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Mixed Feelings
devost00, 06/30/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have very mixed feelings about this car. I love the interior and exterior styling as well as the ride quality and handling. I hate the build quality. I have had problems with leaking oil, squeaky brakes (which VW tells me is "normal"), ignition system, undercarriage...Also, the dealership and VW customer service is terrible.
Great Car Except for Service
johnirish, 02/09/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
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My wife & I have very much enjoyed the 99 Passat. We've found the 4 cylinder turbo to haveexcellent acceleration. Very good ride, comfortable seating, excellent interior space, good sound system (though the AM has failed.) Scheduled maintenance has been pricy in my estimation - $335 for the 40K checkup. The dealer's service manager is obnoxious and not does not respect the customer's time. A service appointment takes all day even though you are asked to arrive at 8AM. I was going to try another dealer, but have been told they are worse. Because of VW's "attitude" I doubt that I will by another Passat even though I consider it the best car I've ever owned.
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love my car
med9h, 08/03/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love this car. It was the only car I could find with all the features I wanted for the price I was willing to pay.
Love It!
Matt, 01/02/2008
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
Wanna Love My Passat, but...
Wex, 07/07/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
Gold
runmanrun, 08/22/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great vehicle, over 95,000 miles and no major problems to date. Fun to drive and really good or trips. Would have expected to have paid much more for such a great auto.
disappointment, had to sell
Last VW forever, 09/05/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
check engine light @ 36K miles (new coils $700) and again @ 50K miles (both occurred two days after a 300 mile trip) Both instances took two visits to the dealer to fix. What a pain. I can't rely on it for trips greater than 30 miles.
Why buy anything else?
Steve Arrivo, 10/28/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a superb car. I currently have an A4 1.8TQ as well and this is just as good. The car is solid as a rock, get huge gas mileage (35-38 highway) and fits everything we could ever want to bring on a trip with 4 people (2 kids). Get a roof rack and carry the bikes, no problem. Only gripe - seats are too big and soft - must be for big butts.... Oh yeah, it has killer resale as well. Check the cost of ownership and be pleasantly surprised.
Excellent car!
pdxpdx, 10/07/2010
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought our 1999 Passat Wagon brand new and have been thoroughly satisfied with it since. The fit and finish were superb from the start, a very high quality feel and SO fun to drive! The seats are incredibly comfortable, with firm support, and easy on the driver even on long drives. After 11 years now, we have only had almost no problems, outside of normal wear and tear. Very good gas mileage as well. Very happy with this car!
This car rocks!
Frank Shard, 09/09/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My Wagon has 155K on it, and I have not had a single thing go wrong since I have owned it. The tires may have to be replaced with only 35K on them, but I think that's the tires, not the car. It sounds like some of these people got lemons or something, because my passat is rock solid! I think I can easily get 300K out of this car before it's all said and done.
1999 VW GLS Passat 1.8 turbo
Jim Spivey, 02/13/2008
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I like the car overall. Concerns - brakes went out at 43000 and 89000, and had to replace pads and rotors ($850 each time). Moon roof stuck at one time. Major engine overhaul at 105,000 miles (not transmission). In spite of those costs, it has run well for me for 7 years, and held its value very well if not great.
Great car!
jonnybgud, 05/27/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a great car to drive, it's fun, agile, responsive and practical (holds a bunch of stuff in the back) and feels very safe. Plus the turbo 1.8 with the 5 speed accelerates briskly when needed. It's my commuting car, but my wife takes it whenever she can. Sound system is great for a stock unit. Really good gas mileage, too - we get 32 to 35 mpg on trips doing about 75 -80 MPH and pretty full of traveling stuff, too.
FamilyOfFour
FamilyOfFour, 11/29/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
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Reviewer: Perspective is that of a family looking for a fun but reliable car. Although this is a pleasant car to drive and is very nice for the family we have gotten to know the dealer much to well for having a car with only 50K miles on it. VW covered most items but the dealer service is awful. I would absolutely NOT recommend as a long term car. Do NOT buy used ... you are due to find many problems. See list below. Bad: Acceleration. Reliability: Side Mirror motor, cup holder (twice), airflow vent control, rear sear pasenger window, door misaligned, pulls to the left slightly ... dealer will never admit it.
