 I bought my Jetta in 2000, the day I 
drove it off the lot I knew something 
was up.  I've had several problems; 
muffler fell off twice, Mileage sucks, 
the back seats are two small to fit 
anyone, transmission went at 33,00,  
fan belt went at 55,000.  The exterior 
(plastic rubber pieces on the side) 
flew off into the road as I was 
driving. It's been a nightmare.  I 
drove through a puddle and the 
sparkplugs got wet and it took days to 
get it started. Now the car just 
overheats.   I was very religious in 
taking proper care of this car so it 
would last me a long time.  Please do 
yourself a favor and don't buy one. It 
will do a number to your wallet.   