Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 Clipper 2d (1989/F) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Other choices for this age? Escort... Astra... I don't think so! They never made a more practical convertible.
Costs
Cheap insurance / fuel / parts.
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On the road
Driving
Feels like the classic it is - gets better as technology leaves it behind... Still gives that same Volkswagen confidence.
Performance
Good in its day - still good fun for the money.
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Living with it
Reliability
ALWAYS starts.
Image
Grabs attention without the snob factor of a new BMW convertible... almost has the 'smile' status of an old Beetle.
Comfort
Basic, but it all works... like an old pair of trainers.
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Security and Service
Security
Not really worth stealing anymore (except maybe rivage). Just keep your belongings out of sight...
Service
Good but very expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Missing body trim. Nothing else.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes