Used 1999 Volkswagen Passat Consumer Reviews
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VW owner, 08/25/2005
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
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I have owned this car for more than 6 years, never has any major work done on it. The only dealer repairs that I had made was a leaky crank shaft boot, and a couple of recalls. The ride still solid and sound. I have only paid for new brakes and 4 new tires at 60,000 miles, and scheduled maintencance. But the little stuff like the dash board back light, the hood release latch (cost $200 to replace), a broken mirror control switch ($70), were coughed out from my own pocket. Also the car had a few glitches during the warranty period, i.e. air bag sensor, trunk lock. I guess they should use better quality parts at the plant. But other than these, I still like my car.
1999 Passat GLS 1.8T. Just the facts.
OnTheFence, 10/10/2009
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
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Bought used with 40K miles in Feb 04 Sold with 115K miles in Aug 09 Control arm link. $700 Computer replaced. $600 ABS failed in 06 but never fixed. Rear Axle went out of alignment. With the B5 frame, the entire axle must be replaced. I never replaced it because it would have cost $1.2K. Leaks 1 quart of oil per month. Heated side mirrors failed in 05. Timing belt never changed. I loved my Passat but never felt confident to take this car on long trips with the family. It is a nice car but the repairs are expensive. My new ride. 2003 Passat Wagon with 73K miles.... :) As I said, apart from the reliability, I love this car. Enjoy, this is just my facts.
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This is the best car ever! I love it!
HelenO, 08/18/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
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I love Volkswagens. When I purchased it, my trade in was a 1994 Jetta. I have no regrets. It handles beautifully. I've had no mechanical problems to speak of. And, it looks great!
1999 Passat GLS V-6
sstepa, 01/01/2004
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan
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Mine was built on a Monday morning or Friday afternoon. 2 failed fuel sending units, leaking rear shock, cam seal blew, power steering leak (twice) CV boot cracked, rear hatch lock repaired, squeek in drivers door, broken bottom engine cover. Bought new and it's not driven hard and only put on 12K per year. I'm jealous of all the other positive reviews. Can't say the same for mine.
Glad I'm leasing
Almost40, 08/25/2002
1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T Turbo 4dr Sedan
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I leased this vehicle for a 3 year term. During that time I really enjoyed driving my Passat. I got what I expected.The car is more elegant than the Japanese and American competition. The more you drive it, the more you appreciate the superb engineering, especially when you drive other competing vehicles. It's downfall is reliabilty. Do not purchase this car for the long term and expect it to be as reliable as a Japanese vehicle. It went in for numerous repairs (tie rods, water pump, engine stalls,heated seats twice, transmission stuck in park) and failed to start on several occasions. It also died at idle may times.