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Jetta's run over 200,000K If treated well
carguyexpert, 02/17/2011
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (midyear)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have owned 2 Jettas 1999 and a 1995. One Got into an accident and had a little over 175,000 miles and the other is still running till this day at 206,000. Jettas are great reliable cars. If somone has a complaint about jetta's they either got the very few bad ones out of the bunch or the previous owner just mistreated it before it came to you. My aunt has one that is over 250,000 miles and running. If these cars are well maintained they run like champs for a very very long time.
The miracle find
joanjetta, 10/28/2014
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (midyear)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I just bought my 1999 VW Jetta, private sale, and it only had 97K on the vehicle. I reconditioned it this weekend and I honestly can't believe this car is 16 years old. It drove well on the ride around the block, so I just knew it had potential to be one of these cars that you hear about making it to 300K. So I have taken the maintenance schedule in stages, because I am not under any illusions that things won't need to be replaced, BUT it will still be cheaper than making a car payment and paying full coverage insurance and maintenance costs.
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My badass vr6 Volkswagen Jetta
Ben, 10/13/2015
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love my Jetta vr6 2.8 liter it's fast I'm going to be adding a turbo to it the only thing about it is that I do not like about the car was replacing parts that expensive hard to find for the vr6 otherwise the car is great to drive looks nice on the road with all the fences stuff that I put on it hard to find the right suspension system to lower my car now I gotta replace the clutch after 182000 miles on the car but the cars been great to me never had major problems so now is time to give her stage 1 racing clutch and a full air suspension ride behandle bility and replace my 17 inch low profile rims and tires for 18 inch low profile rims and tires my wife hates the car because I love my car more than I love her Thank You Volkswagen I wish you made another vr6 in the newer model with the sunroof I would buy it in a heartbeat but now I will not give up this car no matter what even for new one even if you gave it to me for free I still would not trade it in for seems to me every time I go by the dealership somebody's always offering money to buy my vr6 they said it's hard to find and very rare in this condition special all the things I've added to the car to make sure dress up beautiful and fast it's hard to give up something that you built by hand
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This Car Saved My Life
kellylong, 08/10/2009
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I totaled my Jetta in a head on collision with a guard rail after a tire blew, and walked away with minor bruises. I then turned around and bought the same exact car. People can say what they will about cup holders breaking and plastic peeling, but I say quit complaining. You either are a VW person or your not, and I am 100%. I had to replace my battery, timing belt @ 120,000k (which was a choice to avoid problems), brakes, and my battery, but these are all things that should be fixed on any vehicle with over 100,000 miles. I am a VW believer all the way.
Buy Something Else!
Joe, 03/03/2006
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this Jetta as a replacement for my aging Saab 900SE in 12/04. This car looked really nice with its low stocky stance and red and blue lights inside. It sure was a looker, but that's where the love affair ended. Fourth gear on the car would rattle and there was a buzzing / rattling in the headliner that would get on my everlasting nerves! It got HORRIBLE gas mileage for a 4yl. car and it had NO power at all. I thought all European cars were made the same, well I guess VW is the redheaded stepchild of the bunch. It also burned oil and the front bumper would occasionally fall off for no apparent reason! I sold it last year and don't miss it at all.
Great car
HenPecked, 03/01/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDi 4dr Sedan (midyear)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive, stylish and beats all other cars in its class easily.
headache
Brians, 08/01/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Once things start to break, it is all over. Windows falling down are a constant problem. Door handles are peeling apart. Computer chip in front driver side door shorted, which causes the car not to realize the door is closed, and dings for the first 2 minutes of the ride. Mass airflow sensor, fuel pump relay have had several problems and replaced multiple times. Fan for A/C and heat broke. Windsheild washer fluid doesn't make it to the windsheild.
Has some problems, Love it anyway
midna139, 03/30/2012
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Although it had some issues, like needing the ignition system replaced (Around $400 DIY), I love this car. I've been getting good gas milage and adequate performance. Mine has just over 160,000 miles on it, though the previous owner mistreated it. If you don't want to do any DIY car repair, I would not recommend this car. Otherwise, go for it. I use mine to get to and from school every day along with the occasional road trip and have never had any reliability issues with it. If you do get one, get yourself a good service manual and a metric socket set. I have the GLX 2.8L VR6 engine with the five speed manual transmission.
