Volkswagen Passat Saloon 1.8 20V S 4d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Slightly more expensive than similar cars but repairs cost a small fortune.
Costs
Too expensive to repair.
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On the road
Driving
Good driving position with lots of adjustment to suit all sizes.
Performance
Engine needs lots of encouragement, slow off the mark but ok later.
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Living with it
Reliability
Nothing but trouble, glad to be rid of it.
Image
Never really considered image.
Comfort
No problems.
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Security and Service
Security
About the same as other cars of the same year.
Service
Good service from dealer but costly, cam belt change, £350.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Rocker cover needed replacing.
Other
Brakes always going wrong, mirrors stop working, demister stopped one day, cost £600 to fix! Internal lighting.
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