I BOUGHT A CHEAP VW EOS!
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You’re wrong about DSG btw!
Pro tip - you need to keep the roof seals lubricated with a product called Gummi Pflege and ensure all the roof drains are empty and free from debris. That way, you'll ensure your roof keeps water tight and working like new.
Cheers
What happens when it does open no more :(
We have an EOS. TSI. Kept the seals lubricated and hardly any water ingress. Not a drip in the boot. Looked after they’re great cars. Never an issue with the roof and had it 7 years now. All comes down to looking after the car, it will then look after you. Great video.
Look at the light in the middle boot as the sun eats the plastic , just press it in the middle , but be warned in my fall out , check before it kills the roof ECU and motor £ 2k to put it right .More if VW do it .
It is the same here in Denmark.. These were pretty expensive as new cars and still hold a decent value. So people has and still is, taking good care of them. I have traded 4 of them since 2010, and all of them were just like 98% new cars. ;) Cars in Denmark are much more expensive than in England, so that might be the main reason. A well maintained 2.0 TFSI is still £18k.. A diesel like the one in this video would me £7-7½K :)
So you lubricate with silicone spray?
Awsome, imma get it
"Hardly any water ingress". Not the words any car owner or submariner wants to hear
I'm not sure if I'm the only one, but I prefer the video having a handheld camera than a second person, so it feels more authentic and can have a closer look at the car. Either way quality video, hope to see more
Agreed , the best YT channels are not over produced. One person and a camera, it just seems to work and be more engaging. Strange times.👍
Ishmam youre spot on.
Nah, authentic wobbly footage makes me car sick like one of the Paul Greengrass movies 🤮
Me too!
Some people don't look after cars because they don't understand. I always like to look after my vehicles regardless of price
Sad to read so many negative stories about the EOS... I have had a 2008 2.0 TDi DSG Sport gor the last 8 yrs and it's been one of the most reliable cars I've ever owned. It's done 123,500 miles always serviced, with a high spec and a roof that has never let me down. It just sailed through its recent MOT as it has done the last few. I live in Devon so the roof is up and down all the time. It drives like it did the day I bought it... I guess I've just been lucky, or maybe I've just looked after mine
Same here. A car will only perform as well as how it’s been taken care of. It seems like the previous owner of the EOS in this video did not maintain it as well. I love my 2009 EOS and maintain it through scheduled maintenance checkups. I have 136,000 miles and it’s going strong so far. I live in the Washington DC area in the US. I was surprised to hear about the common leaks and smells mentioned as I don’t have that issue.
That had a lot of kit for a VW of that era (when the feckin steering wheel was an optional extra). But the usual suspects haunted it, clutch/flywheel, rust coming on and roof not working Definitely no surprises and as the engine and box are good you're right, absolutely one for a DIY guy. Thanks for taking the time to put this content out. You make it funny, punchy and the editing is great.
Always liked the look of these, I've got a feeling they're niche enough to be a future classic, they're really nice looking cars.
Ive just bought a 2006
2litre sport diesel, 1 owner from new, full service history, new clutch, new stainless exhaust,and a yearly stamp for roof service, no leaks 97k, and an absolute minter. 2k she cost me, im gunna keep her 4 life, shes brilliant. You must have been unlucky never to have had a good one. I love mine
As a cameraman I’m really enjoying the new improved production values. I’ve always enjoyed your presenting style and now the technical stuff is sharp too. The result is so much more watchable than some mainstream tv car programs! Keep going 👏🏻
I was just about to post the complete opposite. For me the additional shots seem obviously staged and don't seem to add anything, they just distract me, ah well, I guess you can't please everyone! It hasn't ruined the videos for me, I still love the content, i just preferred more of a realistic tour round the car rather than something that I feel is a bit overproduced.
@@jroberts0611 this channel is one of the best around for showing its followers around a car along with an honest opinion. I like the camera work as some channels are stale. Imagine if top gear back in the day wasn't shot with different angles
Real shame about the audio quality.
