• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I'm practical, a bit different.

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

    I was surprised by the amount of people complimenting me on the looks of the car.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    I probably would, perhaps a hogher spec one though.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Jetta, passat, bmw or audi a4.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £9,000

    When did you buy the car?

    June 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I agreed to buy a car before it had been advertised meaning the dealer sold me the car for £1050 less than it would have been advertised for because he didn't incur any advertising and photography cost etc. also got 1 years warranty.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    VW dealer was very helpful.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Comfortable, reliable, even though it is only the 105bhp engine there is still plenty of power.

    What's it like to park?

    As I bought second hand the previous owner had reverse parking sensors fitted. I think without them it could be a bit difficult to park. Good tight turning compared to previous cars i've had.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Engine warning light was on, as car under waranty I took it back to dealer, told me it was heater plugs, engine light came back on an hour after I left dealership, returned it again this time i was told egr valve was sticking and it was replaced.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Very spacious and economical.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    I got the standard S model so not many gadgets on car. Autowipers and lights. Trip computer is good for reminding me how economical the car is.