1990 Volkswagen Jetta GL review from North America
"An incredible car for the money!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
- The first summer that I owned the car, the heater core went. However, VWC (Volkswagen Canada) paid for the repair in full :-)
- The Starter failed about 2 years ago, however it isn't a difficult repair to do, just time consuming.
- Occasional fluid leaks, but nothing major.
General comments?
This car kicks @$$! It is an incredible car to drive in the winter, and it handles like a BMW. The higher cost of service is outweighed by the outstanding performance. The RV-Code engine uses Digifant Electronic Engine Management, which is excellent for this car. Many idiot mechanics cannot diagnose Digifant, simply because it is somewhat different than a Ford or GM EMS, however it isn't impossible to work with. Note: Replace the blue coolant temperature senser that comes off the head... when it fails, the car fails as well.
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| A good deal, if you know how to maintain it... and have a warranty! |
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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 | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8L 8v Digifant Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 200000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 265000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Beetle |
| Date of Entry | 9th November, 2002 |