I love my TDI
Tarheel TDI, 02/09/2003
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDi 4dr Sedan (midyear)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sorry it seems almost everyone else dislikes their Jetta. I have over 90K on my TDI and have never had a problem with my O2 sensor, transmission, electrical system, light bulbs, brakes, door ooze, or windows. MAF going bad at 85K and water pump wearing out at 90K are the only mechanical items that gave me heartburn. I empathize with the folks who have seasonal rattles in the interior as that is my only "major" peeve in a car that is fun/comfortable to drive and gets better than 50 MPG on the highway. Our other car is a new 2001.5 Passat which has over 30K of nearly trouble free miles. Our next car will likely be a Jetta TDI wagon or a Passat B6 TDI wagon.
TDi
TDi Love, 07/06/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta TDi 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a great car. Fast. Efficient. A best kept secret in the USA. In Europe the TDi rules. Customizes well. Strong chassis. Highly reccomend this car.
Love This Car
Jason, 10/30/2008
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car and it has been in the shop a couple times but it has been for small things. I love it, the appearance is awesome and is very fun to drive. I love the VR6 model, if u buy a VW then u have to buy the VR6 or the Turbo version of this, any other model is junk. There are so many performance options to this car but yes parts are expensive. My headlights are fogging up and it's 200 bucks a light and for a new key its another 200 so if i were gonna go through a dealership for these that's 600 bucks. But if u look on-line you can find lights dirt cheap. so people bashing this car look for parts on-line, you will save money.
My Jetta GLX
ssmith, 03/06/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The car has been a pleasure to drive. The front seats are very confortable. The instrament lighting and the stereo rocks!
Unreliable Jetta
MyJetta, 01/16/2004
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (midyear)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I would never buy another VW. This car has costed me over 2500.00 in the past two years. Several problems that are a small fortune to fix. Not reliable and always in the repair shop.
Jetta 1999 VR6 GLS
Steve@USA, 12/03/2003
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I loved the car when I purchesed it, but this changed as problems arose. High maintenance and a lot of problems. Replaced several seals and gaskets, a/c, transmission, catalytic converter. The car only has 61,000 miles. Costly to repair because only dealership mechanics can practically fix these cars.
Please don't buy this car
J.P., 01/17/2010
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (midyear)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used and started having problems with it a week afer I bought it. I've had to spend so much money on repairs that I probably could have bought a new, reliable car instead. The windows always malfunction and fall into the doors. The glove box breaks, wiring is faulty, repairs are very expensive, AC compressor broke, lights always go out. It doesn't help that when I tried to have repairs done the dealership kept trying to return it to me without fixing anything or left tools in the engine.
It's a Love Hate thing
LJ, 01/16/2008
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (midyear)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car was so much fun to drive, I looked forward to winding roads and long trips into the country. The later life expenses car become very costly which is why I finally traded it in. If I could have done the repairs myself I would still have the car. The timing belt every 60000 miles $600-800, brakes $1600, tires every 25000-30000 miles $500 clutch at VW $1500 and the final straw was the triple whammy of catalytic converter $1000, timing belt $800 and shocks $800. The parts that were defective VW repaired under Warranty, thank goodness. Window mechanism, rear window, first set of tires, the dealer refused to believe I went through the tires in 25000 miles..
I wouldn't trade my Jetta for the World
chknpotpie82, 02/27/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My Jetta is the most reliable car I have owned.
Great car
vw4life, 02/26/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A great car... The 2.0 liter engine could do with more horses though...the styling is great and handling is superb !!! I have not had any major complaints about the car (the cup holder did break in winter)No electrical problems...no engine problems. the stock tires were horrible (goodyear) replaced them at 36K miles (antenna was stolen once.. I have 45K miles on it now and I still love driving the car... wish I had gone for the vr6... waiting for the 2003 vr6
Solid for the most part, but not awesome
BCgoalie, 03/21/2009
1999 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car wanting a fun-to-drive compact sedan, and that's what I got. Unfortunately, there have been a few costly problems. At first, the car was in commendable condition, but some cosmetics like the glovebox, radio antenna and side molding on the doors have started to fall apart. The engine and transmission have been completely problem-free, but electronic issues with the power windows and a moody stereo system have a tendency to break. Overall though, the car has been extremely reliable, is peppy and good looking, and my next car will be another VW!
Great commuter!
bicicleta, 04/27/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDi 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love this car so far.... 10K miles @ 50 mpg... commuting at speeds to 80. Plenty of power - can't believe this engine hasn't gotten more press. Wish they'd import the Passat diesel again. The Jetta is just a little small for my two 6' tall sons.
