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The TDI is the only motor that I know is interference, I do not know about the others.
Clutch is a wear item, just like the other manufacturers.
Now when someone say $450-500 for timing belt for VW, I assume only for that, no other belts included. From what I heard, Subarus also cost around 450-500 for timing belt change around 90-105k miles.
Leo
My point... just hope that you don't need to contact VW Customer Service for ANYTHING. They DON'T care!
Try contacting customer care again, and I wish you better luck this time.
VWoA and the dealers certainly are not as good as the cars in my opinion.
The dealership service experience is usually fantastic or absolutely terrible with even an oil change becoming screwed up. Not many VW dealerships fall into the average category that many of the Ford, GM and Chrysler dealerships do.
The best VW service I have found is at dealerships that are paired with another make such as a Ford and VW dealership or Acura and VW.
Find a good independent mechanic that specializes in VW's or German cars as an alternate to the dealer once your warranty is over.
VWoA is also requiring many dealers to upgrade their facilities which is good news.
It is rumored that VW almost left the US in the late 80's and the dealership network sure does look like it was neglected for a long time.
My warranty is about up, though, and unless they sell me with some really good specials, I will use my local independant mechanic.
Also, does anyone know if 16-inch TSW Hockenheim R wheels would fit on this car?
I have seen 2000 1.8T Golfs for $17,500, you might consider one of these if you want a sporty car, and insurance would be less than GTI.
It is very discouraging hearing about the ignorance of some dealers, some of them can not even change the oil properly, the TDI takes 4.4 quarts and many dealers add 5 quarts.
I watched them change the oil once and he didn't drain it from the pan, only from the filter. Ugh.
- Anthony
Dark Green Metalic, Tan Interior (good condition)
Power Everything, Cruise, Automatic
Body color mirrors, handles, darkenend tailights,
Leather Wrapped Wheel, 6 CD Changer, Cassette
fog lights and VW whip antenna.
12,100 miles. (2 years 9 months old) (light mileage)
Astoria, Queens, USA
Asking for $10,900
email: skinny@escape.com
I don't know much about car but I love that car a lot, even though it’s only a small car but it has a lot of power, I never encountered any problem in going uphill. The only problem I ever had with that car was I noticed the maintenance cost for VW seems to be more expensive than other cars. I am not sure if I am right.
Now I am considering buying a new Golf GLX I know the price is about $17,000+. I need to run 70 miles a day, 6 days a week. I wonder if it is a good choice, I appreciate it if someone can give me some insight.
What is the best deal?
I am currently living in Davis, CA, in between SF and Sacemento.
And i am moving to Claremont, CA soon, very near LA,
Can any one give me some suggustion where should I go get it, in the north or south?, any good dealer recommended?
bty any difference between 2001 and 2002?
Used Golf 4 door with 1.8T, auto, and luxury with 5 to 10K miles are priced at $17 to 18K.
FYI the dealers in my area no longer have any 2001 1.8T 4 door Golfs. Good luck.
Same engine right? Can you dial up the Golf?
If VW is not supplying 1.8Ts for the 2002 Golf and Jetta, what will be the replacement engine?
2002 Jetta
- New VR6 24V with 201 hp and 5-speed automatic transmission (first car in its segment to offer this feature) with Tiptronic® will replace current 12V VR6 by mid model year
- Manual transmission (6-speed) will be available later in the year for the VR6 24V
- Accentuated dual chrome exhaust on 24V VR6 models
- 1.8T engine increased from 150hp to 180hp
- 5-speed automatic transmission (first car in its segment to offer this feature) with Tiptronic® available on 1.8T
- Premium CD/cassette radio for GLS and GLX
- New Color (Reflex Silver will replace Silver Arrow)
- Trunk escape handle
- Cruise control indicator light
- On/Off switch for self dimming mirror
For the Golf;
2002 Golf
- New color (Mojave Beige)
- Premium CD/cassette radio standard on GLS (mid-model year introduction)
- Cruise control indicator light
- 4 doors will now be available on GL
Who knows why VWoA does what it does? Some have speculated that the 1.8T in 4 door Golf makes the 1.8T in the GTI seem less sporty, I can not predict what VWoA is going to do because most of the time their decisions defy all logic.
For the 2002 model year, all new Volkswagen vehicles will come standard with an increased four-year/50,000 mile (whichever occurs first) bumper-to- bumper warranty, up from two years/24,000 miles. The warranty covers wear- and-tear items and adjustments during the initial 12 months or 12,000 miles of ownership.
In addition, Volkswagen will offer a fully transferable limited powertrain warranty that covers five years or 60,000 miles (previously 10 years/100,000 miles, but transferable only from the original retail owner to a family member).
"Volkswagen's previous Protection Plus Warranty, which was the first of its kind in the industry when we launched it some six years ago, has offered many customers benefits -- especially to those owners who plan to own a Volkswagen for many years to come," said Frank Maguire, vice president in charge of sales and marketing. "We want to be responsive to our customers and research tells us the new 4/50 offers what today's buyer expects from a premium warranty. It reflects our commitment to meeting the evolving preferences of our customers."
Volkswagen's new warranty plan also includes the added security of a four- year/50,000 mile, 24-hour roadside assistance program (increased from 2001's two-year term).
Exceptional corrosion perforation coverage remains 12 years with no mileage limit for all fully-galvanized Volkswagen vehicles (Cabrio covered for six years, Eurovan for eight years.)
