Golf GTI

Advantages: Smooth handling, reliable.
Disadvantages: Boring, has little character, expensive price and insurance.

...I am a learner driver, and am insured on my mother?s Golf GTI. Luckily for me, thanks to my mother?s work circumstances, this is free ? unfortunately, learner drivers should expect to pay up £6000 for insurance on this car. The Golf GTI is a beast ? about a tonne of metal and smooth German engineering. Being a diesel car only adds to the power under the hood, and some may find 6 gears a little daunting. The gearbox is smooth, as is the power steering. The controls are user-friendly and accessible. The pedals are very responsive ? I would say that the breaks, in my car at least, are just a touch too sharp. The clutch pedal throbs just a tiny bit, not enough to be noticeable or off-putting but enough to appreciate the engine. The acceleration pedal does not require as much pressure to achieve the desired revs ? it is very responsive...

Manic_expressive 22.07.2007 · Read review
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Review of Volkswagen Golf IV 1.8 T GTI

At last I own a Golf GTI!

Advantages: Outstanding build quality, tons of extras, Solid and dependable
Disadvantages: Not the fastest GTI, expensive parts,

...When my brother in law offered me his 1999 Golf MkIV GTI with only 34,000 miles on the clock I had to jump at the chance. I had only been in it previously as a passenger, but I found the seats extremely comfortable and supportive, the interior was very high quality with none of the cheap plastic I was used to in my previous cars! As my brother in law lives in London, the Golf was used very little, averaging around 4200 miles a year. In fact, when I checked the service history, it had only done 2,400 miles since the year before! Once I had taken delivery of it, I found it very smooth, the steering and pedals give a good amount of feedback (which I fine crucial to enjoyable driving) and the brakes are sharp and precise. It is solidly built, and so much bigger than the last car I had (renault 5) that I feel as if I am driving...

Jon1977 09.10.2007 · Read review
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Review of Volkswagen Golf IV 1.8 T GTI

golf gti

Advantages: Reliability, low down power.
Disadvantages: Common, Boy racer image

...Ive saddly just got rid of my golf. What can i say these thins are reliable and i mean reliable mine had over 200,000 miles on the clock yet went like it had only 20,000. The great thin about the 8 valver sis there amazing low down power put your foot down in any gear and they just pull like a train whats more they are smooth and refined with it they sound pretty mean too. Comfort the standard fitment recaroes are a gem better than any other car ive tried (and ive tried a few) they have both great support and comfort. Handling well they're a cult car for a good reason though paus em beyound there traction limits especially in the wet and it can get scary bearing in mind they're a heavey car. Mind you heavy is good these thing's are built lioke a sherman tank. Space is good with good stowage space and a decent size boot. Fuel economy is...

brambridge 08.12.2002 · Read review
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Review of Volkswagen Golf II GTI

VW Mk2 Golf GTi

Advantages: Reliable classic. Powerful, agile and still looks great.
Disadvantages: Bland interior.

...The Mk2 Golf GTi is an iconic eighties hatchback. The model I have been driving for the last year is an 1989 8 valve GTi and is a car that has been a pleasure to own and drive. The handling is remarkably deft and capable considering the age of the car and handles as well as, if not better than, many modern hatchbacks. The car is also surprisingly powerful, with far greater acceleration than than many of the sporty new little corsas and clios etc. Most of these Golfs now have very high mileage but that is famously not much of a problem with these cars, many of which have been able to pick up an astronomical mileage. My own has covered nearly 100,000 miles which is actually quite low compared to most mk2 golfs around. The cons of this car for me have been a problem with the gear linkage that is apparently very commen with the mark...

mikebrum123 29.12.2006 · Read review
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Review of Volkswagen Golf II GTI

MK2 Golf GTI's - Built to last!

