The VR6 Engine is a Dying Breed | Volkswagen Jetta VR6 Review

[@SSSx30]

Just bought one of these today. 200kmiles Came a bit modified with stage 2 clutch and extra goodies for $2,100. Also this will be my first manual😮‍💨☺️, will treat her like a baby.

[@TooFlyNico]

I love my 2001 Jetta glx. Gives me as much happiness as it does problems tho. Sadly very little support for the 12v vr6

[@bendaga]

Yeah the vr6 is not as modular as a 1.8t. But still really fun regardless

[@justinb954]

the 24 val BDF has the same lack of support but it can move and ive kept it stock on purpose. Ive had silly cold air intakes ruin multiple MAF sensors on several mk2s and 3s. i went k&n. And all the bent cracked aftermarket rims was too much.

[@lukeg5593]

Yo I just got a 2001 glx any advice?

[@miketravis4980]

I agree. I've had mine for 13-14-15 years now. Paid for it probably twice with repairs.. But the sound with a nice respectable exhaust and they pull of the VR6 motor just keeps me in love with it.

[@saymynameasmr4794]

@@bendagayou’re completely wrong about that lol. A stock block can hold 500WHP man. Turbo kit is easy install as well

[@jaytcold1757]

Nice ride! Your video brings back memories. I had a 2000 Jetta GLX VR6 5MT. Minor mods - Koni+Eibach cup kit, BBS 18's, ECS Tuning cold air intake, Revo Stage 1 tune, ECS Tuning stainless catback (dual tips w/ a GLI rear valance), all Ziza lighting inside & out, Alpine head unit/ 4x6.5"s, 10" sub, amp, 40% tint all the way around...I babied that car for like 15 years - dealer maintained for every 5k service, detailed at least once a month...wish I still had her...

[@bendaga]

Thanks! Sounds like you enjoyed it while it was in your possessions

[@paspitale]

thanks for the video. I really enjoyed it. I have a 2002 VR6 that I bought new. At this point it’s more like a hobby, but I love it!

[@divatay5344]

I just got a VR6 GLX for 2,500 with 170,000 miles on it. I got to say it does sound really nice and handles well. I got the same green color with the 5 speed manual transmission. I was recommended to drive it like a granny to save maintenance trips to the shop but that will be hard with the engine sounding the way it does. Great video and thanks for sharing!

[@bendaga]

That’s a great buy for $2500. Hope it treats you well. Thanks for watching!

[@jerryhoban5014]

Mines was 2,500 to with 168 k miles !

[@1aikane]

I had a VR6 Jetta. It was amazing. Very powerful and reliable.

[@Mitch-m7z]

Ive got an 06 a3 3.2 vr6.. pretty much a mk5 r32 and it is my fav car. Not the quickest on the road but the sound and power it does have puts a smile on my face everytime. 242km and still going strong on these cdn roads

[@spiralinglight]

2001 golf glx 374k km

[@ColdVsIce]

What cars have you beat in a race?

[@Mitch-m7z]

@@ColdVsIce sold that thing a long time ago, took a e36 m3 by about a car length though. Not into racing on the street.

[@ColdVsIce]

@@Mitch-m7z beautiful, thanks for responding nonetheless. I’ve come from nothing but fast cars but lost everything due to medical issues that I’ve overcome. Now I’m in a vr6 Volkswagen eos. Pretty fast car but haven’t got to race anything cuz it isn’t registered until next week.

[@Mitch-m7z]

@@ColdVsIce yeah the vr6 is a fun car, make sure you do the timing chains/guides. It is a matter of when not if with them. The guides fail on every single one at some point. The sound is what makes them though, no other car has that tone.

[@noco_vr6154]

I bought my 2001 jetta in 2021 and this is my first car and I love it sounds amazing

[@bendaga]

Enjoy it!

[@dcpugh]

I owned a new 2000 VR6 back in the day. Was a GREAT car. Still wish I had it.

[@rdquads]

I love mine! I have a 2004 gli 2.8 with 116088 miles, one owner. Great car. Definitely keeping it for good

[@bendaga]

Ah the GLI’s are amazing. Awesome cars. Don’t blame ya. Hang onto it!

