Subject	Take a look at the new 2009 VW common rail TDI Jetta. Plenty
Posted by	whatsthegoodword on August 21, 2008 at 3:05 AM
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In Reply To	SZR: Gas prices = need a new DD posted by V.S. on August 21, 2008 at 01:24 AM
Message	of torque, exc mileage, and have among the best resale of any mass produced car. I made a checklist and have info on dealer invoice price, options, MSRP, some youtube demos, etc., see here: http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q_how_to/a5/jettachecklist.htm ]">jetta tdi info click here Mileage is in the 40's. You can also add cheap upgrades from the VW R36 or GTI/GLI because modders are always selling take-off parts. Yes I know a 90's geo metro gets great mileage too but the point is that it's a car with modern conveniences, good safety, and a decent looking car. From what I've heard, BMWs are not reliable. The new Jetta is recommended by consumer reports and has average reliabilty. Older ones are not as reliable and the older auto transmissions were bad. The new auto/DSG dual clutch transmission is good though. If you've never driven a DSG-type transmission, it removes all stigma from an "auto". PS, Dinero drove an 850 in the movie Heat. ..................................... myturbodiesel.com The turbodiesel FAQ, forum, and "how to" website. Distributor of Blazt Nissan consult diagnostic cables, Datascan, now with pocket pc PDA support and reseller of ConZult software. For more info, check out my ad in classifieds!
Follow Ups	SZR: Gas prices = need a new DD - V.S. 01:24:07 08/21/08 easily one of my favorite BMW's ever made (n/m) - LJZTT 01:29:36 08/21/08 2nd. I've always liked that thing. (n/m) - Pilot.P (NZ) 02:08:34 08/21/08 I drive a '99 BMW 323is (e36). It has ups and downs... - just4kinks 02:12:04 08/21/08 I've been told that after the late 90's, BMW's started to - V.S. 02:21:19 08/21/08 The 850 had a V-12 and the 840 had a V8. - Dave N 02:39:08 08/21/08 Youve heard wrong...:-) - Fly-Surf 09:40:10 08/21/08 That garage doesn't suck (n/m) - BigTDogg (MA) 09:46:59 08/21/08 Big 2nd. Wouldn't kick them out. (n/m) - Musashi Sword 10:04:21 08/21/08 I finally finished the drywall and electricals... - Fly-Surf 12:36:25 08/21/08 Even without, it's still a gorgeous stable! (n/m) - BigTDogg (MA) 20:12:36 08/21/08 But "BMW" doesn't roll off the tongue like "DeTomaso" ;) - SactoTodd 10:06:30 08/21/08 But all around...I'd say my ZX is best! - Fly-Surf 14:47:07 08/21/08 Pantera, love that ride (n/m) - CRAZZEPETE. 10:35:38 08/21/08 Take a look at the new 2009 VW common rail TDI Jetta. Plenty - whatsthegoodword 03:05:29 08/21/08 BMW 850i alpina is down right beautiful. - z-spott[HI] 03:26:44 08/21/08 Couple things about the 8 Series: - BobbyT 04:18:58 08/21/08 Pretty accurate... - Fly-Surf 09:42:21 08/21/08 Now is the time to buy an 8 series. Prices have tanked; - Gordo 93TT Daytona 10:55:52 08/21/08 Re: Now is the time to buy an 8 series. Prices have tanked; - Fly-Surf 12:31:44 08/21/08 Mk V GTi.....lots of fun and 25+ mpg.... - racer2fst 05:48:54 08/21/08 def. a widebody kit (n/m) - itsghoZt 14:04:15 08/21/08 http://www.terra2imports.ca/bmw/8-series/ (n/m) - jschrauwen 14:46:24 08/21/08 wow, my big tundra gets 16mpg :\ (n/m) - dpjax 07:15:40 08/21/08 I drive a 95 M3 and really enjoy driving it. It does - 300twinz (satx) 07:45:54 08/21/08 I almost bought one instead of the Z. Glad i didn't. - SuparexTT 09:01:30 08/21/08 You don't know what your missing. Hanging out - 300twinz (satx) 09:25:15 08/21/08 oh they arent hiding in the shadows, i have seen 2 here - pearlyellowtt 08:08:11 08/21/08 Not a great DD choice. Civic SI is fun and quick - BigTDogg (MA) 08:45:23 08/21/08 ...but FWD (n/m) - ENVYMYZ 09:27:25 08/21/08 I have a FWD Auto DD. No complaints at 33mpg - BigTDogg (MA) 09:39:15 08/21/08 2nd on the Si. - Josher 09:48:27 08/21/08 sounds like gas prices aren't the problem, reliability is. - SuparexTT 08:58:20 08/21/08 Domestic auto companies wont be able to step up to the plate - Tennyson (ATL) 09:27:45 08/21/08 they look better without the kit - gt300zxtt 09:50:46 08/21/08 more and more are coming over from japan - AxleZTTic 09:55:47 08/21/08 That's been one of my favorites since it came out. (n/m) - Musashi Sword 10:02:50 08/21/08 I almost bought an 850csi before I got my Z. - TriniTT 10:19:50 08/21/08 a friend of mine used to have an 850, he was a president - CRAZZEPETE. 10:33:33 08/21/08 A CRX model HF would be a great DD, 45 - 50MPG (n/m) - Zblackbeast 10:39:07 08/21/08 Bimmerfest.com ... Link inside - Gordo 93TT Daytona 10:48:37 08/21/08 My old 850i was nice but not dd material for someone>> - Zster (Big Red) 11:01:08 08/21/08 Agreed 100% - Fly-Surf 12:34:23 08/21/08 My DD is a '96 328is - it has been wonderful. - Becker 11:08:02 08/21/08 2nd on the reality check and mechanical problems - golden_1 11:27:34 08/21/08 Wow, I really appreciate everyone's feedback. However, I - V.S. 21:39:00 08/21/08 they like to break and suck to work on. been there,done that (n/m) - Halo Z 11:30:40 08/21/08 Chevy Colbalt - MrPulldown 11:38:26 08/21/08 Daily Driver - lazer(AK) 13:03:23 08/21/08 My '06 4.0 V-6 tacoma gets about 20-21 mpg. (n/m) - AZHeat 13:36:33 08/21/08 Re: SZR: Gas prices = need a new DD - jaidieray 15:24:49 08/21/08 Nice.. here's my friends... - Zleepertt(MD) 17:06:24 08/21/08 I have a 96 328 sedan. Love the car. - CameronSF 19:04:51 08/21/08
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