@@acorndogs904 I agree 100% on your first sentence, my comment wasn't a dig at the video at all, just my preference. I think the trip to France in the Mercedes was brilliant and would have been even better with more technical camera work but one of the things I like about the car reviews like this one is how honest and 'real' they are, I think you lose some of that if you're setting up extra shots which don't really add much.
hmmm, not so sure - for a start the black point needs adjusting - lots of detail missing in the shadow - 8:18, the camera is outside looking in so the white compensation is out, hence virtually no detail in the shot, and I actually think the resolution/quality/sharpness doesn't look as good either
I actually prefer the one man effort, he'd got quite good at it and it was perfectly presentable and watchable - the single camera point of view was great for showing exactly was he was looking at and talking about - now it seems to be showing more of Matt talking about stuff, rather than showing the stuff he's talking about.
I don't think 'tarting' up the production is needed, it was fine as it was.
I had an EOS I’m the exact same spec but grey. Gave it everything it needed and more. Loved it but they do need to be taken care of especially that roof. Broke my heart to see one like this
I work at a VW dealership and EOSes(?) are notorious for leaks. Hard top convertible with a sunroof...recipe for complications.
The whole functionality is a web of strings (for real part called "string kit").
Any tiny side fender bender can throw the whole convertible system off line.
As a rule the Techs at my dealership don't roll down the windows, open the convertible top or take them thru the car wash
The cinematography in this is immaculate, so satisfying to watch!
I have a 2009 Volkswagen Eos Lux with 87k miles in it, in perfect condition only small issue is the convertible top, get stuck mid way when try to put it down but all I gotta do it put the thing that get stuck at the side n that’s it, not a big a deal, i was also told that when putting gas only put the supreme gas, so I can take good care of it, I love mine & will be taking good care of it for a good few more years
Got a 2.0 Diesel auto 07 plate, use the right stuff on the roof once a year & never a problem, Only time we had any water in the boot was when one of the drain pipes came off soon after we got it. The rubber surround for the roof motor is a poor design though, the lid section is waterproof, the bottom part is porous!. Best thing you can ever do is sit the rubber motor housing in a tinfoil baking tray, easy done & if you ever are unfortunate enough to get a leak, it will keep the motor protected. Would have loved this one for the Xenon's alone, stock lights are so poor in comparison.
Love your honesty with regard to the way you view yourself. It's expressed with humility and a sense of humor; both great character traits. Love it!
Thanks
I bet the roof should be fine, it wont open if your within 1.5m of an obstacle at rear and you was right next to one. That was the beep, warning you something behind car where it needs the space to expand
Love your videos really interesting and honest insight into the motor trade thank you 👍
Great video ! All I can say , if you take care of car it goes smooth .. I bought one for my wife and besides regular usual services and it runs smoothly. Mine is 2007 2.0fsi , same Color same interior.. currently doing 226k km and last two mot’s went without any questions. I guess it’s also something to do with uk weather … These cars there are in bad shape usually. Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪!
Good vid. Enjoyed your assessment. Always tricky to know when to walk away.
I bought my daughter an eos as a step up from a micra.
Same issue with the sunroof just needed a squirt of wd40 in the tracks above the doors. I'd wager the roof is siliconed closed.
You rightly said...the interior and door cards are easily £500. The engine another fair bit. Then it's scrap so you'll get your money back
Don’t use wd40. Use lithium grease. There are a few videos on CZcams showing how to apply.
@@markfanis9036 the wd40 I used was the silicone lubricant. It worked a treat tbh.
@@nigelparish2631 that makes if it is the lubricant type 👍🏼
I've always been amazed by why anyone would want a diesel convertible. Like following a fork lift truck with the roof down.
I agree. People are cheapskates
I love the new camera views from filming the car keep it up Matt 😁🙏
I love the cinematic B roll bits you now consistently do :) looks cool.
Matt another honest quality video keep up the good work always look forward when I get a notification you’ve uploaded a new video 👍
Great video as always but can we also appreciate the production , high quality , nice b roll and cutaways 👍
That EOS has been Rogered!! 🤣😂🤣
Looks like it would have been a really nice car had it been properly taken care of. Sad to see one in this condition.
