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by smirnoff16
Nov 13 '04
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Sturdy, gas milleage, GLS trim well equipped, fun to drive
Cons: durability? cup holder, highly priced
The Bottom Line: The VW Golf can be described in three words: practical, sturdy, and safe. However, one may ask if the price tag is really worth it...
If you have read my review on the 1995 Volkswagen Golf, then you must know that I am totally obsessed about Volkswagen. I always found that Volkswagen came up with the most stylish and practical models on the market. Also, they are known, or atleast used ...
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by oogee
Oct 29 '02
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Cool Euro styling, outstanding fuel mileage, well-built German car
Cons: no major complaints - I love this car!
The Bottom Line: You can't beat the value for price, comfort, ride, and performance. The TDI engine speaks for itself. Test drive one and you'll be amazed at its torque and mileage.
Why a TDI?
My wife and I were looking at used Jettas two years ago. We went to the dealership, and they showed us a 98' Jetta TDI. I didn't think of getting a diesel at the time, but also was unaware of the great improvements to diesel engines that...
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by meli88a
Nov 15 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great handling, safety features and design
Cons: None
I have had my VW Golf since August, 2000- it's a 4 speed automatic, GL 2 door. Before I leased the car ($16,0000), I considered the Honda Civic and Ford Focus hatchbacks- I really like hatchbacks because they are small but can still carry a good amount...
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by the-gazelle
Dec 22 '01 - Updated Sep 22 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fun to drive, Great ride, Turbo really moves, Well built
Cons: Could not find car with all the options I wanted, Plastic parts breaking off
The Bottom Line: I've enjoyed driving it for the past 4 years. It's been very dependable. I'm sorry VW has done away with the Turbo; it was the perfect car: economy and power.
I've owned my VW Golf GLS 1.8T for 4 years now and I still love it. I got it with the luxury, winter, Monsoon and, of course, the Turbo Packages. I did want sports suspension and I didn't want Monsoon, but after 2 weeks of searching the sales woman at ...
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by ms_bliz
Mar 28 '01 - Updated Apr 03 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: First-rate safety features, precise fit and finish, smooth, responsive turbo engine, quiet ride
Cons: Spotty reliability and customer service, dated styling
The Bottom Line: A looong list of standard and safety features make the Golf nicely equipped. But I'd think hard about an extended warranty before purchasing this puppy.
I like hatchbacks. They're versatile, unpopular and goofy-looking. Although on paper I prefer the Subaru Impreza Wagons, before I bought one I needed to satisfy my curiosity regarding the Volkswagen Golf. VW owners are always crowing about how superior...
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by junkbox
Aug 22 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Safety features, quality of construction, awesome warranty, great body design
Cons: Just a few nitpicky things...
The Bottom Line: A quality small car with an exceptional warranty and many features. Definitely worth the extra money over a Saturn or a Honda.
My 2001 Golf GL was my first new car. I bought it in March of my senior year of college, and 5 months later I love it more than I thought I would. I was going to buy a used Golf, but discovered VW's hold their value so well I might as well buy a new...
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by drew881
Jun 28 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: side airbags, great sound system
Cons: trunk width is very small
The Bottom Line: The golf is a great value in features, performance, and safety. It should be considered by anyone looking for a hatchback.
As it was time to lease a new car, I ran into the problem of finding a quality car for a decent price. The quality and luxury between a car worth about 20 grand and 28,000 can be a big gap. I wanted a car with some power and pickup, but also loaded on...
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by wlombardi
Jul 23 '01 - Updated Jul 30 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Top notch fit and finish, great performance, smooth, refined ride
Cons: Squeaks and rattles, lint catching fabric, pricey
The Bottom Line: Bottom line, would you recommend a head turning, German engineered, head of it's class auto? But of course!
First a little background on the current generation Golf (Golf IV). It shares the same platform as the New Beetle/Jetta, as well as the Audi TT. It has scored fairly well in government crash testing (five stars) and is standard with front/side airbags...
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by aegamemnon
Feb 11 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: No car in it's class has the safety and quality.
Cons: Somewhat expensive, but who wants to compromise on safety?
The Bottom Line: Compare it to other cars under $18000. You'll prove to yourself that there is no comparison.
I purchased a Volkswagen Golf GLS 1.8T this January and it has exceeded my expectations. I compared this model with the Honda Civic EX, Toyota Corolla, and Saturn SL and concluded that the Golf was far superior. Although I intended to buy the standard...
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by el-gato
Jun 12 '07 - Updated Aug 17 '07
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, smooth and everything still works on it.
Cons: The leaks and a couple of design goofs. Now the glove box door broke.
The Bottom Line: I wouldn't hesitate to buy another Golf.
I bought my 4-door VW Golf in 2001 and have been very satisfied with the car in many ways and aggravated in a few. The handles for closing the 5th door is so natural that I wonder why nobody thought of it before. They are on the front of the door ...
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by k_r_y_p_t_o
Nov 24 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fuel efficiency, size, style, Monsoon Sound System, cup holders (easy access), space
Cons: A bit noisier than most gas cars, but still much quieter than older diesels
The Bottom Line: If you are looking for a good small car, you can't beat the fuel efficiency, reliability and fun of the VW Golf. Will buy again in the future.
There is only one way you can describe this car- Awesome. I bought the car from my brother this summer and absolutely love it (and am laughing at all the people driving gas guzzlers with the high gas prices). Fuel mileage is excellent- my bro was ...
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by muzza668
Dec 14 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Build quality, engine, four wheel drive, extras, power.
Cons: Some plastic facings, basic model lacks refinement.
The Bottom Line: A superb car in its class. Extras required.
I imported a 2001 VW Golf TDi 4Motion to the UK from Germany as my Audi gave up the ghost due to a cracked cylinder head. Sceptical at first that it was too small I soon realised that there was ample room for me and my sports kit. The model I have is ...
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by rockrower
Aug 29 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Handling, acceleration, interior, comfort, space
Cons: Linty seats, my old car still haunting me...
The Bottom Line: This is not a BMW. It's not designed as a BMW. But it's the absolute best fuel-efficient hatchback you'll find.
I've been looking at getting a VW Golf/GTI for about three years now. My former car was an old Niss ...
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by archangel57
Sep 18 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Solid, decent gas mileage, fun to drive
Cons: No complaints worth mentioning here
The Bottom Line: There is nothing bad to say about this car. I love it.
I bought my black 2001 2.0 litre Golf new in October 2001. I was looking for a used car for under $20,000, and there was a VW year-end deal on a new one - how could I refuse it? I was not interested in any American product, nor a hatchback Honda Civic ...
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by charles  - Top 100
Feb 19 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Exterior and power; Excellent engineering
Cons: A bit expensive
The Bottom Line: It all comes to your and your loved ones' safety on the road. Nothing in its category can beat the package.
The Soccer season was not even over when two of my buddies and I started making plans to hit the mountains to do some skiing. There was one anomaly this year. It was not snowing in the Sierra Summit. So we had to wait until Mother Nature became...
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