1998 Volkswagen Jetta GT review from North America
"Fun to drive, but an expensive headache"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine swap at 98,000.
Struts twice.
Headlamp assembly.
Starter at 170,000.
Alternator at 170,000.
Clutch at 97,000 and 169,000.
Brake calipers 3 times.
Electrical is going at 183,000.
General comments?
The car is a lot of fun to drive. It feels like you're driving a more expensive sports car. It handles very well and has a great look to it.
Unfortunately the cost of parts is ridiculously expensive. If you start to have major problems with your Volkswagen you may as well be driving a Porsche or BMW.
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| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Liter Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 95000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 183000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Explorer |
| Date of Entry | 13th November, 2005 |