 I bought my Golf back in September, and I was struck by an Impala within the past week..Not sure on the damage yet, but the car did good and I was safe.Golf was a quick car, but the transmission liked to "clunk" when the engine wasn't heated up to 90 for some reason.It is comfortable to sit in for long periods of time, and the seat is very adjustable (i'm 4'11" and it suits me very well!)the stereo sounds amazing compared to other cars I have drove in. (Kia Rio, Fiat 500, Ford F150).The car took to bump roads well. Handles well with sharp turns, and it's great in the snow. It's also been -30 here and it's still working fine.