Volkswagen Passat CC (2008 - 2011) 1.8 TSI 4d (2009/09) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It should say I like a quality car, unfortunately this one wasn't ... at all!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Like it, it looks very nice.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Never, not from VW.
What are you likely to buy next?
I am buying an Insignia. Much cheaper, more "toys" and more reliable.
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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?
£10,000
When did you buy the car?
May 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
No - book price paid.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Liked the looks and trusted the badge.
What was the dealer like?
OK - Independent, used them before. Give away nothing even for returning customers.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Quite powerful, tends to stall starting from standstill. Stutters a bit on gentle acceleration. Traction control is very rough in operation. Gears are a bit notchy.
What's it like to park?
Fine, no problems.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Lots - all electrical. Steering column lock module £400, Body Control Module £600, last service cost £550, Front indicator £45.
What's most practical about your car?
Nothing specifically practical about it.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Touch screen CD multi changer, SD Card reader and radio.