Be Careful!
ouch, 05/26/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I would take a moment beore buying a Volkwagen Jetta. It looks great from the outside and it is even fun to drive for the first few miles, but then it all starts to fall apart. First, the little things started to go. The cupholder is a joke, rain comes through the window cracks like a bad umbrella (which they still can't fix), and I don't even want to talk about the ooze that comes out the side of the car. The second year was even worse. I replaced three sensors, a water pump, a window, a head gasket...... This car is now worth more than a Mercedes
What a LEMON!
Disappointed!!!, 07/18/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I loved this car when I first got it! Then the problems kicked in. By now I've learned to live with most of them. It began with the windows and radio/cassette player having minds of their own. They did what they wanted when they wanted. I had the windows looked at and the radio replaced three times. Speaking of three, the starter was replaced three times. I replaced the tires, brakes, rotors, windshield wiper motor. The cupholder is a joke, can anything fit in there besides change? Electrical problems.
Miss my Jetta
Karin, 12/17/2007
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had my jetta for almost 6 years and loved it overall. It was a manual transmission which made it fun to drive. The only problem with the transmission that I had was that it had difficulty going into 1st. It got great gas mileage and other than when the AC broke during a 10 hr drive in the summer, it was great on trips. I did have some mechanical issues including a $600 fix after I attempted to replace the battery and the whole computer shut down. I had electrical problems too and the cup holders and side window adjusters broke often. However, I drove it until I totalled it in March. I will say that I was only hurt minorly and feel that the car was very safe.
Needs a little TLC now and then
vordy, 04/29/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought our Jetta used with 62k on it. The car is beautiful inside and out, but it does have a few flaws. Like the other reviews on this site, the front window did get stuck in the down position. The problem is not electrical, but the cheap plastic clips that attach the glass to the regulator broke, it cost $150 for a new regulator. The sunroof shade has broken off of the track and is stuck in the headliner preventing the sunroof from sliding open. The trunk light also has a mind of its own. I have never dealt with the dealer since I fix everything myself. On that note, the build quality is excellent. Wish the car was stick, the VR6 is a nice engine.
I'll never BUY a VW again!
Mitch, 05/07/2009
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After 6 mnts of owning the car it was in the shop weekly.There was some kind of light that prevented me from taking my car out of park!what!?Then for no reason the back seat belt tightened up to the point that it would not move, it was so tight that it was ruining the leather in the car.Then I was told I needed new spark plugs and a spark plug wire set,it was $13 per spark plug and the wire set was $350!Total it was about $500 for a simple fix! Then my coil pack went bad which was $600 plus they told me that my coil pack ruined my plugs and wires again,(happened about a week after i already replaced the plugs and wires). I dumped that car at a dealership and will never own a German car again!
Buy Another!!!!
ejamon, 07/30/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I hate this car and want to get it off my hands. I have had problem after problem with this car. It started with leaking of transmission fluid, then the lights on the dashboard going out(could only be reset by the VW computer), the O2 sensor, brakes and rotars, the cupholder broke, and funky smells coming from the AC unit. Please, I know how cute this car looks but DON"T BUY IT!!!!
So Good Gonna Upgrade to a Passat
Lumberjack, 05/30/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A V-6 with stick holds 220 km/h like it is on rails. Problem free. Fun to drive. Been thru 3 Chicago Winters with great traction and performance. So good are going to upgrade to either Jetta or Passat Wagon in Sep when new ones come out -- to get better price and trade in.
Very pleased
mesamie, 08/09/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my Jetta. I bought it used with 18,000 miles on it. Yes, I had the problem with the O2 sensor, but it was replaced free of charge. I replaced tires and brakes. Big deal. Performance has been great. I do a lot of traveling and haven't had any problems to date. (Let me knock on wood). I hope to replace it next year with a Passat. German cars have always been my favorites. Has 72,000 miles and runs like a top.
Nightmare Experience
pandapizazz, 04/10/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I will never lease a VW again! I have had nothing but problems since the second day that I have had my Jetta. Problems range from windows falling into the door, a sunroof that doesn't work more than it does, and an engine that needs to be replaced. I haven't had my car 3 years and honestly feel that I have a lemon. To date I have spent almost 3500 on a car that isn't 3 years old!! BEWARE!!
Great car, for an automatic
mike p, 09/29/2010
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i bought the car a coulpe years ago, other then the problems that i caused i haven't had any. i've had two jetta's my VR6 which i love, and a 1.8t that was not so good to me. really its a hit and miss the these cars the VR6 headlight are shot and the cup holders are falling out but still work,other then that the leather is in perfect condition and the interior is just awesome overall. the 1.8t although 5 speed between the trany, clutch, oil leaks, break dust all over my expencive rims, arm rest, and others it had to go. the VR6 has plenty of power and good handling if i can keep up with 09 cobalt ss T/C and eat RX-8's for breakfast i won't complain, untill i can do more under the hood
VW is my God!!!
