1991 Volkswagen Golf II
My Trusty Old Golf 2: A Reluctant Hero
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I've had my Volkswagen Golf 2 for over two years now, and it's been quite the adventure. I've had to deal with my fair share of repairs, but that's given me a chance to get to know this car inside out. The price was right, and the condition wasn't too bad, considering. But as soon as I took it for a spin, I knew I'd made the right choice. It's been a wild ride, but I've learned a thing or two about what makes this car tick.
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What's the story behind your Volkswagen Golf 2?
I stumbled upon it by chance when I was looking for a second car. After driving a Lada, I was itching for something a bit more like a real car.
How have you found the reliability of the Golf 2?
It's been a mixed bag, to be honest. I've had to deal with a lot of repairs, but it's been a great learning experience.
What kind of maintenance have you had to do on the Golf 2?
I've had to replace the steering column, transmission, clutch, and flywheel, as well as weld and machine the engine block.
How's the fuel efficiency of the Golf 2?
It's not the best, but it's not terrible either. I've been averaging around 25mpg.
Would you recommend the Golf 2 to others?
It's a tough call. If you're looking for a reliable car and don't mind doing some maintenance, then it's worth considering.
What's the condition of the interior?
It's a bit dated, but it's still comfortable enough. I've had to replace the seats and upholstery, but it's been a worthwhile investment.
How's the performance of the Golf 2?
It's got a lot of life left in it, and it's been a game-changer for me. The engine is surprisingly powerful, and it's a lot of fun to drive.
What's the best thing about the Golf 2?
It's the value for money, hands down. I got it for a steal, and it's been a great investment.
What's the worst thing about the Golf 2?
It's the previous owners' neglect. They didn't take care of it, and it's shown in the repairs I've had to do.
Can you recommend any modifications or upgrades?
I've upgraded the suspension and replaced the seats and upholstery. It's made a big difference in the overall driving experience.
How's the customer support?
It's been hit or miss. Some dealers have been great, while others have been unhelpful.
What's the return policy like?
It's standard, I suppose. You get a certain amount of time to return it, but it's not a major concern for me.
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- •It's a great value for money, considering the price I paid and the condition it was in.
- •The build quality is surprisingly solid, despite its age.
- •I've found the parts I need to be relatively easy to find and affordable.
- •It's been a reliable car, despite all the repairs I've had to do.
- •The engine has a lot of life left in it, and it's been a game-changer for me.
- •The suspension could be better, but it's not a deal-breaker for me.
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- •It's an old car, so I've had to deal with a lot of repairs and maintenance.
- •The previous owners didn't treat it very well, so I've had to fix a lot of things.
- •It's not the most fuel-efficient car, but it's not a major issue.
- •The interior could use a bit of an update, but it's still comfortable enough.
- •I've had to deal with some unhelpful customer support, but that's not unique to this car.
