Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (1992 - 1998) 1.6 CL 5d Owner Review

Useable classic with a great image, the black plastic bumpers have aged well too! I have modified mine quite a bit so it is loud and maybe a bit too low, corners great but I have heard on standard suspension it is a bit boat like. Main issue is these cars love to leak oil and are VERY rust prone to the sills, mine being proof of both of those things. this car will not win many races even against pedestrians but that's not why you buy one at this trim level. mechanically the engine is strong and reliable if a bit gutless, cant help but look back at it everytime I get out. surprisingly it is poorer on fuel than you would imagine but when you factor in the fact that you have to pin it to keep up with regular traffic it makes a bit more sense. holds its modifications really well and the community around these cars is incredibly welcoming and helpful, always turns heads from people admiring to people wonder how that heap is still on the road in 2023. under breaking you will need to be careful on the breaks as there is no abs and since they are so poor (the rears being drums) your instinct will be to press hard on that pedal... engine breaking is your friend! plus there is no airbags so keep that in mind. wouldn't recommend this for a family or really driving around with anyone you care about but as a hobbyist or a cheap show car or even just a simple daily you cant go wrong really!