys,

I’m new to the forum and looking to join the T6 club! But I’m looking for a rare beast, a TSI Kombi with a particular spec. Whilst it’s a very long shot I thought I’d post what I’m looking for in case you know of one that will become available. What I’m dreaming of is as follows;

SWB
TSI
Kombi
Highline
DSG
Factory LEDs
Milage under 20k
Single slider
Standard bodywork, no spoilers/sport line
Colour...Indium Grey

My plan is for a fairly commercial look everyday van come ’day van’ which I’ll keep for the long term. I have two young kids (6&3) so this will be a van to see them through until they don’t want to socialise with their parents! But longer term it’s possible I may go for a semi camper conversion, hence the preference for a single slider.

There is a van close to the above currently available locally, but it’s a twin slider in Starlight Blue. I’ve not seen the colour in the flesh and I’m trying to convince myself I can like it but not sure. Indium Grey would definitely be my top pick.

Obviously I’m looking for rocking horse s@@@, so need to be flexible to an extent. If you know of a van close to this specification that will become available please let me know. Many thanks.

 

[Jayjmac]

I know vas works had x2 for sale a couple of weeks ago!! I’ll link to website. If your on Instagram Chuck them a message. Good at replying

Vasworks | VW-Audi-Specialists

vasworks.co.uk

 

[Jayjmac]

Here you go

 

[Ukfozzybear]

Both lwb

 

[Jayjmac]

Both lwb

there has to be a compromise if your looking for all of that in a TSI

 

[Jayjmac]

There is a van close to the above currently available locally, but it’s a twin slider in Starlight Blue. I’ve not seen the colour in the flesh and I’m trying to convince myself I can like it but not sure. Indium Grey would definitely be my top pick.

Obviously I’m looking for rocking horse s@@@, so need to be flexible to an extent. If you know of a van close to this specification that will become available please let me know. Many thanks.
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@Ukfozzybear all you added to this was “lwb” super helpful

 

[Dansporter]

LWB won’t suit my needs sadly. Whilst some things can be retro fitted, I don’t fancy cutting 40cm out of the wheelbase!

 

[Jayjmac]

If you find one grab us some hens teeth while your there

 

[Jayjmac]

I’ve seen a few over the last few months. I’ll keep my eyes peeled for you. I only notice them because I actually really want one

 

[Dansporter]

Thanks, much appreciated. I don’t have Instagram and the VAS website doesn’t appear to show vehicles for sale, but that black one would be a prime target if SWB.

If I find one I’ll only wash it with unicorn tears

 

[Jayjmac]

Only the best will do for that TSI

 

[Gazbadge]

Hi @Dansporter I have a Starlight Blue TSI, not for sale, but I think you should have a look at the one local to you as its a really nice colour. I was unsure about it all the time I was waiting for it to arrive but I'm really happy with it now. When you see it in person I think it's one of the best colours avaliable, maybe I'm slightly biased.. I hope you find the one you want, I give you my word you will not be disappointed with a TSI (providing your not sensitive about MPG)

 

[Dansporter]

Thanks @Gazbadge. I hear what you’re saying about the colour. If it wasn’t for the lockdown shenanigans I’d go for a look firsthand. The pictures I see online are always hard to judge having not seen it in the flesh. In some I really like it, others I’m not keen. A familiar story to many when choosing a colour I’m sure! Don’t want to be left with any nagging doubts if I’m keeping it long term The other niggle is twin sliders, I know they are great for everyday but don’t want to restrict conversion options in the future. Oh the stress haha!

 

[Gazbadge]

@Dansporter I get what you're saying about the twin sliders. Mine's single and although I can see why people would like twins I'm glad mines not. Are you looking for a 150 or 204?

 

[Dansporter]

I’d prefer a 204 but I’m likely to remap it, in which case it wouldn’t matter. My understanding is the hardware is the same in both but need to do some more research.

 

[Gazbadge]

As far as I know from reading on here they are identical other than the mapping so both good for 300ish with a stage 1

 

[huw169]

AFAIK 150 is only manual and 204 is only DSG.
I wanted one too, but was a bit late for my budget with regards to the recent ridiculous prices. I also wanted the DSG, which was even more of a stretch.
Good luck with the hunt.

 

[Dansporter]

Good information on the gearbox, I wasn't aware of this. Fingers crossed the right van turns up!

 

[Sharpe]

Always worth considering a panel van and having windows fitted along with either kombi seats or a RIB bed.
You definitely won’t be disappointed with a TSI, I have a manual 150 which will be getting remapped to 300 in a few months when the warranty is up.
I’d certainly hold out for LEDs too.
Keep an eye on Cooler Commercials, I know they are a long way away but they seem to get quite a few TSIs in stock.

 

[Gazbadge]

@Sharpe how do you find the manual TSI? I have a DSG and love it but would like to hear how people find the manual. I've got a pendle map on mine, was too excited and couldn't wait for the warranty to finish.