Volkswagen Passat Saloon 1.8T 20V Sport 4d (AC) (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought for 6k with 40k miles on clock and FSH.
Costs
Not brilliant on fuel, don't believe those who say the turbo does better on fuel than non turbo - I owned both, not true!
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On the road
Driving
Very good for a big car, just a little detatched, hence not 5.
Performance
Smooth & quick, excellent midrange acceleration and overtaking. Awesome range in 3rd gear up to red line.
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Living with it
Reliability
No probs in 10 months, apart from slight ticking first 1/2 mile from cold.
Image
Safe bet of a German saloon, but does exude class, if not exactly a wild choice!
Comfort
Can be upset by pot holes but overall good.
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Security and Service
Security
Dunno, seems to have additional alarm fitted but it ""feels"" secure.
Service
Non franchise service from Houldcrofts, excellent from sales to service!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
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