1987 Volkswagen Golf Reviews - Page 6 of 6

I have changed a lot during these 2 years... from ordinary filters to suspension parts. But nothing has been done to the engine.

I don't like the roadholding of my GTi... I'm trying to lower the back and make the wheelbase flatter, but anyway it doesn't hold the road on corners.

Anyway I like the engine, it still goes 230 km/h... and makes the BMW 325 smell of smoke!

Nothing much.

This car looks OK although it is very heavy and the 1.3 engine is not powerful enough for it. This one only has the 4 gears, so cruising at 70 is done around 4000rpm... very comfortable and strong though. I would recommend at least a 1.6 for a mk2 golf.

It has been reliable and the dealer seems OK.

Heater matrix needed replacing, suspected when bought due to leaking in passenger side floor.

Very firm, solid and reliable car. Looks good, drives smoothly.

Pedals heavy, 5 gear model more economical, not that quick due to weight, need to drive it hard to get any kind of performance.

4/10 due to car now getting old;

Rear calipers seized (common problem).

Front bushes.

Exhaust manifold cracked.

Rocker cover gasket (fuel injection off job).

Rear lockwiper seized due to suck back of road dirt.

Trip computer sensors all crap.

Gearbox v. notchy.

Electric seats jammed.

Brilliant looking, fast as ...., and handles beautifully if lowered.

FSH is needed if you are buying one.

8v models are slow in comparison though insurance is much more on the 16v (group 15).

RECOMMENDED VERY MUCH Fun Factor 10/10.

Water on the floor of passenger side - caused by mechanic forgetting to replace some grommets in the engine compartment.

Sunroof handle fell off - too much abuse.

Back door locks getting stuck - replaced them.

Comfortable - especially for a tall chap, load of room for "stuff".

Pedals have lots of travel, especially the clutch - gives a good leg workout in traffic !

Reliable, a good work horse, but I prefer a bike (GSXR 1100) for fun !