VW Passat Saloon 1988-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Could not get much better for £800

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Had to have cam belt and tyres

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Drives well with PAS and positive gear change

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Goes well if you work it, but noisy at high speeds

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Niggling things - electric windows can be problematic, occasional stalling

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not going to set the world alight, but it's reliable and cheap!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Firm seats, but they are comfy - good driving position

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems during the time I owned it

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Local mechanic - good service!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Occasional cut out

    Other

    Electric windows failed intermittently - apparently common

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes