VW Passat Estate 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very high spec (all the optional extras) for not a lot of money. General dismissed, with people opting for the latest version.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive tyres, insurance, parts can be found at scrap yards though from older cars at very low prices.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Feels a lot more stable than the 80's version. Grip is very good, genrally well behaved.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Starship speed for a oldish estate. Can give almost any car on the road a run for its money.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never misses a beat.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    High spec models can look quite respectable and modern.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very comfortable, loads of room, deepish bolsters on seats, heated electric leather seats and hight adjustable steering make for a very relaxing ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    No alarm etc as standard. Not been broken in to yet. Who wants to nick an old estate?

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes