About $700.00 for the timing belt, and you don't want to even attempt it yourself. You'll need almost that much in special tools and
if you're off by as much as 1 tooth and turn the engine, it's history. Diesels are interference engines and there's no room for
error. Once the belt is changed you'd need to connect it to a VAG-com (computer) and set the injection timing. A VAG-com will set
you back another $200.00. Automatics get timing belts replaced every 40,000 miles ... manual trans every 60,000 miles.

You might want to look here for more info www.tdiclub.com

"Rob" > wrote in message ...
> Hello, I'm looking at buying a used 01 Jetta auto that a guy has for sale. It has 65,000 miles on it and is in nice shape. I plan
> to test drive it sometime time next week and was looking for any good or bad things to look for. He said the timing belt has not
> been changed yet, so what does this cost and could I do it my self with the right tool. What kind of milage are people getting
> with the TDI auto's. Thanks for any advice, Rob.
>