2001 Volkswagen Golf GLS review from North America
"A mixed blessing"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Minor electrical problems have been the bane of this vehicle.
- headlights go out frequently
- brake lights have gone out more often than they should
- window motor on driver's side went out three times (covered by a recall)
- same on passenger's side, twice
- temperature gage went out
- mass airflow sensor went out (covered by a recall)
Also, the interior finish started to go early on, in small ways.
All of this has caused a great deal of irritation. Everything you've heard about Volkswagen customer service is pretty much true. There really isn't any.
General comments?
Mechanically, the car has run beautifully and been extremely reliable. The interior is beautifully designed and this cute little car is a real joy to drive. It handles extremely well in wet weather and dry, and is just a solid little car all around. The problems I've had have been very irritating because in every other way, the car has been a highly reliable and pleasure.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50 miles |
| Most recent distance | 65000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Scirocco |
| Date of Entry | 17th May, 2005 |