2001 Volkswagen Golf S review from UK and Ireland
"Decent"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Ex demo car...
ABS recall 2 months.
2 Coil Packs gone 3 months.
ECU gone 4yrs / 27000miles.
3rd Coil Pack gone 33000.
Cam belt gone 39402 miles.
Now knocking in engine - can't wait.
Shocking customer and after sale service.
General comments?
Beautiful car to drive. excellent German design and features. surprising however, how many things have gone wrong.
I would consider another VW Golf after driving this one.
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| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 2000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 3rd September, 2006 |