Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.9 GT TDI (110ps) 3d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Too expensive nowadays, but held value well. Paid £18k. Traded in at 3 years, 45k miles, for £7,700.
Costs
Servicing and parts very expensive compared to my wife's Focus.
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On the road
Driving
Ok, but the Focus beats it hands down.
Performance
Superb for a diesel.
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Living with it
Reliability
Spent far too much time in the garage. Nearly every electrical component was replaced under warranty (climate control, central locking, immobiliser, etc...). The mechanicals never failed though.
Image
Ok.
Comfort
Never got uncomfortable in it.
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Security and Service
Security
Everyone knows how to get into one with a screwdriver and VW charge you to upgrade the locks (this was the last straw that made me sell it).
Service
VW customer service aren't interested. The dealers think you are lucky to own a VW and don't know how to spell customer service.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Lots of electrical problems. Both electric window regulators failed leaving the windows open.
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