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2003 Vw Volkswagen Jetta Gls 1.8t Tiptronic Automatic on 2040-cars

US $3,500.00
Year:2003 Mileage:135000
Location:

Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, United States

Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, United States
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Upgraded to a newer car, so the old daily driver is for sale.

Car is a 2003 Jetta GLS 1.8T with Sport Package
-135,000 miles
-Platinum Gray
-5 Speed Automatic with Tiptronic
-Heated Seats
-Black Cloth Interior
-Sunroof/Moonroof
-Monsoon Stereo
-Owners Manual as well as all 3 keys in hand
-Monster Mats (rubber) as well as cloth mats included

I have installed a couple of cosmetic items which include:
-Smoked GLI tail lamps
-Smoked front side markers and turn signals
-GTI 3 spoke steering wheel
-Steering column mounted boost gauge (see pictures)

Timing belt was done at 113,000 miles. At that time, water pump, cam seals, crank seal, valve cover gasket, and cam adjuster seals were all replaced. The engine does not leak a drop of oil.

Car will come with stock 17 inch wheels with summer tires on them, as well as a set of 15 inch snow tires on separate wheels, obviously. The snows are currently on the car, have very few miles on them, and are virtually brand new. (See pictures) Summer tires are Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric (225/45/17) with about 60-70% tread remaining. Snows are General Altimax Arctic (195/65/15).

Car has GIAC software which was done locally by AWE tuning. Software has only been in the car for a few months. Receipt is in the car, as well as the hand held program switcher. You can switch it back to the stock tune if you want to for some reason.

Car will come with a fresh PA state inspection, good til 12/2014

Some other items worth noting:
-Burns a minimal amount of oil. Been using Mobil 1 0w/40 and Mann filters and car only uses about 1/2 quart between 5000 oil changes. High oil consumption is common with neglected 1.8T's, but this is not one of them.
-All transmission solenoids were replaced about a year ago. This is a common 5 speed automatic 09A issue. Can cause delayed engagement of drive and or reverse, as well as a number of no or harsh shift issues while you are driving. All solenoids were replaced (I think there are 9 total) and the fluid was changed at the same time using factory VW fluid. Transmission works great, with no issues.
-I replaced the driver's seat bottom foam and upholstery (which includes the seat heater element) a few years ago. That means the upholstery on the driver's seat is in excellent condition with no rips, tears or other damage, which is also common with these cars. Seat heater also works great.

The only issues with the car are a minor leak from the passenger side axle seal, and some cosmetic damage to the car. The worst of the damage is a minor scrape on the right rear wheel arch area, and some deeper scratches on the rear bumper. Take a look at the pictures, nothing major here.

Car has been well cared for and hopefully will find a great new home. Again, only reason for selling is that I purchased a newer Jetta Sportwagen because I needed the additional room for hauling stuff. Not trying to hide anything. If you have any questions, just ask.

If you want to make arrangements to come and take a look at the car, please don't wait until the last minute before doing to. I will do what I can to help. I am also willing to help with pickup of the car if you need it, as in picking you up as long as it is a reasonable distance. I will not deliver the car to your doorstep. Ask me and we can figure something out.

Buyer is responsible for fees associated with transfer of the car into your name, which includes anything like title and registration fees.

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