2001 Volkswagen Golf TDI 1.9 turbo diesel
Summary:
This is my first new car after about 35 used cars over the years, and I feel that I picked a winner
Faults:
Well, I've only owned the car for two weeks but the things I noticed so far are the seats are a bit hard, hopefully they will soften up over time.
The folding down back seat is kinda awkward to manage having to remove the head rests, but when you've completed the job it's nice and roomy.
The lock/alarm mechanism is really cool, but it only operates at no more than about 20 feet away.
General Comments:
I was actually going to the VW dealer to look at used Toyota's when I decided to test drive the Golf Diesel. I was so amazed, all the other cars I test drove after that did not compare.
This car totally holds the road even in a wind storm and the room inside is amazing.
Everyone I have talked to has told me I made a great purchase and the car will last me a long time, and that's good cause after it's paid off I want to still have a good car, not an expensive piece of junk.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 30th June, 2001
21st Apr 2001, 17:44
I assume this is a 90bhp TDI? In any case the glow plugs do not come on as the doors are opened or unlocked. I believe they did on the original diesel Rabbits in the 1980s. Besides, the glow plugs rarely even have to be used unless the temp is around freezing or less. I have only seen my glow plug light come on twice I think!
Go register at www.tdiclub.com sometime.. an excellent VW site concerning the awesome TDI engine!