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Leftover NEW 2020 GTI SE!

Margo, 02/25/2022
2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
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I was lucky enough to scoop a brand new 2020 GTI in May of 2021 and I am so glad I did. I saw the designs for the mk8 and wasn't wild about it. Mine is Tornado Red, a classic VW color. I previously had a 1997 Golf and a 2013 Golf, so this was a natural progression. I've wanted a GTI for a long time and this car does not disappoint! It is beautiful, high quality, and faster than a lot of people on the highway. Lots of personality too. I've put 5,000 miles on it so far and I've loved every minute of it. I can't see what more someone would want in a car, the GTI has it all. Looks great, sounds great, feels great. Don't hesitate!

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#hothatch

Lugolu71, 09/29/2024
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2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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Beautiful interior and exterior styling. Two years of ownership and just regular maintenance done. Extremely impressed with its reliability

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My favorite car

Jennkangg, 07/07/2021
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
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I love Volkswagen GTI. It's not only relatively affordable but also fun to drive. I'd recommend this car to anyone.

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Volkswagen Golf GTI

Fran Breen, 07/31/2021
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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Great for city driving--small nimble yet has a big bark Fun car -not Family size

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(2019) Mk7.5 VW GTI S

Brandon S, 11/07/2021
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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Car drives very well. Very sporty, responsive and quick. Interior feels plush for a base model. Decent room (even in the back) for a compact hatch.

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2019 GTI Autobahn

Dave, 06/22/2022
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
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The car does everything well - acceleration, handling, steering and brakes, etc. Autobahn is well appointed with adaptive cruise, high end sound system, leather and other features. Hatchback is very roomy foe a smaller car.

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Awesome Daily Driver and Hot Hatch!

GTI Enthusiast, 11/05/2022
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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There is a reason the GTI is rated highly rated every year. Fun, Fast and Safe. Drives like a dream and manual transmission is great.

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great little car

Johnys GTI, 10/01/2023
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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I had owned many sporty cars with manuals . GTI was on my list thanks to many reviews in past about this being a great overall car. I did purchase my 2019 SE model manual with lemon title due to stalling issues. My had 18k miles. I had never had that issue and after research it seemed like the issues was mostly due to some error in the software. I have driven o'lot and have 70 k miles now currently. And behold its been trouble free .Still on original brakes and they still grab really good. Great mileage ( average 34MPG ). I only did recommended maintenance and change the oil regularly between 5-6 k miles for Amsoil VW 508 . I keep the car stock . Did purchase the OBD11 so can alter and reset and view any faults. Faults will occur but its related to many electronic warning that are silly at time ( dirty sensor , when voltage will change , etc). Nice thing about OBD11 is that you can alter safety screen when moving or eliminate seat belt noise. Car is great and has great pick up when needed. Just drove recently 2010 GTI and can tell how engineering improved over time. SE model comes with manual AC controls instead auto climate control. Car at this price should have the better option. Also little confusing seat setting control could be better thought out. I think that paint could be better. Have numerous small chips in front. Had to get alignment once due to potholes. Car still handle great but noticed uneven wear on tires. I have separate set with 17 inch rims and snow tires. Not having any issues on slippery roads. Still enjoy driving this car and with recent prices of newer cars i will stick with this one for a while. Not to mentioned not interested in buttonless and screen controlled newer generation GTI.

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High quality, sporty

Luis T, 04/22/2019
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Rabbit Edition 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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very fun car to drive, can carry a lot of stuff (much better than sedans)

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Quick and fun!

Doc H, 09/14/2019
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2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Rabbit Edition 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
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Great ride, very quick and good build quality

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