1998 Volkswagen Jetta GL Wolfsburg review from North America
"Excellent long lasting, long running car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Seats are starting to get worn, but it's an 11 year old car.
I have put nearly 2k over what the car is worth in repairs. The person who had to before me did not take care of it.
I love this car.
Timing belt, tensioner, pulley, tires, ALL new brake system, fuel filters, air intakes, throttle body, control arms, drive axles, spark plugs, wires, distributor cap, both oxygen sensors, mass air sensor, replacement muffler, bellows kits on both sides, A/C compressor, engine mounts, transmission mount, turn signal switch, radiator fan assembly, all four struts on each tire.
The car will run forever mawahahaha! I was fine with all the replacements - I did all of them willing and before the parts wore out. I'm very protective of the car.
Just short of the engine and the transmission the whole car is brand new... now let's keep our fingers crossed!
General comments?
This car handles very nice!
It's roomy and pretty comfortable. I want to get the seats redone in leather eventually... just saving money for that engine and transmission so I can be ready whenever that happens.
The car is just awesome.
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| I will NOT buy another VW, as tempted as i will surely be. |
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| You made me love you and then you slowly tore me down |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 126000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 151000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan 200SX |
| Date of Entry | 13th April, 2009 |