2002 Volkswagen Polo review from UK and Ireland
"Wouldn't buy another VW Polo, it feels as though my car was a Friday afternoon job"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to have a new catalyst fitted.
Needed a new fan belt.
Broken window seal, which caused the whole back passenger floor to become wet when it rained, and needed a new carpet fitted.
Most recently the suspension spring snapped and the catalyst light is flashing again, which I'm having investigated.
General comments?
Since buying the Polo brand new in 2002, I have had endless problems each year.
After I've fixed one problem, it's not long before another light is flashing on the dashboard to say something else needs fixing, mainly it's the EPC light.
Luckily I have friends in the trade who can fix it for me cheaper than the dealers would, otherwise it would cost me an absolute fortune. I would have traded the Polo in for something more reliable, but my trust in cars is very low and whose to say I won't have the same problems with another car?
When it's working the car is lovely to drive.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2002 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 24000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 13th January, 2009 |