Volkswagen Lupo (1999 - 2005) 1.4 E 3d (2002/52) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Not a lot, it is seen maybe as a "Womans" car in looks, however..."Big Man Little car", "Big car little man!

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

As our family has owned two Lupos previously and this one some 5 years now, everybody we know knows the "Lupo" name.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Sadly we cannot as it ceased production 2005, some good low mileage examples do appear on ebay and in dealership at times but all is not lost.....The new, "VW UP" Car of the year 2012-13 is a great little replacement.

What are you likely to buy next?

The "VW UP" High up.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,500

When did you buy the car?

June 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Purchased under a "buy it now" on ebay at £2500 when bidding was allowed as well as buy it now, the bidding was around 25 bids from .99p and was currently at around £2430 with a couple of hours to go, the vehicle was low mileage FVWSH and 1 owner. A similar 2002 1.4e VW Lupo on ebay today will fetch £2000+ 5 years later !!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Purchased as I had previously owned a 1999 VW Lupo 1.7 sdi and loved it, apartr from hill climbing that is !

What was the dealer like?

Private seller who even drove the vehicle to Newport service from Swansea to meet me from Cornwall and gave me a full run down on the car.

What's it like to drive?

Well, first of all vision is fantastic all around, the handling is nuetral, light and positive so you go where you point it. The Lupo interior is quality, seats firm and comfortable and the ride firm and smooth.

What's it like to park?

The Lupo is a, "park anywhere" car and will slot in were others will not dare try.

Have you had any problems with the car?

VW Lupo's sit heavy on the front end so front tyres and front discs wear (inferior quality), therefore, fitting quality tyres is a must; Apart from these items, the Lupo is typical of the VW ranges quality throughout.

What's most practical about your car?

Rear seat 50/50 split and 100% fold down gives options to various loads from bicycles to rubbish bags and shopping for a couple means very easy parking, lots of space for luggage and great fuel economy.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Everything about this Lupo is good but as it is a 1.4 16v, the car moves well, is nippy in traffic, will sit happily at 70-80mph all day and return 50+ mpg.