Volkswagen Passat Estate (1997 - 2001) 1.8T 20V Sport 5d Auto (AC) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Looked smart in understated way when first bought but now turns no heads.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Friends & family amazed by quality problems - neighbours run Porsches, Audis, Mercs & BMWs and politely make no comment.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely not and the experience has left me unlikely to buy from VAG group in the foreseeable future.
What are you likely to buy next?
Toyota, Lexus, Subaru
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£12,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2000
Did you get a good deal and why?
Payed around book/market price
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed to trade in GTI for estate to accomodate new family
What was the dealer like?
Friendly, professional, avuncular.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Comfortable cruiser and auto box great for commuting crawl.....not so sure-footed when hurried.
What's it like to park?
Fine
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
This had been by far the worst car I've owned and has shaken my faith in VW. Problems with steering, suspension, turbo, climate control, leak into rear footwell and many other minor niggles including high oil & coolant consumption.
What's most practical about your car?
Good carrying capacity.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Climate contol
