1999 Volkswagen Golf

Hatchback

1.9L TDI

Manual

WVWGF31J0XW698008

Clear

Diesel

A reliable car that needs some work. Please see the photos for the condition of the interior and any other issues not listed below. Water pump seal is leaking coolant during cold weather (ca. 10oz over the last year.). Water pump replacement is a standard part of a timing belt change, which I would recommend addressing this issue. The rear driver's side corner bumper and valance bumper are torn and were bolted back together by the original owner.The car has probably been pimped/chipped, as the engine is smokier than usual. I have never felt any adverse effects, although some are offended by the smell. It reminds me of tasty barbecue.The radio works, but all of its buttons have fallen off.The interior sunroof cover is not connected with the sunroof due to a bent clip and some missing plastic sashes. Retracting the sunroof causes terrible crunching sounds, but the sunroof can be "tilted" open without any issues.The headliner is falling off and has been stapled in place. There is a malfunction indicator light caused by an aftermarket glow plug relay. The glowplug system works well and the car will start in single digit temperatures.The car alarm works but is on the fritz. The fob sometimes needs to be pressed a second time in order to unlock the car before it will start. There is only one key plus valet key The spare tire has a few hundred miles on it.Other issues: Glovebox hinge is broken; opening front driver's side door does not trigger dome light, light on climate controls does not work, foam in air vents is missing;small pieces of foam occasionally blow out of them.