1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had minor problems only, such as the key not working to open the driver's door, but I use the remote anyway.
My antenna connection became corroded, they wanted 500 dollars to rip out the headliner and rewire, so I get very poor radio. So I listen to cds when I am not in the city.
My timing belt started making noises at 89,500 miles, and the belt is waranteed for 90k, and they replaced it for free.
Trunk light works 50% of the time.
Brake rotors tend to warp, but only after 40k miles.
General comments?
I love this car, and I'm a gear head. I'm also 6'7", so this truly is one of the few cars I can fit in.
Fit and finish have been exceptional.
Quiet and smooth on the highway.
I average 28 mpg. With all the problems I've heard about Passats, it makes me upset, because VW and Audi need to watch their quality control. I just know I've got 145k miles on mine, and have no need, worries or fears of it making it to 250k. transmission strong, but it does go through oil, about 1 quart every 3,000 miles.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 145000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 850 |
| Date of Entry | 20th February, 2004 |