I know!
That's how it is with all cars. Just think of all the Corsa F as GS-Line with a manual or automatic, black roof, all that stuff..
Think of all the VW Golf GTI and Fiesta ST that get scraped everyday because I don't know Louis or some other spoiled 20 year old just likes to not spend money on cars because well, they respect the Adidas drip more or a good exaust mod.
Hello Matt, thank you for taking the time to upload another video. Lots of clues in the boot to shown the ingress of water. I think you made the right decision. Ged
Stepping up the camerawork and editing i see, very nice!
Cheers!
Thanks for that Matt. One of those was on the radar a few years ago to take my Daughter to Addenbrooke's Hospital 3 times a week. The only thing that put me off was the boot space (wouldn't be able to get a wheelchair in) but the spec looked great & it had more punch than the Focus CC that we went for in the end. After what you said about the EOS, the CC was probably the better move. All the best....
i love the shade of red in that EOSs interior.
Great video Matt!
Thanks for another great video Matt.
Not sure whether I watch your reviews for your unique presenting manner or the vehicle that you are reviewing..lol. Keep up the great work. Look forward to watching all your uploads whether motoring or property related 😀
Great video. The insight you provide is worth its weight in gold! I was about to buy an EOS with a dodgy roof - I don't actually care if it doesn't work - which has had brakes, cambelt and water pump done. It's the 2ltr petrol, so with your comment about the oil, I'm not so sure... Thanks for the excellent video and detailed commentary.
I was waiting for this! Thanks :D I actually bought audi tt mk1 quatro anyways but I'm still interested in the video
Always cool to see what's up next for trade, thank you. Also this video is a nice mix a vlog, partnership & cinematics. Great insights into the EOS too. Was thinking, on productions with a cameraman, would you both be up for it to see who is behind the lens? I don't kow if it is something, just a thought that came to mind, might as well share it. Thanks 😊✌
Another great video review!
You do highlight the ups and downs. I agree with you when you say “why do people not look after cars.” Nice tweak in edit with the intermission clips and music.
Could I ask you which microphone you use? Always sounds really clear.
This is the kind of car that is perfectly fine for someone who would buy it very cheap and fix it himself and then use it.
Another cracking video very interesting as always...
Your happy personality just shines through. 😊
Love the new in video ad bar 👍🏼
Great review, I was looking at getting my wife an Eos, thanks for putting me off. Back to looking for a decent Saab convertible, rare but still out there.
Had one of these same spec but in grey, never gave me an ounce of trouble, c16 edc… loved it… 👏👏👏🏁💯
great bit of content bro stunning looking motor but your dead right get rid and best look on the next one you will allways make it back bro great channel love it
In my car collection caper days I picked up one of these. When I got back to the garage the first thing the boss said was " Does the roof work" - Does he really think I was going to test it! What a muppet. my one drove really well as it happens
Great work upgrading your production value and making it blend in perfect. Only halfway in I noticed you have a cameraman!
Another fascinating insight Matt. Sorry it was such a lemon. Is there any chance you could do a review of that Kia Sorento you were driving please? 👍
Aw a love the Eos! With a light exterior and interior they're absolutely lovely!
I've got a 2009 2.0 TSi Sport & love the pan roof. You just have to look after them & it will keep going.
Great video as always Matt 👍🏽
Another great video Matt. Have a great day 😎
Love this suprise videos!!! Greetings from Sweden.
18:04…….oh Roger, what have you done?😂
great video. Watched a few videos of yours where you always turn a profit. Didnt want to see you make a loss but it makes your videos much more real to me - that you bought a lemon. I'm too sentimental to do what you do. This car looks really cute and I'd want to fix it up but you're doing the right thing not to sink more cash into it.
Don't know what it is but when you hold the camera during the inspection it seems more natural and better somehow.
I alternate. I prefer the quality of these and it gives me some time off too but I take your point
Same here, feel more connected somehow when its just you
Any mention of Leonard Rossiter and Rising Damp is always worth it...absolute classic.