[@Snenors4pres]

Riding a 2003 VW Jetta VR6 GLI, it's been good to me for 10 years with only a couple shop visits.

[@Izec0ld69]

I got a grey 04 jetta gli. 200k on the body but the engine rebuilt W forged bottom end 30k ago. I love the car. There is awd jettas in Europe called boras. They have the 4morion system but NA jettas never had 4motion. You can swap the drivetrain and gas tank, but it also means you have to cut the rear flooring out and weld it onto the NA Jetta for awd

[@kegankelly3073]

This is a really good quality review, man. I own a '03 Jetta GLI VR6 24v. Absolutely love it

[@bendaga]

Appreciate the kind words. Props on keeping the GLI alive. Great cars.

[@kegankelly3073]

@@bendaga yes they are. I have two other cars as well. My GLI is still stock other than exhaust, coilovers & a few bolt ons I'm going to be installing a turbo this year.

[@letsgobrandon5916]

@@kegankelly3073 I got an 03 2.8L GLI not that long ago for my first car. I think I messed it up by putting a cold air intake in it. Didn’t know it was that sensitive for an 03.

[@kegankelly3073]

@@letsgobrandon5916 Nah you definitely didn't mess it up 🤣

[@letsgobrandon5916]

@@kegankelly3073 any idea on what I might have done to it?😅

[@martinsanders4087]

I just got a 2000 Jetta GLS with the 6 cylinder engine today. No cash, just had to help a friend drive 200 round trip with a trailer to get a truck for him

[@friscostreetstories5403]

Excellent review

[@bendaga]

Appreciate the kind words!

[@Neil__Craig]

I have a 2001 GLX VR6 5 Speed with only 53k ORIGINAL miles..I’m 2nd owner. Baby it. Probably going to sell it soon. Wonder how much I could get for it.

[@ericquainoo1668]

Bendaga I really need help to my vw Jetta 4 model 2001 gearbox is not functioning well and have change the gearbox 2 times but problem keep persist. When you are driving the gearbox suddenly claps the car for second and realise and don't not change proper. I need help

[@VIIGerman]

I had this one, a 2004 VR6, I miss it so much! :( but the transmission bell housing had a hole, like a quarter size, I attempted to patch it but didn't work so well :/.. I winded up selling it for misserable 500 bucks toa friend of mine because I needed them for a different car. The good news is that I won my beloved vr6 back in a deal.. It does suck to work on it though.

[@bendaga]

Glad you got it back. Best of luck!

[@justinb954]

@@bendaga they did over-engeneer the engine compartment. It is tight in there.

[@yorklovesrush]

@@justinb954 changing just the alternator in my ‘00 12V realllly tested my patience

[@miketravis4980]

I say let's plan a VR6 meet!

[@bendaga]

Sold :(

[@Biface]

i wouldnt say that the vr6 is dying, in terms of engine availability. although they ceased production in 2023 (which is after this video) if you are solely looking for the engine its available in numerous vw/audi models. For instance, the vw tuareg, audi tt, and many many more. a swap is very possible depending on the chassis you are planning to implant into

[@ericquainoo1668]

How much will a used vw Jetta 4 vr6 cost

[@hvac42long1]

Which pickup truck?

[@microbus99]

Got a 2003 GLI 6 speed. One year only model. Leather Interior. Grey Metallic. Just put new Headlights on it that look awesome dechromed. I love the car and its a blast to drive. Its almost mint with 125000 miles its unbelievable. Its a sleeper. When someone passes me on the highway. I can turn up the heat and catch up right away.

[@bendaga]

Had no idea there was a GLI model in 03. What a gem. Well said. Glad it's been treating you well.

[@sergio9182]

Yo bro I’m getting one later today! Guys wants 2.5k it has 160k is that a good buy? According to him no problems gonna have to check that out any things I should look for in specific?

[@justinb954]

Gordon Glaser what do you mean One year only model? for the color?

