Volkswagen Polo Hatchback 1.0 L 3d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good reliable car for the money.
Costs
Service cost astronomical from dealer.
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On the road
Driving
Nice enough to bop about in. Good on motorway runs (Glasgow to Brighton three times).
Performance
1.0L - no rocket, but nippy enough. Squeezed just over 100mph out of it.
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Living with it
Reliability
Yeah good - watch out for dodgy transmission leads though.
Image
People saw it as a friendly little car.
Comfort
Yeah, comfy enough.
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Security and Service
Security
Not put to the test.
Service
Total crap! Got a Golf as well and it's no better, no matter where you take it VW-wise!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Solid little thing.
Other
Rear washer hose went - told not to use until we got into garage. Warranty total crap!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes