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notpostal, 02/13/2003
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'm right at 21,000 miles on my Wolfsburg 1.8t 5spd and have not had any real problems. My dealer replaced the window stops at my 20k checkup..they had a tech bulletin on to replace them although mine hadn't failed. The car is more comfortable and fun to drive than my Acura. I get 27+mpg in town and 31+ on the highway. This is the first VW I've owned and the experience has been wonderful. I plan to replace it next year and will get another Jetta 1.8t but I will check out the triptonic auto. The 5 spd is a lot of fun and easy to operate, but at 58 years of age, I'm getting a little lazy.
Great Reliable Car
herbz, 12/03/2013
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
164,000 miles and running great. Reliable as can be. Good on gas, MPG has dropped slightly as the car aged but still gets 30mpg city easily. Massive trunk for a small car. Other than ground clearance it is a very good winter car. Only issue is an intermittent CEL related to an emissions issue that comes and goes. Dealer says its not worth chasing as the car runs perfect. Definitely will consider another Jetta or VW product.
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Call it a VW Lemon Instead
ajm220, 11/03/2002
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'll like my Jetta but here's why I'm selling it: Month 3: the rear brake lights blew out (look around at Jettas others are driving, you'll notice the same in most). Month 4: O2 sensor blew out. Month 6: O2 sensor I replaced blew out. Month 10: engine wouldn’t start (something about some fuse?). Month 16: left back brake worn out, grinded the rotator Month 23: front right signal and left front head lamp blew out at the same time -- Folks, the repairmen gave me the parts that blew out and they were BURNED TO A CRISP Month 24: I’m selling the car
THIS is a Volkswagen?
FarFromSatisfied, 07/19/2010
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car was a gift from my parents, as a first car. At first I was thrilled; the car was fun to drive, it had great features and it looked great. So far, Ive had the car about a year and a half, and the car has been in the repair shop about 5 or 6 times for major repairs, including: the transmission, alternator, head gasket, a/c compressor, power steering, water pump, and a few others. I don't have a lead foot, so its not my driving thats causing these problems. Not to mention I average 16 mpg, if that. Nevertheless, the car has great features. I just expected more from Volkswagen, especially with the car being one of their "Certified 'Pre Loved' Cars".
VW FAIL.
Josh, 06/30/2010
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I financed this Jetta used for around $11k and ended up spending over $13k in repair receipts over the short lifetime of this car. Every possible part on this car had to be replaced at least once, and it was constantly towed to the shop. We just got rid of this for a reliable Honda.
Plastic Water Pump Impeller Failure
gorvcamping, 05/18/2010
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just in case your 2.0 Liter-powered VW (not sure of other engine designs) develops unexplained overheating with no external coolant leaks, it is most likely a internally shattered PLASTIC (yes you read that correctly) impeller that has failed. Unfortunately, it is about a 4-hour shop job to replace the impeller, since it is driven by the timing belt. So most of the front part of the engine must be dismantled in order to get to the impeller! COST: about $600-$750 parts & labor. If you are mechanically knowledgeable, parts (impeller, timing belt, tension pulley, and thermostat) will cost you about $210. When buying a replacement impeller, be sure to specify an ALL METAL replacement!
My 21 year old Jetta is still amazing!
Shauna, 03/31/2022
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got this 2001 Jetta GLX V6 in 2003 with 30k on it after original owner. Now I’ve got 105k and it’s still a great car. I just came back from it at the mechanics after a very expensive replacement of the radiator (original) and electric water pump which were leaking. The thing I most have to focus on is the cooling system. There are coolant leaks and it’s had them in a hose, a plastic pipe and the housing of the thermostat (twice in 10 years). Other issues have been with the cooling fan control module making the a/c not working. O2 sensor replaced, and the check engine light has been going on often, always around smog time but it’s been off now for awhile. Considering it’s age but such low mileage, overall it’s been great. The paint clear coat is starting to flake off and this is disheartening as it makes the car look so much older. I don’t think I’ll pay for a new paint job. Maybe I can have a professional sand the clear coat to get rid of the look. The things I know have to be attended to is the timing belt/chain —not sure what I have in there. Needs attention in the transmission as it slips at times from 2nd to 3rd especially starting up a hill and a clunking sound in the left rear when turning sharp right. Considering the age of the car, it’s not too much. Still fun to drive, excellent pick up, and I had 3 Corvettes. No reason to sell at this time!!
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poor man's audi / bmw
digitalboy, 07/08/2003
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought it new two years ago and overall have really enjoyed this car. The VR6 motor is outstanding, but does use more gas than the 4 cyl. models. Body roll is a little excessive in fast corners, but it grips well when pushed hard. Ride is plush, quiet and smooth. Very comfortable for road trips. When I first picked up the car the cruise didn't work and the climate control wouldn't switch to defrost. Dealer fixed both problems promptly, and I haven't had a problem with the car since. Guess I've been lucky (knock on wood) as I see a lot of reliability issues from other folks.
LOVING MY VW
CHili Redz, 06/19/2003
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My VW was in a really bad accident 12/01. She had over 15,000 worth of damage. My cousin T-boned her, lucky the engine wasn't affected. After almost 4 months of repair. She is still in good condition. She runs just as good as when I bought her in 5/01. I haven't had any major engine problems. I had to replace driver and passager window regulators, which I found out that was a common defect in VW's. I also had to replace my rear brakes at 28,000 miles which I thought was rare but I was told it was due to a braking feature. Overall I am happy with her.
Bad Quality
Tony, 11/03/2006
2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have a 2001 Jetta. The check engine light has come on numerous times during the past couple of years and I have spent more than $1,500 a year on repairs, over and above the regular maintenance. I am really tired of this car's bad quality. My colleague has the same one and has the same problems. I will never buy a VW again! Quality is the key, look at all of the Japanese cars around.