Looking to buty a Jetta

Dawnskaybug · 01-16-04, 10:57

Can anyone send me some links on Jetta Forums ?? My Email is ANAiJELLY@aol.com Im lookin to buy a 03 or 02 jetta 1.8 or VR6 Can anyone tell me what to watch out for ???

Rapid robert · 01-16-04, 11:53

The price . A good car but a little pricy. Go for the Jetta diesel TDI

Dawnskaybug · 01-16-04, 11:57

I was thinkin that but no power in the TDI... or am I Wrong ??. I had a Mazda PR5 with 130hp and that felt really underpowered and Ive mostly owned jap 4 bangers

Garry42 · 01-17-04, 05:36

You've got mail!

tom p. · 01-17-04, 06:05

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Originally posted by Dawnskaybug
I was thinkin that but no power in the TDI... or am I Wrong ??.

ughhhh, you've got some learnin' to do !

We have a couple of TDis. They're both lightly modded. I have my Jetta putting out 138HP and 245Ft-Lbs with just a chip and injectors and I can still return 45 mpgs if I don't drive too crazy. They're very easy engines to mod.

most prominent VW forum is:vortex

most prominent TDi forum is: Fred's TDI club

Spilchy · 01-17-04, 08:09

If you don't mind waiting to the end of the model year, buy a left over.

I have an 01 Jetta VR6 with every available option (except CD player - I loaded a 6 disc changer in the trunk). It was the most expensive Jetta avaialble.

I leased it. $1,000 down and $302 a month for 39 months.

I shopped that price around and no other dealer could touch it!

Dawnskaybug · 01-17-04, 12:47

I have to buy something by april and Ill be paying cash maybe financing a lil bit 5k trying to find something with a warranty tom p thanx for the links they will help . One more question last week I saw a TDI drive by in a parking lot sounded like a damn mack truck teh engine was so loud is this common ??

lisricka · 01-17-04, 12:54

I have a 2003 Jetta TDI and it is not overly loud. The Jettas have a plastic "pan" on the top and bottom of the engine (both have to be removed to change oil and filter). The pan is there to help reduce engine noise, heat, etc. Some people take them off and leave them off. I get 50 mpg consistently with the 5 speed. I have had the car about 1.5 years with no problems. I change the oil every 5000 miles.

tom p. · 01-17-04, 05:15

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Originally posted by Dawnskaybug
One more question last week I saw a TDI drive by in a parking lot sounded like a damn mack truck teh engine was so loud is this common ??

many find that diesel clatter endearing.

The diesel is a true machine. Yes, they are a bit noisier when it's real cold but quiet right down once they warm up. It's not a concern. It's just doing what it's supposed to do.

Dawnskaybug · 01-17-04, 08:06

I understand there will be noise I used to sell cars for 2 years 1 year I sold VWs and we couldnt give the POSs away in 95 We actually had VW reps hold sales meetings to help boost our "knowledge" of the brand and how great they were While he was saying this a 3 week old VW van was being towed on the back of a tow truck. lots of quality problems back then also 1 car 2 different color interiors (tan front seats Black rear seats ) Im used to buying Jap where quality is there and that is what I expect

blackmagicgti · 01-17-04, 08:54

I have a GTI 1.8T and I strongly endorse the 1.8T engine.

The diesel sounds like one although you do get the mileage.
The VR6 weighs more and although makes more power it doesn't feel like it.

The turbo is quick and provides a lot of good power. It's a very fun engine.

http://forums.vwvortex.com

blackmagicgti · 01-17-04, 09:01

Also "jap quality" that you are referring to I think goes for the how long the engines last.

However, having had a Corolla and my dad has two Toyotas I will say that they are reliable (Corolla, 150,00 + miles; Highlander 20,000+, and Sienna 60,000+).

The plastics in the Japanese cars just don't do it for me. I love the interior of my German car and wouldn't give it up for anything.

However, there are problems. I have been to the dealership 3 times (3 times more than my dad for his car that is 3 months older than mine) but it's not too bad. Rattles can get annoying but the performance is well worth it.

As far as engine. I love the low end torgue and turbo rather than a high reving engine but that's just me. Test drive and see what you like. I'm sure that the Japanese car will last you longer but I liked German cars more.

I love my GTI and don't regret getting it but if little issues do bother you, a VW is probably not the best car for you. Just my humble opinion.Hope you take this as informative and I don't offend anyone.