Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.9 GT TDI (110ps) 3d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive for what it is, but you get what you pay for.
Costs
Servicing too costly.
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On the road
Driving
Smooth, but handling a bit suspect (suspension bit soft).
Performance
Excellent - very fast and remarkably economical.
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Living with it
Reliability
Problems galore at first. Loders VW of Yeovil ironed most of them out.
Image
One of the most 'chic' diesels.
Comfort
Seats comfortable, but cramped for adults in rear.
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Security and Service
Security
I have heard you can open this car in 7 seconds with no special tools (no, without the key!)
Service
Expensive, technically incompetent (Swindon VW). Loders Yeovil - good.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None - very, very good.
Other
Where do I start... Cut out repeatly when driving along (very dangerous) turned out to be relay 109 at fault. Took Swindon VW dealer 3 attempts to fix. Electric window regulator failed twice. Cruise control switch gave up.
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