... bought a mk5 Golf GT TDI 2.0 140
so far I've got 200 miles to 1/4 tank... compared to my 350 miles on a full tank in my mk2 GTi 8v. Certainly is a more comfortable car, especially like some of the mod-cons... like efficient heaters, heated wing mirrors, see me home lights and knowing it is is 5 star EURO NCAP rated.
All that aside though, I still prefer the drive of the mk2 GTi, much more involving and fun.
But seeing as it's winter and I do 2000 miles a month, the new buy is def the sensible option.
That is all