We've all had situations where we couldn't avoid hitting something due to speed, safety comfort (risk taking), etc. About two weeks ago, driving on a Sunday afternoon (w/ sun at bad angle), guard rail on the right, semi-truck in passing lane, running 60-65...I first noticed the object about 1/4...

I've posted on this before, and I have stated that changing out the clutch master cylinder is definitely in the top 5 list of most undesirable jobs to do on the Passat. Well today, I've come to another conclusion and a new top 5 worst addition. Changing out the rear wheel bearing hub with a non...

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I recently had an issue with receiving STOP from dashboard regarding the vehicle overheating. The coolant was seeming to leak. The VW dealership diagnosed the issue as water pump, thermostat, and CTS. Upon moving the radiator to service mode, I found the following issues: - Significant oil...

Okay, so I know this board is dedicated to members' Passats, so moderators, if you want to relocate this thread please do so. I just thought it would fit because I think we all need a place to discuss the worst modifications you've seen done to VW Passats. You've seen them, and wondered what the...

I'm looking for recommendations on lower priced tires for my new (to me) 17" wheels. I run a lot of freeway miles for work, and I don't race the car, or drive like an idiot, so the grip and performance of the tire is really secondary to the mileage. Wet handling is a non-issue, since I live in...

My neighbor bought a 1998 MK 3 Jetta with a naturally aspirated 2.0 This is the cars second engine and the dealer told him it had only 80K on it. He was pulling the valve cover off today to replace the gasket and I happened to come over. I told him about the notorious timing belts and we...

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http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/109278/worst-made-cars-on-the-road?mod=family- An interesting read. There are definitely a couple on there that I didn't see coming.

Ok I have a 2006 VW passat with 56,000 miles on it, well my malfunction light came on, so I took it to autozone, and they said it was a #2 Cylinder Miss Fire, and that its wasnt that big of a deal. So I'm alway running back and fourth and not thinking about it, well 2 days later, my malfunction...

Wait till you see numero siete:lol: I think it is a member on here.:hmmm: http://jalopnik.com/5349487/there-i-fixed-it-20-the-ten-worst-mods/gallery?selectedImage=1