Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 2.0 GTI 3d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
High prices, but high residuals.
Costs
Seems reasonable - £200 for last two services (by VW dealer).
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On the road
Driving
Comfotable cruiser rather than sportscar, but very nice!
Performance
Quick, but not superfast - quite ok for most people wanting to keep their license.
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Living with it
Reliability
Good - as you'd expect.
Image
Still one of the greats.
Comfort
Very comfortable - needs aircon, otherwise very stuffy.
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Security and Service
Security
VW Thatcham alarm - can't get spare parts as company went bust - so only solution is new alarm (£500 at VW). Go to an independent for £300.
Service
OK, but uniterested in alarm probs, even though it was a VW-fit system!!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Alarm system - can't get spares - see above.
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