Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (1997 - 2004) 2.0 GTI 3d (2002/51) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
You tell me?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Perceived as a quality classless small hatch..
Would you buy this car again and why?
No way. Water pump failure, Engine Management light problems that nobody can fix, faulty suspension bushes, rear suspension springs failed, interior light problems, abs light problems, engine burns oil, Engine misfire when hot and restarted after short stop. Not what i expect from a 'quality' car that cost over 15K when new in only 6 months of ownership.
What are you likely to buy next?
Focus, 3 series compact, A3.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,000
When did you buy the car?
August 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Car i wanted, plus offered a fair trade in for my old car.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Previous good experience of owning Golf's quality image, interior, looks, equipment level.
What was the dealer like?
Stubborn and full of the usual B.S.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
In a word disappointing. None of the poise or fun of previous generations of GTi's. A lifeless chassis and steering, sloppy in tight corners, long throw gearbox, average brakes. Does not Deserve a GTi badge. Focus way better.
What's it like to park?
Easy, if you cant park this then give up driving...
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Oh yes plenty, Despite the car being a one previous owner vehicle will Full dealer history and only covered 54K, in 6 months i have had to spend over £750 keeping it on the road, all of it as a result of poor design\engineering.
What's most practical about your car?
Practical shape for parking, good boot space, good headlamps.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Interior, seats, climate control
