I thought about saying GOODYE!....but I just don't know!

1_kLEan_tC · Joined: 04 Jun 2006 Posts: 2568 Location: Pleasant Hil CA

Hello,

I was thinking about getting rid of my tC for GTI.....I just got back from driving it...It kool, but not all that and a bag chips....I'm thinking I need more power like WRX or Lancer Ralliart. IF anything I might wait to get a 2009 because GTI is getting new styling and a new motor....So what does everyone else think.....if I do sell I will part out the car, but will be keeping my system component....

Jon · Joined: 18 May 2006 Posts: 1144 Location: Atlanta, GA

I'm in the same situation except with the GLI. Almost pulled the trigger and bought it but I changed my mind for now. :lalala:

1_kLEan_tC · Joined: 04 Jun 2006 Posts: 2568 Location: Pleasant Hil CA

I really want a GLI....too but those are hard to fine in red!

hawgs74 · Joined: 20 Oct 2005 Posts: 1466 Location: Conway, AR

Go for it

CDogbert · Joined: 10 Aug 2006 Posts: 1347 Location: POWAAAHH!!

1_kLEan_tC wrote: I was thinking about getting rid of my tC for GTI.....I just got back from driving it...It kool, but not all that and a bag chips....I'm thinking I need more power like WRX or Lancer Ralliart. IF anything I might wait to get a 2009 because GTI is getting new styling and a new motor....So what does everyone else think.....if I do sell I will part out the car, but will be keeping my system component....
The Lancer Ralliart is like the Porsche Cayman; you only get one if you can't afford an Evo (or Carrera). The WRX could be cool if it didn't look like it was the love child between an Aztek and a B9. And I personally hated working on my Jetta; flippin' German engineering made everything so needlessly complicated, and you have to take out a small loan just to afford an OEM headlight.

Try another list of cars. :(

ExpresScion · Joined: 27 May 2007 Posts: 1941 Location: PHILA.

I've never heard of anyone with a VW having a positive experience with it, and I know many people that have or had them. Please don't get rid of your car.

engifineer · Joined: 01 Nov 2004 Posts: 8113 Location: Minneapolis, MN

VW's havent been reliable since they built the original bug :) They are getting better than they have been, but I still am not all ready to trust them. Fun cars though. I drove a guys modded GTI at an autox test n tune, and it was fun to drive.

ack154 · Posted: 8/16/08 5:15PM Post subject:

If you look at a WRX, get a 2009 (the 5door isn't bad compared to the 4door for styling).

http://www.autoblog.com/2008/07/31/2009-subaru-impreza-wrx-265-hp-retuned-suspension-sti-tweaks/

I have a friend with a 2006 (or 2007?) Rabbit. It's been in the shop a lot. Even had his transmission and clutch replaced. I'd consider a Rabbit myself if it weren't for his issues. It's very nice when it's not in the shop. :)

Higgy · Posted: 8/16/08 5:15PM Post subject:

Im in the same boat except with a G37. Decided Im going to wait and keep the tC until after my next deployment and then Ill see what other cars I might be interested in.

reelknead1 · Joined: 12 Sep 2007 Posts: 78 Location: CT

Wait for the 2009's to come out they will have a little bit more power and should have a few new things. test drive the new one and decide after that. they are a fun car to drive and engine is so easy to tune. LOTS OF POWER 300+whp with a stage III. Just an APR reflash is going to give you 260 hp and 300 torgue! (crank power)

1_kLEan_tC · Joined: 04 Jun 2006 Posts: 2568 Location: Pleasant Hil CA

I know!....right now my scion wins in the power department! Also, I just might keep the scion paid off car or payments for other 60 months!

paulky_2000 · Joined: 21 Aug 2007 Posts: 1105 Location: Bowling Green, KY

ExpresScion wrote: I've never heard of anyone with a VW having a positive experience with it, and I know many people that have or had them. Please don't get rid of your car.

I beg to differ, sir. Then again...I built it myself!
:P

draxcaliber · Joined: 20 Sep 2006 Posts: 7673 Location: Maryland

i got a rental audi a3 2.0 t with an s-tronic gear box, which is pretty much a gti underneath, it is a pretty sweet car. but it lacked the personality of my tc though.

but yeah, engines that are factory turbocharged make more power easier than non turboed engines.

05FMtC · Joined: 16 May 2005 Posts: 1145 Location: san jose, ca

dayum.......my car is only mine for another year and a half too. my lil bro is getting it then :). but in the mean time if u do part out. let me know first...ill def pick up some parts.

kirk212 · Joined: 06 Aug 2006 Posts: 236

Sick car Paulky. Prob the coolest VW Ive ever seen. Is that a beatle motor in there? Either way it doesnt make me want a VW. Havent heard great things about them, and theyre way over priced and expensive to fix. My dads girlfriend has a GLI and I didnt find anything too special about it. My car would destroy it. Not mention it was like $33k back in 05..... with alot of options. I think VW and Audi is way over rated, unless your talking about the R8 or the Bugatti. You guys disappoint me with all of this talk.

flintMicaTC · Joined: 12 Aug 2006 Posts: 2661

...well i say get something 5x114 so i can get the wheels from you :lalala:

tcCAlI · Joined: 05 Mar 2008 Posts: 1328

im with ack, the new 2009 wrx is really nice.

HandsoffmytC · Joined: 10 Aug 2008 Posts: 271 Location: West Coast

mmmmm i was in the same situation but i decided to pay off my tC and use it for dd from vegas to california if i head out to vegas for college and buy a s2k cr for sexyness :X i wanted a GTI or a mazdaspeed3 before i got me a tc >.< but errr yeaaa things happened and i got it randomly. i dont hate it. i still love my tC :D

red123 · Joined: 05 Jan 2008 Posts: 30

man, you have one nice clean tc indeed! so why change? be smart get that car paid off and enjoy your investment. i know its tempting to get some other cool cars out there, coz of the power, complexity, etc. but "cool" good cars are not gonna stop coming out. so save that dough! :D unless of course money is not an issue for you

just a friendly advice, coz sometimes i feel the same thing...hehe...peace

FOBmarley · Joined: 28 Apr 2005 Posts: 69

if you get a new ride with power make sure you get stick this time!