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Just mentioning that in OT... I recently traded in my 996 and got one of these GTIs, 4 doors, commute, baby seat, the works...

The dealer casually mentioned that they could "chip" it, which is actually just a software upload (no physical modifications) and keep the warranty alive. I did that a week after I bought it, and after a measly $500, the little thing which was no slouch stock is now a damn pocket rocket !!!

250 hp and 265 lb/ft of torque, 28 mpg! F$%# me ! It feels practically as fast as the 996 did on the freeway thanks to that torque (not from a standstill, mind you, FWD is still FWD and you can spin the wheels if you are too eager in first)

This has got to be the best kept secret out there (at least it was to me)... $25K buys you a real 4 seater "commuter" that returns up to 30 mpg, has I pod integration, 18" wheels, on board computer and tire pressure sensors, and that little gem of a motor ! If it were rear wheel drive it'd be downright perfect!

My 83SC felt sluggish incomparison when I got it back form the shop with its new clutch, gonna have to lighten her up a bit to keep up... Anyway, just sharing my surprise with OT'ers, it's not like I sell VWs ;-) If you're looking for a commuter, give it a look...