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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Like cars, doing well.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    They all like it. Apart from my mother...

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, but that would mean selling this one...

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Maybe a MK6 GTI, when the time comes.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Not cheap from a Main dealer but they gave a good trade in price on my Passat.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Wanted a MK5 GTI since it was launched.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very very helpful, the best VW dealer I have used. Martin's of Basingstoke.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Tremendous.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy. No need for parking sensors.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Rattle from dash. Common fault apparently.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Spacious inside, especially rear legroom.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Xenon headlights are excellent.