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Brian Sullivan, Ireland

Volkswagen Transporter 1.9 tdi 2003

1 star review

Absolute pile of s**t. I’ve had Volkswagens all my life, always the 1.9 diesel Golfs and Transporters but no more after this. I bought my 2003 model Transporter 1.9 tdi when it was only 4 years old with 65,000 on the clock. It’s cost me a fortune and left me stranded in central France for a week when the inevitable flywheel,slave cylinder went taking with it the engine sump,clutch and drive shaft costing me €1800 with only 85000 on the clock.Its also had constant minor problems such as the headlight switch, back door lock,side door handle etc., going. This van has never even done heavy work; tow bar never used. Previous owner musician carrying only band equipment. I’ve only been using it as a camper.

Submitted: 24/02/2010 13:46:59

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Lee Cann, Devon

Volkswagen Transporter 2.5 diesel turbo 2003

3 star review

I went through 3 clutches in the first 6 months. From new I’ve had wires snap in door loom - a common problem. This is not as good a van as I would have thought!!

Submitted: 10/08/2009 08:56:05

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Dougie Mcphee, Dumbartonshire

Volkswagen Transporter T5 2003

5 star review

A great all round vehicle that does what it claims to. Great for converting to camper or mobile caravan.

Submitted: 30/06/2009 09:34:34

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Dave Dunstan, England

Volkswagen Transporter TS85PS 2003

1 star review

If everything in life was as reliable as a VW..... we would be well and truly up the creak with out a paddle. My van has had new gear box, clutch and fly wheel replace at 95K under warranty. Clutch failed again at 190K - main dealer replaced it but missed the fly wheel which need replacing a week later, and two weeks later the gear box has completely collapsed and needs replacing. Always have had squeal on tight cornering, high pressure hoses replaced frequently plus problems with back door. I would never ever have one of these vans again. As for prices of main dealers!! For example - new clutch, main dealer £900, specialist in Leeds £500 Hmmm no-brainer really.

Submitted: 19/01/2009 09:11:22

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Garry Whithers, London

Volkswagen Transporter 2.5 TDI T30 lwb 130 2003

5 star review

I’ve had this van from almost new and I would recommend it to anyone. Solid as a house and very comfortable to drive thanks to fully adjustable drivers seat and steering column. This is a van that will just run and run and not let you down.

Submitted: 26/11/2007 10:18:12

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