Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2009 - 2012) 2.0 TDI (140bhp) GT 5d (2009/59) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Mr Average, but appreciates quality
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
No one has noticed it
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. The issues with the rattles are not what I expect from a high end brand. The most disappointing part is the inability of the dealer to repair them effectively
What are you likely to buy next?
BMW 3 series
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
January 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Quality, reliability and the way it drives
What was the dealer like?
Supplying dealer excellent.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Brilliant. Smooth, good power and very smooth. It handles exceptionally well. I have nearly 5000 miles up now and it's getting nicer to drive as the miles increase. I am averaging 45 mpg (mixed driving)
What's it like to park?
easy enough
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The car has 2 very annoying rattles, it has been in the local dealers twice, they have fixed them temporarily but have both returned
What's most practical about your car?
Good space and very easy to drive
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Ipod connection. Although I had to go back to the dealer to get the correct lead. It was exchanged FOC
