1997 Volkswagen Passat Sedan Tdi Diesel Runs, 5 Speed, Drivetrain Won't Move. on 2040-cars
Kimmell, Indiana, United States
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:1.9L 1896CC 116Cu. In. l4 DIESEL Turbocharged
Fuel Type:Diesel
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Passat
Trim: TDI Sedan 4-Door
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, CD Player
Safety Features: Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Drive Type: FWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 403,000
Sub Model: TDI
Exterior Color: Green
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Tan
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 4
1997 Passat Sedan TDI Diesel 1.9L engine, 5 speed Manual Transmission, Green Body color, Light Tan interior. I drove for several years. I had to brake hard for deer in 5th gear. When I came to stop sign and went to take off. Drivetrain didn't pull or make a sound. Axles don't turn. I think something is wrong in Transmission. It has over 403,000 miles on it. It always got great mileage 50mpg. I have two other Passats and two Jettas with 4 of us driving in household. This was the best mileage of all Passats. All 4 doors open and close. Sony 10x CD in trunk with cassette at Sony radio. Driver's door lock has been replaced has separate key. Sunroof works. Rear cup holder still good. I picked up a 3rd Jetta so I won't be fixing this one. I am also listing a good transmission with engine see other listings. I am selling as is no reserve.
Replaced recently:
Clutch 2008 384,953 miles
Exhaust flex elbow 2008 387,254 miles
Brakes 2009 396,156 miles
Front Tires 2010 399,000 miles
Known issues:
Engine light was always on ECU code but didn't seem to be any problem.
A/C compressor will not get cold.
Shifter boot at stick is decomposing
center console cover hinge broken...still works as good cover
No headliner....better than sagging headliner
Needs new battery
No history on Timing belt
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