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#21 of 6294 Well, I was going to take a look at the Jetta, but... by mrdillon Sep 23, 1999 (7:00 pm)
Now I think I will not. I have a new 99 Mustang that has turned out to be a lemon. Nothing but Computer problems from a constant air/fuel mix ratio bungle to the keyless entry going dead. Sad for such an American icon of a car. Guess I'll look at the Honda Accord or Toyota Avalon. Thanks for the brief read of everyone elses' problems with the Jetta.
#22 of 6294 My Jetta experience by asf Sep 23, 1999 (9:45 pm)
I owned a 1985 Jetta GL (purchased new). I just retired it last year with 225,000 miles. The transmission failed (lost 5th gear and reverse was going). The only significant repair problems encountered during it's 13 years of service were: 1. Fuel pumps (both of them!)replaced at around 100k 2. "Black box" choke (fifth injector) controller at around 120k 3. Leaking windshield seal at around 180k Later in it's life it developed a hot start problem that was identical to what I encountered in my '77 Rabbit. The car started great when cold, but would have a problem when it was hot. There was a period of about 5 minutes after I would shut it off that it would start fine, or after about a half hour. But in between, it would start and immediately kill when put under load. If you could get the car to move, it would recover and operate normally. I learned to live with it and did not try to have it serviced for this problem. Fuel mileage was extremely predictable over the life of the vehicle, with 35 mpg in the peak of summer and 27 mpg in the dead of winter (in Minnesota). The car had the 1.8 liter gasoline engine. Overall, I was very happy with that Jetta. I am thinking about getting a new Jetta GLS. I have not been able to get much of a price here in the Minneapolis area. VW dealers are riding high right now and are not discounting very far from list price. I may have to wait a while until the frenzy dies down. Any comments on pricing and discounting?
#23 of 6294 1974 old for new by melech Sep 24, 1999 (1:02 am)
You were concerned about the Jetta coming from Mexico. So was I; but I bought a '99 GLX (passion overcame caution) and it's a wonderful car. Came with ZERO defects, and after 1 year and 12,000 miles, I've had absolutely no problems. Consumer reports indicates that reliability of VW's have improved substantially. If you're from DC, suggest you check Autohaus Tischer on Rt. 198 in Laurel. It was an excellent dealer, and always stood behind the cars, even when vw was having lots of reliability problems. My repair guy (also Korean)in DC gave me the same warning. Maybe its a cultural thing. Anyway,VW has changed. Don't be scared off by a reputation it no longer deserves. The cars are terrific to drive. Just too expensive.
#24 of 6294 NEW OWNER HAPPY by schrades Sep 24, 1999 (1:31 am)
I put 195K miles on my '88 Ford Festiva. Loved that little car. #3 cylinder finally fried and didn't want to spend the $$ to fix it. Anyway, my husband and I bought our 2000 Jetta GLS VR6, 5-speed manual with leather in early August and it is just HOT. Of course, it is uncomparable to my Ford. But the Jetta...whatta car! Lots of spunk, really smooth quite drive, comfortable even on long rides, great space in the trunk. And I can say that the workmanship is absolutely outstanding!!! I've read the comments about Mexico, and I didn't know this until a few weeks after I made the purchase. I had a conversation with my salesman who told me that they have a 3-strikes you're out policy. There's so many people waiting in line to fill the jobs that they are very particular about their job performance. And I totally believe it. What really impressed me was the air vents (the way they close flush) and how all the lines are in perfect matching order and just heads over any piece of American-made junk I've seen. Quite impressive. Previous comment regarding shaking and whining noises......never happened here. PROBLEMS: 1) The liner under the power sunroof: the clips installed in the factory were defective and broke. Had to have them replaced a few weeks after buying the car. Service said they've had this complaint numerous times and that an updated part that they installed should fix the problem. 2) Factory-installed sunroof air deflector (automatic mechanism) "sticks" and then lets go after going over a bump. Having that fixed in a couple weeks. Didn't start happening until after I had a air deflector put on. Other than that, our experience has been outstanding. For the price, this car has many, MANY features that undoubtedly would cost several thousand more dollars if placed inside a Honda or Audi. Great machine. Very happy. Replies to this message: niteflite (Dec 16, 2005 8:37 am) jeffyscott (Dec 16, 2005 12:41 pm)
#25 of 6294 too many "Great Car, but..." entries by qbit3 Sep 24, 1999 (11:59 pm)
I owned a 78 Rabbit and it was super reliable. Moved to '82 Quantum and it was troublesome. Three Toyota's later I've had NO problems - only std maint. I traded cars as family changed, not due to problems. Granted VWs handle & look better, but that's little consolation when you are stranded or spending many frustrating hours arguing with service depts. I WANT a 99 or 2K Passat, but after reading that post and the Jetta post, think I'll buy a Mazda!
