2001 Volkswagen Jetta

Wagon

2.8 L VR6

5 Speed Manual

WVWTG61J71W698317

Clear

Gasoline

I am retiring this car after the Rack & Pinion Assembly began to leak fluid and the discovery that the Subframe (Engine Cradle) is extensively rusted. Known problems: Rack and Pinion assembly will not hold fluid. Subframe extensively rusted (some holes exist). Coil Pack probably needs replacement (occasional miss on cylinder 3). Both sideview mirror assemblies should be replaced. Rear hatch has a hole from rust Driver side front quarter panel rusted near lower door hinge Passenger side front quarter panel rusted near lower door hinge Driver’s seat is torn. Air Dam is gone (along with other plastic under the nose). Passenger side rear wheel splash plate is useless/gone. Small chip (not a crack) in the windshield. Major Work Done: Timing Chain Guides replaced at 124,000 Miles Friction Plate replaced 124,000 Miles Throw Out Bearing replaced 124,000 Miles Transmission rebuilt at 139,000 Miles Work Done Recently: Front Wheel Bearings replaced (2015) Passenger Side Rear Wheel Bearing replaced (2015) Center and Rear Muffler replaced (2015) Sparkplugs replaced (2015) Ignition Harness replaced (2015) Auxiliary Electric Water Pump replaced (2014) Starter replaced (2014) Other Work Done: Radio replaced (2009) Parts that Go with the car: New set of rear wheel splash plates (both sides). Set of New Brake Pads for Front Wheels Set of New Brake Pads for Rear Wheels.History: I am the second owner of the car and have had it for more than 10 years. Delivery: Please plan to pick this vehicle up with a tow truck. The VW Forum says it would not be a good idea to drive it without the assistance provided by the power steering system.