1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL review from North America
"Not worth the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced the trunk release switch shortly after I bought it.
Window handle broke off.
Back seat cup holder broke the first time of using it.
Floor mat snaps broke within the first month.
24 hours after the two year warranty expired with only 21,000 miles on it, the check engine light came on -- replaced the MAF sensor, trunk light switch, and coolant temperature sensor.
It squeaks when I drive over even the littlest bumps.
There is some kind of black goo seeping out of the door hinges.
General comments?
When I first bought this car I loved it, now I don't feel confident in it anymore.
When I owned my Honda I had things go wrong with it, but they were normal wear and tear things. I always felt secure that the car would never leave me stranded.
I don't feel the same about my V.W. anymore. I feel like I'm driving a really old unreliable car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder gasoline Manual |
| Performance marks | 3 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 300 miles |
| Most recent distance | 21000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 10th September, 2001 |