Do Not Buy A Used One
Taken for a ride, 01/30/2010
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased for my daughter thinking it would be a safe reliable car.Had 90,000 miles drove great and took dealers recommendation "it will be a great car for her" In the first year each month we averaged $500 in repairs.I have a 1990 BMW for the past 5 yrs it's only cost me $500 in repairs. Now a sludge problem that could cost over $2000 to repair Would never buy one again. Loved my bug in the 70's but VW has to work on reliability and reduced pricing for parts before I would buy another.
A Disappointment
Bailey, 02/15/2008
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
With a baby on the way, my husband and I decided to take the plunge and purchase a newer car in hopes that it would be a safer and more reliable vehicle than what we had. We loved the heated leather seats, sunroof, and spacious hatchback. However, having purchased it in December, it still has temporary tags as it as been in the shop for over 6 weeks. We had to purchase two new engines for the thing, a serpentine belt, turbo, and that is just to get in back on the road. We have spent over $8500 for a car I have barely driven. We should have stuck with what we had.
Dereks Passat
Derek2D, 05/14/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is awesome, the turbo engine, and the 5 Speed are sweet. The sound system is great, and the gauges at night are cool-looking. I am not usually into the VW's but the passat has made me feel like I did when I first got my license, its a joy to drive!
100,000 Miles and still fun to drive
Moo Man, 06/22/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Passat is my first experience with something other than a Japanese built in 14 years. For the past four years maintenance has consisted of oil changes every 3,500 miles, brakes and tires at 45,000 and 90,000 miles, and gas every now and then. (Around town the Passat gets about 27 MPG, with longer trips about 31 MPG.) The funny thing about the car is that it's still a hoot to drive. In hindsight, I'm glad I went for the 5 speed stick instead of the automatic. I plan on keeping the car until my oldest gets his license (about 5 more years). Maybe I'm an optimist, but this car continues to delight the 20 year old in me (I'm 42 now).
Nicest car I have ever owned
mark_j, 08/07/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have always wanted a European styled sedan but could never afford one. That changed when I purchased my Certified PreOwned 99 Passat GLS V6. What a wonderful car! Compared to other family sedans, it has wonderful handling, adequate power, luxurious well appointed interior, and excellent safety features. However, the car has been in the shop several times for: New exhaust cam, cam chain and tensioner; new control arm(s); new tie rod end; and now is making a mysterious front end noise that no one can identify. Someone speculated the new noise was coming from the differential (!!!)
Passat
Jrd2828, 09/24/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We purchased this car brand new 1 years ago. It was my first "four-door family car" but I insisted on a manual trans for a sporty feel. I love the get-up and go. Someone tailgaiting? Put it in fourth and watch them disappear in your review mirror. My friends loved the leg room especially in back. Now it carries 1 kid in carseats. No problems!
Bad Bad Bad Car
Fabi, 03/03/2009
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought it with 90.000 miles on it. Paid $3000,00 and in less than 2 months I had spend $3,600 in parts. The car doesn't go one week without breaking is weird ! is bad If I could go back in time I would never buy it ! after that I had to spend more money because the car is always breaking down. You never know when you will be able to wake up and go to work because you never know if your car will start! CRAZY! MY ADVICE DON'T BUY IT!
Worst car EVER!
