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#80 of 141 Re: should i purchase EOS? [stunacht] by flheat Feb 24, 2008 (7:34 am)
Replying to: stunacht (Feb 23, 2008 9:01 pm) I did test drive both and the C70 engine is lathargic compared to the Eos 2.0T. The 2.0T is a very good engine and the 6 cyl in the Eos is not needed. You also have better road feel in the Eos and an overall better driving experience. Save 10 grand and buy the Eos. Replies to this message: stunacht (Feb 24, 2008 10:40 am) superdogsteve (Feb 25, 2008 5:22 am) nmack (Jun 28, 2008 8:10 am) superdogsteve (Jun 28, 2008 8:39 am) VWEosMystery (Dec 21, 2008 7:18 pm)
#81 of 141 Re: should i purchase EOS? [flheat] by stunacht Feb 24, 2008 (10:40 am)
Replying to: flheat (Feb 24, 2008 7:34 am) Thank you so much. My son was thinking that the 2.0T would be sluggish when getting on the freeway. Whew thanks for the advice. Really want a convertible but after reading EOS posts last night was afraid it had some serious headaches. Again thanks. Replies to this message: superdogsteve (Feb 25, 2008 5:22 am)
#82 of 141 Re: should i purchase EOS? [stunacht] by rob60657 Feb 25, 2008 (8:37 am)
Replying to: stunacht (Feb 23, 2008 9:01 pm) I don't think the C70 has the operable sunroof as well as the retractable hardtop. I drove the 2.0T and the 3.2 and the turbo is much quicker. I wish I could have gotten the bi-xenon headlights that come with the bigger engine but so what. I've experienced many of the little glitches mentioned in these forums and still love my EOS. Can't wait to put my top down, crank up my dynaudio system and paddleshift my way through the twisties.   rob60657
#83 of 141 Re: should i purchase EOS? [stunacht] by superdogsteve Feb 25, 2008 (5:22 am)
Replying to: stunacht (Feb 24, 2008 10:40 am) I have had an EOS since May '07, and would not trade it for the world. It is so much fun to drive, and the 2.0L turbo is great! I have not had any leaks at all, but have experienced the 'roll back" it is not a huge deal once you get used to it. I experienced the same thing with a Chevy Impala I rented at the airport once.   The fun of an EOS completely out weighs any of the tiny problems and character the car might have.   One recommendation is the darker interior, because our light tan gets dirty quick and you have to dry wipe the dirt first, otherwise if you use a cleaner it is set in the leather for life. I learned that the hard way. This is my first convertible with such a light color interior. If you use the wind shield over the back seat, the dirt is even worse because it gets trapped on the seat by the wind collecting under the shield.
#84 of 141 New 08 2.0T Flawless so far by trackula Mar 08, 2008 (12:03 pm)
We took delivery a couple of weeks ago and have nothing but praise for the car. Fit, finish, quality materials, comfort and performance are beyond our expectations. No leaks yet, but we personally lubed all seals as soon as we brought it home. Went through a fairly high pressure "touchless" wash with no leaks found. Fuel economy was 29.7 on the first tank with 80% highway driving. The only issue is a very slight headlight beam misalignment. The buying experience was great and we'd do it all over again.   Thanks to all who have posted their experiences. It really helped in the few weeks we researched the car before buying. I had some reservations due to the leak issues but decided to take the chance and I'm now glad we did.   Does anyone out there have 40,000 miles or more yet on their Eos? Just wondering how the reliability has been and whether the driveability has degraded at all. Replies to this message: eosluvr (Mar 16, 2008 9:03 pm) trackula (Mar 17, 2008 3:10 am) eosluvr (Mar 17, 2008 2:30 pm) eosinseattle (Feb 26, 2009 10:40 am)
#85 of 141 Re: New 08 2.0T Flawless so far [trackula] by eosluvr Mar 16, 2008 (9:03 pm)
Replying to: trackula (Mar 08, 2008 12:03 pm) I just passed 27,000 miles on my 2.0T. I purchased mine in Sept. 06 and fell in love. In Dec. 06 the turbo system imploded and the dealer had to replace the entire turbo system. Since then I haven't had any problems. In one thread someone mentioned the trunk not staying open long enough to get to it from the drivers seat. I have the same problem but that is pretty minor. I'm just too lazy to have the dealer fix it. I don't want to give up my car for that long. I drive about 90 miles a day round trip to work and my average mileage is about 30mpg. I have driven on longer trips and gotten as much as 35mpg. Overall the car is a blast to drive. No degradation of performance at all Replies to this message: trackula (Mar 17, 2008 3:10 am) eosluvr (Mar 17, 2008 2:30 pm) eosinseattle (Feb 26, 2009 10:40 am)
#86 of 141 Mod4cars module experience by eosluvr Mar 16, 2008 (9:10 pm)
I'm thinking of installing a module that will alter the operation of the top and other features. I was wondering if anyone else has one of these modules? How is the performance? Any problems with installation or electrical issues? The module is from a company named Mods4Cars. They make roof operation modules for many of the German cars.   thanks for any info
#87 of 141 Re: New 08 2.0T Flawless so far [eosluvr] by trackula Mar 17, 2008 (3:10 am)
Replying to: eosluvr (Mar 16, 2008 9:03 pm) Glad to hear you are having fairly good luck with the car. I'd like to see one of the major car mags do a long-term test on the Eos. Was there any indication from the dealer as to what caused the Turbo implosion, and how long did you wait for parts? The only VW dealer here is 150 miles away. Replies to this message: eosluvr (Mar 17, 2008 2:30 pm) eosinseattle (Feb 26, 2009 10:40 am)
#88 of 141 Re: New 08 2.0T Flawless so far [trackula] by eosluvr Mar 17, 2008 (2:30 pm)
Replying to: trackula (Mar 17, 2008 3:10 am) That was the REALLY bad part about the turbo failure. I had only owned the car for 3 1/2 months when it happened. When I took it to the dealer they said they would have to order parts. Then they told me that I could still drive the car if I wanted while the parts were on order. That wasn't a good sign. I refused the car because I had almost been involved in numerous wrecks because I couldn't accelerate. Short story, they had the car for 26 days. 4 more days and they would have owned the car because of the Cailfornia lemon law. Needless to say I was VERY upset with the dealer. I fell out of love with the car very quickly but after driving it since I haven't had any more problems.

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