• Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Staid!

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Most like it

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, because the VW reliability has gone and the premium cost of buying is therefore a waste of money!

    What are you likely to buy next?

    I'm off to BMW where the customer service is second to none (BMW mini Carlisle!)

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Pricey to buy, thought I was buying quality & reliability

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Flexible use of vehicle, good storage in small space. For VW reputation

    What was the dealer like?

    N/a

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    VG

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Lots of niggley electrical problems - passenger door does not open with keyfob after four visits to dealer to fix. Problems with sensors and small components failing at high cost to fix.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Great drive, good acceleration etc - space is good but rear passengers dont like ride.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    2.00 litre engine is magic