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  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    Most of my friends hated the car because apparently the back is uncomfortable.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No never, because of this car I've lost all faith in VW as a whole, the car feels as though its minutes from death constantly.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Something Japanese, light and reliable, probably a Toyota.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £3,000

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2015

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Price was okay for what it was.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What's it like to drive?

    If you're after something sporty avoid this, feels like a cow to drive, really heavy and no steering feel.

    What's it like to park?

    Difficult, cant tell where the edges of the car are or where the wheels are and rear visibility is poor.

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes lots, Airbags, Egr Valve, steering, cv joint, engine mount bushes, bearings and an abs sensor.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Boot space is quite a fair amount.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?