Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 2.8 VR6 3d (1997/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Becoming quite an affordable choice.
Costs
Only gives 23mpg around town. Motorway driving delivers no better than 30mpg.
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On the road
Driving
Very powerful car, but let down a little by the handling.
Performance
Very quick car. Power delivery is smooth and refined. The 6 pot engine is excellent.
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Living with it
Reliability
Very reliable.
Image
Still has the look, but mk4 looks better.
Comfort
Golfs with Recaro trim have always been comfortable. May be lacking in toys compared to the Mk4.
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Security and Service
Security
Standard alarm is poor. Car got broken into and alarm did not go off. Fit a reputable Cat1 alarm and immobiliser.
Service
Very expensive using VW. Had to take the car back as they 'forgot' to complete the inspection service! But the VW stamp is needed in order to hold the value.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
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