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Used 2005 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M) Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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3.88 out of 5 stars

Great car... if you have a sense of humor

Extensioncord, 05/09/2005
Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Good and bad. Smooth power, slick shifting, excellent handling, great ride and Audi-level interior design. Unfortunately, insurance is high, rattles and squeaks intrude on an otherwise library-quiet cabin, electonic gadgets are prone to failure. OnStar inoperative from day one. Buggy alarm/central locking system. Wouldn’t start at 5,200 mi, was towed. As this is my fourth VW, I’m used to the quirks … bad electrical systems, squeaks, leaks (like inch-deep puddles in my ’02 and that windows iced up on the INSIDE), stereo replacements, windows that fall into the doors, etc. The only question is: can YOU get used to it? Better make sure you have a good dealer. Otherwise, two words: CIVIC Si!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Young again

redhead, 02/08/2005
Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

After waiting 6 months to get a GTI w/V6 and cloth interior, I am very pleased with my new Volkswagen. This is my first car with stick shift since my Corvair days. My wife and I took a 500 mile trip in a rain storm last weekend. I felt totally in control while driving on wet roads at interstate speeds. The GTI is very steady on the road and has plenty of power for acceleration at any speed. My red GTI really attracts attention and turns heads when this 67 year old guy gets out of his new car.

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5 out of 5 stars

A solid, blast-to-drive, quick, legend!

George Pitt, 05/28/2005
Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

The VW GTI is an automotive LEGEND worldwide! It's been around, in one form or another, for over 25 years, and has been the sports-hatch bargain of choice for countless drivers seeking affordable performance and style the world over. The 24 valve VR6 is no exception. What an awesome engine! It can be argued that this is one of the BEST GTI's EVER, given the superb quality and engineering evident inside and out. The interior is absolutely impeccable, with fit and finish worthy of an Audi or BMW. The exterior design and overall looks convey German class and performance, especially with the gorgeous 17 inch 'Monte Carlo' rims, which enable the car to perform admirably. A very TIGHT car!

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