2000 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS review from North America

Both motors for power windows (driver and passenger) died one month after end of warranty. total cost over $1800 getting replaced.

Other dealer trips... all happened 2-12 months after warranty ended

Heated driver seat, would not turn off, fun in the summer!

Radio theft protection went off and code did not work.

Engine light constantly going off. O2 sensor replaced. Light went off on way home from dealer. Now light goes on for a few days sometimes week at a time. Dealer told me not to worry about it.

Rubber around doorhandles worn off within 6 months, looks horrible.

Plastic around door locks falling off within 6 months.

For the price paid, you think the dealership or volkswagen would take a little more pride in their cars. It is totally not worth it. I would not reccommend this car to anyone unless you have money to waste, it will be in the shop for electrical problems within 2 years. The engine light problem is frustrating. Trading it in or selling it is all the tougher when the light is always coming on, and the dealer cannot resolve it. From the service men I spoke to at two different dealers, electrical problems are so common for these cars that it is a joke. I was told it would be better off ignoring it than wasting my money.

Had a Toyota Celica for 10 years before this and never had a problem except usual maintenance. Can't believe the price I paid, the service I got and the poor workmanship of this car.