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every month a trip to the dealer!!
jmm, 08/19/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had to take the car back to the dealer for every conceivable repair, thankfully all under warranty. This car has had major electrical problems-- the engine, the brakes, the transmission shifter, the windows, etc. It is a nice looking car, and fun to drive (when it is running), but it has been extremely unreliable.
cant go wrong if u care about ur car
vwdrvr4life, 12/30/2007
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
VWs are wonderful cars if you're the type of driver who cares about the vehicle. They're not "basic trasportation" cars. Find a trustworthy earnest mechanic who takes pride in his/her work and while you're doing what you're supposed to as an owner, the mechanic will hopefully help you keep your VW alive for years and years to come. I know whenever I see used cars they are always tons of cars from asia, but very few VWs are on the used car lots.
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Going, Going, Gone!!!!!!!!!!!! TDI
jrainey, 08/28/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDi 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Titles explain everything in some cases. I have had nothing but problems with this car from day one. I purchased it with great intentions of saving on yearly fuel costs. The money I saved in fuel I have certainly made up replacing window regulators, o2 sensors, wiring harn, ect. Not to mention the number of hours trying to find someone to fix it. Five dealers in UT, none that can fit you into their busy schedual. That must say something about haw many are being serviced.
Buyer Beware!
gmb, 09/01/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was thrilled when I purchased my VW - my 1st NEW car. It didnt last. In the past 2+ years, I have fixed the sunroof, replaced the front tires at 30K due to improper alignment, replaced the rear rotors, the max air flow sensor AND a myriad of other smaller repairs. My side mirror casing cracked 3 mos after buying the car - right on the seam in the plastic -but the dealer refused to cover it under the warranty. I finally traded it in for a Honda, b/c I'm so tired of dropping $500+ everytime I take my VW in for service. The car also runs VERY LOUD, especially on the highway. Yes, it is fun to drive. But if you want reliability, buy something else.
Seriously Consider before you buy!!!
J.A.W., 09/06/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was so happy when I bought my Jetta! It was a great car until around 24,000 miles. The check engine light began coming on and every time I took it to the dealer they said they fixed it but several days later it came on again. This happened multiple times and the people at the dealership (Airport Auto, Santa Maria, CA) were extremely rude and made me feel stupid and tried to say that they couldn't find any problems, although the light was coming on!! BAD SERVICE! VW of America was much help either.
VW Stands for Virtual Wreck
PenelopePeach, 09/08/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Many things have been fixed or replaced on this car & only 1/3 was covered under their "warranty". Here are a few of the major things: the speed sensor 2x, throttle body & adjoining parts, the engine fan & it's "computer", the battery exploded-it & took 2 hours to maneuver it out of the awkwardly mounted box, the transmission has had several repairs & the engine light has been reset a few times by the dealer when it comes on for NO reason. I've had 2 recalls, 1 for the seatbelt & 1 for the oxygen sensor. Not to mention all of the little gadgets awaiting repair. This car is just your old- fashioned,plain and simple LEMON and I know I'm not the only one!
Perspective ... I hope this helps someon
Asphalt, 09/12/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in February of 2000. A year or so later, the check engine light went on. Just this morning my car started smoking on the middle of the highway. I can understand the faulty sensor, but I believe I have a very big issue today. For a car to have such a problem in 2 1/2 yrs refelcts badly on VW. They have major reliability issues. Yes, this car has many good features, ie, handling, roof, heated seats, looks, stereo. Some bad ones, ie, gas mileage, high price, faulty sensors, and ??? (My car is in the dealership right now for it). From an economic perspective, there are much better choices. From a fun perspective, I believe it is above average
Review of VW Jetta
Blendermix22, 07/11/2008
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought car upon college grad drove it four years. Scotchguard did not prevent staining of water spill on passenger seat or fading from sunlight. Timing belt problematic from beginning, don't expect good or adequate service from Kingston VW. Went in five times before they actually agreed to fix it. Brakes replaced twice in four years, check engine light was on most of the four years due to faulty O2 sensor that was never fixed properly. Space is deceiving- not much room in backseat, trunk is big but opening too small to fit items. Revs too high (when in 5th on the highway, sounds like it's in 3rd). Once ownership ended (returned vehicle) all communication from VW ended as well(no follow-up).
not good at all
patty, 11/16/2008
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for two and a half years and i have had no good days with it. The check engine light wont go off. The brakes keep squeaking, even though they have been changed twice, the oil light comes on only 1000 miles after its been changed, and the transmission is slipping bad. I always have problems with this car, and all i hear from people is that it was a mistake to buy. The radio is really poor, not loud at all. The six cd changer will never work. The electrical mechanics are bad, nothing works right. Very expensive to fix, would not recommend buying.
Good Car overall!
josh, 03/18/2009
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My car has 110k miles the engines is still strong, when I purchased it had an air intake installed so the gas mileage is not the best. I get about 315 miles per tank. It is fun to drive and lovely in the winter with those heated seat to bad I cant say the same for the summer. If you are looking for a nice (sport) car this is definitely a must. Always use gas with 91 octanes or higher if not you will lose power and also the check engine light will always be on, emission workshop.
unreliable dream car
Dan, 12/15/2009
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDi 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my TDI used with 20,000 miles on it. It now has 120,000 miles. The car is fun to drive and gets great gas mileage but that's all I can say good about it. I have had trouble with A/C 3 times, pwr windows, hardware falling off, engine immobilizer, light bulbs, radio reception, and ... The worst part is the quality of service. I have tried 3 different dealers. I've had 8 VW's over the years but this is the last one!!
Eco-Turbo-Fun
turbopwr, 09/09/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDi 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
"one year pre-owned". Good mileage and a better price than new. The economy and fun-factor are very high! My two main concerns are the seat is too short- (seats could also use better lumbar and side bolster support), and the service cost. The service cost is TOO EXPENSIVE. I found a good german-auto mechanic to change the timing belt at 50,000 miles after two dealers told me it would be 500+ for the work. It still cost me 300+. The MAS just went bad at 75000. The part was 300+. Incredible!! If this keeps up, my savings on driving expenses will be quickly overcome by service costs. Overall, a good choice after one year of ownership.
Fun but always broken
khq0660, 02/07/2008
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car was lots of fun to drive and I had an extended warranty, or else I would have ditched it. It always had body parts breaking. The electrical system was always having shorts (one time it went crazy and my trunk kept popping open while driving, blinkers worked only sometimes, doors locked on their own, etc). Endless mechanical parts were replaced. I hated the feeling I got when a new warning lit up on the dash. Just before the warranty expired I had to be towed. All of this happened before it even reached 91,000 miles. If I hadn't owned a Fiat 27 years ago, which showed me how truly bad a car can be, I would have been tempted to give my Jetta an even lower reliability score than I did
Ugh.
don't like my VW, 09/24/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first, and last, VW. I've had it less than a year (bought at 24,000 miles) and have had the following problems: oxygen sensor, brake switch, engine light will not go off and the driver's side window mechanism had to be replaced.
VW losing their touch
Alexandra, 03/20/2009
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Do yourself a favor and don't buy a jetta. My VR6 has been in my family since it was purchased in 2001 (it's a 2000). I paid my brother 5,000 for the car in 2005 which was a steal (or so I thought). As of now, in 2009, i've spent almost 5,000 fixing it. I'm a regular at the shop. I've replaced, like many other Jetta owners, sensors, breaks (way too often), water pump, clutch, struts, some more sensors... The glove box and cup holder broke within the first two years of use (Can't Germans even engineer a cup holder?). All in all, from sensors to cup holders, it's not much more than faulty junk.
german style
calboy2007, 09/24/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i love my vw so much that I just cant stand it i am a teen and it peels right ut of those corners like crazy. If i had a coice to pick any car in the world it would be this one.
Bad trade
AmDan, 10/15/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
CD player stopped working. Oil leak. Air condition stopped working. Almost no engine power, when u turn on Air condition it is very bad.
Clutch Goes At 29000 miles?
Schwaggydog, 10/31/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Ok i have had my Jetta for 3 months now and i have had to pay 1500 to get my clutch and fly-Wheel replaced and I asked a friend that restores love bugs and he said that it has a hydrolic clutch that is damn neer impossible to beun out yet VW says it was all my faut.But last wed some trick rearended me and pushed my Jetta under a pickup truck totaling the jetta which i guess ended the saga of that car. The two things good about the car is the proformance and the car held its ground in the accident other than the fact that the air-bags didnt go off.
2000 Jetta GLS VR6
VI1654, 06/18/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall this car is an excellent choice for a compact sedan. The biggest negative is the fact that the front bumper is very low to the ground and has a tendency to become stuck on parking curbs. So, beware. Aside from that, it's great fun to drive and has minimal problems.
What happen to German engineering???
jam, 08/07/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love the interior & exterior design and that's the only good thing I can say about VW. I had so many problem w/ this car that I'm planning to trade in. Here are some of the problems: (1) engine oil consumption (1qt/ every 1000miles) - dealer said it was normal but now VW has a special repair kit. (2) air flow meter failure (3) oxygen sensor failure (4) door lock actuator problem (5) rattle from interior (6) Catalytic converter failure.... And I'm preparing myself for window regulator failure soon (it hasn't happened yet but my rear door window dropped few times). And most of all, bad treatment from dealership makes me to hate myself for buying VW.
Big Mistake
neverbuyingavwagain, 07/15/2003
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I watched the cool commercials. I salivated when I first saw the car in person at the dealership....what a great looking car. I test drove it....wow what great pickup it had. I bought it...BIG MISTAKE. The car in a nutshell is a piece of crap. Bad electrical system, Bad 02 sensors, bad window regulators, the car is so low to the ground everything scrapes,Bad water pump, bad starter, bad battery, the door frames leak water into the cabin when it rains heavy...the list goes on. Yes it looks great. Yes it has pickup...but the reliability and the cost of things breaking and going wrong at this mileage? I smell a lemon. Don't buy it.
Fun to drive, but many problems/issues
BitBucket, 07/02/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The problems through 29k miles: - 3 oxygen sensors - front window regulator failed - horrible tires w/ no grip - car goes into Drive from Reverse VERY slowly - rear brake pads GONE (I verified this myself) after 25k miles - weak A/C, already re-charged once (less than 3 years) - industry's shortest door-to-door warranty (2 yrs? 24k miles???) - tranny - car didn't shift out of 2nd gear last winter, repair covered under warranty (thank goodness) Unfortunately, at least in my case, you really do get what you pay for. There's a reason this isn't a $30K car, it behaves like a $16k car.
PleasereadMy2000gl
Oregoncar, 10/27/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall, it is a nice car, but I do not like the rattles in the doors and dash. Started around 7,000 miles. With the 5 speed, I can not believe the fact it burns a quart of oil ever 1,000 miles. The sound system is so nice that it makes the cheap plastic mounting in the doors rattle. I Love the room throughout and the feel on the road (with earplugs on)! What is the issue with the Jetta's, mine included, with the rear tail lights going out? A short somewhere?
Problematic car.
Unhappy Jetta owner, 05/21/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Loved the car at first. After 1 month, it developed a water leak in the driver door. Many visits later the leak is not fixed. Other problems include 3 of 4 windows have had the regulator go out. The lumbar seats broke. The emissions light comes on frequently. The air conditioner has built-up a bad smell. The water coolent light comes on but the guage is normal and coolant level is good. I have never missed the required maintenance and it still has these problems. The car drives great and is appealing to the eye, but these problems are not worth it. I wish I had purchased the extended warranty. Actually, I wish I could go back and never have purchased the car.
Oil Burner
Kookie, 06/19/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for the looks and the 100,000 mile warranty(Engine).At 15,000 miles the temperature gauge went out,then the dealer wanted to replace the rear rotors for $400.What a joke, another dealer said the rotors were OK. This car burns oil since day one, 1 quart every 1,000 miles...V W says it,s OK.I am very disapointed with this car.I will never buy a V W again.Give me a Honda anyday.Now I know why V W recommends to change the oil every 10,000 miles...The oil is always new,since it burns so much oil, why even bother changing it?Just replace the oil filter.
Don't buy a Jetta
Dr. Bob, 05/01/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We test drove the top of the line VR6 and loved it. Bought it off the lot and had nothing but problems with it. Passenger window broke. Trunk broke. Lights would come on when you turned the corner. O2 sensors coming on. In and out of the shop. The car was not reliable. Traded it in on an Acura. Much happier now. I would not recommend buying a VW.
Schizophrenic relationship
cocoa, 07/10/2003
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
In the 3 yrs I've had this car I've had the temp sensor and air intake sensor go out, the check engine light come on 3 times only to go out on it's own, the air bag light come on which needed to be reset at the dealer, and 2nd gear intermittently grinding from day 1 that they have never been able to fix. It's so fun to drive yet so unreliable that I have a love/hate relationship with the car. This is my first VW/Audi and my last. I was looking at the A4 when I bought the Jetta but can't trust Audi's now either after this experience.
