Used 1996 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Never Again
Shoregirl, 07/12/2002
1996 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
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Never Again will I buy VW. Unfortunately, I had bought this car used in '99 with 36k miles on it. I have had nothing but problems with it. From small mechanical problems, to having to replace my entire transmission last year, this car has been nothing but a giant headache. I hate to drive it because it always seems like there is something wrong, and it's broken down more times than I can count. I don't know if I was just sold a lemon but this experience, unfortunately, has made me never want to buy VW again.
Might be my last Volkswagen
akillen, 12/23/2010
1996 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
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This is the 4th Volkswagen I've owned. Be very careful who you have service a Volkswagen. They are different from most other cars and you can't take them to just any old mechanic. Other than that, learn how to work on it yourself or you will be very disappointed and/or broke. In the 4 years and 40,000 miles I've owned mine I've replaced the starter twice (do not get a rebuilt starter!), valve cover gasket, oil cooler O-ring, complete exhaust system, coil pack, two window regulators, a light in the instrument cluster and other regular maintenance stuff. On the other hand, the interior is very comfortable. Climate control works great and it is fun to drive. Good MPG (have had up to 40 highway)
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Craig, 04/29/2006
1996 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan
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]My Jetta has been very reliable and has lasted through a beating. It comes with a good warranty if things happen to go wrong. It could use more power, but is sufficent for everyday driving.
Don't Buy This Car
Don't Buy This Car, 03/24/2004
1996 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
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Bought 04/2003 @ 86000mi for $4200. Now i'm at 101000mi and have repair bills over $3500. So far i've changed: exhaust, timing chain, tires, brakes & roders (i'm up for new brakes AGAIN). Transmission has about a month left. Stalls for no reason, especially in the rain. On cold days the key won't go in the door no matter how much WD40 i have. Check Engine light is on EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR. Now my oil light is blinking and making that beep noise that i swear is werse than chinese water torture. Thank goodness my radio goes loud enough to cover it. Every machanic is baffled.
Bought from my Lease- BIG MISTAKE
Melissa Economou, 05/14/2003
1996 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
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I leased my 96 VW Jetta and then purchased from the lease BIG MISTAKE. I've lost much money between payments and repairs. I've had to replace my O2 sensor, timing belt, full brake job, alternator, battery, coolant system leak you name it all before 75000, then my molding fell off while driving and I almost got into accident with that. My tire rims have chipped paint. Now my check engine light comes on all the time, I just replaced my engine belt and still more problems to date. I like the VW wagons, but I will NEVER EVER buy VW again, the car is not made well at all and very overated.