[@justinb954]

@@sergio9182 high mileage turbos are hard to check but VW did design the shit out of it. The BBS rims, recaro seats etc --these 1.8lt cars blew engines due to oil starvation so get oil change records.

[@microbus99]

@@justinb954 Last year of the VR6 and the First Year for 6 Speed Manual. It went to the 1.8T the following year. Also has Leather Interior and Monsoon Sound System with Cassette and CD player in Mint condition.

[@ajayiifeoluwa9290]

Hi, cruising at 120km/h, how far those the rpm go, my 2.8vr6 ford galaxy does about 3,500rpm at fifth gear. Is it normal?

[@bendaga]

Seems pretty normal.

[@joe_jf_kelly]

does every ‘01-‘02 Jetta have a failing passenger cupholder… my ‘02 1.8t does the same sh*t lol

[@aygwm]

I would fix that exhaust leak

[@justinb954]

@Bendega "This car has definitely had the exhaust replaced." Not all the exhausts have been as lucky as yours. Ive been super lucky in almost everyway but the 2 issues. 1 is that my exhaust sounds like absolute shit after almost 20 years and the radi. The cats honeycomb has just rusted away. "If you do thorough VW research you will sadly find out to the chagrin of quite a few, that these "are not VR6 engines." Yes they are misbadged but, when has VW not done that? They are actually V6 motors. I beg you to research the engine before attacking me, because i have the exact same money green vr6 jetta in my driveway. IE with a shitty exhaust but still the love of my life. The 2.8 is a dying breed availaible i think only in suvs now.

[@alext.3891]

My brother gave my his Jetta for $2000 and I'm just watching reviews about it

[@itsyeeoledskoolfurry3208]

And HOW OFTEN do you realistically use that CLUB steering wheel security bar that is sitting on the passenger foot floor?? Hahaha

[@bendaga]

A lot less than I should

[@itsyeeoledskoolfurry3208]

@@bendaga Haha. Are you in an area where you need to worry about something like that? I thought car thefts had all but vanished. At least I hope so.

[@JnaDayy]

The torque plus fwd does make it tough in the snow imo

[@bendaga]

I'll admit - I've never driven a Jetta in the snow, but I have driven fwd in the snow. Tires make all the difference, but I could see how torque steer could be tricky

[@diamondbackpeakMTB11]

We’ll explained video

[@bendaga]

Thanks

[@justinb954]

@@bendaga nice video Sir!!

[@noahvictor3623]

What’s that exhaust

[@noahvictor3623]

At the beginning

[@bendaga]

Stock

[@justinb954]

@@bendaga lol dude pictures pictures pictures lmao lol lol

[@zachhaag7854]

Probably bone stock i have a 92 corrado with a 2.5 inch straight pipe and you could not make a video like this drivng it

[@bug512]

We had one that we purchased new in 2020, it has to be one of the worst cars we ever owned. In the shop a lot.

[@jeremyscaggs7315]

I just got a 03 For $1600. Only 150k on it

[@bendaga]

Damn steal

[@jeremyscaggs7315]

@@bendaga yeah she has some issues. But nice looking car.

[@justinb954]

@@jeremyscaggs7315 what are your plans?

[@jeremyscaggs7315]

@@justinb954 not to sure yet. It has some transmission issues. Hope I can fix it.

[@justinb954]

you wont believe this. i got a loaded 03 jetta vr6 24val with 147k for $1600 in 2014. i got severe tunnel vision on that BDF engine and fixed the small stuff around it. i once missed out on the 93 94 vr6 corrados in 1992 but i got this one. i still have to be careful of the tunnel vision.

[@tylerpetit33]

I have a 2002 Jetta VR6 automatic. Transmission sucks. Only 83000 miles.

[@bendaga]

Manual swap?

[@tylerpetit33]

@@bendaga only bought it to commute to be honest. So no. Did you?

[@bendaga]

@@tylerpetit33 nah just got lucky. Always had a manual transmission.

[@tylerpetit33]

@@bendaga Got mine for $3,000.00 with 83k miles tho!

[@ericquainoo1668]

Automatic transmission

[@lazyanarchist1146]

R32 is 10x the cost lol