Volkswagen Passat Estate (2005 - 2011) 2.0 SE TDI 5d DSG (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nothing...thats what good about it.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Entertaining given it's history.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No; its the worst car we've ever owned; and we've owned several VW's. 2.0 ltr diesels are beset by endless problems...unlike the 1.9.
What are you likely to buy next?
Something simple.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,000
When did you buy the car?
December 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Perfectly fair deal.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Practical family saloon comfortable and deemed to be cheap to run.
What was the dealer like?
Good and attentive.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Steady
What's it like to park?
Easy; it has parking controls.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Where do I start? Injectors....twice, dual mass flywheel, turbo, both main computers, ancillary computers, steering lock / ignition key, electric windows, electric handbrake calliper.
What's most practical about your car?
A good steady load carrier when it works.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The radio.
