Plus flaws?

I'm confused over two cars. Which is the better buy / value for money and economy? Golf Plus SE 1.4 TSI 122PS man 6-speed 5-door Cash or 0% finance £18,275. Golf Match TSI 122 PS 6-speed 5-door Cash £17,965...

ESPer rants-on

I have become an unfortunate member of the now infamous ESP light staying on problem with my beloved Golf. My problem started mid August 2010. The ESP light lit on my dashboard and on the switch. No matter...

Horsework - we need an estate for golf and horses

Having driven a good workhorse for the last seven years, a Vauxhall Astra Estate, I am now in a position to buy a new car for the first time in my life, at age 73 years. I am looking for a stylish, reliable,...

Back where you were before

Please could you direct me to the location on your website where you have given advice to readers who have been involved in an accident, in which the damage to their vehicle is entirely responsibility...

Why is my Volkswagen Polo registering erroneous oil pressure warnings?

I'm getting erroneous low oil pressure warnings in my P-reg Volkswagen Polo and the rev counter and speedo are not working. Also a beep is sounding occasionally. Oil contents ok, all lights seem to be...

Does a 90,000-mile Volkswagen Golf need a timing belt change?

A 2005 Volkswagen Golf with 90,000 miles has no record of the timing belt being changed. Should it be done and should the work be done at an authorised dealer?

Why is my 1998 Volkswagen Polo losing power when wet?

My 1998 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 CL loses power in the wet. Any ideas why this might be? It started happening after driving through a particularly deep puddle in the road. Then, once again, following a down...

Why are my Volkswagen Polo's brakes stuck on?

I just bought a 2007 Volkswagen Polo today, which was stolen/recovered from an auction site that insurance companies give their cars to. The car's back brakes are locked for some reason. Any ideas why...

I'd like a Volkswagen Golf but should I consider a Polo?

I have read that the new Volkswagen Polo is not a lot smaller than the Golf, but a fair bit cheaper. I was considering a Golf, but this buyer's guide recommends that I take a look at the Polo as well....

Does our 2006 Volkswagen Golf need a new cam belt?

I am having a service and MOT next week. The car has done 33,000 miles and has been excellent with no problems. It's economic and great to get in and out of, as we are both pensioners. I have spoken to...