SLC71, 06/04/2009
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
BUYER BEWARE! Almost everything has broken (mult. times) on this car ($8K in 6 y - not incl. maint). Mechanics say they see this all the time w/ Passats & VERY spendy to fix! *CRAZY low clearance - 3 belly boots & 2 oil pans *Window motors - repaired/replaced chronically *Doors/locks w/ chronic problems (cylinders, housings, mech., elect., etc.) *Faulty factory sunroof leads to flooding & since electrical is in the floor behind driver, this shorts out the comf. cxl module. *Turn lights have poor quality plastic causing lights to fall out (has happened 3x on each side) *Misc. crap in & out breaks and falls off (latches, dials, etc.) *Mechanic refers to it as "The Dutchman & The Dike"
1999 VW Passat GLS Wagon
sdyver, 07/14/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had this car for over 3 and a half years with virtually no problems, until recently. While about 75 miles from home the timing belt broke at 79k (recommended change interval is 105k). The timing belt was replaced under warranty, but the dealership (not our local dealership) did sub-par work causing us to have it towed back to the dealer to fix all the problems. Other than this one incidence (which cost us less than $50) the car has been a pleasure to own and drive. We've taken it on numerous long trips and the seats are superb. The car itself if very versitile, highly recommended.
V6 A+ .. Great driving car!
atlman007, 09/26/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love the car and have had very little issues. On the 40k service, the dealership came up with a couple of items to repair and ouch! The repairs were as high as on my previous BMW and Mercedes that I owned. Using the dealership for scheduled service and engine diagnostics, but I'll be heading to my mechanic for anything outside of that.
title of my review
vone, 03/02/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i like this car alot although the tiptronic mode of it is verry un responsive and hard to control.
99 Passat
Craig D, 05/26/2010
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have been very happy with this car. I drive a lot since I am in sales. I get good HWY mileage 28 to 30 MPG. Very good looking car. Leather seats holding up well. Outside of timing belt replacement, I have only had one other major repair expense in 2 years I have owned Passat. Keep good tires on it.
Dont waste your time or money
unhappy vw owner, 07/19/2010
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
If she didn't wreck my Civic I wouldn't be on here. Parts are outrageous, car has hardly any power looking for new engine now after for months ownership cheap interior, loose steering, radio has bad reception. Seat recliners are bad, nothing good about this car but the sunroof. Turbo is extremely weak. So don't try to talk you're dad into it because it's definitely not worth the hassle first hand. Bad idea.
No more VW
NomoreVW, 06/02/2009
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased from neighbor 2 years into 3 year lease. All I've ever owned are VW's. Passat is a pleasure to drive. However, over 8 years, I've had many problems even with only 77,000 miles. No AM reception, trunk doesn't open even manually (i.e. without keyless entry) due to a faulty latch, water leaks into the trunk lid and then drips into the trunk when the lid is opened; air conditioning stopped working - dealer said the vent system needed to be realigned, the power windows stopped working and the entire control box had to be replaced, first clutch replaced at only 30,000 (other VW's I've owned were at closer to 70,000). No more VW's for this driver.
The Real Passat
Fishboy, 07/02/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Owned 4.5 years. Drivers door hinge came unscrewed. Car leaks oil very bad. Vacuum lines on car keep breaking due to poor quality. Recall after recall after recall. Change battery and car memory dies. $90 charge from VW to reprogram. Cant even change the battery, that is sick. Emission light keeps coming on. Was only recently able to get book to repair car. Turn on flashers with headlights on burns up flasher switch. Another "common" VW problem. VW seems to arrogant to deal with. Will never own another Water cooled VW again. I have owned an aircooled VW my entire driving career (14 years) and will stick with aircooled.
Great car
NS, 09/02/2010
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
Wonderful car, electronic problems
Dr. PMA, 08/06/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Car purchased new, 4 yrs. old, 58K miles. Love the design, roominess and build quality. Ride/handling are comfortable, sophisticated. Accel is OK, turbo kicks in late, power up hills is sluggish and needs Tiptronic assist. Transmission doesn't shift back up quickly enough after sustained lower-gear driving. Gas econ is GREAT (34 mpg @ 72 mph-hwy!). Overall avg mpg: 26. Problems have been electronic: failed engine temp sensor, trunk light switch, dash lights. SHOCKING failure (at 4 yrs): electronic firing regulator shorted out; diagnosis + part ($348.) + labor = $600! What else electronic may fail next?? VW techs say: water pumps go out at around 60K.
