now it's a Jetta

[chris at force5auto.com]

> -----Original Message-----
> From: quattro-admin at audifans.com [mailto:quattro-admin at audifans.com]On
> Behalf Of Kwattro at aol.com

> In a message dated 01-07-18 18:32:30 EDT, you write:
> << All I know is, it's a '97 with 33K miles.  To me, that's LOW mileage.
> Anyway,  any BTDT appreciated.  In particular, any weak points we should
> look for?  What engines are preferred/to be avoided?


> Christ, get the A2.  The A3's are not reliable, from what I've seen, and
> suffer from VERY poor quality.  My friend's 97 jetta had the
> sunroof, wipers, door trim, seats (both), shift linkage, wipers (again),
sunroof (again)
> headlights and HVAC controls break.  In the first year of
> ownership.  It was a new car.  I've heard and seen similar stories.
> Get the A2.
> Later!
> Carter

I wouldn't steer anyone away from a low mileage A3 car, but I will second
some of Carter's areas of concern. Do check the sunrooof assembly for smooth
operation in both directions and the wipers for functionality. Most are
manual windows, but if you're looking at a power car, check 'em out. They've
got an integrated ecu with each window motor, making it hard to jump 'em and
expensive to purchase new. Give the bodywork a good look over, they're very
popular cars to rebuild when stuffed, and the cars structure is very soft
which is great for occupant safety, but lousy for rebuilding.

hope this helps,
-Chris Semple
Concord NH
'83 Rabbit truck--shop truck
   '95 Golf, on loan