Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (1992 - 1998) 1.6 Rolling Stones 5d (1995/N) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not much....
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They make fun of, but than they get surprised by the low running costs.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes a newer version with a bit more power.
What are you likely to buy next?
A V5 Bora.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£800
When did you buy the car?
April 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was a good deal, the car was looked after by the previous owner and he just wanted to get rid of it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I was out of money and I needed a cheap and reliable car.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
A bit soft in the corners with a hint of understeer if pushed hard. Realy easy in the city, but a bit noisey at speed.
What's it like to park?
Rear quarter vision is not that good but in general it's easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing major. For the last 16 000 miles the only "big" problems was a distributor cap and a fuel pump, and both of the problems were becouse of the age of the car.
What's most practical about your car?
Its a Golf, it doesn't get any more parctical than that.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The engine.
