1999 Volkswagen GTI Consumer Reviews

1999 Volkswagen GTI

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1999 Volkswagen GTI

Kelley Blue Book Retail $2,250–$4,600  

Average Rating

3.2 out of 5
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Comfort:3.6 out of 5
Performance:3.8 out of 5
Exterior Styling:3.8 out of 5
Interior Design:4.0 out of 5
Value for the Money:3.0 out of 5
Reliability:3.6 out of 5

3 out of 5 people would recommended this car to a friend

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Excellent Durability and performance

by Mihai
from Southburry, CT | April 5, 2009

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Handling: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Features: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I have owned 2 of these exact cars in the past, one for me and one for my wife and they have always ran top notch. They have the most reliable engines in my opinion. The style was great, handling and reliability. We fell in love with these cars."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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Excellent Handling and power to spare

by VR6 dude
from jacksonville, Florida | November 30, 2008

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I have owned 2 MK-IV GTI's and I have to say that the VR6 is one of the best cars i have owned. The power is excellent for the weight of the car. Handles excellent and has been every bit reliable. Pleanty of legroom and headroom. Stock stereo is every bit as good as an aftermarket one. Add a chip and a few bolt ons and it is an excellent track car. Gas mileage is as good as can be expected. Road noise is minor at highway speeds. Rear seats are roomy for a hatchback and there is plenty of cargo space."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun


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Biggest disappointment... Fine German eng my foot

by Piotr
from Boston, MASS | July 17, 2007

Rating from

(1)
Comfort: 3 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Handling: 3 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Features: 2 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"It seems like everything that could ever break, it would, and over and over again. Two years of failed window regulators, three catalytic converters, oxygen sensors replaced twice. Alarm system and electric problems that could not be replaced by any dealer, and still not working. Engine light comes on and off every week - dealer does not charge to reset any more. Interior plastic parts break and come apart - vents, knobs, hinges... All in all, by far the most expensive, after purchase, car I have ever owned ... grant you that when it runs well the experience is satisfactory. Still when I see a VW commercial I look for something to throw at it...."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A


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by modified GTI
from Chicago | June 17, 2006

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Handling: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I drove this vehicle and it is great .The car is super fast.Mine has been superchared with turbo,has aem intake,bride brakes and custom bumpers ,taillights and much more."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A


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this wasn't what i thought it would be.

by Car Enthusiast
from Boston,Mass | May 30, 2006

Rating from

(1)
Comfort: 1 out of 5
Performance: 2 out of 5
Handling: 2 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 1 out of 5
Interior Design: 2 out of 5
Features: 2 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 2 out of 5

"I own a 1999 GTI and it is a reliable car but the 2.8 v6 dosent have alot of power. the car weighs almost 3000lbs and it isnt a good car for performance."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A


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