Honda Fit Sport or VW Jetta SE? I can't decide which to buy for my next car.?
As a Fit owner, I can speak to it's economy. My wife and I drove from Bakersfield to San Diego, and then almost to Temecula, just south of Riverside this weekend. One tank of fuel, AND we were loaded to the rafters with "stuff". A superbly built little car (and it's a Honda) no squeaks, rattles, loud wind noises... Even my brother, a Toyota fan through and through, said it was a good little car. I have also owned VWs. Nowhere even CLOSE to the class of the car, VWs are noisy, unreliable, electrical system (especially) problem prone. I HAD a Jetta, and I was literally CONTINUALLY replacing electrical parts on it. Look at NHTSA.GOV, and look up the reliability and recall lists for the two of them, let that make the decision for you. Me, personally, I'll NEVER own another VW/Audi/Porsche. German built crap, all of them. I work with a doctor that has owned Mercedes and Porsche, and even HE says that he'll never buy another German car.
Is a white 1999 Volkswagon Jetta a girl car or a guy car?
It is a chick car. Not just because it is popular with girls. (There are cars that are popular with girls that are not chick cars.) It is a chick car because it mainly tends to be girls that buy a car "because it's cute" or "because it's nice." When a car has nothing else going for it, or some SERIOUS down sides apart from that, above and beyond the down sides of that type of car, then it is a chick car. A 99 Jetta is a chick car because people like it because it is "cute," AND it is perhaps the most notoriously unreliable car VW has ever made, without much else to distinguish it. edit: the Miata is NOT a chick car because they are, barring a few issues with early first generation and early 2nd generation cranks, among the most reliable cars in the world, they handle like few other cars in their price range (or indeed another 5-10k above that range, new), they have loads of potential (they take to turbos very well, for instance), and they do well on tracks and autocross. They illustrate the difference between a car that is merely cute, and a chick car.
It must be literal error, and author means VW Jetta GLI. Whether you're looking at a new or used Jetta GLI, you'll find competent handling, a strong turbocharged engine and solid European construction at a manageable price. I can suggest you visit https://usautoportal.com and find this car there
Going to stay with US models since I’m familiar with those, if you’re somewhere else you’ll have a lot more options since American buyers seem to despise wagons.Looking to stay w/ VW Group? From cheapest to most expensive:No longer available with the diesel engine, only the 1.8T- Golf Sportwagen:Want it w/ AWD and a more off-road look (higher ground clearance and wheel arch cladding)? The Golf Alltrack:Ready to move up in the VAG? Audi Allroad is the only Audi A4 variant available in the US:The A3 Sportback E-tron is a niche player:Volvo V60 is a really nice option, especially if you go nuts and get the Polestar version:Staying with Volvo, the bigger V90 is just gorgeous in my humble opinion:There are also some other options, including the Subaru Outback (more a crossover these days), Mercedes E-class, BMW 3-series wagon, etc. If you want to go older (out of production) you can add the Cadillac CTS wagon, the Dodge Magnum, etc. Most of the other cars like these I would consider hatchbacks, like the Subaru Impreza, Ford Focus, the new Chevy Cruze, Golf/GTI, etc.
Hey any volkswagon passat or jetta owners out there for advice?
I still get 31 city and 34 mpg on my 97 Jetta GL with the 2.0L engine and I have 208,000 miles. The diesels are good, but learn about normal maintenance before purchasing one. Parts are plentiful and you can find a great community here: www.vwvortex.com A lot of people here sell cars and parts. There are many, many aftermarket and places that buy wrecks for parts. Cheaper than buying new - for example, a VW Jetta taillight is $20-25 and are $50+ from the stealership. Just know the specific part number to ensure it will fit the model you have. If you can do work yourself, it will save money on most repairs. Look around for VW shops that have true enthusiast there as they will do a better job on repairs you cannot do. Also, buy a Bentley manual for you car as it is the most comprehensive I have seen. Very detailed on all aspects of the vehicle, down to light cover removal and bulb replacement to complete wiring diagrams. Avoid the automatic transmissions as they are more prone to problems than a 5-speed. And if you can buy the car outright, the money you will spend on repairs annually will be less than than the a couple of monthly payments on a new car (Unless you need an engine rebuild or transmission rebuild/replacement). But you have to keep the car maintained and don't let major issues go - get them repaired immediately. Mine still drives like new and handles great.
VW Jetta Engine conversion 2.0 4 cylinder to VR6 - what will I need?
All wheel drive is extremely difficult unless you are good at welding and have A LOT of spare time. Swapping to a VR6 is fairly straight forward. Besides the motor and transmission, you'll want to have a complete wiring harness matched to the engine from the tail lights forward. You will also need the ECU that matches the set up, and unless you have a dealership contact who can give you SKCs, the instrument cluster that's adapted to that ECU as well.