#26 of 6294 94 Jetta GLS best car I've ever owned by dexterl Sep 26, 1999 (6:30 am)
Bought our 94 Jetta GLS new, now has 125,000 miles, gets 23-24 MPG (city) with automatic. Have had little trouble (compared to previous 79 Ford Fairmont Wgn 110K miles which always needed a starter, went through 5 and exhaust sys replaced 3 tail pipes, 4 mufflers and countless header/pipe donuts and '79 Ford E-150 van which needed engine rebuilt 89K due to head gasket leak allowing coolent into oil sys and LR axle/bearing replaced 75K. Both needed major overhauls way B4 100K) Back to the Jetta, repaired under warrentee: anti-squeak shims 14K, timing belt 55K, coolent connection into block (flange?) cracked 85K. As GLS had so much power windows, sun roof and central locking sys, we bought a GE extended warrentee through dealer which covered: central lock sys vacuum pump died 70K, driver side window regulator and cracked washer tank 87K, two little plastic guides thingees in sunroff at 90K, dash panel as back light holder died 98K. Out of MY pocket have replaced: battery $75 90K, plugs (Platnum+4s) $24 110k, transmission indicator lamp in dash $4 105K, driverside lock cylender to central lock sys connector $23 102K, timing and accs belts, strut tower bearings/alignment $675 112K (dealers wash crew broke radio ant off $0), radio just now died 120K (will get another from junk yard for under $50), central lock sys vac pump sounds like its on last legs so have another item to look for at the junk yard!    Will start looking for a new Jetta or Passet next year for wife/long trip car and keep the 94 for ME/around town car. NO car is perfect but this VW is _darned_ close! Glad I bought the GE extended warrentee to cover all the power features NOT covered by VW after 24K miles.
#27 of 6294 TDI EXPERIENCES by harris11 Sep 27, 1999 (1:45 am)
Wondering if anyone has, or knows someone with a 2k Jetta with the TDI. Am considering purchasing within the next month...
#28 of 6294 Adrenaline Rush!! by wwevans Sep 27, 1999 (4:52 am)
I just drove the Nissan 2000 SE and the 2000 VW Jetta GLX. Hands down to both cars. Both are extremely fast and have great engines. But my vote goes to the VW. It handles better, better matching of transmission w/engine, total German appeal and experience, and superior quality. I am now placing my 99 Accord EX for sale!
#29 of 6294 2K JETTA TDI by gilvey Sep 28, 1999 (1:17 am)
Just bought Jetta TDI GL I haven't had this much enjoyment in twenty years of driving. Great car, resposive and handles great! Looking forward to the next 200K miles.
#30 of 6294 Jetta vs. Passat by bailey19 Sep 28, 1999 (3:48 pm)
I have a '91 Jetta GL and have loved it. But it's very basic and at 100K I'm ready for a new one. I drove both the Jetta V6 and the Passat (4 & 6 cyl) and am in a quandary. I loved the Jetta--what handling and a little rocket to boot. But the interior seems to have lost room compared with my '91. We're contemplating a family, so that's a factor in my choice. The Passat is much roomier, and the tiptronic auto/manual quite fun, but a lot less pizazz. Any comments on one or the other?

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