u/GoblinsPalace

Hi all,

I've got such a hankering for a Mk4, but I'm not sure if it's a wise purchase. Even though this one has clearly been looked after (single owner) I'm still concerned about the reliability of a 23y/o car, and would want to spend money updating it a little straight away, mostly with a new stereo with USB. Think I'd also want lowering springs, as people say the ride is very rolly (and I like the lowered look).

I'm coming from a 2016 Corsa 1.4L (1st car), and even though people don't speak highly of the 1.6N/A, it does 0-60 five(!) seconds quicker than my Corsa. I'm worried that the ride & gearbox will feel outdated compared to what I'm used to. I'm also a little worried that I've been spoiled by the tech in my car like cruise control; heated windscreen, steering wheel & seats, all of which I'd lose.

The Golf is quite far from me, so it'd be a massive shame to make the journey and then walk away if it's not right. But I also feel like *if* I *do* want a Mk4, the opportunity to pick one up in condition this good should not be slept on.

Hey all, I'm very keen on a Golf that's for sale at a somewhat up-market garage two hours away, but when I called to ensure the car was still available I was told that he would take us out in the Golf, but that legally we wouldn't be able to test-drive it.

I'm interested in the Golf because I've always liked this era of the model and I feel lucky to have found one in this condition with full service history; old lady had it from new almost all its life.

It would be my second car, so I don't have experience with a wide range of models, just my 2016 Corsa and the car I learnt in. Do you think it would it be ridiculous to part with thousands of £ for a car I've not driven?

The end of #116 has me hanging on by a thread haha. If they don't address it next week, I don't think we'll ever find out.