VW Polo Hatchback 1981-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Can be had for pennies, fantastic value

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Everything D.I.Y'able, parts available very cheap.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fun, like driving a go-kart. Brakes poor though.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    45bhp engine does the job, but don't expect a sports car

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never had a single problem that hasn't been caused by my own tinkering

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    You need a certain amount of imagination, but I think it has a touch of retro style to it.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    More space than you would expect. Long journeys a touch tiring though.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Has locks, doubt they do anything though.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    V.W couldn't care less about old cars. Use independant mechanics.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Coolant sensor went once, £4.50 to replace. That's it.

    Other

    Shock absorbers and suspension bushes knackered, apparently a common problem.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes