Used 2001 Volkswagen Passat for Sale

The body style of the car is gorgeous. It's sleek and sporty looking. The gas mileage (30+mpg) is hard to beat, as well. The car rides well, also. The power sunroof that mine came equipped with is very nice as well. With premium heated leather seats, just sitting in the car is a joy. The dash is all digital and lights up beautifully at night. It tells you how many miles per gallon you can get with the gas in your tank, how many miles you have left to go with your remaining gas, and if you're experiencing any electrical or engine problems. On the downside, the car is very expensive to work on. If something goes wrong, it's hard to diagnose the problem. Often times little things create big problems (fuse, etc.) Just to replace the thermostat on the car (which is usually a quick, simple job on most other cars,) is an hours long task. The key to the car is outrageously expensive too if you need to have it replaced. It's a coded key, and you are only given one upon purchase. If you lose your key or if it becomes damaged, the VW dealer charges $500 for a replacement key. When the car is running, it's a dream. But, if one little thing goes wrong, which seems to be often, it's a nightmare.

Well, they suckered me in with their ads that appeal to young people and college students. The VW Passat is packed with features but it is also packed with problems. Everything broke on this car - the air bag sensor, all 4 window regulars ($600 repair each time), the rear view mirror fell off, the radiator broke at only 80k miles. I really regret this purchase and I was very happy to replace the car.