Car Reviews: 2005 Volkswagen Golf

It has often been said that all it takes is a single car purchase to create an enthusiasm with a particular make or model. However, while this definitely can happen, sometimes the type of car that is required to create the bond must be very high quality. Still though, while there are many popular makes and models of vehicles on the road, one of the ones which seems to inspire the strongest brand loyalty is none other than Volkswagen. While this may seem a bit strange at first, the love the VW owners feel for their vehicles often becomes apparent and easy to understand as soon as one has sat behind the wheel of a car. And, perhaps there is no better example to point out this strange effect than the 2005 Volkswagen Golf.

From the outside, it is easy to see what has made the Golf such a universally appealing vehicle. Although it is easy to notice the car, and the design definitely stands out, it is not overwhelming, nor does the car look childish or cheap. From the typical VW front end, to the slightly curved headlights, the subtle lines of the body on the side of the car, and the nice looking hatchback design, there is really nothing to complain about when it comes to the design of the Volkswagen Golf. While some might feel that it comes off looking a bit conservative compared to the GTI, it would seem only natural that design changes have to made when comparing a two door model to one with four doors. However, perhaps the biggest complement to the Golf is the fact that it looks good, even with the four doors and incredible amount of space on the inside. Unlike some larger cars, which require the owner to sacrifice design and good looks for space, the Golf manages to fit everything into a more compact, stylish and fun looking package.