Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.9 Sport TDI 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
List here in Italy with options was £18K - I managed to get over 10% off as well. I now know why.
Costs
I am sure the prices go up when they hear the English accent.
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On the road
Driving
Sports suspension is firm and the steering is sharp.
Performance
Real mid range wallop. Acceleration from standstill is a bit disappointing.
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Living with it
Reliability
Initially good, but has really started to fall apart.
Image
Nice and anonymous, a bit of a dark horse on the motorway.
Comfort
Seats seem to be collapsing, so comfort is compromised.
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Security and Service
Security
No volumetric alarm on the Italian version. I rather wish it would get stolen.
Service
Manufacturer to importer to dealer. None give a monkey's.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Smoked a lot when new. Dealer found a loose oil pipe when they bothered to open their toolbox.
Other
Where do I start? Seatbelts do not retract, CD player does not work, wipers judder etc.etc.etc
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No