1999 Volkswagen Golf TDI review from Malta
"Don't buy it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Electric windows - several times
Air conditioner
Alternator
Diesel pump
Cabin light electronics
Front suspensions (replaced under warranty)
Seat-hight adjuster mechanism
plus I am sure I forgot something.
General comments?
Solid looking car, but very unreliable. Unreliability news is spreading fast and is getting difficult to resell.
The best looking car that I ever owned, but also the most unreliable.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 19 tdi Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 16 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 26000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda 323 |
| Date of Entry | 3rd November, 2002 |