2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS review from North America
"Yes it's fun to drive, but..."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
1. Catalytic converter replaced. Had it not been under warranty, it would have cost me $1,500!
2. Mass air-flow meter replaced *twice*.
3. Oxygen sensors replaced.
4. Rear brakes (rotors and pads) replaced.
5. Rear shocks replaced.
6. Electric window regulators replaced. The front passenger window got stuck down last summer when thunderstorms were moving into the area. Luckily, the dealer was able to tape it shut.
7. A brake light switch recall was corrected.
8. The trunk failed to open. It took *4 trips* to the dealer to resolve it.
9. An ABS fault was corrected.
10. A fuse blew, knocking out half the electrical system.
General comments?
I would expect these things to happen during the *last* 4 years of a car's
life, not its first 4 years. I have no intention of buying another VW. As
fun as the car is, it's not worth the hassle. It's also on Consumer Reports'
list of used cars to avoid.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | VR6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 38000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 9th March, 2005 |