Volkswagen Lupo (1999 - 2005) 1.4 E 3d (2000/X) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Says Im Mr sensible but with some style.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think its good.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No It took 1 hour to change my offside side light. I had to remove several air pipes simply to access the headlamp unit! Engine compartment is too cramped even for simple maintanence, like changing lamps. Tyres are expensive due to un-common small size and dimensions. Boot size is tiny
What are you likely to buy next?
VW Golf. Or possibly a classic car like a camper van or citroen 2CV.
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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?
£2,500
When did you buy the car?
October 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not to bad.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed to replace my unrelible previous car, which kept breaking down.
What was the dealer like?
Fine
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Nice and light to drive. Good acceleration. Easy steering.
What's it like to park?
Very easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
It took me 1 hour to replace front offside side light! I had to remove part of the air filtration system just to access the offside headlamp unit! Due to cramped engine compartment, Not at all easy for routine maintanence! Problems with electric windows: 1) When closing offside window it goes up half way then fully opens, so you have to close it in steps. 2) On rare occasions all windows open when locking drivers door. 3) Sliding Sun roof opens up fully again when you almost get it closed! Engine warning lights keep comming on for no reason. But engine is fine. Dealer tried to fix it but warning lights still appear. Gears difficult to engage. Tyres are expensive compared to most other cars due to their smaller size and dimensions. Boot size is tiny and will not even accomod
What's most practical about your car?
Small and quite economical. Good sized engine (1.4) for size of car.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
CD radio
