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For sale is a 2005 Volkswagen Passat TDI Wagon. It has a clean Autocheck and is being sold with no reserve.

The 2.0L four cylinder turbo charged diesel engine purrs along without a miss, smoke or fluid loss. The automatic transmission needs work. It has forward and reverse but is in limp mode in forward which means the top speed is about 40MPH. It should be trailered, shipped or towed on a tow dolly. The brakes and steering are good. It may have a clicking axle. No exhaust leaks.

The exterior is a glossy silver with no major dents or dings. No body rust. The most noticable blemish is a scratch on the left rear door (see pic). No windshield cracks. The lights and lenses are bright with no cracks. The tires, on factory alloy wheels, have about 40% tread (see pic).

The interior is black carpet and Volkswagen leatherette seats. No wear areas, holes, rips, etc. in either the carpet or seats. The front seats are heated. There is a factory Monsoon sound system with CD. All the power options such as sunroof, side mirrors, cruise control, windows, etc. work as designed. The heat is hot and the AC is cold.

Once repaired, this Passat TDI should run for a long time. There are no mechanical issues with anything except the transmission. We have seen these wagons sell for $5000 to $6000 on eBay. Fix and save.

This pre-owned Passat is being sold by a Maryland Used Car Dealer. We require, on ALL internet sales, a $200 internet auction fee which covers document, clerical, airport transportation, IT support, internet provider and all other internet auction expenses. This fee covers our fixed expenses and allows us to sell with no reserve. We offer, with proof of insurance, a 60 day temporary tag for $50.

This is a NO RESERVE auction which means that the high bidder, at auction end, must purchase the vehicle. Only bid if you intend to buy and you understand the payment procedure. Please don't insult our intelligence, and yours, with some lame excuse why you can't buy when you win. ALL non-paying bidders will be reported to Ebay. IF THE DEPOSIT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 24 HOURS AS REQUIRED THROUGH PAYPAL WE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RELIST AND REPORT AN UNPAID BIDDER. We try to describe all vehicles accurately. For questions call 410 251-7326. Thanks.

SINCE THIS VEHICLE DOES NOT HAVE A CURRENT MARYLAND INSPECTION, MARYLAND MVA REGULATIONS STATE THAT IT CAN ONLY BE PURCHASED BY A NON-MARYLAND RESIDENT. Deposits are non-refunded.

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Volkswagen says that a fix is on the way for its 11 million vehicles around the globe that are equipped with diesel engine software that can evade emissions tests. The problem might be far more complicated than simply creating a single solution for all of them, though. According to Automotive News citing Reuters, two remedies to cover different NOx-reducing systems could be necessary, and both potentially affect performance. Earlier examples of the EA 189 diesel engine used a lean NOx trap to reduce the harmful material coming from the tailpipe. According to experts in the Automotive News report, a software update might allow the engines to achieve compliance, but that could affect fuel economy. VW already tried this route once before the scandal came to light, but tests by the California Air Resources Board still showed the figures were too high. Later, some of the 2.0 TDI engines began using Selective Catalytic Reduction that reduced NOx by injecting a urea solution into the exhaust stream. According to Automotive News, a software update for this equipment might increase the amount of the substance used. Not only would that mean topping up the fluid more often, but there still could be some reduction in fuel economy. But, since the 2-liter, 4-cylinder TDI engine that sits inside the diesel vehicles first mentioned as being affected by the issue in the US don't have a urea treatment system, VW would need to install them into these cars. VW still hasn't officially outlined its solution (or solutions) to the emissions issue but is expected to soon. The automaker's long-term evasion of regulations with these diesel engines pumped vast quantities of additional NOx into the air. The substance is known to be linked with smog and acid rain. The US Department of Justice is already beginning an investigation into the company, and politicians are pushing for harsh punishments.

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