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By: Moudar1
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06/23/2008

I love everything, the interior, steering wheel, sound, speed, handling. Its perfect for everyday use, you can be driving like a maniac speeding crazily, and when you want it to it can be quiet and relaxing (although the ruff suspenion can be a little bumpy at times). Only problem is its a little too heavy.

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Fantastic Car To Drive

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By: Andrew7030
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06/09/2008

Having owned the Golf for around 3 months now and covered just over 2700 miles.  The interior has got to be one of my favourite parts of the car especially the bucket seats that provide comfort and the support to keep you firmly seated in any corner. The biggest surprise to me about the GTI is the fuel consumption as it is not any worse than my C2 VTS was, although I have to admit that is when the GTI isn’t being pushed.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI is by far the best car I’ve owned so far for a few reasons.  It amazes me how whatever gear you’re in the power is still at hand.  I’ve discovered that GTI feels extremely safe at any speed, really provides me with a sense security.  The handling of the GTI is brilliant you can go into any corner with the knowledge that you’ll remain firmly planted.

Pros: Good Acceleration in any gear
Great Bucket Seats
Good Quality Interior
Cons: No colour coded rear bumper and side skirts


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2008 Vw Gti 2.0t Fsi

By: Patrick938
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09/01/2009

Performance is excellent tanks to the turbocharged 2.0 liter engine.  Great chassis and handling.
Appearance and built-quality are great.  Loads of gadgets and goodies.
Gas mileage is great in normal driving conditions.
Very fun to drive!  I strongly recommend this vehicle.

Pros: Great engine, suspension, appearance
Cons: No limited slip differential
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1 Of A Kind....

By: Edge_192
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08/13/2009

the car is amazing...it has a DSG gearbox and does 0-100kmh in 6.9 seconds which is the same as the new 2009 standard GTI...the acceleration from 1st, 2nd and 3rd are amazing but it lacks pull on top hand....oh and the handling is impecable....

Pros: to pull chicks....
Cons: nothing really...
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Must Have Item

By: Victor550
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07/04/2009

Performance - Good Quality for 2.0 Litre Engine
Build Quality - Very Solid
Appearance - Interior is ....
Cost of Ownership - Hope so...
Fun Factor - Handling
acceleration, braking, handling
Cost of Ownership - thee maintenance is very simple
Fun Factor - to drive it so fun

Pros: Performance & Handling
Cons: Tail Light
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It Rules.

By: Trevor167
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07/03/2009

its dope i like it its black its has plaid seats cool steering wheel decently quick, sounds good, looks nice REAL HIDs not fake pos u get with a huyndaiagay, 6 speed, roomy, great to drive long trips, rules the world

Pros: comfy, solid, great mpg's( mid 30's)
Cons: if u dont want FWD?
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Vw In Da House. Ya.

By: Anthony573
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07/02/2009

Well, it has good acceleration, 0-60 in about 6.5 seconds with the DSG. It is fwd and and is a VW so it costs a lot insure and upkeep. All in all, great car. Go out and buy one now!

Pros: Everything
Cons: Insurance and paying for it
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My Fast

By: Frank295
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02/01/2009

This engine is AMAZING. Torque like a much larger engine. The car is a rocket. The ergonomics of the interior are nearly flawless. The shifter is a joy to use (and a HUGE improvement over previous Golf/Rabbit models). The dynamics are as good as ever.  Just a wonderful car and a hoot to drive.

Pros: Engine, Handling
Cons: Nothing
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Gti - A Little Rocket In Rabbit Clothes

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By: Craig2573
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10/02/2008

This little "rabbit: is a rocket.  Uses the same engine found in the audi A4 and a3.  200 and 200 with such a litlle car and this things moves.  It can be chiped throught VW to get upwards of 280 and 290.  The dsg transmission is fantastic giving the options of using the paddle shifters, the traditional stick shift, regular automatic or sport mode automatic which maintains high revs for fast responses.  For those who think sports cars should only have a true manual; drive this transmission system ans then think again.   FUN FUN FUN

Pros: Fast, Fun, smooth and a looker
Cons: Only comes with summer performance rated tires meaning have to buy winters with seperate rims.
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By: Benyamin3
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10/01/2008

It's super awesome. Handles real good, drives real fast, really comfortable, gorgeous looking, smooth shift gear, lightweight, surprisingly can fit a lot of stuff, provides good sound sytem, nice exhaust sound, nice engine sound, accelerate effortlessly, the seats are super comfortable and have a very nice interior....A REAL SPORTS CAR!

Pros: Good handling, fast car, smooth shift gear.
Cons: NOTHING
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