VW Golf Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Paid 13 grand for a one year old car in dec '99.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Thought I was paying for quality - so disappointed!

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pulled to left. Creaking suspension. Ear shattering drumming noise when just rear windows open.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Disappointing (don't waste your money).

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, but VW fitted alarm kept having false alarms - neighbours not happy.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Wouldn't listen to my problems.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Temp sensor failed.

    Other

    Faulty steering column. Rear brakes seized. Lots of interior problems. Glove box fell apart.

    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