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 Vw Passat 1.8tsi, Looking for feedback

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takr
post Mar 18 2015, 02:40 PM

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Joined: Dec 2006
Model : 1.8Tsi passat
Mileage : 59k km
Bought: 2012

Issues so far :
1) Battery changed 2x - solved (1st time free, 2nd out of pocket)
2) Speed sensor changed 2x - solved (free)
3) Temperature sensor 1x - solved (free)
4) Mechatronic 1x - solved (free)
5) Dashboard + B pillar rattle (DIY free)
6) Have to topup engine oil around 8-9k (DIY ~60 per 1litre - but weird since i dont rempit and interval should be 15k)

EDIT: Just remembered, the stock Contiseal expensive (1.2k per tire) but doesnt seem to handle punctures that well.. I ended up have to change it anyways

Remark : Recommended? Yes, when no issue really nice cruiser, steady as a rock. Huge interior.
Equipment a bit stingy - depending on model, might not get bluetooth, fully auto seat, folding side mirror
A bit of uncle car lor

This post has been edited by takr: Mar 18 2015, 02:43 PM
takr
post Mar 24 2015, 05:42 PM

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QUOTE(kaneshi @ Mar 24 2015, 01:24 PM)
Mind to share how you resolved the rattling issue? I have the similar rattling issue on dashboard near the steering wheel and the backseat roof.
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I just jammed a touch n go card @ the gap between the steering wheel and the dashboard..

 

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