Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.8 T GTI (180ps) 3d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lot of money for what you get, but it is a VW.
Costs
Servicing is expensive. Parts prices would scare the Devil.
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On the road
Driving
Fun to drive, but ride is stodgy; wallows through corners.
Performance
Performance not what you would expect. Car is way to heavy and lacks grunt.
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Living with it
Reliability
Could be just mine... probs with alarm, electric windows, ECU, central locking and 2nd gear changing up (only when cold).
Image
Good strong image, but too many reps getting hold of them.
Comfort
Excellent on motorways but country driving not over-pleasant.
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Security and Service
Security
My alarm has been very unreliable. Locks are ok, though.
Service
The quality of service recived from main dealer is beyond words, it has been that poor.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
ECU twice replaced.
Other
Electric windows, central locking and alarm.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No