Quote: Originally posted by audicab26 on 14/11/2012
Quote: Originally posted by macquatic on 13/11/2012
VW Passat Estate TDI SE 130bhp.
Solid powerful workhorse and last for years if looked after.
Kerbweight -1395kg
85% - 1186kg
Max towing weight - 1500kg
Agree with the above. I am currently selling my Passat TDi Estate:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221151972577?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
Weighed around 1520kg when I stuck it on a weigh bridge. I think due to the high spec? Tows our 5 berth van (1325MPTLM) with ease.
Nice example there mate! Ive had one of these passat estates for the last 6 years and its been the best car ive ever had. The maximum braked tow weight on them is 1600KG. My van is 1350KG MAM and i still get over 30mpg. Mine had 120'000 mile on it when i got it and it covered that in the first 3 years of its life!! It was a gamble when i bought it but one which has paid off big time! As long as you have a full service history with these, dont worry about mileage- within reason. The only thing mine has had is a radiator, just after i got, 200 quid pattern afair from ebay  , a 12 quid temp sensor and a battery! Apart from the usual consumables like tyres, CV boots and brake pads, thats more or less it and its now covered 165'000 miles! Its still on the origonal factory clutch AND exhaust system for christ sake!
Mondeo's are a great car but i think you'l struggle to match the build qaulity and longetivity of the B5 passat, its a shame the same cannot be said of the later version! I would have another one of these tomorow if i could find one with reasonable milage, fantastic car in every way.
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Topic: what 10yr old car best for towing
