VW Polo Coupe 1984-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I've lost about £4k in 7 years - how's that for value? Could sell it easily tomorrow.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Polo costs, except for Supercharger, which need servicing every 50-60k miles at about £400.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great fun. Still drive home the long way just for the hell of it (after 7 years).

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I have friends who have done 1/4 mile sprints 0.8 sec slower than Imprezzas (quick enough?)

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    One breakdown on the road. Lost water on very hot day in very slow traffic.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Shopping car looks, but who cares when it's this much fun to drive?

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Rock hard suspension. It’s a performance car - what do you want, cup holders?

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Door locks are standard, but that's it. Added the rest myself.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok, but have used independent specialist since 1998.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    A couple oil leaks, but this is a 10 year old car.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes