Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.9 SE TDI 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Wouldn't buy new, but good, solid car.
Costs
Parts can be expensive if you go though a dealer, I was quoted £245 for one rear electric window motor! Breakers yards are a better option.
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On the road
Driving
Smooth and quiet for a diesel, but had consistent problem with camber sensitivity possibly scrubbing OSF tyre - after 6 months of investigation, I still can't get a definitive answer.
Performance
Not great acceleration around the 30-40 mph range, but picks up again at 60-70 mph - no complaints.
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Living with it
Reliability
Haven't broken down yet... but it's now reaching it's 100k mark, so needs some TLC.
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Fits me well! Not one for waiting on others approval.
Comfort
Even on long journeys it's very comfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
Apart from an alarm with a mind of it's own (mainly during temperature changes i.e. early morning!)
Service
Service OK, but too expensive and I don't have much faith in their mechanics' diagnostic techniques for more 'hidden' issues. Now go to a non-dealer garage for a major service at £130 not £230!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No problems.
Other
Very camber sensitive, always seems to pull left. Electric sunroof needs to be activated slowly otherwise it seems to get confused and loses its place. Parts expensive through dealer.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes