1991 Volkswagen Passat GT 2.0 16v

Summary:

Outstanding all-rounder, pity about the reliability

Faults:

Wheel bearings shot when first purchased.

Sunroof mechanism broken.

Cooling problems with overheating even after cleaning out system (fan and thermostat working fine).

Transmission blew up $$$$$.

Aircon gave up failed.

Wouldn't idle properly.

Electric windows worked sometimes.

General Comments:

Extreeeeemly economical to run 7-9 litres/100km.

Outstanding performance for a 2.0L, would kick down when doing 160km/hr.

Very roomy with huge legroom in the back and massive boot. More room than a Falcon or a Commodore.

Pitty I brought a lemon!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 29th October, 2003

3rd Jul 2005, 14:29

I have a 1991 VW Passat GT Wolfsburg Edition.

This is the most amazing car I have ever had, almost 150000km and still going strong!

I live in Switzerland and, unfortunately, I must part with my beautiful car for reasons of moving countries.

Would anybody be interested? ivansteenfeldt@yahoo.co.uk.