Advantages: Fast, Solid, Reliable, Built to last, Cheap for Parts now
Disadvantages: Getting old, hard to find a perfect example

...Well what can I say about the MK2 Golf? especially the GTI model imparticular? I have owned 11 MK2's with 7 of them being the GTI model. They are very solid, realiable and will run forever! Not only being very quick, they are excellent to 'mod'. There are many things that you can do to a GTI to suit your style, add rims, adjustable suspensions or even VR6 conversions. If you are interested in this, there are many enthusiast clubs along with shows up and down the country. Be careful when buying your golf as some may have been thrashed, sills may be rusted or clutches may be on there way out. As when buying any car, check all points thoroughly and take a look at a few. Although parts may not be expensive, problems that may exist may end up costing $$$ (e.g. if the bottom of the door is shot, you may need to get another door...

holty69 04.05.2005 · Read review
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Golf GTI

Advantages: Quick, Spacious, Comfortable, Good looking
Disadvantages: fuel consumption

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Snarlin 04.09.2008 · Read review
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Review of Volkswagen Golf IV 1.8 T GTI

Golf GTI 1.8 Turbo REVISED july 05

Advantages: It is fast, economical and very roomy iside
Disadvantages: Insurance group

...Well for the past 12 months i have owned a silver golf gti turbo and it has been the best car i have ever owned. It is very comfortable, cheap to run in the terms of owning a turbo car on average 33 miles to the gallon!!! It looks smart and ellegant and is practical for the family can easily have 4 adults in the car and not be uncomfortable. I have not had one little bit of trouble with mine and will be looking to get another when i am going to change as i like it so much. On the down side and to me it is the only two down sides to the car is firstly the insurance group of 15-16 depending on which company you use and secondly the handling. For a sporty hatch it doesnt handle very well in my opinion. I paid £10,000 for mine 12 months ago and is worth around £8000 now. To insure it for a 25 year old with full no claims i paid £770...

stanny7 03.05.2005 (14.07.2005) · Read review
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Review of Volkswagen Golf IV 1.8 T GTI

VW Golf 11 GTI 8v

Advantages: Cheap, reliable, fast, and long lasting. Excellent choice for a used car.
Disadvantages: None except they are getting on now - choose with care!

...Having owned a good few used cars over the years I can recommend the 8v as a superb cheap buy. Many have mileages close to 150000 or more and yet with careful looking after they continue to go well. The handling is very good and it goes round corners on rails. Low down torque enables overtaking to be done with confidence. The Mark two Golf is still highly sought after and with a little care good examples can be found. However you need to check out the usual areas when buying a ten year old plus car. Check the bodywork, walk all the way round the car. Does it look cared for? Get on your hands and knees and look around for the dreaded tin worm underneath and in the bottom of the doors. Three doors are probably best as the body is supposed to be stiffer. A favourite spot for rust is the front of the windscreen on the scuttle - although it...

Richlyn 24.10.2002 · Read review
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Review of Volkswagen Golf II GTI

Best Gti ever.

Advantages: Fast, excellent handling, easy maintenance, plethora of parts available.
Disadvantages: None.

...I owned a 1987 VW Golf Gti 16V for around 2 years until I had to sell it recently. Although they are becoming rare, and any good ones that are left are quire expensive, this is a very good car. A lot of motoring enthusiasts agree that the mk II Gti was the last tru Golf Gti until the mk V came along. The mk III and IV are far too heavy for the power that their engines produce nad this weight affects the handling too. The 16V mk II has 137bhp as standard and the engine revs to 7500rpm, making it very rapid - 0-60 in under 8 seconds and a top speed of around 130mph. You have to drive this car to appreciate the handling compared to newer Gtis - it is very sure-footed and agile, and never understeers unless it is on a very wet, slow corner. Maintenance is also far simpler compared to most modern cars as all parts are readily available...

biffo0911 05.12.2007 · Read review
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Vw Golf Gti...

Advantages: Space, comfy
Disadvantages: none

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kimberley1986 19.06.2007 · Read review
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