Volkswagen Golf GTI (2005 - 2008) 2.0 GTI 5d (2005/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Boy racer with a proper car

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

Liked very much with the quality of VW

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes because its a fantastic car to drive

What are you likely to buy next?

Nothing for a few years assuming the car lives up to expectations but after that, possibly a BMW M3 or Nissan Skyline

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£11,990

When did you buy the car?

January 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Cheaper than the listed Parker's price, plus included inbuilt dvd player and sat nav all from manufacturer

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Performance and good Volkswagen build quality

What was the dealer like?

very helpful, refurbed all 4 alloys from bad kerbing from last owner

What's it like to drive?

Fantastic and loadsa fun

What's it like to park?

fairly easy

Have you had any problems with the car?

Corrosion on alloys and rear VW badge, aside from that, nothing

What's most practical about your car?

fantastic torque, and pulls easily even in low revs

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

turbo