2003 Jetta GLS TDI, 5 speed manual, ~228k miles (Approximate because it’s a daily driver). Grey cloth interior, pretty clean, never smoked in.
I’m the second owner and I've owned this car since 2004. I bought it in Connecticut with ~18-20k miles as a lease return. I’ve done all the maintenance, with very few exceptions (e.g. the alternator went at 165k and I was nowhere near home, so I had to pay to have it done to get back on the road).
The Good
The cancer. The car has been driven to and from work and to and from ski areas in upstate NY for 10+ years. The salt has done a number on this girl. The front fenders are pretty bad. A friend helped try to sand/patch/repaint them, but the cancer came back within a year. The fenders are the worst part of the car. If I was going to keep it, I’d probably replace them.
Bumps, dings, nicks, road rash, etc? Yep, of course. It’s 11 years old and it’s been driven. It’s not a garage queen
Above and beyond
Pics: https://plus.google.com/photos/1170...s/6044775681779821281?authkey=CNfqif7x2Zqo6QE
Asking 4k OBO – Come by, take it for a ride.
I’m the second owner and I've owned this car since 2004. I bought it in Connecticut with ~18-20k miles as a lease return. I’ve done all the maintenance, with very few exceptions (e.g. the alternator went at 165k and I was nowhere near home, so I had to pay to have it done to get back on the road).
The Good
[8]OIL: I've always run Amsoil 5w40 European synthetic, changed every 10k.- It’s never been in an accident
- The engine is strong, the interior is clean and everything works (e.g. lights, cruise control, moon roof, windows, etc)
- All maintenance is kept up. Oil change, fuel filter, cabin filter done about 1,000 miles ago
- The MPG is still pretty good. I’ve heard the mileage fades over time, but I still get about 40mpg.
- No engine lights
- Brand new freaking tires at 225k! My summer tires were shot, bought Kuhmo Ectsa PA31s.
- New Clutch at 214k (original clutch replacement). I put in a LUK clutch. I think I found the link on tdiclub in a forum; it was an Amazon deal.
- New front struts. A spring broke in the front so I bought quick struts to save time and get her back on the road
- New rear brakes (always pads and rotors).
- Replaced all vacuum hoses and N75 valve 6 months ago because there was a vacuum leak.
- New ABS sensor on driver side rear.
- New serpentine belt
- Timing belt was done at 186k w/100k kit (new water pump w/ metal impeller, new rollers, tensioner, thermostat, etc). I’m pretty sure it was a diesel geek kit.
- New radiator. After 10-11 years they leak where the plastic meets the bottom corner of the radiator.
The cancer. The car has been driven to and from work and to and from ski areas in upstate NY for 10+ years. The salt has done a number on this girl. The front fenders are pretty bad. A friend helped try to sand/patch/repaint them, but the cancer came back within a year. The fenders are the worst part of the car. If I was going to keep it, I’d probably replace them.
Bumps, dings, nicks, road rash, etc? Yep, of course. It’s 11 years old and it’s been driven. It’s not a garage queen
Above and beyond
- Monster Mats
- 17" GLI wheels with no center caps (that's how I bought them years ago). See picture.
- A set of snow tires with steel wheels. Wheels are a bit rusty, but that’s what happens with age. I think they have 2 seasons on them, you’ll get at least one more. Tires are blizzak ws70s and I’ll throw them in
- I have all the metalnerd tools purchased probably 8 years ago (http://www.dieselgeek.com/ALH_TDI_Timing_Belt_Tool_Kit_p/mn-alh.htm).
- The Bentley manuals. If it goes for asking price, I’ll throw them in, otherwise we’ll have to talk about it
- Upgraded injectors and nozzles. I had an injector go at 206k and I found it was reasonably cheap enough to buy PowerPlus 520s from KermaTDI and I’ve always wanted them.
- I probably still have a Thule rack for it out in the shed. If you want the feet and crossbars, I’ll throw them in.
- Upsolute Chip – I can’t find the records but it was done at Upsolute on a drive to N.H. 3-4 years ago. I’ve Never had a problem and it makes it fun to drive
Pics: https://plus.google.com/photos/1170...s/6044775681779821281?authkey=CNfqif7x2Zqo6QE
Asking 4k OBO – Come by, take it for a ride.
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