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Karen H , South East
HATCHBACK (1994 - 2001)
1.3 Classic 5dr
PROS: Safe and cheap!...
CONS: Some drivers seem to be offended by the presence of it on the road. A... more

Hey man!, Wales
DIESEL HATCHBACK (1997 - 2001)
1.9 D GLi 5dr
PROS: Very reliable and dependable car. Cheap to fix on those rare occasions....
CONS: You need to accept the image some people have of it.... more

 
HATCHBACK (1994 - 2001)
1.3 Classic 5dr
PROS: Cheap car, goes on and on, without complaining. VW build quality at Skoda price!...
CONS: Equipment level can be better. Power steering only on high end models.... more

 
HATCHBACK (1994 - 2001)
1.3 GLXi 5dr
PROS: Cheap to run and very reliable. Nice to Drive....
CONS: Shock absorbers failed too early due to corrosion. No cup holders... more

 
HATCHBACK (1994 - 2001)
1.3 GLXi 5dr
PROS: Reliable, easy maintenance, willing engine, roomy and well built and designed. Basically a Polo in a...
CONS: Not remote locking and no standard rear speakers. ... more

 
ESTATE (1995 - 2001)
1.3 LXi 5dr
PROS: A good run around car in a town or city. Engine is not too noisy....
CONS: It's not too stylish or appealing. The clutch makes finding the biting point difficult, unless... more

 
ESTATE (1995 - 2001)
1.3 Classic 5dr
PROS: reliable cheap ...
CONS: no power steering... more

 
HATCHBACK (1994 - 2001)
1.3 Classic 5dr
PROS: Cheap to insure, cheap to tax, quick(ish) at 3000+ RPM...
CONS: Looks awful, doesn't sound the best... more

 
HATCHBACK (1994 - 2001)
1.3 Classic 5dr
PROS: Bit slow up the hills, noisy suspension, not many luxuries as basic...
CONS: Starts and drives 1st time everytime. Very comfortable driving position, ... more

 
DIESEL HATCHBACK (1997 - 2001)
1.9 D GLi 5dr
PROS: cheap to buy run and insure...
CONS: not a high profile name... more

 
HATCHBACK (1994 - 2001)
1.3 GLXi 5dr
PROS: cheap and cheerful...
CONS: looks dated .poor resale value.... more

 
HATCHBACK (1994 - 2001)
1.3 GLXi 5dr
PROS: Cheap to run, all weather car. Parts, servicing cheap, easy to obtain. Good runner....
CONS: Not the prettiest car around. features,fairly basic. Still has to live down the old prejudices.... more

 
DIESEL HATCHBACK (1997 - 2001)
1.9 D GLi 5dr
PROS: cheap to buy and run , good fuel economy, above average reliability, low depreciation, cheap...
CONS: bland looks, indifferent handling and ride, mediocre acceleration, 6,000 mile servicing, seats uncomfortable on a... more

 
ESTATE (1995 - 2001)
1.6 GLXi 5dr [D.Airbag]
PROS: very large boot space good powerful engine...
CONS: no power steering... more

 
HATCHBACK (1994 - 2001)
1.3 Classic 5dr
PROS: cheap to buy and run...
CONS: resale value... more