2000 Volkswagen Cabrio review from North America
"Although cute, I would only want my enemies to purchase a Volkswagen Cabrio"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator has gone out twice. Once at 18,000 and then at 32,000.
A/C has been repaired 3 times.
Fuel system problems with many components.
Many, many electrical problems.
In the two and a half years, the car has been in for unscheduled service nearly 20 times.
General comments?
My wife wanted this car because it was cute. I have never personally encountered a new car with so many problems.
Volkswagen seems to have no concern for the problems encountered with this vehicle. They seem to have more loopholes in their pathetic excuse for a warranty than I can count.
In addition, this car seems to be designed so that repairs must be made by a mechanic. I have never in my life seen a front brake assembly so difficult to work with.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 45000 miles |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Montero |
| Date of Entry | 6th September, 2002 |

