2013 jetta GLI

fireline43 · 10-25-2012, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ouchie

If you like SPEED then I say go Jetta, you can upgrade the chips and get 250 hp/300 tq for less than 500 bucks! Spend 800 or so on tires and brakes would be shorter.

If you want RELIABILITY... Honda

I got 2 cars, VW and BMW... So when one of them breaks down, I can use the other one...

Do you have the GLI autobahn or just base? I was into the autobahn, but I wonder if the money would be better spent on aftermarket wheels for the base one.

ouchie · 10-25-2012, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by fireline43

Do you have the GLI autobahn or just base? I was into the autobahn, but I wonder if the money would be better spent on aftermarket wheels for the base one.

Autobahn, I think the rims look decent and I gotta have sunroof and dual-zone climate control. The Fender Audio System is okay if you don't use bluetooth. Jetta's bluetooth sucks

DougLikesBMW · 11-19-2012, 04:11 PM

Never had any problems with my '09 Jetta...only thing that happened was the paint cracked on the interior light buttons because it gets so hot here.

unrealii · 11-19-2012, 05:02 PM

I was close to buying a gli, but couldn't get past the tiny nav screen and lack of HD radio when upgrading to Nav. The focus ST is also a good car to look at. Not sure how either of them would hold up.

If the golf came with a good sound system, I probably would have jumped on that.

Augenbrauezug · 11-19-2012, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Razzy

I don't touch vw's, and for good reason.

What good reason is that?

Just got a GTI and love it.

xg3 · 11-21-2012, 12:19 PM

Went from a 2003 Z4 to a 2010 GTI, 2.5 years later, 70,000KM. Not once do i have issue with it.

fireline43 · 11-21-2012, 12:39 PM

i get the idea that vw is really not that unreliable anymore. I got my wife the tiguan and i have to say, i love it. It's fun to drive and it's got utility. Of course it's not a bmw, but for 24k, it's close enough.

fireline43 · 11-21-2012, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by unrealii

I was close to buying a gli, but couldn't get past the tiny nav screen and lack of HD radio when upgrading to Nav. The focus ST is also a good car to look at. Not sure how either of them would hold up.

If the golf came with a good sound system, I probably would have jumped on that.

I'm just not into the focus. I tried to like it really because it's got some nice specs, but just not there for me.

unrealii · 11-21-2012, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by fireline43

I'm just not into the focus. I tried to like it really because it's got some nice specs, but just not there for me.

I really liked the GLI, it was hard to drive it and not walk away. However there were a few items which killed it for me. First of all, the interior seemed wayy to plasticy. I also wasnt a fan of the radio and would probably swap it out for an RNS510 to get HD radio and the other features.

Things I liked - it has an IRON engine block, it would be hard to break that. Suspension was very compliant, it wasn't too rough like my current car was at that time.

Hope this helps.

PhillyNate · 11-21-2012, 08:58 PM

I can't speak to the reliabilty of a 2013 VW GLI. We do own a VW though. A 2007 Jetta Wolfsburg 2.5. The engine though noisy and course has been ROCK solid and I bet you didn't know the 2.5 liter 5 cylinder is ACTUALLY half a Gallardo engine. That's a fact. The auto trans hasn't been an issue either. The problem we've had and why we'll never buy another VW is ever since the car's been outta warranty it's been one electrical problem after another. We have a 2006 Honda Accord also with triple the mileage of the Jetta and have infinitely more confidence in lasting long-term.

DSB335d · 11-21-2012, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by PhillyNate

I can't speak to the reliabilty of a 2013 VW GLI. We do own a VW though. A 2007 Jetta Wolfsburg 2.5. The engine though noisy and course has been ROCK solid and I bet you didn't know the 2.5 liter 5 cylinder is ACTUALLY half a Gallardo engine. That's a fact. The auto trans hasn't been an issue either. The problem we've had and why we'll never buy another VW is ever since the car's been outta warranty it's been one electrical problem after another. We have a 2006 Honda Accord also with triple the mileage of the Jetta and have infinitely more confidence in lasting long-term.

