Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 Clipper 2d (1989/F) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
German tank-like build quality at a price you can afford.
Costs
Parts are available, but prices vary from dirt cheap to not dirt cheap.
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On the road
Driving
Fantastic if you like a firm solid ride. Feels like you're bulletproof.
Performance
Use the gears properly and you can hold your own against newer machinery.
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Living with it
Reliability
200,000 plus miles and only routine maintenance.
Image
You can't get better. Regarded as a classic and rightly so.
Comfort
Starting to show its basic background, but serves its purpose.
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Security and Service
Security
You may as well leave the doors unlocked and spare yourself the heartache of a shredded roof.
Service
Always managed to source the spares okay.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Solid apart from auto-choke giving up after 150k miles.
Other
Interior is hardwearing. Roof has lasted 14 years so far...
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