VW Polo Hatchback 1981-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts can be found cheap at German and Swedish suppliers.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Fairly good, particularly at specialist.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    VW quality.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nippy in first 3 gears, but no top end.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Was okay once faults sorted with head gasket and water pump.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Well, isn't going to inspire car thieves. Insrance companies luv 'em.

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No toys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Got broken into once through quarter light and CD nicked.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never used VW themselves as I know of cloud cuckooland costs.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket, water pump and oil sensors needed replacing.

    Other

    Fuel gauge never worked, inspite of 3 sender units tried.

    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