VW Golf GTi Hatchback 1981-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    11 years old when bought, but GTi will always hold value.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Some parts are expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Should driving be this good?

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Pisses over most other hatches, Mercs, BMWs etc from the lights.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fairly good. Goes well for being a decade old.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    GTi looks good standard. Nice rims set it off, as do big bumpers.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Stiff set-up on this model, but leather seats make up for it.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not much standard. Fit immobiliser, alarm and crook lock it.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Replaced valve stem oil seals.

    Other

    Some parts are old and hard to work on.

    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