[s-cars] Thinking about a VW

[LL - NY]

FWIW, my Mom's Passat 4motion V6, while a decent car, overall
a really nice family wagon (although I was surprised that it wasn't
able to swallow doors with the hatch closed and me (5'5") driving. I
was able to do that with a first gen Subaru Legacy). But I think
compared to driving an UrS you'd be rather disappointed with
the drivetrain. They're only availible with a 5 sp auto and they have
merely adequate power at highway speeds. Decent chassis dynamics,
even stock (as a family car). Okay, but unexceptional brakes.

I'd assume (from what I read) that the sport package W8's would fix
all that, but what I'm saying is you'd unlikely be too thrilled with a
V6 Passat.

LL - NY


On 12/21/05, Brian Armstead <barmstea at ibb.gov> wrote:
>
> Just realized I drove the V6 for that review.  I have also driven the W8
> Passat, but was left less than impressed with the motor.  I'd opt for a
> V6 version instead.
>
> Brian
>
> Nic Bode wrote:
> >
> > I am seriously considering an 03 Passat W8 4 motion wagon 6 speed, 15K
> mi.
> > White on black, tinted and the sport suspension with the 2 piece BBS. I
> > would have to sell my 93 UrS4 pearl on black with 99K on the clock and
> many
> > mods. I like the VW and the family would work better in it. Before you
> all
> > want to buy my car, any opinions on the VW? It has everything plus a
> > warranty. Just curious what you all think. I can take the heat.
> >
> > Nic
> >
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