Scrapping Your VW Passat
The Volkswagen Passat is described as reliable, attractive and spacious by many owners. Therefore the decision to scrap for cash or to invest in those repairs can be a difficult one. This guide can help you make this choice, by looking at the common problems that have Passat owners calling the car scrappers for a scrap car quote.
Benefits of a VW Passat
The VW Passat comes in a range of specifications to suit most tastes, from the basic 1.4 4d saloon to the lively 3.2 V6 Sport. With gearing modifications, aerodynamic tweaks and a Stop/Start function, most models do well on CO2 emissions, keeping road tax to a minimum.
Oil Pump Problems
Oil pump problems are well known on the Passat. The cost of a replacement oil pump and lines is around £1,200. If you’re unlucky, the failed oil pump drive can totally wreck the engine, leading to bills in excess of £9,000. If the repairs are greater than the value of the car, then you may want to consider calling the car scrappers.
Electric Parking Brake
Electric parking brake failure is a safety nightmare as the brake has been known to release allowing the car to run away unattended
Corrosion
Reports of corrosion under the bonnet, inside the doors and under the tailgate are numerous. There are issues with the joins between the inside and the outside of the doors and with water getting into the number plate lights.
Water Pump
The water pump is fitted in such a way the bearings are under an immense amount of strain, and are liable to fail. When they do, the cam belt – which drives the water pump – can be thrown, causing extensive damage. The most common way to repair this is engine replacement – a very pricey option. The best alternative could be to consider scrapping your VW Passat and getting an upgrade.
There are different ways to scrap your car.
However, you don’t necessarily know what will happen to your vehicle. For peace of mind choose car scrappers fully licensed by the Environment Agency, such as Scrap Car Kings.
To get a quote on scrapping your Volkswagen, contact Scrap Car Kings today, or visit us online for more information on our car scrapping services.
