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Originally Posted by recycled sixtie
After two years of ownership of my 2001 Boxster I am finding that keeping it running to my satisfaction is quite demanding. Another winter is coming up and I am looking for something more suitable.
I need your opinion on the VW Jetta GLI or any kind of 2013 Jetta(even up to 3 years old) How reliable has your Jetta been in say the last two years? Any issues? How good are they at honoring their warranty? I would likely buy new only. No TDI thanks.
Apparently the GLI has twin turbo - any issues?
Went to a dealer to check out Mazda 3's. But looking at 2nd hand in the used lot I see rusty ones that are 2006. So I question whether long term quality is there in the Mazda 3.
Have not totally ruled out Toyota Corolla yet but we already have a Camry. Ford Focus is another possibility. Subaru maybe.
Priorities are:
Fun to drive
Reliable
Must honor warranty
Would appreciate your input!
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1) GLI has a single turbo. 200hp. Premium fuel required. Frequent oil change interval.
2) GLI is NOT the same as a base or 2.5l car. They are a GTI with a trunk, in that they have independent rear suspension, rear disks, 6spd manual or DSG.
Focus are made in Mexico too. Audis will also be built in Mexico.
I have a 2005.5 Jetta 2.5l (Also Mexican built). 135K miles. Warranty covered items: Coil packs at 80K miles. That's it. Replaced rear brakes around 60K miles. Still have original front brakes. 2 sets of tires. Purge valve replaced at 110K miles. The 2.5 (while not powerful) with synthetic calls for 10K mile oil change intervals.
VW still has a 10 or 12 year corrosion warranty (like most german makes). Jap cars tend to only have a 3-5 year corrosion coverage plan.