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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best used car I've ever had

rooyax, 07/11/2011
2004 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Bought this in 09 with 91k, now have 105k. The quality of the interior is top notch, love the feel of the switch gear. Shifting and clutch action on the 5 speed is very smooth. Get around 24mpg mostly city driving, 30mpg hiway. I have the 17" rims which really look sharp. Great stereo too. Only repair besides tires in 2.5 yrs was coil modules that caused it to run like it was on 2 cylinders, was able to limp to shop in that shape. Check engine light is persistent for coolant temp, but confirmed that actual temp matches gauge, not hot. Just enough fun to drive with a couple blasts through 1st & 2nd with great cornering, but not too much power to get in trouble. Broke console hinge

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5 out of 5 stars

Fun Car!!

Jon Vowel, 02/20/2004
2004 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I wouldn't change anything about this car!! I have never had this much fun driving before. The interior build quality is excellent. Although its not as pretty as the Mini, I still like the styling.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Pocket Rocket

Ratbert, 02/07/2004
2004 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

3rd VW along with a current BMW. Solid construction, great amenities. Leather, stereo system excellent. While I use it around town, would not have a problem with a lengthy trip.

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5 out of 5 stars

best car ever

robby mcie, 12/11/2003
2004 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

this vehicle has all you want in a german sports car at a very good price

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Overpowered ;^} Underbraked :-(

BanjoMike, 07/21/2005
2004 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My last two cars before this were Porsches. I wanted something practical and fun. The GTI fit the bill. Out of the box the GTI's handling is sporty but not overly reasurring. The shocks seem a bit soft. But when pushed hard it really does very well. It is predicatble, powerful, controllable, tossable, and fun. The limiting factor in the performace is definately the brakes. Extended hard driving will lead to noticble brake fade. It will seat adults in the back seat comfortably; has lots of cargo space; has power everything (almost); and is FAST. The GTI proves to the US that a hatchback can be a luxury car! Finally the motor. It just loves to go. It's all about the tourque! Wow.

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