Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.6 Rolling Stones 5d (1995/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap, average. It is a VW after all.
Costs
Not bad.
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On the road
Driving
Heavy, but not bad for size and shape.
Performance
Ok again, better when lowered 35mm on 17" alloys, good on corners.
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Living with it
Reliability
Very good. Never let me down (touch wood!)
Image
Everyone's cup of tea in my opinion, still alot on the roads.
Comfort
Nice. For fast driving, recommend better seats (bucket) as suspensioon is stif when fully lowered.
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Security and Service
Security
Ok. Get a good alarm fitted (immobiliser).
Service
Servicing costs a lot of moolar. Seek good garage and you'll still have your arms and legs.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Had engine mounts, sub frame mounts and cat replaced @ 100k miles. Drive sharft broke out of gear box.
Other
Very heavy, but it's German - what can you say?
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