What should I do about my 2006 VW Jetta?
Known issue on TDI owner club – cam shaft and lifters fail (not hardened correctly)… BRM Engine code 1.9L Costs to repair was $2000. Prevention: have timing belt replacement, at same time ask for mechanic to assess the valve lifters (followers)… for scarring, pitting and worse yet total failure!
Where can I buy a used VW Jetta?
Instead: I own two VW TDI Jetta’s from new a 2006 and a 2010… Both have issues… Im anal retentive on the maint and always go to dealer until warranty is over then I do it myself but always buy all my parts etc from the dealer…
Is the Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 a good car?
I bought a used neglected 2006 jetta 2.5, and the car turned out to be a great buy. The car had 68,000 thousands miles on it, and it had a few dents big and large scratches; so I was able to get it at a huge discount that was way below blue book value, because no one else wanted her.
Is the VW Jetta part of the recall?
The value of all VW diesels has taken a serious hit due to the emission scandal even though this model is not part of the recall. While VW headquarters was happy to listen to my concerns, they are unwilling to help with anything, and the dealer was not willing to offer any special incentives on a new VW for a person in this situation.
What’s the average mileage on a 2006 Jetta?
The Jetta’s in the area that I have found are a few 2006 model years, a couple of 2004 models, and one 2003 about two hours away. The mileage on them all varies between 175k and 250k but I was just curious if buying a used Jetta with around 200k miles is too much or if I should be okay.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Jetta have?
The car had 68,000 thousands miles on it, and it had a few dents big and large scratches; so I was able to get it at a huge discount that was way below blue book value, because no one else wanted her. I found out the car was losing oil, and it had a nasty rear main seal leak.
Is the VW Jetta a good looking car?
The jetta drives nice and has decent performance, so it should have some nice looks to boot. It seems that the competition is aware of this, yet VW seems completely aloof. Come on VW, make make the jetta look at little meaner and cooler. After all, sex sells right? I own two VW TDI Jetta’s from new a 2006 and a 2010… Both have issues…