1998 Volkswagen Golf GL review from North America
"Good car, if you have the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The brake lights go out at least once a month.
Headlights go out once a month, also.
Replaced entire exhaust system at 40,000 miles.
Check engine light comes on all the time and goes off on it's own.
White smoke coming from behind steering wheel.
Three sets of tires and brakes.
General comments?
I love this car, but the problems I have had with it are ridiculous. Of course nothing is covered under warranty.
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| More than my moneys-worth |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 16000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 66000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 11th August, 2003 |