VW Golf Hatchback 1992-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheap, average. It is a VW after all.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Heavy, but not bad for size and shape.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Ok again, better when lowered 35mm on 17" alloys, good on corners.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good. Never let me down (touch wood!)

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    4 out of 5 4.0

    Everyone's cup of tea in my opinion, still alot on the roads.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nice. For fast driving, recommend better seats (bucket) as suspensioon is stif when fully lowered.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok. Get a good alarm fitted (immobiliser).

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Servicing costs a lot of moolar. Seek good garage and you'll still have your arms and legs.

  • 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