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2009 Volkswagen Jetta - Somewhat Satisfied
My 2009 Volkswagen Jetta has always been a reliable and dependable vehicle. The exterior has held up well in the summer heat of Florida with exception of peeling of clearcoat on one vertical window post. Interior-wise, the dash panel is layed out well and accessing all controls is straightforward. The vehicle has cruise control which is excellent for long highway trips. There is ample headroom and adjustable seats to allow lowering and raising of seat height. The steering wheel tilts to allow adjustment to correspond to seat height adjustments. The rear seats have A/C vents installed in the center console to allow for additional cooling. The leg room could be longer for the rear seat occupants but overall is satisfactory. The headliner needs to be more durable since it is starti... (more)
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The vehicle allowed me to pack 6 wardrobe boxes in the back seat an transport safely to my residence
Pros
This is a dependable vehicle with good overall gas mileage. The engine compartment allows for easy monitoring of critical fluid levels and refilling of fluids, oil, coolant and windshield washer. The fuses are located conveniently and allow for easy access should a fuse blow. The ignition key is recessed into the key control and is released with a push of a silver button. This protects the key from accidental damage. The interior control panel is laid out well with critical function clearly displayed and warning lights accompanied by a chime for alerts. Map and interior light are easil... (more)
Cons
The exterior paint job on this vehicle has some problems withstanding the heat of Florida. One of the door posts has peeling clear coat, and the paint underneath has become brittle and peels off. The vehicle headlights become oxidized over time and are resistant to easy cleaning. The key controller is sensitive to touch and while in your pocket you can accidently unlock the doors or the trunk. The interior roof liner can not stand up to prolonged heat and will become detached and shrink from the plastic housing on handles, roof posts, center interior light, and from front interior light... (more)
2009 Volkswagen Jetta - Jetta is an OK car.
I have owned a VW Jetta for seven years now; all in all, this is a nice little vehicle. It has reliable transportation with a decent mpg rating.
Pros
It has a five-cylinder engine which gives it plenty of power. It has multiple options for shifting. It comes with an automatic transmission, sport, and manual shifting settings. The standard automatic gives very adequate response to demand. The sport setting does provide for quicker response but at a cost of lower mpg. The manual shifter gives one the feeling of being able to be a "Mario Andretti." Seriously, this setting could be useful in sand and snow conditions where you may need to use a lower gear to get through these obstacles. The trunk is large at least a "two-body trunk." ... (more)
Cons
This vehicles interior does not stand up well to high environments. The glue holding the interior headliner and side inserts becomes dry, and the fabric will pull free from the car. The headlights will glaze over reducing the distance you can see. You will have to use a product like CLR regularly. However, there is a tutorial on YouTube about cleaning and resealing the lights so they do not glaze again. If you live in the south or a especially hot region, make sure to evaluate your battery at least once every year. The manufacturer battery is not robust.
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2014 Volkswagen Jetta - Bert Smith Bmw Porsche Volkswagen Subaru Saint Petersburg
Their customer service is excellent, they bend to every wish and whenever I bring in the car for a service I'm in and out quickly. I always ask for little favors (i.e. free maintenance, washing my car, replacing wiper blades) and they do those for free as a courtesy. I had been to another VW dealership closer to me and I felt so much pressure to make a decision then and there. I came here and felt great and there was no pressure at all from the salesman I worked with.
2015 Volkswagen Passat - Volkswagen Of Ocala
This is the second car I bought from this dealership and they really focused on loyalty and made me feel like they appreciated my repeat business. The salesperson was so down to earth and spoke to me like a friend instead of like someone trying to sell me a car. The salesperson was really good at highlighting things he thought I would like. Also, I was able to get a great deal on the car and secure financing without much hassle. The experience was not bad considering the process of buying a car.
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