Volkswagen Vento (1992 - 1998) 1.9 L Diesel 4d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I should be an old man or a farmer
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They don't think about they just get a lift in it and get out again!!
Would you buy this car again and why?
No I only bought this for its price and incredible reliability characteristics
What are you likely to buy next?
Classic porsche, or mercedes
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,000
When did you buy the car?
January 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes it was MOT'd for 2 years
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Tank like build, space, price
What was the dealer like?
Friendly
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Basic, handles like a boat on wheels. Brakes are shockingly bad. Gearbox is ordinary. Seating position is too high, but I still love it
What's it like to park?
Fine, its got a hitch so that suffices as the parking sensor
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No
What's most practical about your car?
Tank like build quality, like a slightly plusher Defender with less ground clearance
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The Diesel engine
