Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.6 CL 5d (1994/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive to buy. Best buy 100bhp 1.6 GL.
Costs
Main dealer parts cheaper than people think. Easy DIY servicing.
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On the road
Driving
Drives well. Maybe a little underpowered on the open road.
Performance
Competent, but no ball of fire. Torquey engine, good for cruising at low rpm.
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Living with it
Reliability
Watch for clutch wear and cable failure. VW exahausts last years.
Comfort
Very comfortable on short or long journeys.
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Security and Service
Security
Fitted with deadlocks but no alarm, which means that thieves smash 3 windows instead of 1!
Service
I have mainly dealt with the parts dept and they can't do enough for you.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Replaced exhaust (back box only), front brake discs and pads.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes