Ive been working on fixing my 93 gas cabriolet. Service station says needs new computer....can I buy used, and do they have to be programmed, or is it programmable by the owner?

Asked by mgriffith Feb 13, 2015 at 11:26 AM about the Volkswagen Cabrio

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93volkswagen cabriolet.....convertible, 2nd engine.

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TransAm77 answered 9 years ago

Yes you can buy used but whether its' new or used it will need to be programmed to your Cab by a VW dealer or a very good European mechanic who has the right computers to do that. Personally I would get a second opinion from a good REPUTABLE European mechanic who specializes in VW

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