1987 Volkswagen Passat GL5 Estate review from UK and Ireland
"Superb A to B transport for little money now"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
CV joint at 119,000.
Top front suspension bearings at 110,000.
General comments?
Excellent motorway car - 100mph @ 4000 rpm and good fuel economy - 40mpg @ 70mph.
Very hard wearing seats and cabin - still no wear
Poor brakes when loaded.
Very well built, very reliable with regular servicing.
Quiet comfortable and roomy, better than some new cars I have owned.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 118000 miles |
| Previous car | Opel Monza GSE |
| Date of Entry | 26th January, 2001 |