Faults:

Alternator died at 95000 miles.

Fuel pump went down at 110000 miles (old age).

General Comments:

The car has held up to seventeen years of abuse on NYC streets (potholes) with only regular maintenance such as shocks and bushes.

Has pretty good fuel economy on long journeys.

Headlining came unstuck so is held up with thumb tacks.

Seats very comfy for long journeys.

Although cabin is quite noisy.

Performance is a little slow with auto gearbox. Handling is well balanced and fun, despite painfully slow automatic.

But for a cheap old motor she runs reliably and inexpensively.

Faults:

Oil sender switch leaked oil.

Fuel pump relay broke.

Cam chain rattled badly.

Drivers seat has worn.

Speedo cable snapped.

Dreaded rear calipers ceased.

Limited rust on rear arches.

Heater matrix blew.

General Comments:

I bought this car from a sleazy back street garage for £450. The Golf struggled to start and leaked more oil than it used petrol. As I drove off I could see the mechanics laughing to each other thinking they'd got the better of me.

However after a closer inspection the oil leak was traced to a faulty oil pressure switch (replaced for just £3) and the starting problems to a blown lift pump relay (another £3).

Wow what a car! I used to own a 8v Gti and thought it was quick, but this was in a different league. Thankfully the suspension and brakes were also up to the task.

I would not recommend this car as a motorway cruiser. Its way too loud, the gearing is too low (4000rpm - 80mph), and the ride/seats too harsh.

This is a b-road machine, little can keep up with it in the country lanes.

Unfortunately mine got stolen and used in an armed robbery. Apparently my old Golf out-run several t5 volvo's during a city wide police chase and was only halted by a stinger! Look out for it on Police Camera Action or whatever.

Faults:

Bottom edges of doors are rusting.

Tail-gate is rusting around window moldings.

The front passenger and drivers seats are tearing.

Slight leaking of radiator coolant.

General Comments:

This is still a great car after many years on the road.

It is not built for large/tall drivers and passengers.

The car is very quick and easy to park.

In a pinch it provides lots of cargo space.

Faults:

Exhaust Replacement.

Radiator Hose Replacement.

Bypass Hose Replacement.

General Comments:

After only having this car for a year, I can say much about it. I bought the car in excellent condition and it has stayed that way. This is a great example of German craftsmanship. It can be quite small at times having rather large people in the car, but besides that, it is comfortable. It will zip around pretty quickly when I need it to also. The clutch is a bit long, but that is no problem at all.

Faults:

Exhaust squeaks a little, but this is just some rubber rings that came off.

One of the dash board lights gone out.

Blower setting 3 does not work, but setting 1 and 2 does.

General Comments:

I like Mk2 Golf's because the classic shape has changed very little today.

While some people report golf's to be slow, I find this one rather quick after changing oil and air filter.

Unlike the polo I last owned, this car is just glued to the road (solid).

The brakes are sharp and controlled.

A slightly boring interior, but it's not too bad.

This car has never let me down, in fact there is nothing I can really fault about it.

Faults:

Rear wiper motor recently

Exhaust needs change

Fuel distributor needed fine tuning.

General Comments:

One of best cars I ever drove.

Masterpiece of German engineering.

Bought it in Switzerland and it caries Rabbit snow fan sign on the back.

Powerful engine and good acceleration, goes to 100km/h in less than 10sec.

Good handling, good power and fun to drive.