Is a VW Jetta a woman's car?

Is a VW Jetta a woman's car?

So i'm a 17 year old boy and I'm looking at cars for my parents to buy me. They want it to be a new car and a foreign car around $20,000. I really like the VW Jetta but am afraid that it looks too much like a woman's/old person's car. I know all their commercials have women and men alike but I'm just wondering what other people think. Which color is best? I like the black.

Asked by: HuntP @ 2009-04-29 14:50:52

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i dont know...it goes both ways...but i do see more girls driving vw jettas...only guys once in a while...

john m

It absolutely is not a girly car. To start, its such a fantastic car. Its incredibly safe and fun to drive. Its cheap to insure and very reliable. I love my VW GTi more than anything. For your information, all seven friends that i know who own Jetta's are guys. Even a football jock at my school drives it, and all the ladies love it. They thinks its fast and sleek, and they are right. Go drive on, there is nothing else that can compare to that quality for that price. Good Luck!

Cody M

it can go either way. not necessarily a girl or guys car.

go for white or black.

you're lucky your parents are buying you such a nice car.

lessthan3

Yes it is a girls car. Yes it is a Guys car, What does the plus or minus one chromosome have to do with a car?

Those things are a ton of fun to drive. Quick, Nimble and sporty. They are used for off road and Dakkar rally racing as well. Does that tell you anything?

Alex E

The Jetta was of course designed in Germany for the unlimited speeds of the Autobahn. It therefore had to be safe, reliable, fast, and practical. It does all this and still has character and class.
The designers/creators of this remarkable car never thought about gender while it was being developed. Perhaps neither shoud we.
Is it really important what others think?
My suggestion is to heartily thank your parents for their largesse and go straight to your local VW Dealership for a test drive of the gender-free Jetta!
I own a Reflex Silver 2005 Jetta with 70+K reliable and fun-filled miles on it.
Yes, Im a male, but I never once thought about whether the Jetta is for one type or age group. The car is so much a joy to drive, I bet that once you get behind the wheel of one, you will wonder why you asked that question.

fenton

are Volkswagens good cars?

I am looking at the Jetta or Passat- what are their reputations & are maintanance/repairs more costly than they would be for a Toyota or Honda?
also- is there a style or year that doesnt have a silver grill that drops down like this?- http://greenbay.carsoup.com/used/detail.asp?usedvehicleid=6062259&xdealerid=4105&makeid=76&minyear=2006&maxyear=2010&searchid=H1678&vehicletypeid=1&uvviewid=4&page=1&certified=0&dealergroupid=262

Asked by: cupidgirI @ 2009-04-30 07:57:42

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Yes they are good cars, but at the same time just about any car sold in the U.S. is "good" if you keep up on the maintance.

JD

I love my cousins Jetta. I wish I had one. :p Is all I am saying.

* B.T.S. *

their good cars.....but it cant compare to a honda or toyota...

john m

My wife and I have owned/leased many makes of autos, including Fords, Mazdas, Toyotas etc.
A few years ago, we bought a VW. We loved the car and have since then had nothing but VWs.
Why? To us VWs have an almost indefinable prescence about them. Just the way they comport themselves when weather conditions turn ugly makes us feel safer than other cars we've had.
Remember, VWs were designed in Germany where they still have unlimited speeds on the Autobahns. They must meet strict safety standards for this reason alone.
In our experience VWs cost no more to maintain\repair than other cars we've had. In fact they have been more reliable which is why we have a 2005 Jetta and a 2006 GTI! As far as costs go, lets face it this day and age nothing is 'cheap' anymore. We dont know how much parts cost for our VWs simply because we have'nt had to make any repairs on them. But I'm sure they would be in the same price range with any car make.
As I type this, my wife is packing our gear (Ive already loaded the bikes on our rack) and we're off on another vacation\adventure in the Blue Ridge Mts. The GTI is the perfect car for the twisty roads!
Oh, if you don't like the chrome Smiling Grill on the Jetta try the GTI. Its grill is black and features a honey-comb style with red trim.
Or if you don/t like that the 2004 and older have a more traditional grill.
A friend of ours has a 2005 Passat and they are quite happy with it.

