• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    Excellent buy, but perhaps a bit dull to look at.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, pleasant to drive, and inexpensive. Reliability looks good so far.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Have 3 VW's. Golf or Sharan due for replacement in next few years.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £7,300

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    No discounts as only just imported.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    So that my 18 year old son could drive (Group 1 Insurance)

    What was the dealer like?

    Excellent in all respects - could not have been more helpful and obliging

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Easy. Delightful gearbox and light clutch. 3 Cyl engine has pleasant character. Performance adequate. Easily cruises at top motorway speed.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy - except for reversing - visibility not good.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Almost a year old now and 7500 miles. Nothing has gone wrong except:- 1. The key fob often takes many presses to get the car's central locking to lock or unlock. Which is v.frustrating. 2. Nearside electric window is slow

    What's most practical about your car?

    Small for parking. Interior Space. High driving position for good visibility. Easy for driver to get in and out. Good load area for car size.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    ipod connection (a VW extra) for my son. VW alloys - makes car look so much better !