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If you ask a large number of drivers what their opinion of Volkswagen cars are, the answers will be vastly favourable. There is little doubt that Volkswagen have built up an enviable reputation for their car manufacturing capabilities over the decades. Whether you mention the VW Beetle, the VW Golf, VW Polo or any of the newer models to pop up (such as the Sharran), you will usually illicit a smile of recognition or a nod of approval. With this in mind, I decided to buy myself a mega Used Volkswagen Golf.

I chose to buy a Used Volkswagen as price is a rather large issue where VW tend to fall down slightly. The VW Golf and VW Polo have competitors that are very similar to them, but almost always come in at least £1000 cheaper than our German automotive friend’s autos. The one argument in favour of this seemingly unreasonable price hike would be the age old saying, “you get what you pay for. This saying may hold some weight in this situation, as the quality in most Volkswagen cars is amazingly superior to that of the competition.

I started my search at Heritage Westbury VW Swindon, which I had been reassured by many friends was an excellent place to start my search. With a grand selection of cars and good offers, my first impression was to agree with them. Out of all the models at Heritage VW Swindon, a particular Used VW Golf caught my attention. It was one of the much heralded VW Golf GTi models, loved by the old and young alike.

After a short, but ultimately impressive test drive, I surmised that the VW Golf GTi was most definitely the car for me. One of the most satisfying facets of my shopping experience was the ease of payment at Heritage VW Swindon; there was the minimum of forms to fill in and before I knew it I was driving my VW Golf GTi away.

It is almost impossible to imagine the world without certain things in it. Try to imagine a world when the Rolling Stones aren’t embarking on another world tour despite having the combined age of the Methuselah Tree, or a year without a Simon Cowell produced talent show on television. It’s impossible isn’t it? Certain objects/people/events are ingrained on our national conscience and if you were to take them away, everything would just seem…well…unusual I guess. This is tantamount how I feel about the Volkswagen Golf.

I have a long history with the VW Golf, as my Grandfather owner one in my formative years and ferried me and my brother around in it quite a lot. I have very fond memories of this car which have remained with me right into my adulthood. On the surface though, the VW Golf isn’t exactly breathtaking, it’s boxy, cumbersome and not to mention quite a bit more expensive than most of its competition. So exactly where the does this abiding love affair with the VW Golf stem from and how has it endured for so long?  
It was over 35 years ago when the Volkswagen Golf first made its appearance and it has been a consistently popular seller ever since. The evolution of the VW Golf has been a joy to witness over the decades, as the car has gone from looking like it was designed by an artistically-challenged child, to the sleek, rounded and aesthetically pleasing models we see today. Its popularity stems from its honesty and it reserve; two traits the British public seem to lap up in their people and cars. The VW Golf doesn’t try to be flashy, or gimmick-ridden, but it does everything it’s supposed to with elegance and panache. Considering it is a German car, it is very British.
The Brand New Volkswagen Golf Mark VI comes with a choice of four petrol engines and three diesel engines. My personal pick of the bunch is the twin-charged 1.4Litre Petrol which produces 160Bhp which is unbelievably good for a car of this size. Driving this car is unlike the experience of the previous model Golf (the Mark V), as it adds an element that its predecessor was lacking slightly; joy. Other than the GTi models, the Golf has never been considered anything close to an exciting exciting drive. It has been described as safe, comfortable, economic and ecological but never exciting or exhilirating. The supercharged and turbocharged 1.4 litre engine feels raw, edgy and above all, powerful enough for the weight of the car. All of a sudden the VW Golf seems considerably less British after all.
Essentially, the Volkswagen Golf Mk VI has retained everything that the consuming public loved about the car since its initial inception, but they have been treated to a few added extras now. The Golf is still safe, comfortable, economical and ecological, but now it has the capability to force your head back into the headrest and leave you with a silly schoolboy grin on your face. Although the Golf has evolved into the consummate city car, if you take the new Golf out onto country lanes, you will see why I can say with confidence that this is the most impressive the Golf has ever been.

