[A5osh]

If there's someone on your doorstep with a lead though this is obviously the way to go!

 

[A5osh]

It is expensive for what it is mate i agree, i too was going to find a local forum member and have some things activated for a crate of beer, but the nearest wasn't very near.

So considering petrol money and a crate of beer or small fee, then how much you could make here and there off people nearby wanting use of your cable, plus the benefits of fault diagnosis on any problems that arise on your car (this can be pricey out of warranty), and what you could sell your cable for if you dont need it anymore, over time it can be worth it....

.....sure im preaching to the choir tho!

 

[A5osh]

Hello mate i have just bought a genuine one yesterday and im waiting for delivery. Got it from here: Vagcom.biz for £230 all-in.

A great price, cheaper than the official uk distributors:

£264.95 here: VCDS (VAG-COM) USB PC diagnostics package for VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda cars (1996 on)

£264 here: Marshall's Industrial - Volkswagen powersystems and components distributor for the UK. IMPCO Gas products Distributor

£263.16 here: Buy the official Ross-Tech VCDS / VAG-COM diagnostic tool in the ilexa web shop

Like you i wanted to avoid ebay which is riddled with fakes from china for various prices, I reckon if 10 people bought from the various sellers on ebay 1 might get a genuine cable for a good price, i dont reckon many will take that chance!!

Good Luck! :thumbsup: