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  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    It's probably a bit of a status symbol as vw golf has a good reputation.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    They like it. Some neighbours have commented on how good it looks.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, because they are quite expensive even when you buy secondhand.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Something with the same size engine 1.6, but perhaps cheaper to buy in the first place.

  • Buying experience

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £2,700

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Deal okay. Nothing special.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Friendly

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Nice to drive if you can ignore all the rattles. Very quiet at high speeds.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy to park.

  • Living with it

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Noisy. Bit of a rattle when driving it.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good head height. Is very light to steer and holds road very well.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    I like the lights on the interior of the doors when you open them.