1996 Volkswagen Golf GL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Great to drive, but expensive for parts"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A tooth came off the reverse gear and the whole gearbox had to be done at a cost of about $1,000 AUD.
The brake pads have worn the rotors which now need replacing at a cost of about $110 AUD each.
Drivers side electric window stopped working and cost about $275 AUD to fix.
The key ignition setup had to be replaced after a few months of having to jiggle it eventually it gave up all together. About $300 AUD to fix.
Some idiot smashed the driver's side wing mirror and being electric and heated cost $187 AUD for a second hand one.
Some other electrical thing cost about $250 AUD.
General comments?
Despite all of the expenses I love this car, it's just that the parts and repairs are so expensive. The engine is very responsive and it handles beautifully. The 10 stacker CD player was a real draw card too when I was looking to buy, great for those long trips.
The cruise control works very well and the electric sunroof is a top feature. Too hot in summer in this part of the world though, the A/C is like a fridge which is great.
It is very economical to actually run with fuel and I think it looks really good. I'd buy another if I had a better paying job.
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| It has held up and remains reliable |
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| Good car, no rocket, but drives excellent |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 101000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 143000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda 323 |
| Date of Entry | 15th January, 2007 |