Volkswagen Passat Estate (2005 - 2011) 2.0 SE TDI 5d DSG (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Says I was a mug to buy it.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Very little. Why would they?

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, never, absolutely no chance. Volkswagen never again and not only because of the car but because of the Seller's and VW total lack of customer care.

What are you likely to buy next?

Volvo or Kia or Ford possibly.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£21,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

I negoatiated what I thought was a fair price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I thought I was getting a quality product; experience proved me wrong.

What was the dealer like?

OK until the deal was done but thereafter appalling.

What's it like to drive?

Sluggish from stop unless 'S' option used. Poor visibility sides, back and front. Fuel consumption very good.

What's it like to park?

Poor visibility inhibits reverse parking.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Poor fit of tailgate, ventilation components omitted by factory, debris left within panels by factory, continuous string of electrical faults from new to present day, corroding alloy wheels, rattling door, erratic parking sensors..

What's most practical about your car?

Cargo space.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

None.