Pure garbage
alexis, 07/08/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
my 2000 jetta constantly has something wrong with it. Please do not buy this car. My neighbor's 2000 jetta also has had many problems. Electrical problems, brake problems, windows coming off tracks constantly, starting problems, annoying knocking that you eventually learn to ignore. Please don't take the chance.
I LOVE my Volkswagen
Jill, 12/24/2008
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car for over 6 years now. At 145,000 miles it is still going strong. It's as much fun to drive as the day I bought it. The only repairs I have had to make were on an oxygen sensor which was covered under warranty and a power steering fluid leak (likely related to an accident). Great gas mileage, fun little car. Also, more space in the back than some of the small SUVs. Also, I can safely say that the safety features are very effective- I've been hit twice - once causing over $4,000 in damage to the car, and never had a scratch on me. Highly recommend the Jetta.
2000 jetta
Oxbig, 07/26/2003
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall, it has been a fun car to drive, although underpowered. No mechanical problems, but small things go wrong. Interior reading light never worked right. Glovebox was flimsy and hinge broke on a cold day. Passenger side power window doesn't work. Also seems to burn a lot of oil. I would gladly have traded free servicing for a longer warranty. Car was purchased and driven in Canada.
Great VW
Top Dollar, 03/18/2010
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just traded in my VW Jetta GLX VR-6 with 254,000 miles on it. I hated to get rid of it but I was getting bored with it. You ask why? Well for one, I was the original owner. With all those mile it kept its good looks, Leather seat were still beautiful, and engine still ran like new. I always hated one thing about the car and it was the 91 octane. Let me tell you this was the best VW I ever owned, but I had to stay on top of the maintenance! I miss here already!
Am I Lucky??
Flash, 06/05/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I own a 2000 GLX VR6 and still love driving it. After reading many other reviews I am feeling very lucky but worried now. Only a few things have happened to it. My rain sensor stopped working, which was due to a short in the wiring up in the head liner and my armrest latch broke and that is it. I blew a couple speakers or the rivits that hold them in were loose or broken, I forget, but now the rattles are back in 3 speakers. Everthing was covered. I do notice a lot of squeeks and rattles and wind noise with the sunroof. Besides those little things the car has been great to me, specially for the way I drive it(like an arcade racing game).
Luv it
Jettafan, 05/22/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My husband & I love my Jetta. It's Sporty, quick & reliable with an awsome sound system. Great for people or couple's without kids. The backseat is kinda small for passengers. I mainly have it to commute to work. The backseat folds down for x-tra cargo space. My V6 has a ton of power. My husband calls it the sports car. When given the choice on which car to take on a trip, we have always chosen the Jetta.
Don't buy a Volkswagen!
CDias, 11/11/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car started having problems within 3 months of purchasing it. I will never recommend a Volkswagen ever! The airconditioner has broken three times. The heated seat twice. The airbags once. A light has appeared on the dashboard twice. The center console has also broken. This car only has 21,000 miles! Plus now its off of warranty! Do not buy this car!
Jetta window problems
VW previous owner, 07/11/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Window regulators on power windows fail causing the window(s) to fall into the door. VW has not issued a recall on these parts even though they are aware of the problem. From what I have read, consumers have been reporting this failure on Jettas for several years. Replacing the window regulators can be a costly repair. My passenger window failed twice within 10 months. Regulator kits were on national backorder. The car window was unsecured for over a week. Experienced very poor service.
Assessment
Althea Stennett-McDo, 09/05/2008
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been most reliable however we have been experiencing water leakages associated with the radiator resulting in the need for the gasket to be changed. I would like to sell same and need to have an idea of the cost. Vehicle was involved previously in an accident.
NEVER ENDING
Tomperk79, 08/26/2003
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I already posted a review, but I have to add to it. Above all the other problems, I had my transmission replaced 1 1/2 weeks ago. I had to take it in a second time, and now it has to go in a third time, becuase, VW's suck and their service department doesn't know what they are doing...
First VW
geo430, 12/11/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car has performed very well in general, it truly is fun to drive. The oil filter has made oil changes a little inconvienent and the car uses about 1/2 quart between changes. 1st to 2nd gear is rough if you rev it up. The ride is great.
Warranty Woes
Alrock, 09/02/2003
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is excellent until the warranty runs out. Even though I put a lot of miles on my Jetta, I thought it would hold up better than what it did. At one point I was putting 450 dollars a month in it for maintenance & parts alone. Parts for this thing will make you think you own a Mercedez. I hated to get rid of it, but post warranty maintenance was killing my pockets.