The Golf is one of VW’s most popular and best selling cars, so what could they have done with the 2010 version to make it even more appealing to the masses?  How about more power, better fuel economy and a sportier look? 

The 2010 incarnation of the VW Golf GTI packs ten more horsepower than the previous version (210 in all), but cranks out the higher power while being even more economical on fuel.  It’s estimated that the 2010 Golf GTI will get in excess of thirty miles to the gallon (probably about thirty-two) and still be able to amp up from zero to sixty in less than seven seconds.For a car so fuel efficient, the GTI will reach a maximum speed of 150mph. 

What’s on the Inside?

It’s not just the increase in power under the hood and the money that you’ll save on gas that’s impressive – the interior of the new Golf GTI is also a winner.  The cabin is a mix of high function and good fun with sleek lines, aluminum accents, unique trims and the same boatload of amazing options that were available with the previous version. 

Among the available options you can accessorize your new Golf with are: a rearview camera, a touch screen navigation system, parallel parking assist and a radar controlled collision avoiding device. 

The GTI will come in two body styles – a three door and a five door, but the sleek lines and unique body are equally attractive in both versions. 

As high marks in both handling and safety seem standard in the VW family, the Golf GTI is no exception.This car manages to handle very well, has inreased power and is near the top of its class for safety. 

Things Keep Getting Better

The Volkswagen family is already proud parents of two powerhouse vehicles in the Jetta and the Passat and with the new innovations and improvements passed along in the 2010 Golf GTI VW seems to be pushing to make the Golf the biggest name of them all.  The 2010 version, which is the sixth in the line, shows marked improvements over each of its predecessors and VW doesn’t seem ready to stop there.  It’s rumored that VW is already poised to launch a turbo-charged version of the 2.0 four cylinder engine that will boast a mighty two hundred and sixty five horsepower to give this little hatchback one heck boost in power. 

Increased power, a cleaner and sportier look and incredible fuel economy will make the VW Golf GTI a force to be reckoned with in its class.VW is on track to reach their goal of being the most profitable manufacturer thanks to this car. 

By: M.E Bapela

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It is a common held belief that the Volkswagen Golf is the epitome of a cool car; style, performance and an impressive history all firmly place it in a very favourable light with the general public. Since its introduction in 1974 the Golf has walked that precarious tightrope of great motoring, but at a reasonable price. When I put some thought into it though, I can’t help but question the Golf’s kudos. Let me take you through my thinking and see if I can get you on board.

I have nothing but fond memories of the Volkswagen Golf. My Grandfather owned a dark blue 1984 Golf MkII which was a huge part of my formative years; providing the transport for thousands of beach trips and picnics over many years. I remember the grunt of the engine, the sporty shape of the bodywork and the slightly musty smell of the interior…but that may have been my Grandfather’s fault rather than an ideliberate VW specification. My point is that the VW Golf has a marvellous heritage and definitely holds a place in the heart of anyone who has spent a decent amount of time in one. The question is, how can a car I associate with an elderly relative ever be considered cool?

In most circles, the VW Golf is recognised as ecologically sound as the automotive industry is going to get without resorting the poorly-performing hybrids, electric powered cars that will only get you to the end of your drive before conking out, or bio-fuel which will probably involve you shovelling tonnes of bovine excrement into your car. But since when has environmentally considerate motoring ever been considered cool? It may be important for the future of the planet, but it is without a doubt entirely uncool. When have tree-huggers looked like anything more than tussled-hair layabouts, with personal hygiene issues.

In recent years every other car manufacturer has began to produce hot hatchbacks and stylish superminis that have reduced Volkswagen’s uniqueness to practically zero. The Vauxhall Corsa, Seat Ibiza, Toyota Aygo and the Fiat 500 have all jumped on the bandwagon and have started pulling some of the valuable market share away from VW. It is perhaps through reputation alone that the Golf has remained one of the brand leaders in this increasingly saturated marketplace. So as well as committing some anti-cool clangers, it would appear the Golf has lost almost everything that may have made it individual once.

