Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2004 - 2008) 1.6 SE FSI 5d (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

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

Would you buy this car again and why?

No due to uncomfortable seats. Otherwise it was a good car.

What are you likely to buy next?

Have already bought a Toyota Auris with extremely comfortable seats.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£9,000

When did you buy the car?

April 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Not as good as I would have liked, they wouldn't come down on their price, even by £50 to get my business.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Good value

What was the dealer like?

Not great.

What's it like to drive?

The most uncomfortable car I have ever ever driven. No matter what position I put the seat in I couldn't get comfortable. There seems to be no padding whatsoever on the seats and they are made for aliens with long bodies and long legs. Every time I got out of the car I was in pain with my back. I had a slipped disc 12 years ago and "voila" it came back within a day of driving the Golf. Be warned, if you suffer with back pain, this is not the car for you. Ended up selling car back to dealer at a loss as they wouldn't give me a refund. But it was worth every penny, health comes first every time.

What's it like to park?

Easy, due to parking sensors.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing mechanical.

What's most practical about your car?

Size of boot, space inside.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Sunroof