Newbie looking for a VW Diesel Car... Which ones problem fre

[Mark(The Miser)UK]

They didn't make the Mk2 diesels with the fancy options.
Never something like the '91 Jetta GLI,... with the recaros and BBS rims.
 We kind of got ripped off.
 ...but for the price of a newer car you could  build your dream Jetta.
 For something fancy and easy to work on.
I vote MK2, GLI,... with a 1.6 TD.

Holy cow, I like your  technique of getting a point over :lol:

[Ziptar]

On my way there :-D sort of,

Combining an 89 Carat with a 91 Eco-Diesel, left me with a 1.6TD Jetta with power windows, sunroof, rear disc brakes, central locks, ski bag (instead of a cup holder, BUT I DON'T SKI!) Aktiv audio, power heated mirrors and what else.... oh Fuba Antenna  

I put GLI front brakes on it when I had the suspension done.

General cost so far...
1989 Carat Free!
1991 Eco-Diesel $500.00
Cost two swap (fluids, hoses, belts, etc) ~$360.00
Suspension, Brakes, New tires ~$2800.00, (~$1000.00 was Labor)

I still have lots to do like, swapping in some MkIII Leather heated seats but, even now, it's the best car I have EVER owned.

You should consider going MkII, easy to add your own options.