Bring back the Rabbit!
tmonaco, 06/05/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDi 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
What a huge disappointment this car has been. I've had it in the shop for the radio/stereo/CD player alone a minimum of a half dozen times (and they've never given me a loner). Now, just outside of the warranty (on a 3 year leased car mind you), my 'mass air flow system' (or something like that) goes. MD emissions thing? Anyway, $500 out of my pocket. VW of America's Customer Service sucks. Don't even try talking to them - they're useless. The whole reason I bought a new car is so I didn't have to spend my days in service department... What a disappointment!
Don't Buy This Car
hecton, 09/05/2003
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car for three plus years and in that time I have had three electrical problems (blown sensors and a failed electrical harness). I am expecting more of the same in the years to come and I am wondering why I ever bought this vehicle. I miss my Toyota!
Love it so far but we'll see
BREEZE, 07/16/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought mine used after shopping around for what I want. After much research I got my car. It was fine for the first 3 months but now the engine light goes on and off alot and the Passenger Window motor went out at only 34K miles
Erin's review
erin, 04/15/2010
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have a love hate relationship with this car. Love the way it looks, hate the way it performs. Since day one, nothing but problems, currently working with vofa to try to get it fixed (cat convert anyone?). 10 y. O., just turned 60,000 miles because I'm afraid to take it anywhere for fear I won't get there -- or back home. Cup holders, glove box hinge, arm rest: broken. Currently, bucking like a bronco. Do not buy VW.
Love my Jetta
xochimahuac, 12/10/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have had my Jetta for 2 and a half years now, and it has always been great. Even in the accident where the other car was totalled, my Jetta protected me perfectly and was able to be fixed. Still runs great and feels very safe. Only strange thing is it consumes so much oil.
I love my Jetta!
happy jetta owner, 08/20/2008
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love this little car! I bought it from a private individual on Craig's List. Paid $5,700, but then it needed about $1,400 of repairs! But I think it just needed some TLC, and now I absolutely love the car. I like the design, and how smooth it handles in city driving as well as on the freeway. Pretty, sporty, LOVE the sunroof. Easy to park and bop around town!
So far, so good
JSN, 12/14/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love my car. Had it over two years now, and no major problems beyond mass airflow sensor which was replaced under warranty. Looks new, fun to drive and I get many compliments on it. Still under 16K miles though and kept in a garage. Road noise is a bit on the loud side.
I had high hopes, but...
Lauren, 04/11/2009
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 2000 VW Jetta is a nice looking car, fun to drive, gets pretty good mpg BUT do not buy this car if you don't want lots of repairs, very, very frequent and expensive repairs. The timing belt went at about 83,000 and I had to get the entire engine remanufactured. I've also had to replace the alternator, the battery twice and some other usual wear and tear pieces. Also, the front bumper is way too low and it gets ripped off easily. The problem is that VW designed the car to be repairable only at the dealership, therefor, more expensive. All in all, I like the car, maybe the newer models are better, but I do not recommend buying this car, at least not from this year.
Love Hate Relationship
Jon, 05/22/2010
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After owning this car for five years, 2000-2005 and putting on 130,000 miles, I have to say i miss the car for its performance (modified of course), and the amenities for the price ie heated leather seats sunroof etc. I don't miss the car for its known problems, mass air flow sensor, window regulator clips, coil packs, etc. Overall i believe if i had kept the car stock i wouldn't have that many problems with it, but that wouldn't have been fun! Keep the car bone stock and it shouldn't give you as much problems, but good luck avoiding its known problems!
Great Car!!!
jlarm3, 12/18/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDi 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have 121,000 miles on 2000 TDI automatic. The car has truly held up well for us and we plan to continue driving at this pace for years to come. Only a few complaints. Front door windows fell inside doors (replaced under warranty). Was surprised about the need to change timing belt so often (40,000 miles w/auto trans). Front bumper cover too low-will pull off if you park too close to curb. Also a little crowded in back seat. Will buy another one!!!
VW - Service is Horrid
Zagreb, 12/23/2002
2000 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDi 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun car to drive, 5 spd, Diesel - real miser on the fuel - HOWEVER, once your warranties expire, nobody will help you. You become a leper. Electric window broke twice to $300 a pop. Electric trunk lock $180, Glove compartment $180. Cheap Mexican trash. I bought a Santa Fe - It Rules.