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1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS review from North America

"I always make sure I have money saved up just in case something goes in the nearest future."

What things have gone wrong with the car?

When I first saw the VW Passat, I like the way it look and because of it has a built in turbo. I didn't get the dealership warranty because I have been told that German model car are very reliable. After putting 3500miles on it, the ABS and BRAKE warning light came on. I had to get it fix because I was scared of loosing my break and it cost me roughly $1500. And then its good again and then the next 5000miles the engine light came on, but then it disappear. My glove compartment broke, but it was an easy fix I just had to put super glue. The arm rest also broke off and its still broken. The mirror adjuster broke off which I hardly even use. My fuel meter is acting up after putting 15000miles. Its not giving me accurate fuel reading. So I make sure I always put gas before traveling long distances. The warning signs lights up once in a while, but it disappear again.

General comments?

I like how it runs, but I don't like the demand this car wants for its maintenance. I wouldn't buy another German car in my life the parts are hard to get, hard to find, you can only find them at the dealership for very expensive price. I didn't even mention the Labor the dealership charge.

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Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Model year1999
Year of manufacture1999
First year of ownership2004
Most recent year of ownership2005
Engine and transmission 1.8 turbo Automatic
Performance marks 5 / 10
Reliability marks 7 / 10
Comfort marks 5 / 10
Dealer Service marks 5 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 8 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks) 6.0 / 10
Distance when acquired85000 miles
Most recent distance114000 miles
Date of Entry 24th October, 2005

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