No it is not half of the Lamborghini V10... The 2.5L is designed and developed by the same man that created the V10. Although it does share one Lamborghini part... The 20 valve aluminum cylinder head.

PhillyNate · 11-22-2012, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DSB335d

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Originally Posted by PhillyNate

I can't speak to the reliabilty of a 2013 VW GLI. We do own a VW though. A 2007 Jetta Wolfsburg 2.5. The engine though noisy and course has been ROCK solid and I bet you didn't know the 2.5 liter 5 cylinder is ACTUALLY half a Gallardo engine. That's a fact. The auto trans hasn't been an issue either. The problem we've had and why we'll never buy another VW is ever since the car's been outta warranty it's been one electrical problem after another. We have a 2006 Honda Accord also with triple the mileage of the Jetta and have infinitely more confidence in lasting long-term.

No it is not half of the Lamborghini V10... The 2.5L is designed and developed by the same man that created the V10. Although it does share one Lamborghini part... The 20 valve aluminum cylinder head.

I stand corrected. Well at least I have a Gallardo component. I do remember journalists saying it was half that motor but if you say it isn't then it isn't.

cuiter23 · 11-22-2012, 02:43 PM

My friend has a fully loaded 2012 jetta. Looks good and rides well, not sure about reliability though.

I do prefer a Jetta over a corolla/civic/lancer etc. because there are not as many on the road.

PhillyNate · 11-22-2012, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by cuiter23

My friend has a fully loaded 2012 jetta. Looks good and rides well, not sure about reliability though.

I do prefer a Jetta over a corolla/civic/lancer etc. because there are not as many on the road.

Most if not all the VW's are lookers over what you've mentioned. If VW can banish these reliabilty gremlins they may rule the world.

cuiter23 · 11-22-2012, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by PhillyNate

Most if not all the VW's are lookers over what you've mentioned. If VW can banish these reliabilty gremlins they may rule the world.

Yes, it is a shame that every car must have their downsides.

yObOO · 11-22-2012, 09:55 PM

Got mine a couple of weeks ago.

yObOO · 11-22-2012, 10:01 PM

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yObOO · 11-22-2012, 10:11 PM

Looks better in person, especially the paint. Sorry for the crappy pics. I do not have a camera other than my blackberry at the moment.

fireline43 · 11-23-2012, 10:41 AM

Nice, I think its a great alternative to spending the money on an Audi. They look about the same and its a good amount cheaper.

yObOO · 11-23-2012, 12:32 PM

yea my friend has the 2012 audi a4. The aesthetics and mechanics are pretty much similar. The Audi is a higher class of course compared to my VW, but I wouldn't spend the price difference to own one. Honeslty, I don't even have the price difference. I could't afford anything more than my Jetta, but even if I could, I still prefer mine over my friends Audi and that's for sure.

ALPINE6SPD · 11-23-2012, 01:19 PM

Had a 2008 GTI and my ex wife has it now. Car has been trouble free and great. Bought it used with under 14k miles from auction and she loves it. For the money the quality, fit and finish, and fun to drive are truly unmatched if you look at the car as a whole. Some might be quicker but they drive harder and the interior is no where near as nice. The last generation GLI is a little more sporty and has better fit and finish than the gurrent gen and on the used car market you get a lot of car for the money. I would strongly consider one if I were you. This coming from someone who has owned a 2006 e90 330i sport, 2008 X3 Msport, and 2010 328i Sport all with manuals. My sister also had a wolfsberg edition Jetta with the 2.0T and DSG and the car had no issues at all either. The new VWs are much more reliable now and I would easily recommend them to anyone. Feel free to PM me with any questions as I do have experience with the models.

yObOO · 11-23-2012, 03:07 PM

"For the money the quality, fit and finish, and fun to drive are truly unmatched if you look at the car as a whole. Some might be quicker but they drive harder and the interior is no where near as nice."

^^i agree.

