Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.9 CL TDI 5d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Costs
Parts are expensive. Economy of 55mpg is excellent.
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On the road
Driving
Solid.
Performance
Enough power for overtaking.
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Living with it
Reliability
First 5 years, nothing went wrong. Fuel pump solenoid went at 10,000, Starter motor and PS pump went at 128,000. Still on original battery.
Image
Couldn't care less.
Comfort
Could do with AC and lumbar support.
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Security and Service
Security
No-one has tried yet.
Service
Could be cheaper.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Timing belt should be replaced earlier than recommended 60,000 miles.
Other
Starter motor (128,000) PS pump (128,000) Fuel pump solenoid (100,000) Brake caliper (129,000).
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes