Golf GTI for a second car??????
01-03-2007, 01:05 PM
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The one volkswagon I owned was a mechanical nightmare. Even worse was the way that VW tried every turn to avoid repairs under warranty. They finally are being sued under a class action lawsuit here in the US.
01-03-2007, 01:37 PM
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My Ride: On Order, due in May - 2007MY 530D SE, Silver Grey, Black Dakota, Auto, Brushed aluminium shadowline,sports seats / wheel, hi fi speakers, mats, space saver wheel and a few more bits
Originally Posted by nickolas_g' post='373321' date='Jan 3 2007, 10:05 PM
The one volkswagon I owned was a mechanical nightmare. Even worse was the way that VW tried every turn to avoid repairs under warranty. They finally are being sued under a class action lawsuit here in the US.
01-03-2007, 01:40 PM
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Originally Posted by 07530d' post='373328' date='Jan 3 2007, 05:37 PM
Interesting - they have a reputation here for build quality and service???, would an A3 with the same engine be better
But I dig the A3!
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Originally Posted by 07530d' post='373328' date='Jan 4 2007, 12:37 AM
Interesting - they have a reputation here for build quality and service???, would an A3 with the same engine be better
I have not heard anything good about these cars quality...
01-03-2007, 02:38 PM
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For that price point I would most likely go with a Honda or Toyota.
01-03-2007, 03:03 PM
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01-03-2007, 03:36 PM
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The GTI is a great car and should be a lot of fun to drive (and a nice change from the BMW).
I have owned several VW and Audis and they were all great cars on all fronts (for what they were, that is).
I have owned several VW and Audis and they were all great cars on all fronts (for what they were, that is).
01-03-2007, 03:59 PM
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I saw the C30 in Stockholm this weekend, and I'm really not impressed of that car. The car looks great of you look at it front/side angle, but from the back!!? 
:thumbsdown:
I didn't really like the interior either, now when I'm used to German cars.
If I were you I would take a look at Audi A3 Sportback 2.0TFSI Quattro, a 120d with M-kit or a VW Golf GTI (with DSG)
:thumbsdown: I didn't really like the interior either, now when I'm used to German cars.
If I were you I would take a look at Audi A3 Sportback 2.0TFSI Quattro, a 120d with M-kit or a VW Golf GTI (with DSG)
01-03-2007, 06:18 PM
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My Ride: 2007 530i, white/black manual, sports package, nav, PDC, etc.
I've been tempted by the GTI for a a long while, well before they hit the US. Just be sure you get a lease in case it rattles too much, and wait for the money factors drop a bit. VW has a good product here, their brand history is spotty