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11-19-2012, 05:02 PM	#26
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11-21-2012, 12:39 PM	#29
fireline43 Lieutenant 43 Rep 497 Posts Drives: 2013 Mercedes C250 Join Date: May 2012 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	i get the idea that vw is really not that unreliable anymore. I got my wife the tiguan and i have to say, i love it. It's fun to drive and it's got utility. Of course it's not a bmw, but for 24k, it's close enough.
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PhillyNate ENTHUSIAST 135 Rep 2,096 Posts Drives: 2010 Porsche Cayman Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 Porsche Cayman [0.00]	I can't speak to the reliabilty of a 2013 VW GLI. We do own a VW though. A 2007 Jetta Wolfsburg 2.5. The engine though noisy and course has been ROCK solid and I bet you didn't know the 2.5 liter 5 cylinder is ACTUALLY half a Gallardo engine. That's a fact. The auto trans hasn't been an issue either. The problem we've had and why we'll never buy another VW is ever since the car's been outta warranty it's been one electrical problem after another. We have a 2006 Honda Accord also with triple the mileage of the Jetta and have infinitely more confidence in lasting long-term. __________________ "what I'm driving here...is an ending." Jeremy Clarkson 2010 Carrara White Porsche Cayman 6mt 2014 Whiteout Toyota GT-86 6mt(Sold 05/23/15) 2011 Alpine White BMW M3 6mt ZCP Coupe(forced retirement 06/06/14) 2008 Alpine White BMW 328i 6mt Coupe(retired 06/21/11)
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11-22-2012, 02:43 PM	#35
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11-22-2012, 09:55 PM	#38
yObOO New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: Like I gotta poo Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	Black 2013 Jetta GLI Got mine a couple of weeks ago. Attached Images
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yObOO New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: Like I gotta poo Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	Black 2013 Jetta GLI Looks better in person, especially the paint. Sorry for the crappy pics. I do not have a camera other than my blackberry at the moment. Attached Images
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fireline43 Lieutenant 43 Rep 497 Posts Drives: 2013 Mercedes C250 Join Date: May 2012 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	Nice, I think its a great alternative to spending the money on an Audi. They look about the same and its a good amount cheaper.
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11-23-2012, 12:32 PM	#42
yObOO New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: Like I gotta poo Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	yea my friend has the 2012 audi a4. The aesthetics and mechanics are pretty much similar. The Audi is a higher class of course compared to my VW, but I wouldn't spend the price difference to own one. Honeslty, I don't even have the price difference. I could't afford anything more than my Jetta, but even if I could, I still prefer mine over my friends Audi and that's for sure.
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11-23-2012, 01:19 PM	#43
ALPINE6SPD Lieutenant General 161 Rep 10,407 Posts Drives: 2010 BMW 328i Sport Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Highland Lakes NJ iTrader: (2)	Had a 2008 GTI and my ex wife has it now. Car has been trouble free and great. Bought it used with under 14k miles from auction and she loves it. For the money the quality, fit and finish, and fun to drive are truly unmatched if you look at the car as a whole. Some might be quicker but they drive harder and the interior is no where near as nice. The last generation GLI is a little more sporty and has better fit and finish than the gurrent gen and on the used car market you get a lot of car for the money. I would strongly consider one if I were you. This coming from someone who has owned a 2006 e90 330i sport, 2008 X3 Msport, and 2010 328i Sport all with manuals. My sister also had a wolfsberg edition Jetta with the 2.0T and DSG and the car had no issues at all either. The new VWs are much more reliable now and I would easily recommend them to anyone. Feel free to PM me with any questions as I do have experience with the models. __________________ 2010 AW e90 328i: 6 speed, Black Leather, Dark Wood trim, ZPP, ZCW, ZVP,ZSP, Nav, Xenon BMW Performance CF Rear spolier and Gloss black grills 2008 Candy White MKV GTI 2.0T 6 Speed Manul Gone 2008 AW X3 3.0si: 6 speed Returned 2006 AW e90 330i: 6 speed Dinan Stage 1 Returned
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yObOO New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: Like I gotta poo Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	"For the money the quality, fit and finish, and fun to drive are truly unmatched if you look at the car as a whole. Some might be quicker but they drive harder and the interior is no where near as nice." ^^i agree.
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