Other Volkswagen Golf (2004 - 2009) models:

  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Don't buy into car statements, it's a car hat u can afford.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Dont care.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Maybe, don't think the later Gt tdi version looks very nice (not sporty looking). Maybe next revamp will look better.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Golf or Audi a5.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £20,000

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Average. Don't buy service plan, not worth the money.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Switch from petrol to diesel due to job change.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Good drive, true what they say about diesel noise but have the radio on full anyway so not a problem..

    What's it like to park?

    Easy, especially with parking sensors and auto tilt mirrors.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Minor repair on gear box electrics after 5 years. Can't complain about reliability.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Back doors and isofix points for car seats.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Rain sensors, parking sensors, auto mirror tilt when reversing.