Volkswagen Passat 2000Change

Haven't owned it long, but Its been fine so far and I've had it in for a full synthetic oil change, and a full tank of supreme fuel.

This car absolutely the most reliable, efficient and fun car to drive in the city and on the highway.

For $500 the extra turbo boost torque makes this feel like another car. Fast off the line and passing cars. VW/Audi uses this engine/drive train (manual here) in their sports car so after 260KKm I find no additional wear and tear except upgrading some vacuum hoses. This is well versed on the web and I had a year to look for it before it was necessary.
The front wheel 4 link suspension is great for keeping all that low RPM torque spread out evenly across both front tires on sharp corners and drips. I increased the tire width one size to help use all the torque in 2nd gear. It goes past 80kms/hr pretty fast in 2nd before you even want to shift.
12 year anti perforation warranty on galvanized body panels with factory under coating help make the car look good after 13yrs. Bought it 2nd hand after 50KKM with leather interior and premium sound system. It was in great condition and continues to be. The turbo boost is rarely used in normal driving so the fuel mileage is good at 8L/100km as shown on the dash display. Although it does require premium fuel.
My wife is not aggressive with the accelerator so she doesn't really notice any difference in her car except half the passing time on 2 way highways. I drive an 98 Audi A4 with the same chassis so there is much on common for the home mechanic. Don't buy new and drive it for a long time. You drive a better car and save a fortune over your life.

I purchased this Passat 2 and a half years ago with 279000 km's on it. I thought it would be a car that I would have for about a year and then get rid of, but I was wrong. As a top of the line car for it's class, the Passat offered all the creature comforts I enjoy, with a penchant for performance. My Passat came with a 2.8L V6 with a 5 speed manual transmission, and I am not exageratting when I say this thing flies!
The car provides the driver with an excellent feel for the road with superb pick up for both achieving cruising speed and for passing. The autobahn was made for a car like this. Effortless excelleration paired with comfortable heated leather seats leads to an enjoyable trip.
For the Money, nothing compares.

this car is relly realible car, verry good fuel economy, nice in the inside, heated seat, nice from the outside,
verry comftable
only bad is that 1.8 turbo is little bit small
mean less power

This vehicle was purchased in 2004 with approximately 90,000 km on it. We have owned previous Volkswagen vehicles and this car is one of the reasons we will always purchase a Volkswagen. We have never had any issues or concerns, not even now with over 320,000 km. Good leather interior, engine in great condition, and great mileage. Keep them coming like this VW!