I'd have took the Tyre inflator with you Mat , One of my brother in law as the same model , Roof worked for 6 months & that was 5 years ago, great video
Another great video matt good luck with the sale of your other motors would be interesting see if your mate sorts the EOS out and what it cost him to do keep the videos coming matt 👍
Great vid again.honest as usual.
Great video as always Matt. You must be under a lot of pressure as I'm sure I heard little trouser coughs at 15:12 and 16:21 ? :-)
Absolutely loving these videos, you should make an aftermath video too explaining if you've sold it and if so how much etc
He sold it in the video, for £1000
Great video as usual 👍particularly as I have an eos same spec and colour as your one with multiple issues leaking roof that works black smoke and some minor issues be posting my video this week on it. Could you do a video on how you do your videos that would be helpful for people like me starting out. A bit different to what you do but would make for an interesting one.
I had the same no resistance issue on the key Barrel of my VW Amarok.. You had to turn it all the way counterclockwise before turning it clockwise again before the ignition lit up.. Turned out it was a broken/faulty steering lock mechanism which cost about 180 Pounds at the VW Dealer to fix (ZAR3800)
My brother had the 3.2 v6 sport eos 07 plate with dsg gearbox very quick. It suffered water in the battery tray and roof motor failed. Keep bringing these videos. Can you do a skoda fabia mk2 1.2 tsi video please
Would love to see the progress on this. Do you reckon an update video is possible (of course depends on your mate)?
This was valuable, I didn't know they had these sorts of problems.
Great videos, really like the content.
Thanks
Great video matt again, just bought my own first car recently - a 2008 citroen c1, yeah not much but it's mine and it's economical.
Your videos have given me some proper insight into cars, thanks!
Great car!! I bought the other french cousin, the 107 last October 2021. Great cars those citybugs. They get you everywhere and never let you really down, the only fix I had made where the rubbers that hold the exhaust wich rotted away after 12 years.
Made a trip to Switzerland from Holland with just one stop in the 107!
Safe and happy travels :D
Years ago when they came out a friend of mines parents went to buy one new. The dealer told them to stay away as they were long time VW owners and he wanted their future business.
Always enjoy your videos. The EOS is one of the few hard top convertibles with a glass sunroof. The SL and SLK had them also but in a different price bracket. I drove a friend’s EOS a few times and quite liked it. Pity a car with just 102k miles is more or less a throwaway.
May be worth around 4k if in a good condition though
A very good car for someone. Great video witty, sarcastic and punchy. Keep making them your doing a belting job, like we say up north👍👍
Thanks
Been thinking about buying one of these as noticed they were getting cheap. Think you just talked me out of it. Thanks.
Everytime something went wrong on the car I just remembered watching Scotty saying the word "VW" and "Money Pit" in the same sentence
Nice car if it had been looked after, I’ve recently been looking at Sirocco’s which I think have aged just as well.
It’s a shame
Get em before they are gone. mk 5 gti engined one and garage it.
Great vid as ever 👌
I'm really enjoying this channel. It's so interesting.
Thanks!
Great video. I really enjoyed watching this. Presentation and production is superb. More like this please. (I am not in the car trade).
Thanks
Some you win some you loose , another excellent video Matt 👍
My tip for water leaks. The seals can stick against their mating surfaces and enable leaks. The seals from the factory have a long lasting coating applied which allows the seals to slip against their mating surface but often the rubber seals and bodywork have become dusty and dry for lack of attention, they bind and do not seal well. Try partial opening of the roof and clean and apply something like Armor all protectant for vinyl and rubber to the seal and the metal body mating surface. You would be surprised how often this works. Try it on door seals to keep away water which can freeze in Winter making door opening difficult. Try it on tailgates too, especially if there is a leak, which some tailgate profiles are prone to. Remember clean dusty surfaces of the seal and mating surface first then apply protectant with a piece of sponge. It costs little and does a lot of good and may just save a leaking car.
I was thinking similar, I suspect not a lot wrong with the roof mechanism that lubricating and cleaning couldn't sort. Sadly though not so for the rest of the vehicle.
