Volkswagen Passat Saloon (2000 - 2005) 2.0 Sport 4d Auto (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Family man with a touch of class.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
The sport trim makes the car very attractive from outside and inside. They are impressed. Yes, even the ones who own Beemers.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. If I buy the same model it has to be the new shape. But I don't like the new passat's shape.
What are you likely to buy next?
Audi A6 (new 2006 shape), Mercedece E class diesel.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
November 2003
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very quiet and smooth even at hight speeds, giving a luxury car feeling. Superb handling. Absolute pleasure to drive.
What's it like to park?
No special problems apart from the car seems quite long when parked next to other cars, so the boot can stick out a bit more.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
One of the two bulbs in the rear number plate had to be replaced. Right hand side head light bulb had to be replaced. Simple things, but doing it yourself is not as easy as it sounds.
What's most practical about your car?
Spacious boot. Warms up quickly on cold days. Cools fast on warm days. Windows get demisted very fast so can drive away quickly.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Rain sensing wipers that adjust the speed according to the vehicle speed and the amount of rain. Auto dimming rear view mirror in the night (when on forward gears)
