Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.6 Driver 5d (1990/G) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Can pick up a good buy for no money.
Costs
Can drink petrol, a £27 tank did me 250-260 miles if I was lucky; parts can be costly, nothing major though. At group 9 insurance it can be a bit of a killer. Especially when you're at 18-22.
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On the road
Driving
Quite fast, gears are quite wide apart and it may give you arm strain over time. Generally fun.
Performance
It will go if you want it to. Can be a little noisy at speed.
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Living with it
Reliability
No major problems, battery, springs and shocks, the car is 12 years old so what can you expect. Nice car you don't mind spending a little on it. Two niggles it chuggs in the cold and rattles from underneath.
Image
Boy-racer. It maybe an older car but the name says it all. GOLF impresses.
Comfort
Seats are a little hard and can give you a sore back on very long trips 3hrs +, over all quite comfortable, good seat springs in driver's seat and seat height adjustment helps.
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Security and Service
Security
OK locks, but no alarms fitted, so maybe an idea if you want to keep your Golf to fit one.
Service
Never used a VW dealer for any service so can't judge.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Very sound no problems, Very forgiving - when pushed.
Other
Lack of power steering can be hellish when trying to park. Be ready for sore arms LOL :-).
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