Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.8 GTI 16V 5d (1992/J) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Still the best GTi ever.
Costs
Pretty cheap to run. 40mpg.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent in the dry. Spin/slip in the wet.
Performance
Once over 4500 revs, it takes off.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems - 112k miles on the clock now.
Image
Becoming a classic.
Comfort
Can be a bit firm but if you want comfort, buy something else.
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Security and Service
Security
Factory fitted is cr*p. Have fitted Cat 1.
Service
I use a specialist - full dealer not worth it.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Nothing other than the usual consumables.
Other
Electric window switches needed replacing.
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