Used 1999 Volkswagen Passat Consumer Reviews
Used Passat for sale
Great car
NS, 09/02/2010
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4dr Sedan
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I bought my Passat at 120k, I'm up to 155 now with no major problems. Only repairs I've had to make were a faulty coolant sensor, serp belt, and a control arm - all less than $300, and pretty routine maintenance. Car gets good mpg's, I typically get around 28-30 on the interstate.
Love It!
Matt, 01/02/2008
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
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Going on 10 years with this car and I love it as much as the day in 1997 I knew I'd own one. I've always seen VW's as cars that require more than average maintenance, so i'm not surprised at having to have work done. The car drives great, looks great, and (knock on wood) will be with me for many more years.
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- GLS 1.8T SedanMSRP: $3,4501,052 mi away
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Wanna Love My Passat, but...
Wex, 07/07/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
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All the great german engineering went into mechanics, not fit. The drive is fast and smooth with great handling. Interior fit and finish is TERRIBLE. I have had knobs fall off all over, all of the interior felt is peeling off the B and C columns, and the roof is drooping. I expected better from a car just breaking 40,000. Squeaks and creaks are all over the car, including the well knowns "middle of the air vent" creak at about 35k. Great car to drive, but if you like quality and attention paid to construction, consider another car. If you just worry about the drive, on the other hand, best bargain around.
Shocked at the problems you all have
Tommy D., 09/18/2010
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
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I bought the car new in late 99. 4cyl tubo with 5 speed. Didn't take the greatest care of it and still driving it into the ground. Only issue was the timing belt which cost me $1200 when it blew on the freeway at 100k miles which was just over the suggested change amount. Tip for everyone-DO NOT TAKE THE CAR TO A DEALER! Someone mentioned you have to have the battery changed at a dealer. What crap.I changed all mine and I am no mechanic. Also, premium gas, you are kidding! U don't need it, never used it once. I have $185k and have spent about $2500 on maintenance over 10 years. Simple oil changes-$35 and a brake job for $200 ea 5 years or so. On my 3rd set of costco tires. be smarter!
Fun to drive - rough on the wallet
Jeremy, 06/05/2009
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
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This car is really fun to drive. It handles well. It costs WAY too much to maintain. $900 to replace the timing belt. $500 to replace the brakes. Timing belt slipped and had to get the engine replaced. Found a used one for $3000 as opposed to the $7000 the dealership quoted me. Basically it's not worth having because it costs too much to maintain.