2003 Volkswagen Passat GLS review from North America
"An expensive problem"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The door handle has broken four times.
The rotors have become warped twice.
The trunk hydraulics became difficult to open.
The skid plate became loose at 8000 miles.
The brake lights got stuck on and would not turn off.
General comments?
This car is nice looking and gives the appeal of an upper-class sedan, but with all the problems it has it is not a bargain.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo Semi-Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 18 miles |
| Most recent distance | 46780 miles |
| Date of Entry | 8th February, 2005 |