Driver & Loving It!!!!
vavwchic, 09/24/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
great gas milage, body style, dashboard lighting and comfort;performance rated a 9 due to hesitance to pick up speed w/AC on;interior issues regard location of front and rear cupholders; rear directly on "hump" no enough room to be secured;front has cups blocking radio controls; ocassional difficulty with master window controls when moisture is a weather factor although has been "repaired" twice since owning the vehicle.
Love My Passat!
Mich63, 09/02/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Unfortunately, I must sell my Passat to get a mini-van because of twin toddlers and I need the space.I have been driving my Passat for 4.5 years and love it!The performance is like driving a sports car. Hugs the road,accelerates fast(I have a 5 speed), and is very fun to drive. The leather package is very comfortable and feel very safe in this car. Stereo sound system is great!The car is very quiet when.The only problem that I have with this car is the electric sunroof. When I close the sunroof, it bounces back open.I've had this fixed before and problem is back again. Also the 6 cd changer is broken and needs to get fixed as well.
Shocked at the problems you all have
Tommy D., 09/18/2010
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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!
Just say no to SUV's by a VW
smithy, 09/08/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We purchased this car brand new 4 years ago. It was my first "four-door family car" but I insisted on a manual trans for a sporty feel. I love the get-up and go. Someone tailgaiting? Put it in fourth and watch them disappear in your review mirror. My friends loved the leg room especially in back. Now it carries 2 kids in carseats. Followed the scheduled maintenance and the only problem was with the keyless remote for the trunk lock. My husband thinks it is time to upgrade to a monsterous SUV. Over my dead body! I love my VW! I've had sport vehicles all my life -- this car by far is the most fun with the most pep!
Fun to drive - rough on the wallet
Jeremy, 06/05/2009
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
Buy Japanese
schmidbo, 07/21/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I guess I was expecting the same sort of reliability from this car that I've experienced from my 1992 Toyota Camry XLE. The Passat is fun to drive - handles like a dream and has plenty of pep. But the mechanical reliability leaves a l;ot to be desired. In my opinion, the water pump and radiator should not give out at under 70,000 miles. My Toyota has nearly 200 thousand on the odometer and it's going strong. The Passat will never go that sort of distance.
1999 Passat
rossdarrel, 10/08/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Return to VW after 15 years of Honda & Toyota was a concern due to reliability woories. Passat has been a very solid, very reliable sedan. Pleasure to drive, Very quiet. 31 mpg overall on recent 1100 mile trip with lot's of 80 mph stretches.
Great Car....wish it were mine!
VW4Life, 10/02/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for my wife and two kids. Previous cars were no big deal for her. After a year of owning this one, she LOVES it. Great on trips, excellent pick-up and one of the best exterior designs on the market. This is my third VW, and my next one will hopefully be the new Toureg. I've experienced some of the same "suspicious" mechanical problems, but a reliable VW mecahanic can take care of them for a whole lot less than the dealers. VW home office is no help (never has been) but fortunately, haven't had to use them much. Will keep buying VW until product stops performing.
Great Car
dharjo/buhshe, 04/24/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Passat is a fun car to drive, it is peppy. The main reason we bought the Passat is for all of the safety features it offers and that it is featured on the Highway Safety web page as a great pick with the highest review. We get great gas mileage as well, plus it is a great looking car. We have been real pleased with the vehicle and hate that we have to sell it to get a larger vehicle as our family is growing (in numbers) and we need more seats.
ready to get rid of the lemon !
alincke, 09/29/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my VW as a certified used vehicle with 28K.My fun with the car lasted 18 months. Multiple trips to a dealer due to check engine light. Recently with 56K the timing belt fell of while I was driving around town. I was 4K too many to have extensive repairs to the engine covered by limited warranty. To top it of the timing belt failure happened bearly 2 weeks after car was serviced at the dealership. Call s to dealership and VW left me very disappointed not only with the car but also customer service.
