Dealer's Daily Driver 2005 Volkswagen Passat Turbo Diesel - I Love This Car on 2040-cars

2005 Volkswagen Passat GL TDI

600 Miles Per Tank • V8-Style Torque

Cold Weather Package • Monsoon Audio

Direct Injection Turo-Diesel • Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)

2005 Volkswagen Passat GL TDI sedan

VIN: WVWME63BX5E033553

Odometer: 79,617

Engine: 2.0 Liter In-Line 4-Cylinder Turbo-Diesel

Transmission: 5-Speed Tiptronic Automatic Transmission

Exterior: Silverstone Gray  (LD7W)

Interior: Anthracite Velour  (GT)

Built: August, 2004 - Emden, Germany

Over 136 high resolution pictures below.

Standard Equipment

2.0 Liter Direct Injection In-Line 4-Cylinder Turbo-Diesel Engine

134 horsepower @ 4,000/247 ft-lbs torque @ 1,900 - 3,500 RPM

Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive

Power Rack and Pinion Steering

4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes with ABS

Power Windows

Power Heated Outside Mirrors

Power Locks

Air Conditioning with Dust and Pollen Filter

Cruise Control

Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel

Driver and Front Passenger Airbags

Driver and Front Passenger Side Airbags

Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags

Multi-Function Trip Computer

Height Adjustable Bucket Seats with Lumbar Support

Split Folding Rear Seat

Intermittent Wipers

Daytime Running Lights

Folding Key with Remote Keyless Entry

Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors

Immobilizer III Theft Deterrent Alarm System

Anti-Slip Regulation  (traction control)

Electronic Differential Lock

Full Wheel Covers

Carpeted Front and Rear Floor Mats

16.4 Gallon Fuel Tank

Optional Equipment

Electronic Stabilization Program

5-Speed Tiptronic Automatic Transmission

Monsoon Audio System

Silverstone Gray Paint

Anthracite Velour Interior

Cold Weather Package:

Heated Front Seats and Washer Nozzles

Recent Items/Service

Window Tint

Brakes

Evac/Charge Air Conditioner

Thermostat/Coolant

Vacuum Pump

Fuel Pump

Fan Clutch/Blade

Drive Belts

Antenna

Synthetic Oil Change

Yokohama Avid Touring S Steel Belted Radials P195/65R15

2-owner, 2005 Volkswagen Passat GL TDI with just 79,617 well cared for miles.  Paint is outstanding, interior is beautiful, the car starts, runs like new and drives like new.  We acquired this turbo-diesel rocket nearly a year ago.  The plan was; (as it always is) fix whatever small issues we find (we did, see above list) give it a pro-level detail (that too, including undercarriage power wash) and sell the dang thing, probably on the first listing because TDIs are in such high demand.  Problem is; what makes Volkswagen diesels such a red hot commodity are the things we like too.  So much so in fact, we kept putting off selling our 59,000 mile dream-puff until "next week."  Now, 51 next-weeks later, the car has 79,617 miles.  Over 20,000 miles of love from all that drive it, including the boss, his wife, his two boys and your humble scribe . . .

People that know and love Volkswagen diesels would recognize my smile the first time I leaned into the throttle on this car.  Two liters and 134 horsepower looks down right pathetic on paper.  But, advertised 247 ft-lbs of torque is worth noting.  Consider this; a 1976 Corvette Stingray (5.7 liter V8) made 255 ft-lbs torque at 2,400 RPM.  Many V6 sedans on the road today have similar figures with a bigger engine and, of course, worse mileage. This Passat has similar torque at 1,600 RPM, all the way to 3,500 . . .

Is a TDIs surprising performance the reason these are so strong in the market?  For me, the powerful shove to the backside is merely a happy bonus, on top of fuel mileage normally associated with a gutless pig of a car.  For example; a 2005 Toyota Corolla has four less horsepower than this TDI and makes a paltry 125 ft-lb of torque.  The mileage "upside" for driving a car that can't get out of its own way . . . 28 mpg city and 37 highway.  The Passat is rated 34 highway but we regularly drove over 600 miles between fill ups.  Something over 40 mpg was our real world number on trips, of which we took plenty in this very comfortable cruiser . . .

Besides amazing condition and low miles, the other reason we bought this Passat is its great service history. (see above provenance)  Our contribution maintaining this tradition includes: new brakes, air conditioner evac/recharge, a new thermostat, vacuum pump, fuel pump, fan clutch and drive belts.  Also, somebody swiped the antenna so we sourced a new one from Findlay Volkswagen in Henderson.  It's tenure with us includes a few synthetic oil changes, we ponied up for tires in November and just before Christmas, Doug had all the windows tinted, including the windshield.  As far as service goes, it doesn't get any better than this . . .

Most people are impressed their first time behind the wheel of this generation Passat.  I think it feels like an E-class Mercedes and at 6'4", legroom is important to me; this Passat is among the few cars in the world I actually have to nudge the seat forward a bit.  No exaggeration; this car has more front seat legroom than a Lincoln Town Car.  I know, because I worked at a Lincoln dealership for years . . .

When talking/writing about our vehicles, it sometimes takes considerable effort finding enthusiasm for certain vehicles.  I can honestly say, this Passat is more fun to drive than a lot pricier and/or sportier vehicles you can think of and my affection toward this incredible Volkswagen is real.  I love its low end grunt, its luxurious amenities, its thundering Monsoon audio system and how un-diesel like it sounds and behaves.  What I like most however, is the performance of a larger, modern V6 (and even many older V8s) with the fuel mileage of a tiny, no power, no options, no fun "economy" car.  Direct injection technology has made them quieter and cleaner at the tailpipe and intercooled turbo-charging delivers serious performance from a relatively small engine.  This 2005 Volkswagen Passat GL TDI sedan comes with very low miles, documented service history and spectacular condition, inside and out.  All of us love this car and will miss it.  You will love it too . . .

                                                                                                               - Foy

Power windows, power heated mirrors, power locks, tilt, cruise, air conditioning and the sweetest sounding Monsoon audio system you have ever heard . . .

Firm bucket seats look almost like new and have lumbar support . . .

2.0 Liter Direct Injection Turbo-Diesel 4-Cylinder Engine

134 horsepower @ 4,000/247 ft-lb torque @ 1,900-3,500 RPM

Perfect undercarriage. (shown with engine cover removed)

Compliance labels with August, 2004 build date.

Original window sticker with $24,865 MSRP.

Original owner books.