Ghodd, 09/28/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for about 2 1/2 months now i purchased a black used 5 speed Jetta with 64,838 miles on it...i know its high mileage but i havent had any engine problems yet..the fuel economy is perfect, the only problem i need to get fixed is minor. My right passenger window i think the motor burned out so i have to get a new one, AND sometimes when i lock my door with the lock button on my key the car locks but the drivers side door the actually lock its self doesnt lock but it engages the alaram so i have to unlock then lock it again..but that only happens sometimes..its not a big deal.
expected more
zac sr., 07/18/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I anticipated higher quality and far fewer problems, mechanical and functional (i.e. stuff breaking),than experienced with this car. Yesterday the cup holder disintegrated, something Americans cannot do without. I just made the last payment so soon it will probably go to one of the kids.
poor review
boo 4 jettas, 05/28/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The volkswagen jetta i purchased has given me problems after 2 months. several others who own a jetta has complaints as well. customer service as well as the service dealers are never helpful. my car is always in the shop. one major thing goes wrong every few months. they can never establish what is exactly wrong with the car. i will never purchase a volkswagen again.
Never again!!
Gallinator, 07/22/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDi 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Too much wrong offsets everything that is good about this car. I am on my ***14th*** window regulator! I live in Phoenix and the OOZE on the door sills is present 6+ months out of the year. The front end undercarriage is damaged (low clearance, a common Jetta problem). I finally bought a DieHard battery after the first two supplied by VW died in the first year. Performance, once excellent, now sucks wind - 0-60 in about 14 seconds. Fuel economy has dropped below 35mpg city 40mpg hwy. VW customer service is a joke - they are rude and do not care. I am glad I do not own this vehicle!! Built in Mexico - and it shows!
Window Issues!
SLC, 09/30/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I loved my Jetta but can't wait to get rid of it now! I enjoyed almost three good years of driving before the first automatic (front, driver's side) window went out. It was not under warranty and cost $370 to replace. In the last six months, both rear passenger windows have also slipped off track and require new kits. I can handle one window, but three out of four is a serious problem! Buyer beware!
Great Car!
ali, 05/08/2009
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had this car as our family car for a little over a year and it runs and handles great! It is 10 years old and has 138,000 miles on it and we have only ever changed a tire and the oil. I agree that the cup holder is cheap and ours is broken too. Our emergency break is not working but it is I guess an easy fix nad the washer flid doest work, leaky hose. The sound system is great. We took it on 2400 mile round trip amd it did great. Very peppy! Love this car!
vw ok but too little
marenG, 08/04/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have to say I have not experienced such terrible luck. We bought the car at 20,000 miles and the O2 sensor problem was already fixed. We have had the driver's window drop into the door and had to replace the motor- a problem I hear others describing. The dash cupholder is junk- broken by 35,000 miles. Otherwise our Jetta has been mechanically fine. We are about to sell it to it's 3rd owner but only because baby #2 is coming in december and the backseat is too TINY for 2 car seats! In fact few of our friends are able to sit back there b/c it's so small. We find that the passenger has to sit with knees right against the airbag- and we are not that tall!
I love my car , but woudn't buy it again
kimjo, 08/18/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my car, but with 37k miles, it's a lemon and VOA isn't standing behind their product. The automatic key broke & the only solution is to repalce the key for $100, the passenger window fell off the track & slide into the door. The dashboard lights have burnt out 2x, the glove box fell off the hinge and unfortunately the list goes on..... Ironically, none of these problems occurred until the past 4 months, which is when i bought the car outright from the lease. Don't even consider a test drive, just walk away.
CAN ANYBODY FIX THIS CAR?
Dieseled out, 08/13/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDi 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car was supposed to be my answer to commuting. I cannot keep it on the road. Check engine light has come on at 50,000 miles and at 90,000 miles it is still on. Volkswagen mechanics throw up their hands. What do I do? I have spent $2400 for the mechanics to silence this light. What is the 100,000 mile warrenty for? They still say glow plug relay. I began to bottle and sell the ooze that leaks from the doors. If Volkswagen could fix this problem, I would have a decent car. Power windows are a big joke. Fix them in a timely manner for God's sake. You could not run fast enough to give me another one of these cars.
