Volkswagen Golf Estate (1999 - 2005) 1.8 T 5d (2002/02) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

practicle but fun

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

they make a golf estate?? with a turbo??

Would you buy this car again and why?

yes

What are you likely to buy next?

new golf estate 140hp tdi most likely

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,500

When did you buy the car?

August 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

i think so - i got the impression they had had the car a while and it had been left right back in the far reaches of the forecourt, golf estates are not that popular and most want the more economical versions

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

needed an estate car for work but wanted something pokier than the 307 diesel the company were offering

What was the dealer like?

was reluctant to get the carout for test drive unless i agreed to buy the car first, i told him that im not agreeing to anything until i know what im buying - he then got the car out

What's it like to drive?

its basically a golf gti estate - same sports seats, suspension and 150hp turbo engine. sometimes its a bit too quick and other drivers will pull out in front of you on roundabouts - obviously thinking its only a golf estate it wont get here that quick

What's it like to park?

easy - flat back and great vision from easy dipping mirrors there are no need for parking sensors.

Have you had any problems with the car?

alternator, turbo diaphram and air con all fixed under warranty

What's most practical about your car?

big boot - lots of room

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

auto wipers are good but auto tinting mirror is great - takes all the glare out of your eye at night- superb