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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Somebody who likes a good quality car.

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

    Everyone likes it and loves the performance.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. Because it is so easy to live with and fun to drive.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Another volkswagen. This is my first vw and i know it wont be my last.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £23,000

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Got 1500 off due to buying it online via auto ebid

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Dealer service was good.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Car is happy to plod around town but once you get on open road and bury the right foot is where the smile comes on your face and stays there for ages afterwards. The sound from the engine is just bliss to listen to. Only thing is the road noise is a little loud to what you would expect but that is just a small price to pay because everything else just makes up for it.Steering, brakes And DSG box just makes it so easy to drive and fun!

    What's it like to park?

    Easy enough.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Had car 1 month and done 1000 trouble free miles so far.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Easy access to back seats, fair size boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    DSG gearbox. A must have!