ForeverMaker Posted May 20, 2013 Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 So after driving the Audi A6 for a few years I was getting restless for a manual daily driver. I didn't want a sedan and have always liked wagons so my options were a bit limited. Looked into several vehicles like Subarus, etc. and decided on a Jetta. One problem that was driving me a bit crazy (ask Aaron, haha)... was that was the new platform Golf (which the US Jetta Wagon is based on, not the American Jetta) is due out in about a year. I figured I could drive this for a few years then get into the new one if I wanted. Nobody knows when the wagon will actually arrive in the US anyway. I did not want a TDI, nav, leather, sunroof, etc. Just a base model. Surprising the SportWagen in base trim is VERY nice with bluetooth, heated cloth seats (odd?) etc. The 2.5L inline 5 isn't bad. I was worried with only a 5-speed it would feel like it needed another gear... but the ratios are really good and 5th is pretty low RPM on the highway. 3 pedals is all I need anyway... (mod plans in post 2) http://i.imgur.com/WlgxZJc.jpg http://i.imgur.com/4IJJ66j.jpg The wheels pretty much suck. Plans are to go aftermarket. http://i.imgur.com/Z1EZCbJ.jpg http://i.imgur.com/ixussvJ.jpg http://i.imgur.com/ks2P0k3.jpg http://i.imgur.com/Z10ELnw.jpg Added the Thule bars. http://i.imgur.com/YOvsPcL.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted May 20, 2013 Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 no tdi no care. Wanna run the accord ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted May 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 Mods: 35% ceramic tint within a week or so. 15% on the rear hatch. 17 or 18" wheels with new rubber. I have a bunch of options I will post soon. Coilovers depending on how the wheels look. Next summer probably. Thule bars already on. Trim, roof rails, etc is already matte black. 22ple coating next weekend. Already 303 fabric gaurded the interior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted May 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 no tdi no care. Wanna run the accord ? Yea had no interest in the TDI. Maybe my next one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleguy Posted May 20, 2013 Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 Nice daily! For such a low price these are very tempting options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
byhi Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 I like it. Those are great for a daily. The SportWagen is the higher trim of the Jetta choices and seemed to have more options and nicer all around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc1647545523 Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 Great wagon, even without the mods you're getting. Congrats! :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 heated cloth seats (odd?) etc. Welcome to 20 years ago. I like it. Those are great for a daily. The SportWagen is the higher trim of the Jetta choices and seemed to have more options and nicer all around. See below. was that was the new platform Golf (which the US Jetta Wagon is based on, not the American Jetta) is due out in about a year. Looking good man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 Great vehicle, minus lack of TDI. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImUrOBGYN Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizin01 Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 nice pickup. should be super handy. I didn't care much for the 2.5 in my rabbit at first but I really enjoy it now with a cheap intake and GTI exhaust. The mk6's have longer gearing which helps with fuel economy. My mk5 a bit too high strung. Oh and you can hack the shifter down about 1-1/2" if you want without any ill effects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 Mods: Debadge the hatch immediately 35% ceramic tint within a week or so. 15% on the rear hatch. 17 or 18" wheels with new rubber. I have a bunch of options I will post soon. Coilovers depending on how the wheels look. Next summer probably. Thule bars already on. Trim, roof rails, etc is already matte black. 22ple coating next weekend. Already 303 fabric gaurded the interior. FTFY Great family truckster. I'm definitely a fan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffro Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 Nice ride. When we pickin up chicks in it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted May 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 FTFY Yes, I will debadge soon. Nice ride. When we pickin up chicks in it? Should probably take the carseats out... or does that attract the ladies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LS_Sonoma Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 Should probably take the carseats out... or does that attract the ladies? It just lets them know you mean business. quick question - Where did you find info on the future wagon model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted May 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1082724_2015-volkswagen-jetta-sportwagen-previewed-by-vw-golf-variant Looks pretty sweet. It will come out after the new gti/golf arrives in the US... so who knows when and even if it will have a manual. (it should) So in a couple years I might pick one up. http://i.imgur.com/5U23FPd.png http://i.imgur.com/yoCsA6e.png Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGGU Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 About time. Needs to be lower Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LS_Sonoma Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 mk7 4motion and TDI would be amazing. Thanks for the link! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted May 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2013 (edited) ------ Edited June 12, 2013 by ForeverMaker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted June 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2013 Have been enjoying the 22ple on the car. Tint is scheduled in 2 weeks and I am very close to picking up some wheels. http://i.imgur.com/Y0Iw3Bx.jpg http://i.imgur.com/X8A5UAU.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted June 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 18" wheelzzzz and rubber are here. all washed up, sealed and ready to go. http://i.imgur.com/f8aDNRn.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franchi Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Those should look sexy on it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrendanB Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Love these things, in for pics with wheels! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTaylor751647545500 Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Those wheels are gonna look nice on there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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