To top it all off, Volkswagen’s German lineage hardly reeks of the Fonze does it? German design and engineering may be efficient and reliable but it rarely makes your knees tremble with ecstacy, or reduce you to tears with its sheer flamboyance. If anything, German motors keep you on the straight and narrow, get you there on time and make no attempts to entertain or intrigue you on the way. So why is the Golf considered a cool car?

The answer is a mystery essentially; like Aurora Borealis or the Bermuda Triangle…it just is a cool vehicle. There’s no reason or logic behind the VW Golf’s continued appreciation, it is just a naturally occurring phenomenon that even the hardiest of boffins would struggle to explain. The Golf is the quaquadratic equation of the automotive world; an enigma that continues to baffle and mystify.

The Golf is not the best looking car in its field, nor is it the cheapest or best performing, but for some inexplicable reason it remains one of the most popular, desirable and coolest cars available. I am positive I would personally choose it over any of its price bracket competition…I will just never be able to explain why.

It is a common held belief that the Volkswagen Golf is the epitome of a cool car; style, performance and an impressive history all firmly place it in a very favourable light with the general public. Since its introduction in 1974 the Golf has walked that precarious tightrope of great motoring, but at a reasonable price. When I put some thought into it though, I can’t help but question the Golf’s credibility. Let me take you through my thinking and see if I can convince you.

I have nothing but fond memories of the Volkswagen Golf. My Grandfather owned a dark blue 1984 Golf MkII which was a huge part of my childhood; providing the transport for thousands of excursions over many years. I remember the grunt of the engine, the sporty shape of the bodywork and the slightly musty smell of the interior…but that may have been my Grandfather’s fault rather than an intentional Volkswagen specification. My point is that the VW Golf has a marvellous heritage and undoubtedly holds a place in the heart of anyone who has spent time in one. The question is, how can a car I associate with an elderly relative ever be considered cool?

In most circles, the VW Golf is recognised as ecologically sound as the automotive industry is going to get without resorting the poorly-performing hybrids, electric powered cars that will only get you to the end of your drive before conking out, or bio-fuel which will probably involve you shovelling tonnes of bovine excrement into your car. But since when has environmentally approved motoring been considered remotely cool? It may be important for the future of the planet, but it is without a doubt entirely uncool. When have the tree-huggers looked like anything more than greasy-haired vagrants, with personal hygiene issues.

In recent years every other car manufacturer has began to produce hot hatchbacks and stylish superminis that have reduced Volkswagen’s uniqueness to practically zero. The Vauxhall Corsa, Seat Ibiza, Toyota Aygo and the Fiat 500 have all jumped on the bandwagon and have started pulling some of the market share away from VW. It is perhaps through reputation alone that the Golf has remained one of the brand leaders in this increasingly saturated marketplace. So as well as committing some anti-cool crimes, it would appear the VW Golf has lost almost all of its individuality.

To top it all off, VW’s German heritage hardly reeks of the James Dean does it? German engineering may be efficient and reliable but it rarely makes your knees tremble with ecstacy, or reduce you to tears with its sheer passion. If anything, German motors keep you on the straight and narrow, get you there on time and make no attempts to entertain or intrigue you on the way. So why is the Golf thought to be a cool car?

The answer is a mystery essentially; like Aurora Borealis or the Bermuda Triangle…it is simply a cool car. There’s no reason or logic behind the VW Golf’s continued appreciation, it is just a naturally occurring phenomenon that even the hardiest of boffins would struggle to explain. The Golf is the equation for aero-elasticity of the automotive world; an enigma that continues to baffle and mystify.

The Golf is not the best looking car in its field, nor is it the cheapest or best performing, but for some inexplicable reason it remains one of the most popular, desirable and coolest cars available. I know that I would personally choose it over any of its price bracket competition…I will just never be able to explain why.