Is the 2004 Volkswagen Passat a good car?
We bought our 2004 Passat 1.8L 4 Motion new and tend to put lots of miles on our cars. This car has been basically trouble free and is a pleasure to drive. We have found that the German cars we’ve had (Audis and VWs) seem to handle the mileage without much problem.
Where to buy parts for a 2004 VW Passat?
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When did the new Volkswagen Passat come out?
Redesigned and dubbed the New Passat, Volkswagen’s midsize sedan and wagon went on sale as 2001.5 models. For 2003, Volkswagen’s 170-horsepower, turbocharged 1.8-liter engine became standard in the GL trim level. An Electronic Stability Program became optional in GL, GLS 1.8T (turbo) and GLX models.
What kind of car is Passat 1.8L 4 motion?
We bought our 2004 Passat 1.8L 4 Motion new and tend to put lots of miles on our cars. This car has been basically trouble free and is a pleasure to drive. We have found that the German cars we’ve had (Audis and VWs) seem to handle the mileage without much problem. Other cars we’ve had have had issues. We love this car!
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What makes a VW Passat a classic car?
Large and wide trunk space. Design is elegant, unlike new SUV’s. Classic vehicle. This car is high maintanence if every I saw one. All the parts are expensive and its engineered so the average guy cannot work on it. It must be taken to a vw dealer because most local garages will not touch this car.
Can you change transmission fluid in a VW Passat?
It must be taken to a vw dealer because most local garages will not touch this car. It cost me $350 just to change transmission fluid because there is no drain plug or even a fill hole on top of trans. Do not buy this car unless you are ready to spend lots of money.
Is the VW Passat a good value for money?
Great performing & handling sporty car. Reason we bought this car new was great handling and safe German car that is basically a VW body and pricing on an Audi chassis and engine. Great value and high performance with excellent sporty turning especially using Tip Tronic transmission with front wheel drive. i own two of these,nice and comfortable.
What kind of mpg does a Volkswagen Passat get?
Silver 2004 Volkswagen Passat GLX FWD 5-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic 2.8L V6 SMPI DOHC Passat GLX, 4D Station Wagon, 2.8L V6 SMPI DOHC, 5-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic, FWD, Silver, Gray Leather.19/27 City/Highway MPG
What makes the Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 motion wagon so good?
I love my Passat GLX 4 Motion Wagon because I can drive 500-600 miles in a day without tiring. The ride is so smooth and it so quiet, even in noisy traffic. I have driven this car in 110 degree temperature and minus 40 degrees and felt completely comfortable because the temperature control is so great.
When did the third generation Passat come out?
The third generation Passat was introduced in March 1988 in Europe, 1990 in North America, and 1995 in South America. The lack of a grille made the car’s front end styling reminiscent of older, rear-engined Volkswagens, such as the 411, and also doubled as a modern styling trend.
What’s the ground clearance on a Volkswagen Passat?
The Passat Alltrack has raised ground clearance from 135 to 165 mm which improves approach angle from 13.5 to 16 degrees, departure angle from 11.9 to 13.6 degrees and ramp angle from 9.5 to 12.8 degrees when compared to the standard Passat wagon.
When did the Volkswagen Passat Syncro End production?
The North American version, still known as the Quantum, gained European-style composite headlamps. On 31 March 1988, production ended (although Syncro models continued in production until June) with 3,345,248 built in Germany. World production totaled approximately 4.5 million units.
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What’s the price of a used Volkswagen Passat?
TrueCar has 30 used Volkswagen Passat s for sale nationwide, including a Komfort Wagon Auto and a Komfort Wagon Auto. Prices for Volkswagen Passat s currently range from $2,900 to $9,899, with vehicle mileage ranging from 74,937 to 235,542.
What kind of mileage does a TDI Passat get?
Now to the TDI Passat. mileage is amazing. build quality great. expect to replace the front control arms at around 100k as well as timing belt. some cars killed cam shafts due to poor oil quality/lack of oil changes. mine has 180k and all is good, 5k mile+ oil change intervals.