2000 Volkswagen Golf GLS review from North America
"A don't skimp on the service joy to own"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The "check engine" light came on at 3000 miles. The oxygen sensor was replaced.
The "check engine" light came on at 3100 miles. The other oxygen sensor was replaced.
At 27000 miles, just out of warranty, both oxygen sensors and the Mass Airflow Sensor went bad.
The heated mirrors and heated washer jets have never worked to my satisfaction, if, at all. The dealer can find nothing wrong.
The Monsoon stereo was replaced with a Sony unit because the CD changer quit.
The right hinge broke on the glove box door (I think the manual storage bin is too small and it puts stress on the door).
The headlight bulbs keep burning out.
There is a Horrible mildew smell when the a/c is off that will not go away until the fall.
General comments?
Overall I have been happy with VW of America, the dealers and the car. I would buy another, but this time I'll take the extended warranty when offered.
The most offensive thing to me is that dang mildew smell. I had it with an Audi and I have it with this car.
Buy the one's made in Germany before they moved production to South America should you ever be looking for a used one.
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| High value for the money all around |
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| The nicest little hatchback available |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Gas Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 23 miles |
| Most recent distance | 61000 miles |
| Previous car | Audi Audi 80 |
| Date of Entry | 4th October, 2003 |