1985 Volkswagen Polo C review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap and cheerful, but scary on the speed bumps!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The rear wiper and De mister doesn't work (washer does though)
Passenger side door won't open from the inside.
Leaking oil from the top of the engine.
Had to get the tracking sorted and the wheels balanced.
Lights needed repaired (just a dodgy earth)
Having a problem with acceleration. The car pulls away OK in first and second gears, but the engine over revs in third and fourth, but eventually 'catches itself up'
Takes forever to get to 60 miles per hour, but then chugs along merrily.
Body work needs a little attention, but I suppose that's to be expected from an 18 year old car!!
General comments?
This car is quite a nice little Jalopy. Have called her Betsy. It is cheap and cheerful.
I would appreciate any advice on the problems I am having with the higher gears. Could it be the clutch slipping?
Please contact me on weejimtomlin@aol.com if you can help me rectify the problem. Thanks.
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| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.05 Manual |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 82500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 82700 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Zafira |
| Date of Entry | 23rd March, 2003 |