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Used 1997 Volkswagen Cabrio Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

97 Cabrio Highline

greatfavad, 04/07/2011
1997 Volkswagen Cabrio Highline 2dr Convertible
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I bought my Cabrio new and recently turned over 100,000 miles. The car has been terrific from the beginning and remains so. Very exciting performance. The only car I've owned that was more fun was a 1974 Alfa GTV Veloce. During this time, the only problem I've experienced with it is an occasional malfunction of the cruise control. That's it. All other systems and controls have been perfect. Garage kept and routine maintenance and three tire changes in almost 15 years. I'm planning to bring it to Florida as a second car after I get a new Eos for NY. I'll change the shocks and some touch up body paint and I'll have a great vintage Florida convertible.

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5 out of 5 stars

VW BEST

Chad vw man, 02/10/2003
1997 Volkswagen Cabrio 2dr Convertible
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This is the best and the most wonderful driving experience I've ever had.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Fun, reliable car!!!

philer, 08/06/2003
1997 Volkswagen Cabrio Highline 2dr Convertible
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This is the fifth VW convertible I've had over the years and this has definitely been the best model. It is solid and great fun to drive. Everything about it is quality. The sound system is great; it has great pick-up and passing ability and lots of room for a small vehicle. And when you drive down the road with the top down, the sun beaming down and the stereo cranked, there is nothing better!!!

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3.13 out of 5 stars

I wouldn't recommed this vehicle...

Dalia, 03/01/2005
1997 Volkswagen Cabrio 2dr Convertible
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Maybe it's because I bought it used, but overall this car has been a disaster. It has a clean title and I do a lot of upkeep and it still keeps making its way back into the shop...and repairs are EXPENSIVE. Parts are not cheap for this car at all. I have had numerous problems with oxygen sensors and with the cooling system. My latest woe was having to replace the timing belt and radiator. It's actually in the shop as I speak...and I made need the catalytic converter replaced....ouch....I'm now in the market for a new vehicle.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

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Saxychik8, 05/06/2004
1997 Volkswagen Cabrio Highline 2dr Convertible
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I love my Cabrio! It handles well, it's compact and great for gas. It's manual version has got to get-up-and-go power! Not much room for back seat passengers, but definately not the worst I've ever seen. The ultimate chick car. Powerful air conditioning, great sytle. My cabrio has 100,000 miles on it and it drives like new!

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