+ 1 on 06 jetta, solid ride, new enough technology, comfort level. I preferred my 99 mk3 Jetta to the 04 golf I currently own. I used to be in the ALH camp, but they're just too old now, and replacement part's quality has taken a big hit. Arriving in the UK in April 2006, the second-generation Audi TT was first available as a coupe, with a choice of a petrol 2.0-litre TFSI engine (shared with the Golf GTI) or a powerful 3.2-litre V6. Everything has its pros and cons. I've heard the 2003 year for the Audi TT was horrible.. Also that the TT take a lot of up keep and have a lot of problem's i.e water pump and so on go out all the time. After 7 months I did a 5 speed swap = $1600, oil change = $40, air filter = $20, cabin filter = $10, fuel filter = $28. If you drive a lot of city, a used Prius would get  better mileage, but on the highway an older TDI and a Prius are pretty much the same. When the Q7 made its debut for the 2007 model year, it helped chart new paths in the three-row luxury SUV segment. 1. I am looking to buy a VW Tdi and would like to know what is the best years and platform to buy? I love my 2002 ALH. Just the fact that many of the newest cars in all brands these days are getting turbocharged (gas) makes a big difference in total cost of ownership. Logged Mother Fussbudget. Still running strong at 250k now, but I'm going to put some money into it soon just to keep it in top shape (Injector nozzles, lift pump, and maybe a tune for fun). I'm thinking about getting a Audi TT and wanted to know hwat year I should look into getting? Volkswagen Golf Diesel Estate (2013-2016) 2.0 tdi se 5dr dsg. Skoda Octavia is cheaper and roomier. The best car imo you could have for likely under $2000. The ones with timing chains have proven even more scary with randomly failing chain guides & tensioners. new guy here and I don't know to much about theses cars so need a little guidance and advice from the seasoned members! Volkswagen Golf deals. I think the cars with the older 1.9L tended to get better mileage than those with the newer 2L, especially in the city, and I think they're pretty reliable too. 2 years unlimited mileage after the original warranty runs out which will be in a couple of weeks. You will not determine an answer to this question. MK4 wagon or 2dr Golf with preferably an ALH and a manual trans are my favourites... ....the important thing to watch for is getting one with an immaculate body, not from the rust belt. http://www.ClassicVWbugs.com If you can Donate to my channel, https://www.PayPal.Me/ClassicVWbugs Thanks So Much! Jack's post above is very informative indeed! It's virtually impossible to have missed what happened with Volkswagen's diesel program over the past year ... even if the TDI models are on the bench. Got rid of it at ------ km only. Some of us seem to think the ones built in Germany have better build quality. I've wanted a beetle convertible forever and my dreams might be coming true soon. I have a 2003 Jetta TDI and average about 48 combined city and highway. 295,000 miles. I preferred my 99 mk3 Jetta to the 04 golf I currently own. That car uses the same 3.0-litre diesel engine, but with a significantly higher power output of 322bhp. Post emissions modified vehicles get a 10 year / 120,000-mile warranty (from in-service date). Because my friend with an 01 Tdi puts in Rotella, which costs like 15 dollars for a jug that gets the job done. We’ve compiled a list of the five best used Volkswagens that you can buy for cheap. 2003 Jetta Wagon with a manual is widely considered the best, but later ones have some advantages that the older ones don't, especially if you modify. Ours has over 300,000 miles, but I see some selling with 150K-200K for very cheap all of the time. We just did our 300,000 timing belt replacement and it was about $500. I daily a 2000 alh with 385k with a 180mile commute, its a great car, but the age is starting to show a bit on some "un-thought of" items. Bought my 01 TDI with 175k on it a few years ago for $5k. Posted by 5 years ago. Had to replace timing belt and EGR valve since I bought it. This really all depends what you are comparing. I currently own a Land Rover Discovery Tdi (Weekend Driver) and a Mercedes Benz E300 diesel (Girlfriend's DD) but am looking for a daily driver VW. Brand new 2012-13 Passat, with a warranty, in my opinion. Budget $10k-$15k What other cars are available in this price range that have a turbo engine? Quote from: DarinC on September 01, 2014, 11:24:23 AM, Quote from: andru365 on September 03, 2014, 12:44:16 PM, Location: 1960's Tokyo on the Bad Side of Town. The 99 or 2000 to 2003 alh engined cars