Volkswagen Golf Estate 1.9 SE TDI (115ps) 5d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Not cheap to buy or service, but holds value well.
Costs
Wouldn't be so bad if it didn't constantly go wrong. The mpg declines all the time - at 38 now - but no-one can find anything wrong with it.
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On the road
Driving
Very numb controls, but quite quick.
Performance
People think I'm a fuddy duddy on the road as it's an estate, but it surprises most when you put your foot down.
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Living with it
Reliability
Since my head gasket blew and cost over £1000 to fix, under tray has been replaced, grill fell off, electric window broke, seat broken, climate control unit stopped working, central locking can be iffy. I do look after it honest!
Image
Blends into the crowd, but I like it that way.
Comfort
Back seat legroom is dire for a car this size & the driver's seat has broken. Quoted £400 for new base!
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Security and Service
Security
Not tested, but it has everything.
Service
VAG is awful, absolutely terrible. Now go to a specialist - they're absolutely fantastic.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Head gasket blew at 40K. Changing the timing belt cost £600.
Other
It's a Friday afternoon car, I know plenty of people that have Golf TDI's and have no problems whatsoever.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No