Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.6 SE 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Fab all-round package.
Costs
Regular 40+ mpg and reasonable service costs.
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On the road
Driving
Easy to live with, responsive engine, refined cruiser.
Performance
Variable valve timing gives this 1.6 a surprising smile factor.
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Living with it
Reliability
Just minor problems with rear door handle mechanism and central locking, in three years.
Image
Sky high image - it says both nothing and everything about you.
Comfort
The driver's seat has height adjustment and the steering wheel is moveable. I can get comfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks and immobiliser give me the confidence to park it (almost) anywhere.
Service
Keenly priced but dealer inept at keeping promises.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Rubbish central locking on front passenger door, faulty rear driver side door handle.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes