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Nov 13, 2021 - 01:08 AM
Hi there
Let's take your question from the end and work forwards from there. The Scirocco is less of a theft risk than Polos and Vivos would be. But, because it shared many components with other VW Group vehicles, there is nonetheless demand for used spare parts and an attendant consequent theft risk (even if it's lower than with more maintream VWs).
That's not the main problem here, though: Scirocco 2.0 TSIs were all fitted as standard with a DSG (dual-clutch transmission), which often turns problematic as they age. Sometimes it's "just" the clutch packs that need attention, but the mechatronics unit inside the gearbox sometimes also acts up. In either case, repairing it will be a specialised (and thus expensive) exercise. And, at this age, even a full dealership service history is no guarantee of problem-free motoring.
In addition, ageing TSI (direct injection) engines can also present carbon build-up in the cylinder head, and early examples (such as the one in the 2015 Scirocco) could also experience hassles with their high-pressure fuel pumps, injectors, and camshafts. This will again lead to large long-term maintenance bills, and makes such a car suitable only for someone with the tools and technical know-how to fix it themselves, or owners with deep pockets.
In short, we'd advise against that Scirocco for anyone who isn't rich or at least a competent hobby mechanic. Better to look for something simple and robust instead, until your budget has caught up with the long-term expenses you'll experience with an old Scirocco.
Hope this helps!
The AskAutoTrader Team
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