Faults:

Nothing yet. I have had to fix a few minor things, such as door handle and front wheel bearing. Very minor.

General Comments:

It is a fun to drive convertible. A manual transmission is fun, but can be annoying in stop and go traffic.

Anyways, I bought it as a weekend car, as putting the top down and driving the car is so much fun. The convertible top is manual, so fewer things can wrong.

It is a noisy ride, but if you were concerned about that, do not get a convertible. Wind blowing in your face and connecting with Nature is priceless.

Faults:

Had to replace all the belts

Had to replace the valve lifters

Had to replace the exhaust manifold

Had to replace window switch

And the correct grade oil (20/20) is impossible to find.

General Comments:

Well this car is an interesting one. I thought VW was a brand of simplicity and reliability. I was wrong. I have put more money into this vehicle then my Jaguar. I don't know what's scarier that I have this combination of vehicles in my garage or that that this one requires more upkeep. The car performs well for having such a small engine, but the interior and exterior is the most dull combination possible early 90's and German. I don't dislike this vehicle I just can't say that there is any great thing that makes it stand out, and maintenence has been an issue. I guess it is partially my fault for not doing enough research on the car before I bought it, so with that in mind I guess if you can find one cheap enough to make up for it's running costs I would go ahead and get it.