1999 Volkswagen Jetta 4 dr GLS
Carchick1718, 05/19/2009
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
When I bought the jetta it had 107k on it. I had it for 3 months, put 111k on it. I was hit by a drunk driver and the car was totaled. It didnt handle the crash good at all. She didnt hit me at a high speed. But heres the story on my car. I don't think it was very reliable. The check engine light would always come on. I would have misfires all the time but I had my plugs switched. I had a coolant leak. Had to fix that. The cup holders broke. My glove compartment door broke. Everything falls apart. The car stinks in performance, although handled curves well. But my car was in the shop a lot... I would never buy one again. I was glad to get rid of it. Its a headache to have one. Hope this helped
King of the corners
Feeman, 10/17/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 2.0 liter 8v is sluggish. This, however, is the only complaint I can make about this beautiful European car. Although it doesn't feel that stable, it can take corners faster than is legal in most jurisdictions. Interior design is typical flawless VAG quality. Everything is laid out logically and is well placed. The sound system delivers crisp highs and mids, and decent lows. The 5-speed shifts smoothly, and the clutch provides no fight. The best thing is, this car has 145,000 miles on it, and it is still running perfectly, with a smooth idle. It still pulls strong right up to the redline. VW reliability proves itself once again. Excellent car.
Not bad
jetdoc, 04/13/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had this car for 4 years and it has been real good. I had only one problem w/ the car, the alarm system broke. The car is easy to maitain but repairs can be costly. Needs better fuel economy. Great car for the city, getting into tight spaces but to small for a family w/ kids.
Disappointed
Sick Of It, 05/06/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd Jetta and I'm extremely disappointed. Cupholders have been replaced twice. Glove box replaced twice. Battery died after 12 months??? Trunk motor went on the fritz, causing the trunk to continually pop open. 02 Sensor issue. Interior seat material does not wear well at all. Brakes needed to be replaced too soon for me. Too many little things for a lease car. I'm willing to pay anything to get out of it. Never again!
Jetta
baileycat, 08/21/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After owning this car for 4 years, I have had a few small things to fail on this car. The remote key/alarm doesn't lock the doors with 100% accuracy, the lights for the ac/heater stopped working, and the passenger window last week went down and didn't go back up (it went off the track). Overall, I've enjoyed good performance and reliability. I will in the future steer clear of automobiles manufactured in Mexico.
Not a Safe Car! Buy a Volvo!
jessicarigaud, 08/23/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car was recalled four times before it was involved in a mojor accident! The car was totaled and non of the four air bags deployed. VW had the nerve to say the car did what it was supposted to do. Half of the hood and its mechanical parts were left on the side of the road, but not the AIR BAGS! My families 6th and last VW / Audi product!
Great German Car
jettaguy, 08/28/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Be Nicer!! Any car made in Mexico is gonna have some bugs. Ive had some minor issues, nothing my mechanic and I couldnt help. After 55k miles, and regular maintenence I couldnt be happier. I drive hard, and fast, I punish my engine and brakes. They've never let me down. * a note for those of you who are always in the shop... make sure that the mechanic you use is REALLY qualified to tackle what you throw at them. NEVER go to a mechanic that also services American cars too, German cars require more finesse and expert tuning. Don't trust anyone but a German Dealership to do your work on a German Car.
German engineering
jg, 07/05/2009
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car has been very good in most respects with the one great exception. The electrical system is atrocious. One problem after another with many of the plugs and connectors burning off. Lights interior and exterior which sometimes work sometimes not. Also,nearly every visit to the dealer for repairs ends in a $700 to $1000 bill. NO more farfagnugan for us.
Early year '99 Jetta
JRo, 09/07/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun car to drive. Highly recommend 5- speed manual over automatic. Handles curves like a dream. Little maintenance issues bothersome, but car still worth every penny.
Fast and reliable
Jrogers75, 05/09/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (midyear)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I own a automatic Jetta Gls and it took sometime to time getting used to the Transmission features, Once the transmission became familar with my driving style, it handles and drives like a race car. Wasn't very impressed with the quality of the inside cover of the sunroof though "cardboard with carpet" very flimsey. Car can be very noisy if you only have the sunroof open too. If you have any back problems I would buy this car !! Very good support for the back and you can move virtually anything with the seat.
Volkswagon Sucks!!
Michelesb, 09/26/2002
1999 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had so many problems with this car! We have had electrical problems with the radio and windows, the car does not shift well (it has an automatic transmission), we have to replace the rotars every year. We only drive the car 18 miles a day and consistently have to pay between $300 - $700 every year to get the car past inspection. The interior of the car is supposed to be stain resistant but get stained with a small amount of WATER. Our interior is a mess mostly from water stains. We thought that Volkswagons were very reliable, quality cars... we wil NEVER purchase another VW!