VW Golf GTi Hatchback 1981-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It seemed a good buy and insurance isn't too bad.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It all depends where you get parts and servicing, but I haven't found it too costly.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nothing too exhilerating, but predictable, safe and reasurring.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I'm quite happy with it. It can out-accelerate most cars.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Take a prospective buy to a garage to have them check it out (DONT USE THE AA!) as the previous owner may not have looked after it well, as I found out to my expense!

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I've subtly modified mine and I think it looks great and other people give good comments so I'm proud of it!

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I've never had to complain or fidget on even the longest journeys, better than my mum's newer 306!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I've never had any problems, but added an alarm, and always a security lock because I've added some stuff.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Not as refined as it could be; coughs and splutters every now and again and the cooling fan packed in leaving me stranded on the M4 in rush hour with a steaming engine.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes