Which tdi should i buy

That engine is good for about , miles if the proper oil has been changed regularly. After that, there was a few years of the Pumpe-Duse engine The camshaft has 4 additional lobes to drive high-pressure fuel pumps for each cylinder. It requires a very special oil and the camshaft still may disenagrate. Automatics are too inefficent and waste engine-power.

So you are protected from rust for a very long time no matter which VW you chose. Now I drive a TDI Sportswagen which gets about 43 mpg and climbing , and its 2l CR engine provides a lot more power than the older ones. If you are looking to buy used, well, the Sportswagen has only been out since Both years models are pretty pricey, and a few of the 's have expensive issues with their HPFP.

Apart from that, with regular upkeep correct oil, TB changes etc these cars can last for many many miles. The models are said to be cheaper VW trying to gain market share so some might go for new over used. I think if you drive a lot long distances! Isn't the Jetta SportWagon the same as ?

I understood that VW did not change the wagon yet, so for it will still be the old model and will not match up with the lower cost one until September The DPF diesel particulate filter and catalytic converter have to be replaced. September edited September So sorry you feel gyped Have you read it? I am estimating you can save several thousand dollars with some education. Yes, it is usually dealers who cost the money, But who are you going to trust wilth changing the timing belt?

Are you saying the Tdi is a good value because everyone should change their own glow plugs? And you are the first person I have heard read emmisions manual - so what was your point on that - Read so you are less uncomfortable about major part failures? Lastly, Do i really need to join a club to own an economical vehicle Steve.

No windshield washer fluid. Tires flat, tread low. Will need replaced within a year. Flat tires and dead battery upon arrival indicate neglect. May also need new battery. Test drive - Drives and handles fine.

Suspension is ok. Brakes are severely worn and will need replaced immediately. Overall assessment - Mechanically uncertain and questionable. Interior is restorable with investment.

Exterior and safety features need work. In other words, the vehicle has major work needed to drive safely and with a reasonable comfort, which will take significant additional investment.

Appreciate any comments or questions. P2B Top Post Dawg. I would not buy a vehicle which is so obviously suffering from from lack of maintenance and pride of ownership, but the bones may be good so if you are able to do the copious amount of catchup maintenance required yourself it may be worth investing at most.

Mongler98 Top Post Dawg. The question is at what cost. Can you do better with 4 grand to get K miles. IMO for less than the 4 grand you could buy one from a used car dealership that has inspections and at least a mechanical lookover and some guarantee its not a turd. Zak99b5 Veteran Member. Zak99b5 said:. Thanks, all. I passed on it. He was offended lol. Glad you pass on that.

They are good as long as it is maintained. Obviously it is not. Once the Newer DSG mechatronic version are installed, it will run a long time without issues. In other news Lightflyer1 Top Post Dawg. I had one of these and it was a really good car. But if the DSG transmission is out you won't be driving it immediately. They can be very expensive to work on or replace.

Rest of the car looks very nice! Mechatronic unit in the trans was a common problem area at times. Was a thread here on replacing servos on it instead of the whole thing IIRC. Good luck with your new to you car. Timing belt should be done as well with a complete job of it.