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Is my Jetta a lemon?

19 messages,  Last post on Aug 06, 2008 at 3:44 PM

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#16 of 19 Repair or Scrap by jpettine Jul 27, 2008 (9:33 am)
I have a 2002 VW Jetta 1.8T with 95K miles, which is no longer running, and I have to decide if it makes sense to repair it or just walk away. Three weeks ago I replaced the catalytic converter for a $1000. Last week the car quit running while I was driving home from work and I had it towed to a garage. I was told that the timing belt broke and damaged the engine. Now I'm looking at an engine replacement with a new turbo and that will cost $6000. The engine guy says I'll get another 100K miles from a new remanufactured motor, but I'm worried about other things going bad at this point. Appreciate any advice based on similar experiences that I can use to make a decision to repair this car or just buy another. Thanks! Replies to this message: scottinky (Aug 02, 2008 2:59 am)
#17 of 19 2003 Jetta Grinding AC/Braking Issues by gnw74 Jul 30, 2008 (11:52 am)
I need some help sorting out what may be causing some grinding. I have a 2003 Jetta that has never had any major problems. It has 46,600 miles and has been well cared for. Recently, at the end of a 1200 mile road trip, while running the AC I felt and heard a very loud grinding when I tried to slow down. I thought it was the brakes, but they've checked out fine. The problem is clearly linked to the AC because it only happens when I'm running it, but the other problem is that I can't duplicate the sound/feeling on command. Could it be a belt issue? Any other ideas? Many thanks!
#18 of 19 Re: Repair or Scrap [jpettine] by scottinky Aug 02, 2008 (2:59 am)
Replying to: jpettine (Jul 27, 2008 9:33 am) if your car is paid for, take $1000 of that 6k, and go get yourself a new, cheap ride. lease a new VW for under $200, warranty and all. walk away bro.
#19 of 19 97 Jetta GT by jckleo65 Aug 06, 2008 (3:44 pm)
Auto transmission problems. What would cause it to jerk into gear when first starting out?

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