1999 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition review from North America
"Excellent!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Since 1998 I have had my ignition changed out at 115,000.
My water pump after 125,000 miles, twice by non dealership, and it is in the dealership right now at 155,000 + for cooling system waiting to hear.
Check engine light came on at about 115,000 because of idle regulator.
Three windows, electric, have motors busted.
A/C not working properly at about 115,000.
General comments?
My Jetta Wolfsburg 1999 has been a very reliable car overall and the problems I have had were after 100,000 miles. Even if I paid double or triple what I actually paid for this car, it would be a terrific and reliable car.
The repairs can be pricey, but I don't mind at all because the car has really lasted and if the replacement parts last as long as the originals it is quite a deal!
The handling is fantastic and for a 4 cylinder has quite a lot of power and I have no trouble climbing steep inclines. I got different rims after an accident and ache to have my vw ones back.
I am really surprised of the negative comments for the vw's. I have to say I have been very, very pleased with mine and am strongly considering going to get another one, and keeping the one I have going as well.
My maintenance record is very good. I take it in regularly for oil changes, had my timing chain changed for the first time at 120,000 only because I didn't know any better before that.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.O Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 18 miles |
| Most recent distance | 155556 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 23rd May, 2006 |