1997 Volkswagen Golf CL review from UK and Ireland
"The most reliable car ever"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Both headlamp covers cracked. They cost 119 Euro each to replace...ouch!
Loose spark plug wiring...easy.
Both front and rear shocks had to be replaced.
General comments?
What can I say about the most reliable car I have ever owned. Sadly I am afraid to buy anything else now as I don't think it can compare.
Purchased this car in 2000 with 63000 miles and now at 128000 miles it has never ever let me down. Scary really.
The car handles well on these Irish roads. Winding around corners is quite fun and I always feel in control of the car.
Reliability is the most important factor with this car and it is second to none in this category.
I have made enough money to get a fancier car, but I am afraid to trade this one in!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 63000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 128000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 340 |
| Date of Entry | 30th November, 2004 |