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143 messages, Last post on Nov 22, 2009 at 6:29 AM
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Replying to: milkman1 (Mar 05, 2009 7:05 pm) Chances are: 1) The dealer performed the oil changes using their oil (either the bulk 5w30 oil or a hydrocracked " (petroleum base stock) synthetic" oil which meets the minimal VW 502.00 spec). 2) The owner changed the oil himself with a motor oil that does not conform to VW 502.00 or VW 503.01 spec. 3) The owner didn't adhere to the 5000 mile oil change interval (went over the 5000 mile interval a few times. I have two 1.8Ts with 135,000 and 98,000 miles, respectively. No sludge. Not even a hint of sludge. Would you like to know why? Before I reveal the answer, see this link for a background of synthetic oils: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Synthetic_oil Based on my nearly 30 years of VW ownership (as both a mechanic and a regular owner), here's my secret - I use Group IV (synthetic base stock) motor oils that are on the VW 502.00 list. The handful of VW 502.00 spec Group IV motor oils available in this country include: Mobil 1 0w-40 European Formula Motul 8100 X-Cess 5w-40 (My preferred motor oil) Elf Excellium NF 5w-40 (Formerly known as Excellium LDX) The newer VW 503.01 Spec Group IV motor oils (which your friend's GLI should have been using) available in this country include: Mobil 1 0w-40 European Formula Castrol Syntec 0w-30 (Bottle must say MADE IN GERMANY) All other oils on the VW 502.00 spec sold in this country consist of dino-based "Hydrocracked" Synthetics. I refuse to use the Hydrocracked Group III motor oils. Period. End of Story. Anyone who doesn't do the research and sweat the details on the oil isn't the "master of detail" that they appear to be.. But don't take my word for it. I will gladly refer you to my colleague Shipo for his knowledgeable perspective on this topic.
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Mar 06, 2009 7:46 am) not un-cool like the Accord coupe & Altima coupe I understand the reasoning...2 comfortable seats in the back as opposed to 3 uncomfortable ones, but I need 3 uncomfortable ones for small children  I loved the CC (except the no nav with manual) but the 4 seats excluded it from my list...
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Replying to: ivan_99 (Mar 08, 2009 11:49 pm)  it really is in my opinion. Well, perhaps the car will sell like the EOS, with no real incentives on it. I would think the would need to offer something, as the current passat is not selling to hot. The same Passat I test drove last year 08 Spring, is still their on the lot. New. I love the CC too, my mom and I sat in one at a car show! Love how you sit back snug in the drivers seat. The leather felt so good. I could possibly get by without the 5th seat. But, I certainly won't pay over cost for one on a lease. Other cars will shine better on lease deals. Even the new Acura's out now are selling for amazing deals.
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Mar 09, 2009 7:45 am) This was for a CC sitting in port (or just came in); base/manual. I don' think there is much room to go under invoice, but it certainly is a good starting point.
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Replying to: ivan_99 (Mar 09, 2009 1:44 pm) |
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Replying to: ambuono (Oct 19, 2008 9:28 am) The one thing that bothers me is reliability. Not sure I want a first year car. My old room mate had an older Passat, and made sure it was long gone before the warranty ran out. One thing after another. How has the CC been? Have you owners had any problems? After a Toyota, I can't/won't live with that. What kind of real world mileage figures are you seeing?
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Replying to: 55396 (Mar 24, 2009 9:48 pm) I think you mean 3600lbs... which is about inline with all 6cyl cars of this size (meaning too heavy )
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Replying to: ivan_99 (Mar 25, 2009 10:23 am) I think you mean 3600lbs... " Just quoting the salesman. I asked the weight. He guessed 3100. I said More like 3600. He found the label on the door post and said Wow. 4600#. We were both wrong. I didn't verify.
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Replying to: 55396 (Mar 25, 2009 10:31 am) kcram - Pickups/Wagons Host
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Replying to: kcram (Mar 25, 2009 7:50 pm) Now that makes much more sense. More what the car felt like. At first the salesman couldn't find it and went in to ask, therefore I didn't question it, and we got off on something else. Thanks for clarifying it. It just didn't sound right. |
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