1996 Volkswagen Jetta GLS review from North America
"Will never have anything else. DAS JETTA; DAS AUTO!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
- Electrical shorts (window regulators and headlight short; all fixed)
- Replaced water pump at 173,000 miles.
- Dead foam on passenger side.
- Replaced muffler at 173,000 miles.
- Replaced timing belt; jumped time after oil pan gasket replacement.
- Replaced oxygen sensor at 175,000 miles.
General comments?
It's an older car that needs special treatment, anyone expecting to get a like new 1996 model car is just stupid. Cars need fixing up at times.
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| Economical for a 6 cylinder, fast and fun, but not cheap, and almost unreliable sometimes |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 149000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 175000 miles |
| Previous car | Subaru Justy |
| Date of Entry | 18th June, 2009 |