the dealer and I are about $1200 apart on price right now. I'm not that willing to budge...and I do have some reservations about getting the VW (or the Audi for that matter). There are positive stories, but they also have plenty of niggling issues. Every marque seems to have that though.
The problem with buying an old econobox is the cash out of pocket and potential out of pocket if it breaks. Like Rodeo said, after 40 I seem to like warranties and roadside assistance
Still pondering choices. But the lease looks like a non-starter. The problem is I have some minimum standards for performance and cush in my daily driver. If there is no bike in the picture, I want to get something entertaining and comfortable. And not a zillion dollars. And some style. And no clutch. Tall order I know...GTi/A3 is a good fit on paper.