Volkswagen Polo Hatchback 1.3i CL 3d (2001/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good sturdy build. Better value than many alternatives.
Costs
Some costs on higher mileage examples, such as fuel tank, clutch, complete exhaust.
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On the road
Driving
Good fun on dry roads. Sometimes goes wide on corners if taken fast, or a little unstable in the wet, unless you get some bigger tyres for a bit more grip... (Volkswagen supply skimpy tyres.)
Performance
Nippy little car... overtakes no problems... good on the motorway, although uses more a lot more fuel at over 3500rpm.
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Living with it
Reliability
Always starts. Never let me down. A lot of replacement parts, but no major grief.
Image
Looks a bit like a grannymobile, but still delivers the goods better than many alternatives.
Comfort
Driving position good. Firm seats and suspension, so a bit of a bumpy ride to be expected.
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Security and Service
Security
Door locks...?
Service
Never really been in contact, but I heard that the parts desk at Volkwagen is not exactly fantastic.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Absolutely no problems. Runs like new.
Other
Fuel tank liable to corrosion around where the pipe joins at the top. Watch out for that one...
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