Volkswagen Polo Hatchback 1.4 L 3d (1997/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Quite expensive to buy compared to similar but holds value very well.
Costs
£90 service turning to £300 bill for pads discs and servo hose bit of a shock. Main dealers expensive, tyres bought at half price from shop across the road.
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On the road
Driving
Body roll slightly un-nerving until you get used to it.
Performance
Surprisingly quick. 0-60 in under 11, not 15 like the book says.
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Living with it
Reliability
Brakes needed replacing at 30,000 miles, minor gear problem, that's it.
Image
When polished everyone complements it.
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Security and Service
Security
Never been tried, touch wood.
Service
Some problems sourcing parts but very friendly and helpful.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Brakes.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes