1993 Volkswagen Passat GLX review from North America
"This car sucks!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A/c never worked
starter replaced $430
ignition replaced $250
passenger door won't shut right
driver wiper arm $53
rear speakers one day stopped working
seat belts go back and forth after turning off car
got exhaust fixed $650
car stalled a couple times
couldn't open car with key (5 times)
roof material is coming off.
General comments?
I am 18 years old and purchased this car for $1200 and thought it would be great---only had 84,000 miles----i couldn't be more wrong...
Don't get me wrong its fun to drive on the highway, but the pick up is slow, too loud at startup. I feel like this car is a waste of my time, I can't wait to get a new car. I mean even oil changes are a hassel, they couldn't find the filter. I also went to the VW dealer and they wanted $375 for a tranmission flush and fill----WTF???
I am sooooo done with this car! DO NOT BUY!!! ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8L VR6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 1/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 84000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 87000 miles |
| Previous car | Brookline, MA none |
| Date of Entry | 5th October, 2005 |