1990 Volkswagen Jetta review from North America
"Overall, it is a fine German-built car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I replaced the catalitic converter when I bought the car for emissions tests.
I also needed to get new brakes.
My oil stick needed to be replaced because oil splashed on the engine.
My parking brake doesn't work well. If the car may roll on a steep hill.
My exterior plastic pieces fall off.
My antenna was falling off.
General comments?
Besides from the problems that I had, they were very minor and inexpensive.
I got into an accident and the car only cost me $100 to fix (Canadian).
The car has been very quick, the shifter is nice.
However, I wish that the seat moved further forward because I am small and it is hard to reach the pedals.
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| Reliable, efficient, fun car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8L 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 230000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 250000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 27th November, 2001 |