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I just bought a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. What do you drive? (Also what do you think of Volkswagen in general?)
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Coolwhhip
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I dRive a 2020 Mercedes GLE. Got real cheap due to covid.
That's an electric car right? Wouldn't mind one of those for Christmas.
The Time Of Mario
Member
I own a Porsche 944, from the 80's, still going well nearly 40 years after it rolled out of the production line. (no, I did not have the car when it came out)
Awesome! My first car was a 88 944 n/a in Guards Red. That one met an unfortunate end due to an engine fire. Next and last Porsche so far was a 1986 944 Turbo in white from 01 until 07. Both were great cars outside of the whole engine fire situation...
Threeshotgamer
Banned
I drive a 2020 Jeep Gladiator. Never really had any experience with VW so I don't have an opinion.
GAMETA
Banned
Here is my Mercedes A200:
I'm already looking forward the next-gen 2021 C-Class
Beautiful car
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SLoWMoTIoN
Unconfirmed Member
Volkswagen? More reliable than a Chrysler vehicle I guess. The interior looks sleek but I'd never buy a German car assembled outside of Germany. Oh I drive a pos that I abuse daily. Looking to eventually buy a Toyota truck to ride around in again.
Guy Legend
Member
Current car: 2018 Audi S5 coupe
Previous car: 2004 Infiniti G35 coupe
Previous car: 2004 Infiniti G35 coupe
Big Baller
Al Pachinko, Konami President
White 2015 Lexus CT
DragoonKain
Neighbours from Hell
What I think of Volkswagen:
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teezzy
Banned
How'd you like driving a Mini? Looks like it'd be novel for a few days but would feel so cramped after a while. Bet the gas mileage is kino.
To be fair, I have the same thought about VW Beetles.
Erdrick
Member
I drive a 2008 Pontiac G6 that I bought a few years ago. Has low KM's for its age (pushing 150 000km's) and I just spent some $3000 over the past year fixing vital things like new tires so I don't die in winter, fixing a wheel alignment that was insanely off and repairing wiring on one of my front lights. Most recent was bushing replacement so it didn't sound like my body was gonna fly off my chassis while going over even the slightest bump.
Once I'm back working when this whole pandemic thing eases up a bit... I definitely would like to look into a more recent vehicle. Jetta was one I was interested in. Saw a used one here over the summer but not the best time for a purchase like that yet.
What I've got now ain't flashy, but it gets me to where I need to be going and is able to weather the harsh winters here.
I drove a 2006 Cobalt SS before that. Miss the sound system I had with that, along with audio controls in the wheel and most of all, a sunroof. Loved having that open on nights going for a cruise.
I've also heard good things about the VW Golf's although I've never been much of a hatchback person, myself.
Once I'm back working when this whole pandemic thing eases up a bit... I definitely would like to look into a more recent vehicle. Jetta was one I was interested in. Saw a used one here over the summer but not the best time for a purchase like that yet.
What I've got now ain't flashy, but it gets me to where I need to be going and is able to weather the harsh winters here.
I drove a 2006 Cobalt SS before that. Miss the sound system I had with that, along with audio controls in the wheel and most of all, a sunroof. Loved having that open on nights going for a cruise.
I've also heard good things about the VW Golf's although I've never been much of a hatchback person, myself.
Big Baller
Al Pachinko, Konami President
I'm not a big fan of the VAG group either. But they make good cars overall. Some models/ generations have their problems obviously. Mostly engines or electric stuff.
I am Dutch and live in the Netherlands so I don't know about their cars having worse build quality overseas. We have other standards and I believe car maintenance is better handled.
The Netherlands is one of the most expensive countries to drive cars however so yeah, you don't see big muscle cars or pickup's with V8's. Station wagons and hatchbacks are the norm but crossovers/SUVs are winning a lot of ground over the last decade or so.
BEV's, are the hot shit now and Tesla has been dominating for years. Never thought an American car could get so popular here.
I am Dutch and live in the Netherlands so I don't know about their cars having worse build quality overseas. We have other standards and I believe car maintenance is better handled.
The Netherlands is one of the most expensive countries to drive cars however so yeah, you don't see big muscle cars or pickup's with V8's. Station wagons and hatchbacks are the norm but crossovers/SUVs are winning a lot of ground over the last decade or so.
BEV's, are the hot shit now and Tesla has been dominating for years. Never thought an American car could get so popular here.
navii
My fantasy is that my girlfriend was actually a young high school girl.
It was the S model so it had some go to it. I actually loved the car for the first 3 years untill I had to start paying for the servicing (I have never received such high bills driving Japanese cars) as well as changing the break pads and tyres way too often. Then I had 2 major things go wrong with it, an engine mount (granted I did some super slow gravel road driving) and the aircon stopped working. Mechanic said just for the part ( a controller unit ) it will be $3,000 AU ($2,000 US), plus labour. BMW wanted about $200US per hour just to diagnose the problem. It was at this point that I said I don't like being fleeced anymore and went back to owning a Mazda. The Mini was my 3rd brand new car I purchased so I have some idea what to expect.
But the car is fun to drive with lots of character, and if I never had to pay for repairs and maintenance my love affair would continue, or at least if the costs weren't 3x the price and things didn't wear out 3x as quick.
