Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.9 GL TDI 5d (1999/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent in all aspects.
Costs
Couldn't get a cheaper car to run for performance.
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On the road
Driving
Dolid and safe but unspectacular.
Performance
Excellent for a diesel. Better than a lot of petrol cars.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never gone wrong in any way.
Image
Remain the 'grey man'!
Comfort
No problems at all. Supportive seats for bad backs.
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Security and Service
Security
Added a Cat 1, but who steals diesel golfs?
Service
VW are the worst I have ever known. Rude and can't be bothered with private motorists. If it wasn't for the fact the cars are good, I wouldn't touch them with a bargepole.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Small plastic trim lifting itself.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes