Volkswagen Passat Estate (2005 - 2011) 1.9 SE TDI 5d (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I prefer solidity, functionality and value for money over style and a lack of substance.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Good quality.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - it is good value for money, gives good fuel economy seats 5 adults with excellent comfort, has a huge (well used) load capacity and feels solid and dependable.
What are you likely to buy next?
A Jaguar XF if I can afford one! Or maybe an SUV.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,000
When did you buy the car?
May 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Reasonable for the spec that the car had, though it was a relatively high mileage (90K).
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Previous experience of the earlier model.
What was the dealer like?
He was ok although I was a little nervous about the fact that he dealt from home.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Stable, secure and has enough speed to satisfy me.
What's it like to park?
Given its size it is reasonable to park.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing major apart from: (1). A window winder motor breaking c. £250. (2). Engine electronics problem that required costly repair (c. £600). (3) A/c no longer works at 100%.
What's most practical about your car?
Solid, reliable workhouse, excellent load capacity, returns 50mpg + which includes 10% town driving and 55mpg + when touring. Exudes a feeling of safety.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated front seats.
