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VW Golf

1529 messages,  Last post on Nov 04, 2012 at 3:48 PM

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What is this discussion about? Volkswagen Golf, Hatchback

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#1514 of 1529 Re: Possible to upgrade a 2.5 w/ genuine VW? [connoroh75] by jbaustian

Apr 11, 2011 (1:46 pm)

Replying to: connoroh75 (Mar 12, 2011 8:33 pm)
A dealer is unlikely to swap leather or leatherette seats out of a premium model, to install in a base model, because then he is left with a premium model with cloth seats.
 
You might be able to find the seats you want at a salvage yard, as any Golf, Jetta, or GTI from the same A5 platform has the same seat frame dimensions. So you might focus on GTIs or Jetta GLI's in your search for the right seats and trim.

#1515 of 1529 Why Golf TDI over Jetta TDI by lcw1

Apr 30, 2011 (9:31 am)

The Jetta is more spacious, gets same gas mileage so why byu the Golf instead of the Jetta or vice versa?

#1516 of 1529 Re: Why Golf TDI over Jetta TDI [lcw1] by vchiu

May 26, 2011 (12:45 pm)

Replying to: lcw1 (Apr 30, 2011 9:31 am)
Well, as a European living in an urban area, I value having a smaller car outside, while keeping inside accomodation as bearable as possible. The golf offers a decent compromise already with the praticability of a hatch.
 
The new jetta is nearly as big as the previous gen Passat. Imho, It is another class already.
 
It is true that buying the Golf is like paying more to get less sheet metal. This may also come because the Golf has a higher perceived image than the Jetta in this country.
 
Your question makes sense

#1517 of 1529 Small update by vchiu

May 26, 2011 (1:05 pm)

The Golf went past its 3000 miles mark. It has been used for a 1500-mile trip by our sales manager.
I drove it myself for a 400-mile return trip to the Futuroscope Theme park, 200 miles south west of Paris. The drive was enjoyable as I borrowed a GPS radar locator which allowed me to be more relaxed with speed limits.
This is not a detector. it is a GPS device that taps on a database filled by other drivers who press a button every time they come across a mobile speed trap. Works not bad.
 
The trip was done with the wife and two small children. This was an enjoyable experience with little drama. The engine goes effortless into triple digit. Most of the time, cruise control was set at 90, but on the stretch back , I followed a flow of cars going faster.
Despite this, fuel economy remained above 40 mpg which I think is reasonable.
 
Wind and road noise remained at reasonable, which made driving enjoyable. The downside is the lack of rear seat reclinment which forced the kids to sleep like in the economy class of an airliner.
 
The GPS worked well, although I went across an intersection which was not yet mapped in this 6-month old car.
 
This car gets dirty very quickly. Front rims get dark and dust collects quickly. Regretfully, not time to wash it weekly like in the Edmunds' fleet.
 
I guess I won't give any update until Fall, because I will mostly use my scooter to commute to work until weather becomes colder. Should anyone have question, pls don't hesitate to ask

#1518 of 1529 Re: Why Golf TDI over Jetta TDI [lcw1] by kmaurer

May 30, 2011 (1:41 pm)

Replying to: lcw1 (Apr 30, 2011 9:31 am)
If you look at the interiors of the two models, you will see a GREAT difference between the two. The Jetta was decontented for 2011. The plastics are harder and cheaper (you can see the mold lines), the onboard computer does not have as many options, there are no rear vents, etc. Definitely take a look at the two models & you'll see the difference. The Jetta also has a cheaper suspension system. The Jetta is no longer a "premium" car like it used to be. If it were me, I would go for the Golf anyday.

#1519 of 1529 V W Golf Braking problem by gentleman

Nov 03, 2011 (10:52 am)

V W 2008 Golf 2.0 Turbo Diesel DSG Transmission, the problem I have is that when braking gently to a standstill, as the gearbox changes down, the servo assistance increases to such an extent that smooth braking is hard to achieve, IF I shift into neutral before braking, braking is smooth and controlled. Obviously manifold vacuum is increasing as the car shifts to lower gears BUT WHY is this making braking so difficult ? Is there a vacuum regulator somewhere ? My dealership refuses to accept that there is a problem

#1520 of 1529 Diesel Engine Problem by kbabs

Dec 06, 2011 (9:29 am)

Hello. My 2011 Volkswagen Golf - TDI (diesel) died on me yesterday. I was driving on the freeway when the "diesel engine malfunction" light came on. The car proceeded to lose power. I was able to pull over to the side of the road and turn the car off. It now will not start. This car is only 8 months old and had had no accidents or problems. Any ideas what this might be? Was it a mistake to buy this car?

#1521 of 1529 Re: Diesel Engine Problem [kbabs] by shipo

Dec 06, 2011 (9:57 am)

Replying to: kbabs (Dec 06, 2011 9:29 am)
Two possibilities:
 
 - You accidentally fueled with gasoline instead of diesel
 - The station where you've been buying diesel has fuel with insufficient lubricity
 
If either of those are the case, then your car is going to go in for an expensive repair as the entire fuel system will need to be replaced. If the issue is low-grade diesel, your dealership might pick up the tab, however, if gasoline is in the tank be prepared for a repair upwards of $8,000.

#1522 of 1529 Re: Diesel Engine Problem [kbabs] by seamist

Dec 06, 2011 (4:31 pm)

Replying to: kbabs (Dec 06, 2011 9:29 am)
It could be that your fuel gelled. If temperatures are below freezing, simply add FPPF Fuel Power (one bottle treats 200 gallons) every time you fuel up. This will save you a LOT of headaches.

#1523 of 1529 Re: Diesel Engine Problem [seamist] by shipo

Dec 06, 2011 (5:30 pm)

Replying to: seamist (Dec 06, 2011 4:31 pm)
This time of year fuel gelling is highly unlikely. If the OP lives in an area where the temperatures get that cold, local diesel fuel will already be a winter grade or have winter additives.

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