Originally Posted by
846
Thanks for the reassuring advice!
What does 'bulletproof' mean in VW speak? Cheap and reliable daily driver, or just that it won't leave you stranded somewhere?
Octavia 1.8tsi
185,000km / 9 years. 4 "breakdowns" that didn't quite leave me stranded (in the city) but would have out west.
Fuel pump @ 3 months (warranty)
N249 Valve @ 3 years and 1 week - warranty denied ($400)
Water Pump @ 6 years ($1200)
Water Pump @ 8.5 years ($400 DIY)
I don't think that's terrible
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