Well said my man VW do some special grease for all the rubber seals . A great little car .
The stuff needed to maintain the seals is called Gummi Pfledge.
@@drnick1972 The correct lubricant for the seals is Volkswagen VW VAG Group Krytox Roof Rubber Care Oil Lubricant G052172A1 5. I had one of the first EOS's in UK back in 2006, when it rained the water would collect between the doors and the sills and when the door was opened it flooded all over your shoes. VW brought out a mod fo it but never worked on my car.
@@nigelw4119 OK. My ex wife had an Eos in 2012 and we bought some Gummi Pfledge from the dealer which also had a VW park number so maybe it’s the same stuff 🤷🏻♂️
Great video Matt, but sadly the car wasn't up to it. However, you are the most positive guy I know. Keep them coming Matt your videos are spot on
I’ve got a 2.0 Petrol Auto on a 08, just passed 50k miles with FSH, you need to look after these, the VW lubricant for the seals is over £30 for a tiny tiny bottle and you need to massage it into the rubbers at least 3 times a year, mine is bone dry and root works a treat, and 🤞she’ll run for another couple of years 😂
My old neighbour had one and she was a hairdresser, my friend has bought one recently fully loaded yet I still don’t see why anyone would want one, amazing video really liking these cheap car content
This would’ve been nice in it’s day. Great spec
My mum almost bought an EOS circa 2006, this video took me back in time.
When the sunroof jammed 😂😂
Another good video. What's your thoughts on the Sorrento?
What about a review of the Kia? That appeared to be good. They look good, too, but I hear they have a weak - and expensive - clutch. Keep 'em coming Matt. Always enjoyable. I've watched the Yeti about ten times now!
My wife's focus cc would knock that into next week. Same year, same colour, 2 ltr td. Half the miles. Just down the the road from you matt if you fancy a video.
The video editing is fantastic
I own a 2.0 Tfsi and I have to say its an amazing car it’s a DSG with 50.000 miles and it’s an individual edition! Its an amazing looking car in good condition, it does leak a bit….. from the pillar on the front right but it’s a great car, quite quick the only bad thing is the fuel economy, which is….. not great but still very happy with it as it is my first car!
Hi great video you’re awesome ,love from wales xx
Thanks so much!!
Regarding wheel bearing noise, I had a "wheel bearing" noise and had all four bearings replaced.
The noise was still there .... until I changed all four tyres.
The tyres were only a few months old but the tread was "growing" or "contracting" in places making the tyres "knobbly". They were brand new Avon low profiles but the MOT tester picked up on them. No refund from Avon though I might add.
I feel like i need to be your friend and work with you in my spare time. I so love what you do...
Owned an EOS (in blue not black) and had no end of issues with the TDI. from the dual mass and clutch, failing twice in two months (the first one, I believe was not properly torqued on the flywheel bolts) and MAF sensors (it had 4 in 12 months) two ABS sensors of the front axles (replacements require axles removed)
Finally got rid as the turbo was starting to show signs of issues. Sold it to Trent's for £465 and was happy to get that for it. Spent 6k on the darn thing, and that again on parts and other sundries.
Now have a kia nero EV. No issues at all. Loving ev driving now.
It bothers me when people like Roger don't look after cars. I'm glad it bothers you too. Great video - cheers.
you have the gt up for sale? very tempted. actually been out today looking at some 2 seat cars, namely the 911 and ttrs. didn't even consider a gt..... marvelous car at a great price 👌
we had one in at work a few months back, roof wouldn't open, it was parked too close to the wall. yours looked to be parked a bit close it may of been the reason it didn't open
I would have got a winter beater out of it. A second hand set of mud and snows and drove that all winter. It's what we do in Sweden.
It’s a real shame I couldn’t afford to buy this of you as it would have been perfect for me to do up and give me something to do to relieve the boredom of being being unemployed because I have terminal cancer, but this car was easy enough to do myself and when my mobility car needed replacing I could have the money instead which comes to a tidy sum every month 😢