Overview & Reviews
Volkswagen offers two generations of the Jetta for sale in 1999. The third-generation Jetta has been around since 1993, and it is a carryover for 1999. VW deletes the GT, K2 and GLS models from the lineup, leaving only the GL, GLX, TDI and Wolfsburg models. Later in the model year, the company introduces a completely redesigned Jetta with a smooth new European body, improved versions of the base inline four and the VR6 and a simplified lineup of GL, GLS and GLX models. If you can hold out for a 2000 model, VW will offer a 150-hp 1.8-liter turbo for the GLS.
- Fun to drive, comfortable ride, available VR6, solid construction, rich interior materials, lots of standard features, generous 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
- Some controls hard to decipher, CD player should be standard, expensive compared with other compact sedans.
User Reviews:
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Volkswagon Sucks!! - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By Michelesb - March 20 - 10:00 amWe have had so many problems with this car! We have had electrical problems with the radio and windows, the car does not shift well (it has an automatic transmission), we have to replace the rotars every year. We only drive the car 18 miles a day and consistently have to pay between $300 - $700 every year to get the car past inspection. The interior of the car is supposed to be stain resistant but get stained with a small amount of WATER. Our interior is a mess mostly from water stains. We thought that Volkswagons were very reliable, quality cars... we wil NEVER purchase another VW!
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This car is a... - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By poor choice - March 16 - 9:50 amThe electrical system on my 1999 Volkswagen Jetta is a nightmare. Push the button down and the window goes up. The flashers went out 4 times in 5 years. I also really enjoyed the weird green oily junk that comes out of the doors in warm weather. In cold weather, ice builds up behind the doors to the point it caused a dent when I opened the door. Leaves, pine needles etc. have no problem finding their way into the trunk and door trim. Dont even think about trying to replace the bulb in the tail light, that requires a trip to the dealership.
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Fun to Drive Car - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By adamt - March 8 - 2:00 amWhen I first test drove this car, I was eager to own one. After purchasing the Jetta GLS 99 model, I am still enjoying driving. Cool accelaration on the highways and safe changing lanes on high speeds.
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Not really happy - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By sallyim - December 1 - 10:00 amA number of things have gone wrong with this car and now I am looking at a bill of 1500.00 and of course, only the dealership can fix it. I use to love VWs ....NO MORE.
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Avoid VW Jettas - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By laurenjc - December 1 - 10:00 amI have had repeated problems with the engine...COSTLY repeated problems. The ENTIRE computer system of the car failed and had to be replaced...the mass air flow system replaced...oxygen sensors replaced twice. Interior problems as well; cheap quality plastics used in glove compartment hinges (snapped/broken), other broken interior items as well.
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Poor Poor Jetta - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By Jeff - October 31 - 9:30 pmWe have spent over $4,000 on various sensors on this car in the past 8 months. It runs rough and doesnt start 30% of the time. The drivers side heated seat never worked after 3 attempts we quit asking. The drivers window dropped. The sunroof doesnt work at times. The check engine lite is on all the time. We will NEVER purchase another VW again.
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Great Car - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By happyjetta - October 13 - 11:30 amMinor mechanical breakdowns but they were completely covered under the warranty. Warranty even supplied a rental car when it was being fixed.
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CAN ANYBODY FIX THIS CAR? - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By Dieseled out - September 29 - 10:00 amThis car was supposed to be my answer to commuting. I cannot keep it on the road. Check engine light has come on at 50,000 miles and at 90,000 miles it is still on. Volkswagen mechanics throw up their hands. What do I do? I have spent $2400 for the mechanics to silence this light. What is the 100,000 mile warrenty for? They still say glow plug relay. I began to bottle and sell the ooze that leaks from the doors. If Volkswagen could fix this problem, I would have a decent car. Power windows are a big joke. Fix them in a timely manner for Gods sake. You could not run fast enough to give me another one of these cars.
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Needs a little TLC now and then - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By vordy - July 12 - 10:00 amWe bought our Jetta used with 62k on it. The car is beautiful inside and out, but it does have a few flaws. Like the other reviews on this site, the front window did get stuck in the down position. The problem is not electrical, but the cheap plastic clips that attach the glass to the regulator broke, it cost $150 for a new regulator. The sunroof shade has broken off of the track and is stuck in the headliner preventing the sunroof from sliding open. The trunk light also has a mind of its own. I have never dealt with the dealer since I fix everything myself. On that note, the build quality is excellent. Wish the car was stick, the VR6 is a nice engine.
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Never again!! - 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
By Gallinator - July 6 - 10:00 amToo much wrong offsets everything that is good about this car. I am on my ***14th*** window regulator! I live in Phoenix and the OOZE on the door sills is present 6+ months out of the year. The front end undercarriage is damaged (low clearance, a common Jetta problem). I finally bought a DieHard battery after the first two supplied by VW died in the first year. Performance, once excellent, now sucks wind - 0-60 in about 14 seconds. Fuel economy has dropped below 35mpg city 40mpg hwy. VW customer service is a joke - they are rude and do not care. I am glad I do not own this vehicle!! Built in Mexico - and it shows!
