Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2004 - 2008) 2.0 GT Sport TDI DPF (170ps) 5d DSG (2007/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Would you buy this car again and why?
What are you likely to buy next?
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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?
£14,500
When did you buy the car?
January 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
New shape Golf wS just released so managed £3000 saving off screen price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Friendly without pressured sale.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
DSG is jerky from standstill or low speed and is sometimes a little too eager to drop down on acceleration. Engine is quite noisy compared to other diesels. Other than this the car has good performance and handles quite well.
What's it like to park?
Average for a medium sized hatch.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Needed a new part for gearbox but this was replaced under dealer warranty despite being 2 months over.
What's most practical about your car?
Good economy yet has performance.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Winter button does actually work in snow.