What is the difference between VW Jetta models, GL, GLS, GLX, GT, etc. Is the VR6 engine dependable?
For 1999-2005 models: GL is the base model GLS is a higher trim level (alloy wheels, moonroof etc) GLX is the top-of-line (leather etc) I have a 99 Jetta GLS VR6 with 80k miles on it. The VR6 is a joy to drive. The engine itself has been reliable. In any case, the car came with 10yrs/100k engine/powertrain warranty. But overall the car has not been very reliable. So far I have had to replace the engine cooling system (fan, thermostat, waterpump), catalytic converter, radio-antenna etc. The power door locks & anti-theft alarm misbehave regularly (won't lock/unlock properly). And ofcourse, there is the extra 100% german tax on any repair work done on the car. Any repair/replacement is double what comparable work would cost on a american/japanese car.
I would love to give a definite yes!! But of course I know that there are exceptions and what not, so instead I'll give my personal experience.I was 18 when I got my first car. I had loosely saved for a couple years, putting back sometimes all of my paycheck, most times 2/3s, and once in a while none. In all I ended up saving about $3,000.Browsing cars I had a different mindset than most people buying their first car. Instead of getting a cheap beater I could have right now, I wanted something that would last. I did tons of research. Researched for about 2–3 months before even test driving any cars.Back to the purchase and money and quality. Jettas are extremely reliable cars for the cost. You can get a newer used Jetta for $10–12,000. And i have many mechanics in my family that confirmed my line of thought-these cars will last you a lifetime if you take care of them, my uncle said. But he also warned me of what they are. German. They need top grade oil, parts are expensive, New light bulbs are upwards of $20. I needed to always have at least $500 in savings in case anything went wrong with it. Luckily, in a year of having Sandra, she has held up wonderfully. Her only problem is my back left doors window and lock panel does not work, so if I have someone back there, they must ask me to do it for them.So when purchasing my first car, Instead of buying a $3000 car, I went to a “Buy here, pay here” place and directly asked “Do you have any Volkswagen Jettas that are newer than a 2007?” And they brought me the keys of a 2009 silver Jetta S. I drove it for half an hour, came back, signed the papers and handed over exactly $3,560 in cash and financed the rest. 0% for 18 months. My new to me used car total cost was almost $8,600 and I already know she's not going anywhere anytime soon.Sorry for the long post, and sorry for how jumbled it is. Truth is, I was really into writing and research in high school and college, but since then, I never write anymore. (Thus why I downloaded Quora).
Difference between 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 and GLS 1.8t?
The numbers are the displacement or size of the engine. 1.8 = 1.8 liters or 1800cc(cubic centimeters). 2.0L = 2.0 liters or 2000cc(slightly larger) the L stands for liters the t stands for turbo charged 1.8t is the sporty engine while 2.0L is VWs base engine for that year It sounds like you are looking for basic transportation. I suggest going for the 2.0L model if it is an option. It is a very simple engine that costs less to operate, maintain and repair. I would be very cautious buying a 1.8t with this kind of mileage on it. It is a complex engine that can cost a bundle for repairs. One factor is the all of the extra parts bolted to the engine. More parts means more stuff that can possibly go wrong. If you get a chance go take a look under the hood. As a 5 year VW service tech I still cant tell you what all those hoses are called and are for. Often at the parts counter I ask for "that L shaped hose that always breaks". They know just the one I am referring to.
I'm about to buy a 1998 VW Passat...?
Depends on your situation. If you want a Great car that requires regular maintenance and inspection (either DIY or the local mechanic) go with the Passat. If you would rather have a car that is relatively worry-free then spend your money on a honda or toyota car and don't worry about keeping it maintained. I have a 02 Passat (same B5 platform, 1.8T engine) and love my car. I get 32.5mpg city and 40+ on the highway. However, I have to do my own oil change with synthetic oil and fill 'er up with premium 93 octane to get these great mpg numbers. I neglected to replace the timing belt after I bought the car at 100k miles and got hit with a $1800 repair when the belt broke. My friend's Camry had a broken timing belt and the repair cost him less than half as much as my repair. My opinion...the B5 Passat is by far a better car (better interior/design/performance/fuel economy/safety/et cetra). However keep some money reserved for expensive maintenance and repairs compared to Japanese/American cars that anybody will work on for cheap prices and that are more reliable in the first place as to avoid repairs. If you buy the Passat change the oil every 5k miles/ change the timing belt every 50k miles/ use premium gas/lube and you will love the passat. If you want a get-about car that is totally reliable save yourself the trouble of maintenance and buy a Camry/Accord/Corolla or the like.