1996 Volkswagen Golf VR6 review from UK and Ireland
"Nice car, crap high speed handling"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bump Stops
Shock absorber
Tyre punctured.
General comments?
Nice car really, really torquey, you can pull from 15mph in 5th.
Really does accelerate although struggles for grip in the wet.
Handles like a pig, especially on the limit where it wallows and rolls badly.
Built for m-ways though and will cruise forever.
Very long gearing (105mph in 3rd).
Comfortable faster than you average 'RST' (you know who you are - 125mph is that it!)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 46900 miles |
| Most recent distance | 51000 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 405 |
| Date of Entry | 30th November, 2002 |