Also for some reason I never been cut off so much in my life. People think it must be a girl driving the car or something. Speaking of girls, they really loved the car
Bitmap Frogs
Mr. Community
I don't drive anymore, I ride.
But when I drove I liked hot hatchbacks. My last one was a golf. I drove that one to the limit through mountain canyons until the engine gave up. RIP may you always frolick in the heavenly asphalt.
But when I drove I liked hot hatchbacks. My last one was a golf. I drove that one to the limit through mountain canyons until the engine gave up. RIP may you always frolick in the heavenly asphalt.
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kidfresh718
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70k sticker paid 55k NYC
rykomatsu
Member
2010 Honda Fit base (like seriously that base model with no options that are listed in the newspaper with a low low price that the dealer has 1 of to bring buyers into the dealership)
2014 Porsche 911 Carrera S
Had a 2015 BMW M235i before the 911.
Waiting and seeing how the Rivian R1T does - it's on my shortlist of trucks when we buy a truck in the near future.
2014 Porsche 911 Carrera S
Had a 2015 BMW M235i before the 911.
Waiting and seeing how the Rivian R1T does - it's on my shortlist of trucks when we buy a truck in the near future.
eddie4
Genuinely Generous
Just bought a new 2020 Jeep Cherokee two months ago, I got it for like $13k due to it being the last one and they wanted to get rid of it, pretty happy with it as it has keyless entry, keyless start, uconnect system with dual phone support, AWD, etc. It's nice not to have to take your key out to get into the car, or start it, etc. automatic lights, sensors, all that shit. It might not seem like a lot, but coming from a vehicle where you had to do all that shit manually, its a nice upgrade.
I wasn't really looking for a Jeep, but with that price and features, It seemed dumb to pass up on it.
I see a lot of VWs and they're decent vehicles. I know that in the Balkans, 80% of the people drive VWs, but they have like 200k km and still run, so I would assume they're reliable if you take care of them. I was looking into getting a Tiguan, but the Jeep ended up being a better deal.
I wasn't really looking for a Jeep, but with that price and features, It seemed dumb to pass up on it.
I see a lot of VWs and they're decent vehicles. I know that in the Balkans, 80% of the people drive VWs, but they have like 200k km and still run, so I would assume they're reliable if you take care of them. I was looking into getting a Tiguan, but the Jeep ended up being a better deal.
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cyber_ninja
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Mazda 3 Gran Touring and Kia Sorrento
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Mihos
Gold Member
Here is my Mercedes A200:
I'm already looking forward the next-gen 2021 C-Class
I have c- class cabriolet... I am looking at an e 450 cabriolet to replace it soon.
StreetsofBeige
Gold Member
Here is my Mercedes A200:
I'm already looking forward the next-gen 2021 C-Class
That's a slick interior.
Coolwhhip
Neophyte
Mazda 3 Gran Touring and Kia Sorrento
Nothing separate your and your neighbours gardens?
cyber_ninja
Member
Not yet, it's a brand new development. We are planning to plant some evergreens along the property line next year.
DaleinCalgary
Member
What year? edit: you said 2016 , you should be fine.
Older ones were known for needing new turbos, engine fans and the pcv takes out the rear main seal.
, you should be fine.Older ones were known for needing new turbos, engine fans and the pcv takes out the rear main seal.
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StreetsofBeige
Gold Member
Good idea. Worst thing about sharing front lawns (mine is open with neighbours on both sides) is that there's a chance they are lazy fucks (one is) where they almost never cut the lawn. Putting boundary markers like trees you are doing will nicely keep jerks beside you from making your property look bad with poorly kept grass blending in with your own.
cyber_ninja
Member
Luckily we have nice neighbors on both sides, they are all retired and take a good care of their property.
navii
My fantasy is that my girlfriend was actually a young high school girl.
I still like how that generation Mazda looks. Seems lots of people do too because I see many of them still in use. Great car, I had the hatchback.Mazda 3 Gran Touring and Kia Sorrento
macfoshizzle
Member
I also own a 2017 Tiguan sport. Only difference the sport I think is the bigger tire and the special rim. But I have 90k now, just got a tune up and running great again
teezzy
Banned
It was the S model so it had some go to it. I actually loved the car for the first 3 years untill I had to start paying for the servicing (I have never received such high bills driving Japanese cars) as well as changing the break pads and tyres way too often. Then I had 2 major things go wrong with it, an engine mount (granted I did some super slow gravel road driving) and the aircon stopped working. Mechanic said just for the part ( a controller unit ) it will be $3,000 AU ($2,000 US), plus labour. BMW wanted about $200US per hour just to diagnose the problem. It was at this point that I said I don't like being fleeced anymore and went back to owning a Mazda. The Mini was my 3rd brand new car I purchased so I have some idea what to expect.
But the car is fun to drive with lots of character, and if I never had to pay for repairs and maintenance my love affair would continue, or at least if the costs weren't 3x the price and things didn't wear out 3x as quick.
Also for some reason I never been cut off so much in my life. People think it must be a girl driving the car or something. Speaking of girls, they really loved the car
Yeah, I can't imagine that thing not getting roughed up in the snow here in Michigan. That was my biggest concern, or if I got into an accident dear lord. They are so cool looking. Especially after just watching The Bourne Identity.
Looks like a fun whip, but not the most convenient - especially, as you said, considering maintenance.
TheContact
Member
2016 mazda cx9. i love it.