• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Sensible VW driver who appreciates reliability, quality and value for money.

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

    no complaints

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    yes - I would like the new Jetta (bora replacement) or Passat maybe

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Jetta, Passat or Skoda Superb

  • 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?

    £5,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Car had one owner with low milage and good service history.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Smooth, quiet and solid with good mid range pull avialble for over taking.

    What's it like to park?

    Simple to park, power steering excellent. Visabilty good.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Air Flow Meter needed replaced. Not expensice or difficult to do. A common fault on all older TDI engines. Apart from that nothing has gone wrong.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Easy to park, good boot space, good leg room and storage space in cabin.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    car has electric windows front and rear, centreal locking and electric mirrors. Dash lights up in blue at night and has good quality feel.