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3.5 out of 5 stars

So disappointed with my 99 Passat

Clare Grief, 11/06/2003
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
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I bought my VW Passat new in 1999. It has been back to the dealer regularly ever since. Engine fan, engine temperature sensor, interior and exterior body moldings, major oil leaks, oil coolant leak and finally last month, the spark control module failed leaving me stranded on the side of the road. These repairs have cost me over $3,500. This is by far the most unreliable car I have ever owned and it has only done 34K miles.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Forget Audi

Doster, 05/22/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
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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.

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5 out of 5 stars

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!

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3.25 out of 5 stars

Avoid like the plague

Trevor, 02/04/2008
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
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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.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

After 6 years, I still adore this car

cayugaduck, 05/31/2005
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
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I love this car. The exterior style still looks as good as the day I got it. I have only ever had to have minor repairs done. It has to have the most comfortable and roomy interior -- for front and rear passengers -- as any car I've experienced. Not to mention how fun to drive it is.

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