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Used 1998 Volkswagen GTI Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

Pretty Nice GTI

Good til Caught FIRE, 12/24/2003
1997 Volkswagen GTI VR6 Driver's Edition 2dr Hatchback
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I purchased it new 5 years ago and I loved it (91,000 miles). It's sporty, quick in comparison to other cars in it's class ('97). Nice standand features. Fun to drive. Biggest draw back... the engine caught fire and was a total loss !!!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Never get bored to drive a GTI

allinthegame, 05/09/2003
1997 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback
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I've had the car for 4 yrs now. got it used with 20k on it. always fun to drive. I like the feel of the car. feel like driving a real car. Only thing I dont like is the spares are expensive. Always dependable, no major problems, I can take the car anywhere without thinking about whats going to happen to the babe...

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3.63 out of 5 stars

5 Years of Fun

TAN1848, 06/28/2002
1997 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback
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5 Years of fun so far. Nothing to report bad but the body has begun to start making creaking sounds. Thier is 55,000 on the OD and it is time for the timing Belt replacement, Tires and Hoses. I have heard that power steering may become problem in future?

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Fun Car to Drive

VW GTI, 09/05/2002
1997 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback
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The car is great to drive, the handling is great. The biggest complaint I have with the VWs is the electrical. This is my third VW and everyone of them has had electrical problems, nothing that's to troulesome, just annoying. The rear wiper is flimsy, the side molding came off, again just annoying. Also, like other VWs with abs brakes mine has malfunctioned. Would I recommend the vehicle, easily 'yes'.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Fast, fun & frugal

username1, 01/17/2004
1997 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback
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Purchased from a friend. After fixing some neglected items, (Brakes, shocks, plugs) the car runs and drives very well. A speedy economy car that catches unsuspecting pick-up, SUV and Minivan drivers by surprise with outstanding in class acceleration, brakeing and cornering. The ride is firm and sporting, perfect for this cars mission. Sporty and practical.

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