thomaspartlow
New member
- Joined
- Apr 27, 2002
- Location
- Whitby, ON
This is my first post but I have enjoyed reading this forum for several years (on and off). I met several members at TDI Fest 2002 in Michigan and had a great time with my nephew "SUDS". Thanks guys! My question is, I currently own a 2000 TDI Jetta automatic and have been reasonably happy with the car, however, I think I might have purchased a relative "lemon". It has had several problems (computer relay failed and the car had to be towed, engine seal went and timing belt had to be re-replaced-not on warranty, $300 labour-wiring problem, window-lift broken, not to mention cup holders and glove-box plastic that breaks) Did I mention the approx. 10 cents per kilometre I saved in fuel for the last 130,000 kms compared with our previous Nissan Quest! My local dealer (Cedarbrae VW where Fred bought his wagon) is great to me and have suggested that I trade up to a 2004. They suggest that I have had more than average problems with my car. I am concerned that I might be better keeping my suspected "lemon" or upgrading to a 2003 and that Pumpe-Duse may be relatively unproven technology and that I may be into another series of problems. Do you think I would be better with a 2003 deal or go with the 2004? We are going with the automatic because my wife doesn't drive standard. I also liked the Tiptronic option for myself on the 2004 vs the 2003. Any advice?