VW Golf GTi Hatchback 1981-

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  • Economy

    Value

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Cost £280, 'banger' money for a solid car.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    £60 on new battery and £120 on 4 new tyres.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Feels solid and secure, goes where you point it, but need to be driven properly. No PAS on mine, which teaches you how to steer. Properly.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Quick at lights, bit sluggish in 5th but once its going, it goes like a train. Sits at 85 quite comfortably but at 14 years old, thing do rattle. A bit.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    156000 miles and still going- just. Needs to be run, and kept topped up with fuel or she gets grumpy if neglected. No oil needed yet.

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    1 out of 5 1.0

    Ubercool- at home in town or county:)

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats ok but back gets a bit sore after 5 hour drive.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No one has tried to steal it yet mine fitted with immobiliser.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Can overheat.

    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