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Yep...closed it today. Ink is still wet on the paperwork. I go back and pick it up later today.
I'm pretty excited about it; I've been looking at them for a while.
Congratulations.. !!
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Thanks!
It has the 6-speed DSG/auto transmission, which are somewhat unique.
The "Special Edition" comes more or less fully loaded, with the following noteable exceptions:
- No leather seats (rather, a vinyl-like material... but still has heated driver and passenger seats)
- No power seats
- No navigation system
(I didn't really care about those features anyway.)
... just about everything else, though. (power sunroof, Sirius satellite radio, telescoping steering wheel... with audio controls, multi-function display)
Try asking there...
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That said. If you like one of the cars at your dealership I would try to get them down to invoice or below.
I have an 06 and I wouldn't trade it for anything on the market. Diesel is 20 cents cheaper and I am getting 42 MPH driving like a bat out of hell. Zero problems. 26K at the 9 month mark.
Do they still have the 0%/36 month financing?
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All Jetta and Beetle TDI's now have an enhanced APR rate for tier 1 customers thru VW Credit. The rates are:
2.9% up to 36 months
3.9% up to 48 months
4.9% up to 60 months
The price they quoted me for is for the DSG transmission, the manual transmission is under 25k
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It rarely makes economic sense to trade a vehicle for the sole purpose of better fuel economy.
So for over all economy, I was considering the Jetta TDI. Although I will say I am constantly having second thoughts because of the past reliability issues of Volk's. So...I guess I am not 100% sure what car to go with considering any make and model can have issues. I used to think Toyota was bullet proof because of my previous tacoma that I loved. BUt now buying a 26k car used, the avalon, has made me realize that just cause a company is known for reliability doesn't mean I will get quality.. :sick:
But my girls 2002 maxima has been bullet proof though...but I can not justify the 23mpg average she gets.
We have 36K on our 2004 Passat TDI and experienced only one problem: an electric motor that controls the air intake flap died. We drove it 1,500 miles to SF and back while waiting for the part to get to the dealer. No problem.
I do suggest adding aftermarket side moldings to the Jetta to fend off the bashers.
The glowplug heater needs to be replaced again...3rd time in 27 months...same cylinder (#2).
It should be under warranty still (60K engine warranty).
I'm definitely buying an extended warranty if this is going to be an ongoing problem.
My question is:
What is the underlying problem? Is it normal for glowplugs to fail so often?
Could I inadvertantly be contributing to the problem...i.e. by turning the ignition key before the glowplug light goes out (it happens sometimes )?
$23k
My question regards the parts. I understand that the glowplugs had changed for this engine recently (presumably when the PD was introduced).
I want to make sure that i'm buying the right parts.
I found a place online called
Auto Parts Warehouse
which lists two different types of glowplugs for the 2005 Jetta TDI:
OE Service Glowplugs (M10 x 1 x7) @ $26.99 each.
Bosch Glowplugs )M10 x 1 x7) @ $27.99 each.
The Bosch glowplugs listing states that they are suitable for the GL, and GLS TDI, Wagon (I have the wagon...not sure why that would make a difference).
Any suggestions, or experiences replacing your own glowplugs? I have also heard that the glowplug harness should be replaced...is this necessary?
You'll have a better chance at a response in the general
Jetta TDi forum, as this discussion is specific to pricing.
regards,
kyfdx
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I think you would be better served in the VW Passat threads. This is the VW diesel engine thread. Most people here do not like gas engine VWs.
Try here
carwhat, "Volkswagen Passat Prices Paid and Buying Experience" #3233, 20 Dec 2007 7:07 pm
On Nov 1 2007, VWoA issued Tech Bulletin 2016615. This extends the warranty on Sachs clutch components to 4 yrs/50,000 miles.
Copy of Tech Bulletin here:
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/images/pdf/vw_tb_30-07-01.pdf
Recently had my 06 TDI clutch go at 16,585 miles.
Dealer couldn't find this Tech Bulletin until I handed them a printed copy.
Under warranty, VW paid for new clutch, and rental car.
I live in Metro NY but the dealers here (Toyota, Honda, Nissan, VW) all want 5K over MSRP for hybrids and diesels, if they are even available. Cash upfront even before they will order the vehicle, and as what happened to me with a 2009 Camry Hybrid from Lee's Toyota in Jamaica, Queens, they ordered one for me and when the car arrived, they gave it to someone who gave them more money.
So much for having cash in hand, ready to plunk it down on a car. I guess there are other transportation options out there.