OK, I have never heard of not getting records from a dealer. I get them all the time from dealer service departments. BMW dealers for example are very use to these requests.
Shank, just tell the dealer that you want every oil change detailed. It should be in the owner's manual booklet usually kept in the glove comparent. You known, stamped and signed by the service advisor.
The VW service interval calls for 8,000 km, which based on this car's mileage was probably every 4 months. However, it all depends on useage. If this car was used for short hauls then that is not good if regular dino oil was used. Much too long between changes. If 100% synthetic used then different story. However, "semi-synthetic" oil would be a no go.
Shank, did you look in the glove compartment? 9 out of 10 times with expensive cars like this the owners name is always printed in the owner's manual (service booklet). Usually has their phone number either at work or home.
Then you will see if it is a leased car or owner car. Owner car being better. Ask owner if the have teenage drivers?
I have contacted many previous owners. Last Bimmer I traded with a car wholesaler only had one key and I phoned the original owner up in Toronto and he had the key and I meet him a month later at his office in Mississauga. Bimmer keys run close to 200 bucks and are a PIA to get.
FYI, the higher the rpm in 4 strokes, the less likely detonation occurs. The deto is really bad at low rpms under load which is the case with automatics. Although, some stick drivers shift at some insanely low rpms.
