Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (1997 - 2004) 1.4 Match 5d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Practical and reliable but getting on a bit!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Nothing special, but rather have a VW on the drive than a Ford or Vauxhall.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, looking to sell and buy a slightly newer one in the near future.
What are you likely to buy next?
Same - a VW Golf 1.4 or maybe a 1.6.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,200
When did you buy the car?
March 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
I think I paid top dollar for the car, but the spec, condition and model was exactly what I was after.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
The reliability and safety associated with a VW.
What was the dealer like?
Typical car dealer.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Nippy, smooth and quite punchy, even for a 1.4.
What's it like to park?
Easy compared to previous car (Peugeot 807), good visability all round.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing at all, trouble-free motering for the first year of ownership.
What's most practical about your car?
The size, easy to park, yet spacious inside.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Nothing stands out.
