1998 Volkswagen Golf GTi review from UK and Ireland
"A big (over priced) disappointment"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rattly driver's door.
Won't start if left for a week.
Rear wash wipe.
Cup holders.
Alarm.
Alternator.
Various other rattles from the dash.
Discards wheel caps with great regularity.
General comments?
Engine good, quiet and punchy, if thirsty.
Suspension a cock-up being too soft for decent handling, yet bouncy on the motorway. Steering a bit dead and mushy, lacking in feel.
Build quality did not meet expectations, and reliability has not been good.
Blue dashboard is nice though and the Recaro seats are good.
A Golf GTi was the car I always wanted - beginning to wish I hadn't bothered myself! The illusion is much greater than the reality I'm afraid.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 20v turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 32000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Primera |
| Date of Entry | 22nd December, 2000 |