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Re: You Have to be Insane to Buy an Eos [schnitzel1]
by trackula
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Apr 06, 2009 (3:21 pm)
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Replying to: schnitzel1 (Apr 06, 2009 1:14 pm)
We've had our Eos 14 months (17,000 mi.) and it burns not a drop of oil, the cabin does not leak and it is a joy to drive and own. The mileage is outstanding, averaging 29.5 mpg. I've always owned Japanese makes because of the quality and reliability and so far the Eos is as good, with higher quality interior materials and fit/finish that rival the best. All this from an owner who takes very good care of the car, lubing the seals every few months, and changes oil and filters on schedule. I expect an occasional rattle from the rear due to the complexity of the top mechanism. We've never had to take the car back to the dealership and the only issue at scheduled maintenance was a headlight beam adjustment.
I have no complaints and nothing but praise for this car. I do wish VW had more consistent build-quality and a better customer care network through their dealerships.
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Re: You Have to be Insane to Buy an Eos [trackula]
by superdogsteve
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Apr 06, 2009 (3:42 pm)
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Replying to: trackula (Apr 06, 2009 3:21 pm)
It is my understanding that only the 2.0L and 2.0L Turbo are the engines that burn oil. If you purchase the 6 cylinder you won't experience the oil consumption.
I had my EOS for 21 months and could not stand the oil consumption anymore so I traded it off. I took a big loss on it, but I was very frustrated with VW customer care.
I absolutely loved the vehicle and if I had it to do again, I would buy it again, but with the more expensive 6 cylinder engine. Hind sight is 20/20.
My VW dealer was very sympathetic, but since I was not burning 1 qt or oil per 1000 miles yet they would not do anything.
For anyone reading this, the EOS is an awesome car, just stay away from the 2.0L engine. Actually any VW with the 2.0L burns oil from what I read on the Internet, Jetta, Passat, Beatle the VW 2.0L is just bad news.
VW really needs to address this because it will give them a bad reputation.
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- #111 of 137
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2009 VW EOS
by ddepke1
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May 19, 2009 (6:05 pm)
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I LOVE this car. Just bought it last week and have had so much fun driving it. My daughters love it and enjoy comments they get from people (especially with the top down. I have the Komfort automatic model with 17" wheels. I compared this car to the BMW and Lexus convertibles and hands down...this is the best convertible out there for the price and financing. I bought my from David Rucker at the Keffer VW dealership in Huntersville, NC. He is the best sales person I have ever dealt with and I am super critical.
Pam Emerson
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Re: RE; Trunk of Eos [eosinseattle]
by mccher74
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Jun 04, 2009 (2:33 pm)
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Replying to: eosinseattle (Mar 01, 2009 5:27 pm)
I disagree, my clubs fit in my trunk fine. I almost thought I could fit my friends in as well but it was just too snug. So without the screen in the back I was able to fit two sets nicely. It was actually a deciding factor for me when researching. Other convertibles just didn't have the same space. Saab's convertible also had decent space.
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Eos is fun car but "jumpy" surges in stop & go traffic
by bigbadbarney
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Jun 09, 2009 (12:33 am)
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The dealer told me the "jumpy" transmission in stop & go traffic is normal. However, this surging feels like it is very hard on the transmission. How much "banging" does it take to ruin the transmission. I tried to get used to it, but passengers ask me "what is wrong with my car". This surging  is like driving a stick with someone popping the clutch all the time.
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Re: You Have to be Insane to Buy an Eos [superdogsteve]
by eos_owner99
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Jul 01, 2009 (8:14 pm)
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Replying to: superdogsteve (Apr 06, 2009 3:42 pm)
Just joined edmunds today to research oil consumption issue. Have a 2008 EOS (2.0 litre Turbo) and cannot go between standard maintenance intervals without running low of oil. Have started VW's 'oil consumption monitoring plan' which sounds like bull to me however want to follow the rules so when I ask for a new one they can't say I didn't oblige them. I have 2 issues, (1) I'm concerned about engine damage because I've run low on oil twice now (although I did take it in to VW as soon as the low oil light came on) and (2) it looks like an engineering problem with this type of engine which cannot be fixed. Documenting everything and will be writing to VW shortly. Any recommendations from others who have dealt with VW previously? I am not getting much help from the local dealer...they say they get their direction from Germany. 
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Re: You Have to be Insane to Buy an Eos [eos_owner99]
by superdogsteve
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Jul 02, 2009 (4:11 am)
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Replying to: eos_owner99 (Jul 01, 2009 8:14 pm)
I read online that if you can get them to rebuilt the motor the oil consumption stops. You are doing the right thing with the oil consumption study. Good Luck!
The EOS is such a fun car, the 2.0T is such a disappointment.
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Re: Excessive Oil Consumption [VWEosMystery]
by jws6
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Jul 09, 2009 (5:47 pm)
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Replying to: VWEosMystery (Dec 21, 2008 7:23 pm)
YES - we have the same problem and same crap line from VW on the 600 mile "rule " which is bull sh_ _! In addition to this problem it leaks water very badly and grows mold and effects my wifes lungs its aweful! They have replaced all the carpet and its been in 3 times for themold and water problem but still not fixed. I have contacted my attorney as I am going to try and turn it in under the lemon law! Never again will we buy a VW because they know of these problems and will not step up and address the problem head on!
RUN RUN RUN as fast as you can away from this car its a nightmare!
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Re: thinking of buy a volkswagon EOS lux [sue55]
by jws6
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Jul 09, 2009 (5:54 pm)
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Replying to: sue55 (Jan 01, 2009 9:47 pm)
OMG stay away from the EOS! Its a nightmare! engine problems, burns oil like its going out of style and leaks water very badly! This is a problem with all of them, its all over the internet! STAY AWAY! My buddy nought the Volvo c70 for his wife and had major transmission issues at 25,000 miles then it was one thing after another so he got rid of it! Sorry for all the bad news but I had to tell you. I'd go look and find a Toyota of some kind you cannot go wrong, they run for ever with no maintenance issues. we bought 6 tundras for company they have between 120,000 and 200,000 none of them have had any issues at all! FYI----
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Re: Love my Eos! [eoslover]
by jws6
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Jul 09, 2009 (5:59 pm)
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Replying to: eoslover (Aug 27, 2006 7:42 am)
My wife loved hers at first also but its been a nightmare! leaks water real bad in trunk and smells like mold all the time. Burns a ton of oil which is a major problem with all of them its all over the internet! watch the oil closely the light will not come on! Just want you to be aware!! My wife loves driving the car but these problems over shadow the joy!
FYI
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