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I purchased a 2003 Jetta TDI GLS with 297K on it in February 2016 in Dallas area for $750.00 from the original owner who relocated from Wisconsin a couple of years ago. He is a current TDI Club member. The car has the usual amenities that were found in 2003 (sunroof, power windows, locks, heated seats, leather, etc) and everything works as it should. The following is a re-worded summary of the recent ad he placed on the club for sale site that led me to the car:
From ad (edited by me)
The timing belt is due at 300K. (Kit installed 2/16)
The car is still on original suspension and it feels like it.
Main seal is suspect. In the last 20K, an oil leak developed. When it comes time for oil changes, a little bit of oil is seen in the lower engine cover. We're talking "wipe away", not "pour out".
Other important history:
Car spent its life in the rust belt of Wisconsin. The front wheel wells are showing the classic paint bubbling which precedes rust-through.
At 225K, car got rear-ended in a 45MPH zone by a guy that slammed on his brakes but couldn't stop in time. This was dealer repaired. Repair cosmetically is perfect and it drives no different than before, so A+ to the repair guys.
Installed a non-stock intercooler, upgraded fuel injector nozzles, new clutch, and turbo (from written receipts, it appears to be the “150 HP” kit from Kerma). It's got the Kerma stage 2 treatment with corresponding ECU reflash. Installed a non-stock cat converter and exhaust.
It's up to date on all other maintenance (oil/other fluids/filters) and had the AC system replaced at 288K and a new VNT17 turbo installed at 261K.
Though owner’s maintenance records are unfortunately spotty for the early days of the car, there is a solid history for the last 150K with all receipts and work orders.
A Kenwood 1DIN receiver with USB, Bluetooth, and mounted cabin mic for hands-free cellular was installed recently. Also has the HD radio module installed.
Nice glass headlight lenses from VX-Tuning.
Comes with two sets of 15” wheels. Original wheels have winter sport tires on them. Nicer Verde Protocol wheels have the all-season tires.
Kerma Q-Loader included with a CD that contains the original and modified ECU files.
Currently. I have a 2014 Passat TDI with 23K miles on it that is caught up in the "Dieselgate" issues and will be kept until such time as resolution of the matter is complete. I am recently retired and have the time (and funds) to work on the 2003 Jetta as a hobby and bring it into great shape. This car may be my daily driver as my wife has a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe that is not going to leave anytime soon. Here are a few pictures of the 2003 Jetta:From ad (edited by me)
The timing belt is due at 300K. (Kit installed 2/16)
The car is still on original suspension and it feels like it.
Main seal is suspect. In the last 20K, an oil leak developed. When it comes time for oil changes, a little bit of oil is seen in the lower engine cover. We're talking "wipe away", not "pour out".
Other important history:
Car spent its life in the rust belt of Wisconsin. The front wheel wells are showing the classic paint bubbling which precedes rust-through.
At 225K, car got rear-ended in a 45MPH zone by a guy that slammed on his brakes but couldn't stop in time. This was dealer repaired. Repair cosmetically is perfect and it drives no different than before, so A+ to the repair guys.
Installed a non-stock intercooler, upgraded fuel injector nozzles, new clutch, and turbo (from written receipts, it appears to be the “150 HP” kit from Kerma). It's got the Kerma stage 2 treatment with corresponding ECU reflash. Installed a non-stock cat converter and exhaust.
It's up to date on all other maintenance (oil/other fluids/filters) and had the AC system replaced at 288K and a new VNT17 turbo installed at 261K.
Though owner’s maintenance records are unfortunately spotty for the early days of the car, there is a solid history for the last 150K with all receipts and work orders.
A Kenwood 1DIN receiver with USB, Bluetooth, and mounted cabin mic for hands-free cellular was installed recently. Also has the HD radio module installed.
Nice glass headlight lenses from VX-Tuning.
Comes with two sets of 15” wheels. Original wheels have winter sport tires on them. Nicer Verde Protocol wheels have the all-season tires.
Kerma Q-Loader included with a CD that contains the original and modified ECU files.
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