Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (1997 - 2004) 1.9 TDI Match 5d (2003/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It says 'good taste, but not too flashy'.

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

Family after it whenever they get the chance and have been asked by two different friends about selling it to them for their adult children to drive.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes. Has been a reliable and safe car and still has an enviable reputation.

What are you likely to buy next?

Golf or Polo.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£11,995

When did you buy the car?

November 2003

Did you get a good deal and why?

Ex demo and last of the old style.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

The fuel consumption. I travel 80 miles round trip daily for work and the diesel was the most economical option. I bought an ex demo of the last of the old style and it has never let me down.

What was the dealer like?

Very good. It was some time ago now and I will be renewing soon so I will have a better idea then but from what I can remember he was very helpful and not too pushy.

What's it like to drive?

Excellent drive. Responds immediately to acceleration even though diesel. Holds the road and pulls away from trouble with absolute reliability.

What's it like to park?

The old style is easy to park as the visibility is excellent.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Just the boot catch which appears to be a fault with this car as there are lots of blogs about it online.

What's most practical about your car?

Solid as a rock and reliable.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Very basic model so nothing fancy but just the usual reliability of a Golf.