2000 TDI any issues on buying used?

[LoneRanger]

Looking to buy a used 2000 Jetta TDi for my wife, any problems with these cars?
reliability issues, quirks, etc.........?

what to look for, and is anyone in the Jacksonville area? I am aware of the timing belt changes~

let me know~

L.R.


also, I bought my current truck off of e-bay, but I am more familiar with my Ranger based vehicles than most ford mechanics so I was comfortable with buying it that way (I also saved 5K bucks!) how do you all feel about buying VW's off of e-bay~?

[Kor]

Re: 2000 TDI any issues on buying used?

I would be careful on e-bay. I have been ripped off on major purchases and so have people I know. I know one guy who got a brick in the mail instead of a digital camera.

Obviously you are going to be a little more careful when buying a car, but you should ask yourself why this person is using ebay rather than just selling it on the local market. Not everyone is trustworthy. According to some articles I have read, cars are the #1 item used in scams on ebay.

I think all TDIs in general are awesome and I am sure that the right 2000 Jetta TDI will treat you well.