VW Passat Estate 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Worth more than a Ford/Vauxhall, but cost a little more to buy.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Nightmare - bought a VW as a solid reliable motor. Been very unlucky - new dash (£900 VW, £400 breakers!), rebuilt auto gearbox (£900) etc etc!

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bit dull, but what do you expect?

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Engine not too bad, but auto box saps the lot!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Not what I would have expected, despite being serviced well (non-VW).

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dull, but one better that similar-age Mondeo, Vectra or Jap.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad and interior looks almost new despite toddler.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Nothing fitted, but not that attractive to steal.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Didn't use as too expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No engine problems.

    Other

    ABS sensor, dash and e/window linkages.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes