1998 Volkswagen Golf GL review from North America
"If you must, get a manual"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission died at 70k
Coolant leaks.
General comments?
Not worth the repair costs.
Mileage was average at best for car of this size.
Good for parking in small spots and not much else.
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| More than my moneys-worth |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Date of Entry | 29th May, 2006 |