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Volkswagen AG. As America's top-selling European brand, Volkswagen markets a full line of vehicles through a network of some 600 dealers in the United States.
The Audi A4/Passat (B5 platform) share the same 1.8T. The GTI/Jetta (A4 platform) share a transversely mounted 1.8T compared to that of the B5. All that VW did to get the HP up to 170/180 was up the pressure through the turbo (more boost!).
- Anthony
- Anthony
I have a 1999 VW Golf 4 dr. I love it. I'm at 50K and in need of new tires. I commute daily in our wonderful New England weather. Any advice?
I'm looking at Michelin MX4 Plus. But I'm finding tire shopping VERY confusing.
Thanks in advance
Arnie
Boston, MA
arnie@ici.net
- Anthony
Hondas are typically more costly to insure due to the higher theft rate. A similarly priced Golf may be cheaper to insure.
Golfs cost more than Civics because they are nicer cars. You won't find 4 wheel discs, 8-speaker stereos, head air bags, etc. on a Civic. The Golf/Jetta is really in a different class when compared to other small cars like the Civic.
Just my $.02
- Anthony
Thanks for any input; and if you have one, let me know how much you paid...
Where is 4Motion, where is Pump Deuse diesel, where is the Polo, where is Caddy, NOT in the US.
As for 4motion, it is here, just not on the US golf, and probably never will be (unless people start destroying VW dealers chanting "4motion golf, 4motion golf") because it would probably drive up the price too much for their target market in the US. 4motion models aren't as prominent in the US because it would drive VW's car prices out of reach of their target market. (the US 4motion passat already cost more than a comparable fully loaded car without AWD) As for the other things you mentioned they aren't in the US because of US consumers, would you honestly buy and drive a VW Caddy? (and besides think of all the cheap golf/Caddy jokes people would make, people already make fun of the golf name enough) VW's reason for not bringing the Polo over in its exact form was probably because it would look too much like a cheap version of the Audi A4. Would you spend more money on a A4 if u could get similar looks with a few less features in a cheaper polo?
About the jokes... Do people make cheap jokes about those driving Beetles? No, because WV did a great job of reviving the good parts of the old Bug. And if market surveys would prove Caddy' name to be a big problem, they would simply choose a different name for the North American market. For example, the previous generation of Jetty has been sold as "Veto" in Europe and the current generation is known as "Boar" over there. I bet you not all people who drive 'Bora' are 'boring'.
And I can't see how you can compare Polo with Audio A4. Basic Polo is a 5-door hatch back. The Classic' version is more sedan like but is still not close to the A4. The last one is named 'Variant' and is wagon-like. I know it's a matter of opinion but Polo looks cannot match that of the A4. Just look at the pictures.
I would really like to see the Polo at this side of the Atlantic. I think it would help VW compete with Mazda Protege 5. Just a thought.
Now, I'm switching to wishful thinking when I say that I'd love to see the Audi A3 here. That's not going to happen as VW has the Golf filling the hatchback category and the A3 would be too pricey. It's a sweet car!
I have a few other things to get off my chest, but I'll put them in my next reply.
As far as MPG is concerned, I'm totally with you. Honda's marketing pushes the Insight as a marvel of technology because is takes 3.2l/100km on the highway and 3.9l/100km in the city (or 61mpg/68mpg). Meanwhile, for years, pretty much every automaker in Europe has had a model geared completely at economy. The small TDI in the Polo does 41mpg-city/65mpg-highway. It has adequate power and has no batteries so it gives you true engine behaviour. How about the looks? Polo looks great, but the Insight's looks makes you wanna keep it out-of-sight.
The problem here is the diesel. (here's comes my outpour of emotions...) People in North America have a misconception about diesel engines. Everyone tells me they are dirty. Well, Polo cannot match Insight's ULEV status. Yes, they're not as clean as gas engines, but they're not dirty. The new direct injection diesels are quite remarkable. They too have to meet emission standards as other engines out there. Great mileage, tons of torque, and they last. However, the law of supply and demand makes it so that diesel here is just as expensive as gasoline. That's not the case in Europe.
I'm not in a market for a TDI and I like sporty hatches with gas engines. However, my point is that there's more potential in diesel engines than we would like to admit.
- Anthony
As for the VW Bore, people that drive Bores aren't boring, they just look like boars. (see, cheap jokes
VW dosen't need to bring over the polo to the US to compete with the Protege 5, they have the jetta wagon to do that for them. I still believe the polo looks similar to a A4 though: http://tonyscrib.homestead.com/polovsa4.html
take a look at that page and you be the judge. The golf IV design is the foundation of VW group's smaller cars in all their brands (i.e. Audi A4, VW polo, VW Jetta/Bore, Skoda Fabia etc...) The A4 is closer in relation to the golf than the passat, the passat is closer in relation(loosely) to the A6. But anyways to end this reply on a lighter note here is a comment from a friend of mine after mentioning to her I liked the VW Golf IV, "You like the golf?!?! whenever I see one on the road it reminds me of a old Converse shoe" followed by a brief moment of laughter. I'm still wondering how she said it looks like a Converse shoe, that is even worse than a comparison between a A4 and a polo.
I'm getting about 450 Kilometers to a tank with quite a bit of highway driving. Seems low to me.
My car is a 99 new golf GAS - 5 sad.
My tire pressure is good, oil changed regularly, and & I don't have a heavy foot - so what gives?
Any ideas or is everyone getting the same bad mileage as me?
Have you got any suggestions?
Nick