poor performer
neveragainvw, 11/29/2010
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
everyone seems to say its fun to drive but i dont see it. acceleration is slow, car just lacks in performance. you have to dig through the entire front end just to get to the engine. and WAY too expensive to fix. would never own another vw. ill stick to the japanese imports and domestics
You get what you pay for
VWRattletrap, 10/10/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Volkswagen and yes, I'd get another one. I haven't had the ignition/electrical problems others have had, but my car has had it's share. The list: 2 radios, engine computer, cruise control, rear passenger electric window motor, falling trim. Think of it this way: the same size car with the same features from BMW or Mercedes will cost $15-20K more . . . you've got to expect something to give. VW has put it's money into the drivetrain and suspension, certainly not the interior build quality. The secret to silencing the squeaks, rattles, and buzzes of any VW is to cram a penny or two between the plastic bits that are causing the noise.
I'd buy another one
Used Passat buyer, 07/27/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very fun car to drive. Comfortable seats for short or long trips. Only poor items are cup holders, trim around steering column, and poor design of cruise control switch.
Average Annual Maintenance Costs = $1500
CONNIE, 07/21/2009
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Passat new 10 years ago. I was seduced by the style, tiptronic and cool commercials during that time. I'm a sucker for Nick Drake. I now have 122k miles on the car and have gotten to know my various mechanics very well over the years. The passenger window slipped into the door - twice. That repair cost me $200+. Simple maintenance like battery changes can't be done outside of the dealership. Removing and replacing the battery disables the car's computer console which can only be reset at the dealership = cost of battery + reset fee $70. Silly things like this are common. Other replacements: tie rods, broken sunroof (within the first year) replacement cost $700; oil leaks +++
It is an Awesome Car
Jawa, 08/02/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall it is an awesome car to drive both for short commute to work or long drive to nowhere. Cool dashboard lighting is pleasant to the eyes during night driving.
Best Car I Have Ever Owned!
dickiet, 08/05/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Almost four years old and I still love my Passat! I wish I could say the same about the dealer. I have had no mechanical difficulties with the car what so ever. The original tires left something to be desired, other than that totally happy. I am in the processes of purchasing a Passat wagon for the growing family. Will hang onto the sedan and trade in the Intrigue.
A real shame
emdubs, 10/21/2008
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My wife and I loved the car early on, but we really should have looked harder. I have replaced the distributor coil pack (failed on the freeway), timing belt, control arms, tie rod ends, clutch, ABS control module. VW is terrible when it comes to customer service and avoiding recalls. A quick search for ABS module will return a lengthy list of horror stories. When it works, it is a great car. The interior is efficient and comfortable (although it shakes and rattles something terrible on rough roads), and all of the extra trunk capacity is great. Especially when coupled with the fuel economy. But, in the end, it just isn't worth it.
Forget Audi
Doster, 05/22/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A great car even for a big guy. Plenty of legroom. Yes, the cupholders are terrible, but I don't care. The manual tranny is great and the engine is totally responsive to even a light foot. Definately a keeper. Engine and tranny noise are non-existant in the cabin. Going from an American vehicle to this car is like going from dark to light in comparison...tight and controlled! Hopefully, the fun will live beyond the 2 year/24000 mile warranty.
awesome car
vw4life, 08/16/2009
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for a couple of years now and it has 270,000 miles on it and have had no problems I mean I have had to replace some belts but this car is great! I love VW's and as long as you do regular maintenance on them they keep going. This car is proof. It has been up and down the east coast with no hesitation! It's comfortable, roomy , and drives great. It still can get up and go if you need it to! I would recommend this car to anyone!
Avoid like the plague
Trevor, 02/04/2008
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car brand new. Hands down the absolute worst car I have ever had. Had constant electrical problems (call would just cut out whenever) and of course brake problems. VW doesn't recommend the timing belt change until 105,000 miles. The engine went at 84,000 miles because the timing belt snapped. Needless to say, I was glad to sell this to a scrap yard and walk away with $1000 cash. I practically kissed the ground the day I parted ways with this junker. Never will I consider any VW product again.