• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Iam someone looking for economy, but likes a comfortable vehicle and good performance.

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

    Looks good, nice to drive.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes I would buy again, its the kind of vehicle i enjoy driving, despite a touch of turbo lag, for which allowance can be made. Giant boot provides more than adequate storage space plus room for five people.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Probably another VW, have to see what they come up with and what catches my eye!

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,000

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I thought the deal was acceptable, the car being purchased a little high, but the px on my golf was fine considering it a 1999 vehicle.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Looking for improved fuel economy, last car V5 vw, plus some sporty performance.

    What was the dealer like?

    Not pushy or pressurising, a buy it if your happy with it attitude!

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Nice, not noisy as I had expected, cruises along quite effortlessly.

    What's it like to park?

    No problem, rear sensors give that extra confidence on the length when reversing.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    As yet no.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Spacious, 4 doors, economical.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Auto gearbox.