2004 Volkswagen Jetta

Turbo Diesel

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3VWSR69M44M123663

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Diesel

I bought this 2004 Jetta GLS TDI 5-speed car brand new in August of 2004. I put on all 320,000+ miles. It has been maintained, with all records of repair and maintenance available . I get about 50 mpg in the summer and about 44 mpg in the winter. Electric windows and door locks (all work). Has leather, heated seats. The Good: It is in very good overall condition. The only rust is a bit of surface rust as shown in the pictures, under the rear license plate. Has newer brakes and tires. Installed a new VW carpet a few years ago, and it is still very nice. All options, including moon roof, are in working order. The engine splash shield was destroyed by hittine ice chunks, etc., so I took it off. I have the full 3-piece aftermarket set which will go with the car (still in boxes). The Bad: It started to run with less power, especially in gears 1 and 2. I took it to a mechanic, who said it is in the top of the engine; without taking it apart, he feels it is a valve or possibly needs a new camshaft. A new VW camshaft with bearings is about $1500 for the parts. The turbo also has a slight leak, so probably should be replaced. Not sure of cost for that. It is missing a plastic cosmetic piece at bottom front where jacking spot is. Also missing one hubcap. There are a few hail dings on very end of trunk (had it in garage, but stuck out a few inches--see pic). Has a tiny star crack in windshield from a stone, but not too noticeable. The rest of the story: The car is driveable, even at freeway speeds. I don't think I'd take it cross country as it is, but I drove it on the freeway today at 70mph with no problem; power loss seems at low speeds, or when asking for more power. Everything else works as it should. For someone who knows these cars, it is a pretty good deal.