Volkswagen Polo Hatchback 1.2 S (55ps) 3d (AC) (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive car based on reputation of reliability.
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On the road
Performance
Underpowered.
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Living with it
Reliability
Ignition coils went after about 7k, faulty filler cap, knocking rear suspension (never resolved), front shocks kaput after 40k miles, faulty filler cap, oil leak after 10k. Agent (Heritage, Bristol) v. poor. Failed 1st MoT 1 wk after major service!!
Comfort
Lack of lumbar support means that long journeys become uncomfortable.
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Security and Service
Service
See comments above - agent often unhelpful, and servicing bordered on incompetence. I now take the car to be serviced at a local garage, who have proved more trustworthy and reliable.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Ignition coils blew at 7,500 miles and 14,000 miles, oil leaks.
Other
Faulty filler cap, suspension completely shot after 40,000 miles (on a car used primarily for motorway driving).
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No