Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (1997 - 2004) 1.9 GT TDI (130ps) 5d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'm happy to follow the crowd, for reliability and sensibility.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Love it, especially the colour.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Absolutely.
What are you likely to buy next?
Probably Touran TDI
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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?
£5,799
When did you buy the car?
January 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
He gave me £2500 for my laguna, nice guy too, 6 months warranty, 4 new tyres, 12 months tax, new arm rest, new gear gaitor, replacement cup holder! Car only had 66k on it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
My laguna was not very well and the dealer offered me £2500 so i would have been a fool not to px !
What was the dealer like?
Really nice guy, Merchant Cars Nottingham. Very pleasant dealer and nice guy to boot. Aftersales is excellent.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Can be a bit wobbly round bends, engine is absolutely unfaultable. Its amazing.
What's it like to park?
Easy, has parking sensors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Turbo hose flew of at 70mph, replaced under warranty and courtesy car provided. drivers door lock seized, once again replaced though.
What's most practical about your car?
The fuel consumption, its amazing.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated seats. Mmmmmmm.
