Faults:

Nothing, this vehicle has been wonderfully reliable.

General Comments:

I bought this car from an auction for wrecked cars (insurance claims) and have done all repair work myself. The 2.0 is easy to work on and nearly indestructable.

When I purchased it the entire nose section was smashed in, slamming the radiator against the front of the engine, the only "engine" damage was a destroyed oil filter/ cooler.

All repairs have been innexpensive, the most expensive being the frame straightening at $900 (it was a harsh accident) followed by the radiator at $112.

All in all this has been a wonderful learning experience for a budding 13yr old mechanic.

Faults:

I have had absolutely no problems at all. Not even a burned out light bulb!

General Comments:

A well built and very comfortable car. Good performance from the 2.0 engine.

K2 special edition is very well equipped.

Tight and solid over bumps, and extremely stable at higher speeds.

This has been the most reliable car I have ever owned!

Faults:

Battery died within 30 days of purchased. Not covered under warranty.

Exhaust system started to loosen up, and eventually ended up with the down-pipe starting to fail. Not covered.

Tape cassette player decides to start playing tapes on it's own. Even without a cassette in the drive. Also lost rear channel speakers due to a wiring fault. Not even worth asking about.

Ignition switch failed to the point of randomly shutting off all electrical systems, including headlights. Not covered under warranty.

Side moldings falling off. Not even going to ask about warranty on that.

Numerous and repeating lamp failures.

Feels like the syncro from 1st to 2nd is slipping - sometimes it grinds going into 2nd, but only in that gear. Downshift from 3rd to 2nd is OK.

General Comments:

I love the car, and I hate it. It is extremely fun to drive, and handles very well. Good gas mileage.

I'm not entirely sure if I would buy another VW, which is a shame, as it is my first VW, and I do actually like it. However, the wallet gets lighter each time I go to the dealer and spend $500 minimum per trip. For an automobile maker who's reputation is "quality", the car is not living up to that expectation.

I'm only hoping that it survives the next three years of financing.

Faults:

Replaced front reflectors and directional cover.

Front directional acts up once in a while.

General Comments:

This is a reliable car, that handles wonderfully.

The car runs smooth, and I have had no problems with the general performance of the car.

Faults:

The brake lights go out at least once a month.

Headlights go out once a month, also.

Replaced entire exhaust system at 40,000 miles.

Check engine light comes on all the time and goes off on it's own.

White smoke coming from behind steering wheel.

Three sets of tires and brakes.

General Comments:

I love this car, but the problems I have had with it are ridiculous. Of course nothing is covered under warranty.

Faults:

Blinker light failed.

Inside leather trim on the passenger door bubbled and was replaced.

General Comments:

Really quick car, fun to drive. Wondering if the car will last a few more years without serious problems?