are the usual answer. But the 2004 to current models are also in favor as long as you are aware of the potential drawbacks of each. This is what I think most people can't get past. Ultimately, it’s hard to say for sure if you should buy a TDI or not. Re: Buying a used Jetta TDI - what is the best year? Hi all! Just gas and fuel additive after that. There is no real answer for this either. Got rid of it at ------ km only because it was rotten. I paid 13k out the door for a '14 golf tdi 4d with 50k miles back in June of this year. Consumer Reports - Pull the latest new car buying guide from your local library or the Car Issue (usually December of each year, I think). When talking to my wife's kids all they ever "see" is the monthly payment, not the total cost overall. The 10k synthetic oil changes aren't specific to diesels anymore. Archived. Login with username, password and session length. Honda Reliability Guide: Our Insights Into the Brand’s Best Models and Years . As always, it comes down to your priorities, but right now is definitely not the time to do it. Last week we started a series of the Five Best Used Green Cars To Buy. If you could find a mk3 low mileage and rust free, I would grab it. Also the entire emissions system is warranted to 120K. I've driven most of them and prefer MK4's due to cost and the fact they are built like tanks. Your question is asked all the time and is probably the most asked question here. In the 3 years I owned it, only did brakes once, rear shocks twice and a timing belt twice. I was thinking a model from 2000-now but within the budget of around $10,000 (so probably not a super new one) and under 100k miles. JavaScript is disabled. This entry was posted in Used Cars Mesa AZ and tagged Buy A Car, Honda, Pre-Owned on February 12, 2020 by Red Mountain Funding. No rust except that rock hit on the front of the hood. Best new beetle convertible year to buy used? MK5's and MK6's are nice but dollar for dollar, I keep and drive MK4's. When you put a $3k car and $3k maintenance for a total outlay of $6k they will almost always choose the $400 monthly payment for 72 months instead of actually having and/or spending the $6k in cash. They range from big heavy-duty trucks to basic half-ton pickups. Pencil Stache; Posts: 840; Age: 58; Location: Indianapolis, IN; Re: Buying a used Jetta TDI - what is the best year? But say you spend $2000, vs a couple months at $400 for a car payment. The possibility of it being done incorrectly or incomplete is high when a trusted mechanic is not used. With Volkswagen, you’ll also have the option of purchasing the model of your choice in a TDI, which is Volkswagen’s diesel version and is becoming more and more popular as people look for alternative fuel options and ways to save on fuel economy. One car is as reliable as the next if they are maintained properly. For me I justified the increase in basic maintenance cost, plus monthly payment and potential for major repair with getting into a super fuel efficient car that is very roomy and safe. 2006 and 2007 Chevy and GMC 2500 and 3500. Owners submitted 150 problems with the 2006 Jetta, the most of all model years. Overall, definitely worth it. Welcome and good hunting! Best year of TDI - page 1 - TDI Engine -General Info - VWDiesel.net The IDI, TDI, and mTDI source. .....................MK4 wagon or 2dr Golf with preferably an ALH and a manual trans are my favourites....the important thing to watch for is getting one with an immaculate body, not from the rust belt. 2015, the warranty should be far better than 5 years, it should be 4 years from the date of the emissions fix on the engine, fuel, emissions, etc. Richmond, Maine...The far side of Witsend, http://www.amazon.com/Total-188058-5QT-Quartz-5W-30-Engine/dp/B00NFFE4YA. When I accelerate or use the blinkers a high whistle or static, respectively, will come through the speakers. Not 50-70 dollars for just oil like in my mk6 tdi. Expensive to buy used. It would be more than a couple of thousand. As far as the timing belts, find a really good mechanic with some experience with TDI's. Some of us seem to think the ones built in Germany have better build quality. Audi is a German auto manufacturer that has been consistent in keeping up with the demands of the world market in its production of luxury vehicles. I needed to fill AdBlue once in the 12,000 miles I have driven the car (seemed like 3-4 gals every 7,500 miles, we will see about that). Offline; 1274. Discussion Starter • #1 • Jan 22, 2015. I love this car and plan to buy a second one in the future. It’s terrific to drive … and it’s not half bad as an estate car, either. 