Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.6 Driver 3d (89) (1990/G) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Peanuts to buy now.
Costs
Aviod VAG for parts, shop around and most factor parts are reasonable. Not difficult to get 40+mpg. Shop around for insurance.
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On the road
Driving
At it's best on twisty stuff, providing there is no traffic about, its makes cross country runs hugely enjoyable.
Performance
Can be a bit asthmatic on hills, overtaking needs to be planned in advance, but it is only a 1.6
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Living with it
Reliability
I have had two golfs that have suffered with gearbox oil leaks, other than that bomb proof.
Image
Does it have one any more ?
Comfort
Plenty of room, no complaints from back seat drivers. Seats look a bit primitive, but are fine on long journeys
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Security and Service
Security
Feeble, its a take away car, the same as most 80's cars though. Not really worth stealing
Service
My local dealer isn't intersted in older VW's, unhelpful and expensive so I don't use them. This is by no means typical though.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Maintain it and it will go on and on
Other
Rear wiper motor died, not uncommon apparently. £5 from a breakers, 10 minutes to fit.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes