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Nick writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 Review
ProsGood gas mileage with enough power to still have fun Consexpensive parts
65
It's Easily Capable Of Hitting The 600+ Marker — I love this car, hands down. real nice smooth acceleration, shifts beautifully. Nice top end of 130mph. really easy to work on for the most part. some awkward bolt choices sometimes but plenty of room to work. haven't had too much maintenance problems although window motors are definitely a problem. other then your basics (oil change, brakes, belts, etc.) I haven't really had to fix anything other then the windows and thermostat housing and a fuse in my AC system. Hella fun to drive, definitely a very underestimated beast. nothing better then smoking some fool while getting 28 mpgs. not to mention it's just sexy, straight out. Primary Use: Commuting to work
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Alexander writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 Review
ProsFeel the power of the VR6 and if you keep it nice and clean, it will be a good looking car. ConsKnown for electrical problem, its a Dub.
55
Will Never Trade Cars Or Leave Dubs. — VR6 is all i got to say, got to go low and slow but mean and fast when Civics mess with you, looks good simple and clean done right with the right rims and exterior work. My car is in very good condition for being 12 years old paint is in good condition, if you just keep up with the car it will love you back. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Amelia writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLS Review
ProsFun to drive, good gas milage, easy replaceable parts (lights, wipers, etc.) Looks good in general Constoo costly for constant repairs
65
Volkswagans Not For Me. . . — Bought the car right out of college with 108K on it. I loved the manual transmission, gas mileage, handling, and virtually everything about the car. The trouble came with all the repairs it required: clutch, radiator, muffler, defrost button (weird, I know), 2 window regulators, stereo (stupid lock code!), windshield wiper blade motor, and the idler pulley. The timing belt was starting to go when I got rid of it. So much fun to drive, but not worth the headache of repairs. | ||
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Josh writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 Review
ProsEverything that has to do with driving it, looks great too. ConsSlightly larger maintenance cost.
55
Great Sporty Fun Car To Drive — A little more expensive than most cars to maintain, but well worth it when you drive it! Only problems I've had are wear items, belt(chain), suspension, exhaust. Very fun and sporty car, would recommend one to anybody who loves to drive! Fast car, and still gets 32 mpg...MAX, going 55 on the highway, of course, but still. 24-25 mpg city driving, unless you get on the gas, which is very tempting in this car (in which case you would get about 22-23 mpg, still not horrible). The engine noise is phenomenal, magnaflow makes that even better ; ) Overall, LOVE the car! | ||
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Joe writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta GL Review
Prossolid,safe, its a VW Consn/a
35
40 Mpg Daily Driver With Over 400000 Kms And Reg Maintanece — One of the best car I have ever owned , I sold it with 287000 kms on it. Talked to the owners friend and it now has over 400000 kms. The car only needed regular maintenance and the heater core was replaced at 275000 kms. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Roman writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta K2 Review
ProsIt's a VDUB, there's nothing more to say. ConsWorking on the engine can get a little irritating in some places.
35
Jetta K2 — Very reliable car and has great gas mileage. I've since replaced the sway bay bushings, the suspension, brake calipers, rotors, coolant hoses, timing belt, and the window regulator for the passenger door. For a car that is almost 11 years old it's very reliable and everything works perfectly since the day I bought it. Has a good amount of torque from a small 2.0L engine and acceleration is descent for a an engine this small. The handling is alright but I wouldn't recommend it as a track car because of it's poor suspension geometry. Overall it's a very fun car to drive and would recommend this car to anyone looking for a cheap German engineered sedan. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Ali writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Review
Proseverything Conssmall drink holders
45
----- — Bought with 112k miles on it (now has 120k) and clearly has many more to go. Mint, clean, well taken care for, no rust, and no real problems that couldn't be an easy fix. If you take care of one of these Jettas, they'll take care of you for a looong time. I fill my take for under 20$ and get 33+ mpg. Has a little 2.0 L engine, but plenty of room to add on. Clutch needs replaced, but heck; it's the original. By far one of the funnest cars I've ever driven and I'm proud to own one. (: | ||
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Sébastien writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta GT Review
ProsGreat car, sturdy, amazing handling, good acceleration and decent brakes ConsCostly repairs
35
1998 Vw Jetta Gt 4d Auto — The '98 Jetta GT is a sturdy car good acceleration (it revs high), brakes might take some time to get used to as it's not as sensitive as the jap makes, great handling (it's a heavy car, so it won't get pushed around if there's a lot of wind while driving), comfort is better than the japanese makes. Downside is the maintenance and parts when it breaks down which are pretty expensive. I suggest this car to anyone who has knowledge in fixing cars or else it could cost you an arm and a leg. But apart for the repairs it's a great car, I personnally love it I've done lots of trips with it and the trunk is amazingly huge, I just wish it wouldn't be so costly on the repairs... | ||
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Mike writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta TDi Turbodiesel Review
Prosmileage, sturdy Consexpensive repairs, fuel cost
35
Average — Slow acceleration, brakes work wonders, handling is good if your suspension is in good shape (mine is not anymore). I just replaced the head gasket, It needs a new MAF and new struts. Looks like a nerd car, but it is. Diesel is crazy expensive but it gets 50miles/gallon, parts aren't cheap either. | ||
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Dan writes:
1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 Review
ProsFast,Powerful, Reliable Conshad a few electrical problems
35
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