2002-2003 'ALH' engine code with manual transmission, 1999.5-2002 'ALH' with manual transmission, 2004-2005.5 'BEW' (Mk4 chassis) with manual transmission, 2006 'BRM' (Mk5 chassis) with manual transmission, 2004-2005.5 'BEW' (Mk4 chassis) with automatic transmission, 2006 'BRM' (Mk5 chassis) with automatic transmission, 2002-2003 'ALH' engine code with automatic transmission (plan to swap to manual when the auto dies), 1999.5-2002 'ALH' with automatic transmission (plan to swap to manual when the auto dies), 2009 and newer (yes, I am saying the newest ones are. Got 50+ mpg. The dealership’s fix for our TDI involved hardware and software modifications. If people cared enough to spend a grand or two on them, they'd last another decade. Most people spend all their money on the car with nothing left over for catch up maintenance. I don't think it's fun anymore to work on 10 year old plastic bits that crumble in your hands. Thanks guys! Engine code is ALH, same as what you have now. VW admitted to the cheating, and in late 2016, a settlement offer for the approximately 500,000 affected owners in th… I never drive over 63 and occasionally coast in neutral (manual). Quick car too. Extended emissions warranty. Any Jetta owners out there with and advice is much appreciated. Tires, brakes, suspension, etc rapidly add up especially if you aren't DIY. Best finance deal . New wheels #VW #2006jetta #tdi #1.9t. A lot of people can only envision the monthly payment and how it affects them and their current financial position. The other thing you need to look out for, buying an older car (let's say ALH), the motors are solid, but remember they're 13-18 years old now. Really? You must log in or register to reply here. They’re now 29/37/32 mpg (city/highway/combined), down 2 mpg highway and 1 mpg combined from our diesel-powered Jetta’s original EPA estimates. Honda vehicles have long been known as some of the most reliable and durable vehicles available. Sad really! Car payment/insurance ($300-500/mo)VS (averaging) $50-$100 fixing it. I used rotella t oil ( cheap). I am looking for 60 - 120k mileage and cheap as possible - I am guessing my years would be between 2000 and 2010 maybe. True Delta - You can sign up for free to see complete reliability reports or see a partial listing without signing up. The timing belt alone costs most around a grand and they have no trusted mechanic around or known most times. Other than that I spent $400 on a parts car which netted me a drivers mirror, leather interior, rear tail light, misc small pieces I needed. It also came with a downgrade in stated EPA vehicle mileage estimates, complete with a new printout of window-sticker ratings. As you may recall, the EPA reported in September of 2015 that they had discovered VW’s TDI engines (from the 2009 through 2015 model years) were programmed to activate additional controls during emissions testing. « Reply #4 on: September 02, 2014, 11:50:44 AM » Quote from: DarinC on September 01, 2014, 11:24:23 AM. Some people say the oil is more difficult to change, but I did not find that to be true at all. The 8 Best Diesel Trucks You Can Buy. Volkswagen Golf prices from £7,899 Finance from £130 per month. I have been doing a lot of reading, and will hopefully by a Tdi soon. If you are comparing it to a Toyota or an older car, like you said, that's another matter. The 254bhp version of the 3.0-litre TDI diesel engine is used in high-spec versions of the ‘regular’ Audi Q5, but it’s been left as a bit of a halfway house since the introduction of the high-performance SQ5 version in mid-2012. There are no strange sounds coming from it other than when I plug in my mp3 player into the stereo while charging it. But in normal driving they were switched off, allowing far more pollutants into the air than allowed by law. I would appreciate any advice on what cars to consider and which to avoid. Which is What I wanted her to buy when she bought the Volvo a year ago.... Logged Reply #6 February 18, 2007, 09:38:27 am. Its the emissions component that makes these newer cars pricey. They're gonna have 13-18 years of wear/tear. Buying a used Jetta TDI - what is the best year? The best car imo you could have for likely under $2000. Interior accessories problems topped the list. The car runs fine though I recently had to get the transmission replaced. Best buy: Post-2008 3.0 TDI A6 allroad; The Audi A6 allroad is the go-anywhere family car you buy if you can’t bring yourself to be seen in an SUV the size of a house. Anymore to work on 10 year old plastic bits that crumble in hands! 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