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#9 of 527 kn505 by abm1 Jul 19, 1999 (9:16 pm)
I looked at both these cars before buying a 323i. Both are nice cars. The A4 is sportier, but the back seat was just too small for me. Between the A4 and the Passat, I would pick the Passat for the greater room, and longer power train warranty. If the backseat didn't matter to me, then I probably would get the A4. But by the same token, I would probably also be looking at more dedicated sports cars in that case. Hope this helps Adam
#10 of 527 by rayment Jul 20, 1999 (1:58 pm)
My got my Passat 1.8T in March. Initially it ran perfectly but, after 2 months, it began to run sluggishly at low rpm. The acceleration from low rpm also was poor. Today, I went to the dealership - they say with a turbo, I have to run a higher octane fuel. Has anyone else heard this advise? Another recommendation, from a friend, is that I continue to use regular unleaded fuel, but also use an injector-cleaning additive. Steve
#11 of 527 Passat owner with troubles by newell1 Jul 21, 1999 (12:46 am)
I will first start with I love the Passat. I purchased the 1999 GLS in September of 1998 and have about 28k on the odometer. I have had some problems. Cracking sound in the front of the car when turning to the right. Dealer tried three times and still didn't fix the problem. At 23k miles the stereo, and alarm quit working. They replaced the radio. I haven't paid any money for the repairs yet. Just wasted time at the dealership. The reason I love the car is that I feel safe. Dallas, Texas traffic is awful. I drive on two of the top five worst intersections of the nation everyday. I drive in and out of traffic with easy. I shift down and go. The stereo in the Passat rocks. I stand 6'3" I feel good after a long drive. I want to purchase a AWD wagon. I will not buy until I drive the VW AWD wagon. The car looks, feels, and rides like a more expensive car. If you aren't sure what to get. I would buy buy buy a Passat.
#12 of 527 it's interesting... by squanto Jul 22, 1999 (2:43 am)
i find it interesting how many passat owners report several problems with their cars but still highly recommend the car. is this bizzaro world or do these cars have that much "charisma", that the seemingly irritating and excessive problems are overlooked? i'm not ripping just trying to tap into this concept. i've heard this from tons of passat owners. don't hear from other car owners who've had problems. i dig the styling on this car and i've driven the glx once. quite nice but what about the reliablity (please don't quote the long drivetrain warranty)...
#13 of 527 Elwood2 by elwood2 Jul 22, 1999 (3:15 am)
I have been considering ditching my '95 Trooper in favor of a Passat Wagon...but the Trooper has been essentially problem free and has lots of room for kids/dogs/equipment. What are the chances I could change to a '98 Passat Wagon with low miles and like it as much as the Trooper? Or should I look at the '99 model?
#14 of 527 bobnrox by bobnrox Jul 22, 1999 (2:59 pm)
I am considering buying the 99 gls v6 passat in the nebio blue. does anyone have this color? and if so is it as nice as it looks in the brochure? what color interior do you have? what did you pay for it? Will be living in Houston, do you think that leather seats will be too hot? any info is appreciated. thanks!
#15 of 527 bobnrox by bobnrox Jul 22, 1999 (3:02 pm)
I am considering buying the 99 gls v6 passat in the nebio blue. Does anyone have this color and if so is it as nice as it looks in the brochure? what color interior do you have? what did you pay for it? Will be living in Houston, do you think that leather seats will be too hot? any info is appreciated. thanks!
#16 of 527 jblaze by jblaze Jul 23, 1999 (2:55 pm)
1999 Passat GLS V6 5sp; Interior: Black Leather; Exterior: Silver; Miles:6500; Owned since 4/99 PROS: Solid structure Sound system Leather interior (excellent quality materials) Paint (no blemishes, good finish) Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel Ride Comfort Value for $$ Brakes (excellent stopping) Body Styling 5sp Transmission Multiple sunroof adjustments No mechanical problems CONS: Body Roll 15" Touring Tires (should be 16" min sport tires) Forward/backward front seat adjustments (1.5" per setting?; should be 1" max) Wind noise Low Torque/power at low RPM Took 3.5 months to order loaded V6 w/5sp Seat adjustment controls (hard to reach/turn knobs -- yecch!) Flimsy cup holders Rotating Dial(?) for sunroof Clock under Tach (should be in center of dash) Radio station buttons too small
#17 of 527 Dissatisfaction with Triptonic Transmission by stevex1 Jul 23, 1999 (4:41 pm)
I recently purchased a 1999 1.8 liter Passat with Triptonic transmission. When decelerating the car exhibits a "bucking" or as a VW mechanic describes it, "the engine shutters when downshifting." I am told VW considers this to be "normal" and no fix exists. I am interested in hearing from others with the same complaint and what their experience with VW has been.
#18 of 527 Cupholders by rblack Jul 23, 1999 (7:53 pm)
jblaze, If the front cupholders wern't bad enough (little to no botton clearance for proper cup seating), you should try to but your favorite beverage in the back cupholders and then attempt to take a sharp turn. Watch out new carpet but here comes the coffee stains! Why is it that the Germans are so adverse to good cupholders? My wife has a 98 Jetta (before the model change) and the cupholders are very sturdy, but for them to be effective, the cup you are using can be no taller than a couple of inches! Just a minor flaw on an otherwise fantastic car!

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