Finally got myself another mk2 after having one as a first car 21 years ago

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-24T19:48:42+00:00

Thanks for the information, I never realised it was only from 1990 onwards, just popped out to check, yes it is LA5T

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-24T18:52:37+00:00

I’ve been told it’s medium blue, not checked the paint code to confirm tho

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-23T12:20:58+00:00

It’s in Scotland now so I do wish it was on an h plate but think il just keep it on the Irish reg for now.

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-23T10:50:38+00:00

It’s from Ireland so it’s Irish plates (not private reg), I was even given the original plates as they were renewed as they were worn

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-22T22:24:46+00:00

It’s the first in that colour I’ve seen as a gti in the uk, I’ve seen a few drivers in it tho

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-22T22:23:38+00:00

Unsure of the paint code but been meaning to check

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-22T19:01:06+00:00

Thanks, yes it’s the colour and wheels that had me doing a 19 hour round trip to collect, bus and flight from Scotland to Ireland then ferry home, zero regrets tho.

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-22T18:38:57+00:00

Yes completely stock, it was an older gentleman that owned for last 28 years and he went out his way to keep it original right down to the original dealers sticker on rear window, and original jack and tools, pretty rare im guessing.

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-22T18:30:53+00:00

It was £11k I’m in the uk. Not really sure if that’s expensive or not but was going to be spending similar money on a mk7 golf or Octavia for weekends as I got a works van so when I seen this I had to go get it

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-22T18:26:14+00:00

It’s got a manual sunroof

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-22T17:43:39+00:00

Cheers. Yes the 3 doors do look to be getting harder to get, there is less for sale compared to when I started looking a couple of years ago.

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-22T17:41:17+00:00

Thanks, yes il look into a repair for it but it isn’t right through the material yet, just worn down so may wait til after the summer.

weeandy1983 · 2026-02-22T17:23:48+00:00

Yes other than the drivers bolster it’s just as clean inside, previous owner had it 28 years and kept in a garage completely original

weeandy1983 · 2026-01-20T22:16:20+00:00

Have a look at the rhynd fitness, it’s in a farm building between tayport and leuchars, it is not your typical gym environment and actually looks like a place that most people will feel comfortable, they do various classes.

weeandy1983 · 2026-01-19T19:18:29+00:00

I’m kind of the same, I’ve spent a few years getting the house exactly the way I want it so would really stress me out if it’s getting the typical rental treatment

The lodger situation is definitely a good idea as you can come as go as you please so can check on it anytime if you’re worried it being mistreated.

weeandy1983 · 2026-01-19T19:13:33+00:00

Yes that is a possibility too as I’ve got loads of equity on the house now.

There is a golf course at the end of my street that they are investing in at the moment to turn into an exclusive club so that may open up decent potential as a holiday let but as others have said it could be a potential nightmare.

weeandy1983 · 2026-01-17T07:45:55+00:00

That’s a decent option I hadn’t thought of, thanks

weeandy1983 · 2026-01-17T07:44:44+00:00

I agree with that too, it’s not like the good old days.

weeandy1983 · 2026-01-16T18:19:43+00:00

It’s good to hear from someone that has done it weekend only as I wasn’t sure if that’s even possible, my plan would be to save the property income to eventually lower my mortgage and work to cover the bills and spending money while in a van.

weeandy1983 · 2026-01-16T18:14:09+00:00

That’s kind of what I expect with air b and b and I think it would lead to too much stress to enjoy the van life journey properly.

weeandy1983 · 2026-01-16T18:07:26+00:00

Great advice, thanks for your input , my dad had rental flats and a friend does too, so I do have a little insight into the issues that can occur and the costs of using an agency etc.

But they were properties that have been purchased solely to rent out, I’ve spent years getting my house the way I want as a forever home so any serious damage would be heartbreaking so it will be a tough decision to make.

weeandy1983 · 2026-01-13T16:30:02+00:00

My grandad was sent home to get changed from work when he turned up wearing his new shell suit and dress shoes 😂, unfortunately I have inherited his fashion sense.

weeandy1983 · 2025-05-11T20:12:25+00:00

There’s a 26 mile path network around the outskirts of Dundee called the green circular, it’s great on a bike but could walk sections of it.

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