Any experience with VW Polo 1.2 2011/12 - Mk5/ Typ 6r ?

[ka90]

Hello all,

Looking for a reliable run around and the Polo seems to tick all the boxes (second is the Fiesta).

Has anyone got any experience with the mk5 polo? Particularly the 1.2 60ps?
The larger engines seem to cost a couple thousand more.
Can you fit a bike in with the wheels off? Real world mpg and running costs? Any known issues with this engine?

These can be had for £6,500 with low mileage. My budget is £6,000-7,500.
Obviously I'd like to keep the price low.

Car will be used for short journeys most of the time but I hope to go to Wales (140 miles) at least once a month with the MTB, as well as other adventures (Scotland/Alps?). I'm happy to sit at 70mph on the motorway. Slow but steady!

Any feedback would be great.

[Dave Hedgehog]

i had one as a courtesy car, worst car i have ever driven imo

you have a lot of options open to you at your price range