Used 1998 Volkswagen GTI Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1998 GTI, so we've included reviews for other years of the GTI since its last redesign.
A Fun Little Ride . . .
Storm33, 07/11/2003
1998 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback
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I bought this car as a certified pre- owned from a dealership in Ann Arbor, MI with only 22K miles. I was looking for a pre-owned Audi A4 for a work car, and the salesman said if I was looking for something fun with reasonable fuel economy I should try the VR6. I test drove it, and decided this would be a great little work car for about $10K less than the car I came in looking for. I'm not really pleased with the level of road noise and rattles, etc., but overall it's fairly comfortable and lots of fun to drive! I've put 25K miles on it in a year, and have enjoyed most of those miles.
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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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?
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'.
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.