Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Love my weekender its fun to drive - 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By JB - September 18 - 6:04 am

  Wish they would bring it back to the states. Great for weekend getaways and a portable office while parking along the California coast on highway 1 near Big Sur. I bought a 2016 Mercedes Benz Metris cargo for the heavy work but, its not as nice. Ill never get rid of the European Weekender.

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  4 faults at 3000 miles! - 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By Mikesan - July 10 - 10:00 am

  I wish I could love it. At 3000 miles I have the following problems with my 03 MV: Fuzzy sounding speakers, Heater/AC blower does not work, driver side window washer doesnt work, peeling plastic on the driver side door handle. I actually prefer my 2000 GMC Safari for comfort, but its near the end of the warranty cycle, so its for sale. Keeping the VW because of the still-fresh warranty.

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  Best Vehicle Yet - 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By pathlesstravel - June 30 - 8:13 pm

  Ive owned many types of cars and minivans but our 2001 Eurovan weekender is by far the most flexible and fun even though its now 13 years old. With 3 small kids and time off, my wife and I meandered 1,600 miles across California off the beaten path and had way too much fun. Its a home while on the road and the club seating means the kids face each other for hours of travel without fatigue. Anywhere we park the kids have a hangout. Mechanically its quiet and powerful. We change the oil and trans fluid more frequently than specified by VW. It has 131,000 miles and still drives solid. Visibility is good and interior size feels generous. We are not a bells and whistles family.

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  Thank goodness for warranties - 2001 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By MacDaddy - May 23 - 1:06 pm

  I have had nothing but trouble with this van. I had the transmission replaced, air compressor, front steering totally replaced, wiper motors, engine computer sensors, and bad tires because of poor steering alignment. I am in the process of kissing this hunk of junk good bye. I will not buy another VW product. In fact I warn others against it.

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  After 5 years - 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By Jeff 66 - May 17 - 7:30 am

  This is a follow up review of a positng I did in 2002. EV now has 38K on it and I have not had a problem. Suspension is still great. Had engine replaced at 17K as my father hit a drainage grate that was sticking up on the a new section of the I-5 freeway and took out the oil pan, which damaged the motor - thanks WSDOT ! I dont drive this much as I am overseas for 4 1/2 months/year, but every time I return it starts up just fine. Only needs routine maintenance. The resale value is very high in my area as well.

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  Camper Van Nightmare! - 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By JoeySass - May 15 - 8:46 pm

  I have the Winnebago Camper version. Original owner and its a horrible lemon. Im on the third set of tires (recommended tires are no longer manufactured!). A/C ($1500) went out at 3 yrs., 58,000 miles. Brakes replaced 2x so far. And now I have to replace my timing chain ($2000). All this on a 5 year old, 75,000 mile vehicle. Oh yeah, the transmission is starting to slip a little, thats next! Dont buy this lemon!

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  Ultimate soccer -mom van - 2000 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By frnr66 - May 10 - 9:53 pm

  I have owned two Eurovans and two Vanagons and the VR6 is the best driving car of them all. It has an awesome engine, though more thirsty than the 5-cylinder version and much more powerful. It is a very comfortable highway cruiser especially for hauling the family and dog to the cottage every weekend. It is the most popular car at rainy day soccer games, with kids inside at the table and under the huge rear hatch. The rear seating is such that kids interact more and play cards at the table instead of Game Boys. Maintenance has been reasonable and been limited to the expected parts that wear-out. Since being off warranty, weve used experienced VW mechanics, but not the dealership.

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  Mechanics nightmare - 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By NoMoreVWs - April 24 - 2:03 pm

  Bought a Eurovan used with 60,000 miles. In great condition when purchased. Car computer died at 80k, the dealer told my wife the car had "a head ache" and it would cost $2500. I refused and insisted it must be under warranty and under my persistence was then covered by my warranty. Hmm. The car drive like a giant box. The interior is average, the seat are uncomfortable for long trips. The cup holders and plastic part break. A sliding window took 5 trips to the dealer, 18 hrs, and $600. The transmission is going out at 120k, and the brakes are expensive and require special tools. One door handle is broken, the window is stuck, the dealer says $500 to fix. AC died. Hard to find a mechanic

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  A Break from the Cookie Cutter Transport - 2002 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By Angelou - February 24 - 10:00 am

  With just over 5000 miles and a trip from LA to Lake Tahoe logged this past December, I cant say enough great things about my family Eurovan. Its got plenty of power, handles very well and has plenty of room. It performed exceptionally well in the snow and dry raod conditions.

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  Bus - 2000 Volkswagen Eurovan
  By jlhcgh - January 12 - 10:00 am

  The "bus" has been an excellent, reliable car for almost two years. It has better visibility than SUVs, is fast and most importantly, has a huge interior. It is a perfect vacation road car for a family of five. We have had only two problems, a leaking oil cooler and water pump, both repaired under warrantee in less than a day, each. The bus is unique, not many on the road, and drives very well.