Volkswagen Passat Saloon (2000 - 2005) 1.9 S TDI (130ps) 4d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I don't drive a peugeot.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everyone's quietly jealous.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely would buy another - because it's beautiful, tough, totally dependable and never gives less than 45mpg.
What are you likely to buy next?
Audi A4 or newer Passat.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
February 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
Bought through eBay. Travelled 400 miles and saved a couple of grand.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Been driving an Audi 80 1.9TDI previously.
What was the dealer like?
Wealthy but thick.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Predictable handling, phenomenal grip in all weather conditions (courtesy of Goodyear Eagle F1 225/45/R17 tyres) and never feels slow. 5-Speed's gears are too close considering the amount of torque produced.
What's it like to park?
Difficult, especially reversing thanks to tall boot. Whole car feels a lot bigger and very slab-sided when parking. Turning circle seems quite wide.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No.
What's most practical about your car?
100% reliability, fast, economical and comfortable.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
MP3 CD changer (added that myself)
