Volkswagen Golf GTI (2005 - 2008) 2.0 GTI 5d (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Understated, classless and with good taste (I hope)!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They love it. My wife is wedded to it!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Most definitely - although maybe a diesel GT possibly - for the economy although on a run 35 mpg is easily achievable which is good for a high performance 2 litre turbo.
What are you likely to buy next?
No plans to change it - my wife loves it.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£13,750
When did you buy the car?
August 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Reasonable. Vehicle had one owener and only completed 15K miles and in excellent condition.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted something fun, fast and reliable but which could seat four and luggage if required.
What was the dealer like?
No issues
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Superb! Responsive - great torquey engine that just pulls and pulls from almost any gear. Slick gearbox and light controls - I had wanted a DSG but could not find one at right price but frankly with a gearbox this good it's not a problem. Great handling. Slightly lumpy ride a low speeds on rougher roads but this translates into great high speed body control.
What's it like to park?
A doddle
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing - apart from needed a new breathing pipe to rectify fast idling speed.
What's most practical about your car?
Space, comfort
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Superb audio system
