So many of you know that I picked up a 2003 VW Jetta back in July with the 1.8t motor and 5 speed automatic. Needless to say, it has not been a pleasant experience. Since purchase I've replaced the following:
2 Coolant hoses
2 vacuum lines
02 Sensor
Radio (Old one shorted out)
And the following things still need to be done:
Transmission solenoids
MAF Sensor (possibly)
All interior door handles
Speakers (They decided to blow a week after buying the car)
Timing belt and all that ****
So, to make a long story short, I would like to stop spending $80-$100 everytime the thing needs a hose and move on to something 4x4. What I'm looking at is a 2000 Grand Cherokee that I could more then likely do a pretty even trade for. 125K, 4.0L I6 42RE 4 speed transmission. Limited package. In the long run, which vehicle would be more reliable? I'm not talking just the little things, but motor and tranny too. Thanks!
2 Coolant hoses
2 vacuum lines
02 Sensor
Radio (Old one shorted out)
And the following things still need to be done:
Transmission solenoids
MAF Sensor (possibly)
All interior door handles
Speakers (They decided to blow a week after buying the car)
Timing belt and all that ****
So, to make a long story short, I would like to stop spending $80-$100 everytime the thing needs a hose and move on to something 4x4. What I'm looking at is a 2000 Grand Cherokee that I could more then likely do a pretty even trade for. 125K, 4.0L I6 42RE 4 speed transmission. Limited package. In the long run, which vehicle would be more reliable? I'm not talking just the little things, but motor and tranny too. Thanks!