Anonymous
Post 08/15/2020 17:27     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Every Passat repair is at least $1000 and after a few years some major thing seems to break. That said, they're fun to drive. What are your priorities for this car?
Anonymous
Post 08/09/2020 08:52     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
We just turned in a very low milage 2006 Passat that got great gas mileage and was a great car.; we just wanted something newer. I know someone still driving a 2002 Passat with just your basic maintenance issues of parts wearing after 20+ years.
Anonymous
Post 08/09/2020 08:52     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:toyota. buy a corolla.

Agreed, my Corollas were good to me in my 20s and early 30s. Cheap to maintain, fill up, and repair


Agree with the Toyota recommendation.
Anonymous
Post 08/09/2020 08:47     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Junk. Get a Honda.


This is a bit dated - Honda and Acura reliability is not what it once was, though repair costs will be less than for a European car.


True re reliability but still far better than getting a vw

-np
Anonymous
Post 08/09/2020 08:26     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Anonymous wrote:toyota. buy a corolla.

Agreed, my Corollas were good to me in my 20s and early 30s. Cheap to maintain, fill up, and repair
Anonymous
Post 08/06/2020 23:50     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
toyota. buy a corolla.
Anonymous
Post 08/06/2020 23:44     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Check reliability and particularly repair costs. German cars aren’t cheap to keep up.


Also does this Passat require premium gas? That adds up. Our Passat was a real gas guzzler, too.


Depends, if it has a turbo engine, likely yes, in non-turbo then regular gas is likely.
Anonymous
Post 08/04/2020 15:35     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Anonymous wrote:Junk. Get a Honda.


This is a bit dated - Honda and Acura reliability is not what it once was, though repair costs will be less than for a European car.
Anonymous
Post 08/04/2020 13:13     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
I recently traded my 2016 passat in for a tiguan. I LOVED my passat - I got a great deal on it brand new, and didn't have any issues with it. It got great gas mileage - i'd say on par with other sedans. Some highway trips I was getting closer to 40mpg, but usually upper 30s. I used regular gas. I can't comment much on repair costs because I didn't need any repairs while I owned it. the previous poster that said make sure there is a VW garage nearby - i'd agree with that. It is good to have someone that specializes in VWs in case she does happen to need any repairs.
Anonymous
Post 08/03/2020 18:39     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Junk. Get a Honda.
Anonymous
Post 08/03/2020 18:38     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
VWs in general are a great buy since they depreciate so quickly. If her college town has a VW garage (I don't mean dealership) she'll be good. It's inevitable that a car will need repair...it just helps if you can easily access a non-dealership shop.

Anonymous
Post 08/03/2020 18:36     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Anonymous wrote:Check reliability and particularly repair costs. German cars aren’t cheap to keep up.


Also does this Passat require premium gas? That adds up. Our Passat was a real gas guzzler, too.
Anonymous
Post 08/03/2020 17:35     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Check reliability and particularly repair costs. German cars aren’t cheap to keep up.
Anonymous
Post 08/03/2020 17:31     Subject: Re:Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
DH got a 2016 Passat that year, he's got 115k on it now and has been so pleased with it.
Anonymous
Post 08/03/2020 15:56     Subject: Used VW Passat for 20 yr old DD?
Our DD in college needs a car and is looking at a 2016. Any thoughts or advice?