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“V.w Passat Sport P.d T.d.i 130”

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Michael6949 recommends this car
09/07/2008

goes like stik!!!..even fully loaded with a trailer..(camping) it pulles like a train!!!   and still returns 55 mpg!!!
build quality is typical vee dub...exelent.
it handles very well for a estate(wagon for you u.s peeps!)  and being a sport has loads of goodies an creature comforts iside...
e.g  six speed box
in dash c.d changer
auto anti dazzle mirror
rain sensors
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air cond glove box
and lots more!!!

Pros — cmfprt econonmy  speed
Cons — storage zones  
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“Passat”

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Julie1112 recommends this car
07/29/2008
Reviewing: 2004 Used Volkswagen Passat GLS TDi

Parts expensive.Clutch cost £800 inc fly wheel  55 miles to the gallon. Slides a bit due to rar wheel drive. nice interior The exterior is Ok but paint takes a bit  to shine could be because it is black. It  is a work horse I have it because i travel 100 miles to work and back a day-

Pros — Good MPG
Cons — Cost of Parts
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“Good Gas Mileage Vaginawagen”

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Abbas33 recommends this car
05/30/2008
Reviewing: 2004 Used Volkswagen Passat GLS

pretty decent car, execellent interior build quality,gets around 20-24 mpg if you know how to control turbocharger while driving

Pros — gas mileage, interior finish, reliability
Cons — serious turbo lag (not as bad if you get kn intake), weak stock sound system
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“It Was Free It Drive Pretty Good Performance Wise!!!”

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Joe2002 recommends this car
04/01/2008

Not really SPORTY enough for me = its a Automatic/manual transmission!!!

Pros — I got it for FREE!!!
Cons — Its an Automatic/Manual transmission EWWWW!!!
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“This Car Is Really Great!”

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Katherine199 recommends this car
03/30/2008

The car drives incredibly smooth, even at really high speeds. The acceleration could be better, but it's not bad, with 0-60 at 7.6 sec. It looks very nice, inside and out. The interior is great, and comfy as well. I really love to drive this car.

Pros — Smooth ride, V6 engine, looks good, very solid and safe.
Cons — With gas prices going up, it would be nice if it got a little better gas mileage, but it's not bad.
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“Very Comfortable For Road Trips. Good Mpg”

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Shaun692 recommends this car
03/28/2008
Reviewing: 2004 Used Volkswagen Passat GLS TDi

great mpg, 40+ avg city and hwy, brakes could be a bit stronger, acceleration is good... very peppy at low ends w/ turbo help, eng loud outside of car but hardly noticeable inside, good stereo system

Pros — good mpg, comfortable, road trip car
Cons — brakes
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“Just Bought A 2004 Glx Wagon”

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shifty05743 recommends this car
03/06/2008
Reviewing: 2004 Used Volkswagen Passat GLX

I like it but too soon to offer a educated opinion

Pros — quality
Cons — premium gas
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“Overpriced, Overcomplicated”

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Ryan3171 recommends this car
02/24/2008
Reviewing: 2004 Used Volkswagen Passat GLS TDi

The car has "bells and whistles" that no one uses and add to the price and complications of this year. Buyer beware, you will have to study the owners manual just to figure out how to change your clock when daylight savings time kicks in, along with other basic features. There are numerous annoyances and oddities. The car lunges forward when you turn it off. The transmission lurches forward when you slow down or stop at random times. The radio settings change at random. There is no way to get the windows to open just an inch or so, the automated opener switch is not sensitive enough. The key locks in the slot for no apparent reason. The car alarm will go off randomly for no reason.
The car drives well and is comfortable for long trips. The "little things" will make you crazy

Pros — Ride comfort
+ Quietness
+ Automatic-transmission response
+ Seat comfort
+ Handling and stability
Cons — Engine noise with four-cylinder
- Seat-adjustment controls
- Price of Passat W8
- Diesel-engine performance
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“Very Powerful And A Pleasure To Drive”

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Tyler748 recommends this car
01/16/2008
Reviewing: 2004 Used Volkswagen Passat GLS TDi

The TDi, although has around 140 horses, is very preppy and is underestimated in acceleration. Great handling and outstanding braking. Plenty of room for passengers. Seats are mildly uncomfortable on long rides, but not terribly unbearable. Wonderful trunk space and great overall exterior and interior design. Outstanding mileage for the size and power of the vehicle. The manumatic is handy and fun to play with on long stretches. Caution: The germans tend to accent the new car smell in the volkswagen. Bring gas mask.

Pros — Powerful, good interior and exterior, good technology
Cons — seat maneuverability is difficult
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“Well Built German Engineering And Awesome Acceleration”

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George364 recommends this car
01/06/2008
Reviewing: 2004 Used Volkswagen Passat GLX

great interior space and quality - 4Motion is excellent in winter driving - can easily accelerate so easy to pass other cars - good styling with side mirrors signal lights. great sound system

Pros — quality, style, 4wheeldrive, space, engine, ride
Cons — premium gas,
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