 My 1999 Golf was a lemon from when I bought it.  Since that time the window has fallen out twice, I have spent more than $1,000 trying to get the air conditioner fixed, and $300 fixing the wind shield wiper system.  Other things that have broken include the review view mirror, the radio, the glove compartment, the stick shift, the rear seat lock and the electrical system.  It appears that most things are held together with plastic reflecting its Mexican assembly.  I would not recommend this car to anyone unless they are a mechanic and will never buy a Volkswagen again.  