After a MK4 - Need advice!

[G60Limited]

Hi guys, I'm really after a MK4 GTI (non turbo) and want some advice on them

Ideally I'm after a 1.8 NA, as I've heard the 2.0 is SLOW.

However, I'm also considering a 1.6S, are these any good? What is the performance like compared to the 1.8 NA?

Also, I'm looking to spend no more than 1600 - am I living in a dream world?

[Diamond Hell]

Whilst I can't believe I'm typing this, £1600 would get you a bloody good Golf3 16V, probably with air-con etc if you shop carefully.

This would probably provide you with a lot more entertainment than a G4, of any of those flavours.

[AlanD]

The 1.8 NA is technically faster than the 2.0, but neither are actually "fast".

I wouldnt bother with the 1.6S and if need be save a tiny bit more for a 1.8. Is there any reason other than budget for not getting a 1.8T?

For that price I would imagine your looking at 100k plus.

[Wayne]

Whilst I can't believe I'm typing this, £1600 would get you a bloody good Golf3 16V, probably with air-con etc if you shop carefully.

This would probably provide you with a lot more entertainment than a G4, of any of those flavours.

  are you feeling ok.

Would a better bet than a mk4 n/a 1.8 or 2.0

[Diamond Hell]

One has to move with the times and be realistic when discussing someone's requirements.

Let's face it, the Golf4 is the Golf3's chubby sister.

[AlanD]

Fat girls are more grateful.

[JC]

there speaks the voice of experience 

[Diamond Hell]

Fat girls are more grateful.

How does that translate car-wise?

[AlanD]

The MK4 makes you feel ..... better ..... after taking a ...... a good corner . . . .

[Diamond Hell]

Sometimes I think you need to drink more..... or less.  I'm not sure which.