1983 Volkswagen Passat GLS review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator at 65,000.
Carb decided to die at 70,000.
CV Joints have needed to be replaced.
Clutch at 85,000.
CV gaiters and brake hoses at 123,000.
These have been the only serious parts to go other than the parts you expect to go at intervals (Tyres, brakes etc.).
General comments?
The Passat makes me laugh. You could drive it around the world and nothing would go wrong with it. It just keeps going and going.
The only thing you have to watch on this car is the timing belt and CV gaiters. CV joints seem to seize on this car easily and are very costly.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 10v petrol |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Date of Entry | 10th January, 1999 |