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Used 2003 Volkswagen GTI Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Oh My Gawd

Dpak4eva, 01/02/2003
2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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This car is one of a kind. Its fast, comfortable, Luxuriioosss... One improvement tho can be the suspension. Kinda boggy and has lotta Body Roll.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

The Original Hot Hatch and It Rocks!!!!

Erik B., 09/23/2003
2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I'm at 6,000 miles on my 2003 1.8t GTI and so far it's been a great ride. Fuel ecomony is good but does take a hit if you "drive" the car. But it's worth the hit trust me. I get a smile on my face every time I'm behind the wheel. The 1.8t engine is suberb and delivers plenty of power when needed. The car handles like a dream especially on the twisty roads here in New England. The Monsoon sound system is sounds awesome and delivers some serious bass for a factory stereo. Over all it's everything I expected!!!!!!!

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Shattered Dreams - Poor Reliability

ahedin, 03/03/2003
2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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As a child I always dreamed of driving a VW Golf. However, my experience with my GTI has shattered my dreams. The car has been in the shop four times in less than one year. That is unacceptable, but VW does not care (Once the car is sold you will be lucky to get a sorry). The GTI feels faster than it is. The ride is harsh and it does not go through the corners well. The back seats still rattle and my fear is the catalytic converter will go next.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

fast car at great price

dirtsport1, 12/26/2003
2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I got my GTI for -3500 rebate. They were trying to clear all the '03 and i got lucy. I love the car. the realaibltiy is shakey, like a tameraine, but a brown one, not a green one. I would recoment it for the price.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

very refined pocket-rocket

PKT RKT, 11/26/2002
2003 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
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The GTI is more expensive than the typical hot hatchback, but what you get is refinement that you usually only see on near-luxury vehicles in the mid $30,000 range. This is a very fun car to drive on long trips as well as everyday commutes. It's also very roomy and easy to live with on a day-to-day basis.

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