Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (1997 - 2004) 1.8 GTI 5d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
You like something modern,smart and care about power but yet running cost.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
its a smart looking car
Would you buy this car again and why?
no I already had it.
What are you likely to buy next?
something turbocharged. MK5 golf,A3 etc.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,500
When did you buy the car?
July 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yeah I would say so. I could probably sell it for what I paid for.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
in the hopes of turning it into a turbo as insurance was dear for 150bhp as I was first time driver.also very smart looking not to boy racer look.
What was the dealer like?
N/A
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Car pulls to left side,awful body roll during cornering.Very slow incomparsions to other cars however, faster than most non high performance cars.
What's it like to park?
fair simple.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Had to change clutch due to slipping. intermittent problem where car wouldnt start at first start Coolant temp sensor told this is common.rear driver side door lock plays up intermittently,oil leak,new radiator,new breather hose, rear washer stop working,key fob needed repaired,and rear tail lights needs replacing often.
What's most practical about your car?
comfort for motorway.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
electric goodies ie air con,sunroof and windows etc.
