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July 18, 2008, 09:38:22 am

likwit90

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buying 1986 Jetta Diesel....Are they good cars???
« on: July 18, 2008, 09:38:22 am »
Im thinking of buying an 86 Jetta Diesel from a mechanic friend. Its in good condition with 300k. Engine recently overhauled, cold a/c. I don't know a lot about diesel engines and want to know if there reliable cars. What kind of milage should I expect? Thanks

Reply #1July 18, 2008, 12:50:10 pm

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« Reply #1 on: July 18, 2008, 12:50:10 pm »
ditto - I hate them vehemently
Contact me for hard to find for idi and tdi parts


Reply #2July 18, 2008, 03:18:30 pm

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« Reply #2 on: July 18, 2008, 03:18:30 pm »
depending on where your at I would be nice enough to take it from your friend and save you the trouble your in for. Just let me know how much you need  :D

Reply #3July 18, 2008, 03:34:56 pm

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« Reply #3 on: July 18, 2008, 03:34:56 pm »
Probably the best built VW diesel to date. 85-92 was the "bulletproof" years.

300k m or km?
Tyler