 I purchased this car only a few months ago, but I'm very happy with the decision to buy.  I read other reviews about people who had many promblems with their cars, but have to say to those people that all cars will have problems, don't always trust the big dealerships when it comes to repair work, remember they are in it make money.  This car is so fun to drive and handles very well, gets great gas mileage, I got over 38 mpg on vaction this year, over 520 miles on a tank of gas:).  The sound system is awesome with the CD changer.  I had the water pump and timing belt replaced - this is normal for any car with 60,000 miles.  My advice, purchase a well maintained Passat and have fun.