Used 2003 Volkswagen Passat Consumer Reviews
Pleased with the 2003 Passat and Oakvill
As a 16 year owner of the 1st model year of the VW Jetta, I answered the call for drivers wanted in 2007. My used 2003 Passat is truly a joy to drive. I faithfully change oil out @ 8K with Castrol Synthetic 5 w 40 and look forward to enjoyable years of driving. Purchased in 2007 with ~ 83 K I have now in 01/09 133 K with only a transaxle boot replacement
2003 GLX
Fun to drive but Lots of road noise. Comfort is excellent. Bad Triptonic future
- GLS 1.8T WagonMSRP: $2,99514 mi away
- GLX 4Motion WagonMSRP: $4,50037 mi away
- GLS 1.8T SedanMSRP: $2,90041 mi away
My favorite car
Was actually looking at the Accord Coupe and Toyota Solara in a V6. Somehow ended up at a VW dealer. Needless to say, I ended up with a Passat GLS 1.8T with the 5-speed shiftable automatic transmission. Never thought I would buy a VW, but I am sure glad I did.
Max bang for the buck
This is an all around great car at a price that adds a real feeling of triumph for us value addicts.
lemon
Ignition coils go bad between 50-75 K miles. Major design flaw. VW will not claim responsibility for this issue as I have contacted them. I don't mind 3 or 4 recalls and countless other items that had to be replaced during the warranty, but it is unfair for the owner to pay for ignition coil replacement, which seems to be a common issue with this engine. Ask any VW owner or dealer.