1997 Volkswagen Jetta trek review from North America
"A great car for someone who needs a good reliable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Ignition switch at 100,000 miles. Starter at about 75,000 miles. Coolant sensor on radiator at 130,000 miles. Throttle body sensors at 95,000 miles. A/C recharged at 95,000 miles.
General comments?
This car is a very reliable car. I have taken this car on long and short trips. I have been as far as Houston TX from Baltimore MD round trip. I was never worried about the reliability or performance of this car. The car handled like it was made for long distance driving. In town, getting around is as easy as can be. The car is small. Has great gas mileage, and has a very powerful take off. I have put over 70,000 miles on this car in the last two years I have had it, and have NO major complaints.
The car has had some problems as I mentioned. But as with any car, you will have to keep up with the maintenance and other problems that may come up. As a machanic, I can say that there is no other car that I have seen that has the longevity as a VW does. MY first vw had over 400,000 miles on it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 58000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 131000 miles |
| Previous car | Audi 4000 |
| Date of Entry | 12th August, 2005 |