fenton

Get an aircooled Beetle. Parts are extremely cheap and easy as hell to find (any Autozone). You can do 90% of the maintenance (scheduled and non scheduled) yourself in your driveway with a screwdriver and a wrench, which means no more $100/hr at a garage. They are very fun to drive. As long as they are kept stock, they appreciate in value. In other words, you buy it now for $5K in excellent condition, drive it 20K miles in two years and keep it stock, and it's worth $5600. What modern car can do that for you? On top of that, wouldnt it be nice to get daily complements from people that you don't know, and to have the ability to turn just about every head on the road? Take it to shows, get recognized for your beautiful Volkswagen. Get one, keep it stock, love it.

Prime

vw passat tdi is having problems getting into gear especially 1st and reverse. the other gears are usually ok.?

i.ve been told the gearbox needs replacing and could cost me a fortune. could the problem be anything else.

Asked by: Steven @ 2009-04-30 08:46:41

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Could also be the clutch.

Simon B

I would have someone look at the selector first (where the gear stick goes in). There will most likely be a plastic guard to stop you selecting reverse by mistake at speed. This guard would be close to first gear on most cars so could have moved/broken causing a problem?

got to be worth a look before buying a new box,

Steve D

I agree with Steve D I had the same problem with my Saab and it just turned out to be the gear selector and is not an expensive job to replce.

Neran

it is maybe clutch adjustment 1st and reverse are not syncro the rest of the gears are that is why the other gears are ok, so i think it is a clutch problem.

J R

Either clutch or the slave cylinder. How can anybody condemn a gearbox on those symptoms alone ? Take it a to a bona fide garage or clutch fitting centre for a proper opinion !

L G

I Love VW Jettas, But Are They Safe?

I've heard that Jettas are not very safe cars. I was wondering if this was true. I really like the older boxy ones. Not the new ones. So, people that own Jettas, or know about them, how safe are they?

Asked by: It's time we saw a miracle @ 2009-04-29 19:48:16

[Best Answer]I'm not sure what time period that your attempting to discuss: Since the 1999.5 models, the Jetta/Golf/New Beetle have been vehicles that have had more safety features than most cars in their class.

The compact VW's have had side air bags standard on all models before the Civic, Corolla, Protege and Focus. ABS became standard across the lines again before all of the above; in the case of the Civic ABS was only available in high end trim and not available otherwise, even as an option. Traction control and anti skid control were available on some VW models long before the Civic and Corolla had them available and the Protege only had traction control available.. on the Focus it was an expensive propostion to purchase and the Focus didn't have curtain air bags available until just recently.

Now, the generation before the 99.5 models was no worse or better than other cars in the market place. If you're talking about the models from the 70's or so, even those were competitive with other models and in some ways better than many, as the VW was among one of the first cars to place the gas tank ahead of the rear axle, instead of behind it (remember exploding gas tanks on Ford Pinto's) and passive restraint belts on some models used to reduce injury and improve safety. Even the front subframe used a two piece shell ( on the frame horn extensions that the bumpers were mounted to ) on each side that was designed to absorb frontal impacts, given what the state of automotive safety was at the time these very advanced concepts.

Any smaller compact vehicle from the 70's into the early 90's could suffer extensive damage and it wasn't till the air bag came along that injuries were reduced in severe frontal impacts. BTW, thank GM for developing air bags in some models, I believe, in the late seventies and early 80's (it was a very expensive option in Cadillacs at the time).

So, if you're worried about the safety of an older VW, don't be. On the new models, the VW Rabbit/Jetta has been designated a "Top Safety" pick and it comes with standard electronic stablity control which is optional in all the other "top safety" picks in its class.

Hope this helps, a car nt.

By : a car nut @ 1241064212

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the VW Jetta is a safe car
The 2009 model did get really good in crash test, so don't worry you can drive a Jetta and fell safe

crash test info
http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/safety.aspx?year=2009&make=Volkswagen&model=Jetta

luno

Well my stepdad owns a 2005 Jetta, and even though it's not the newest, it is still safe. All Volkswagons are boxed in the frame (although you may not see it) which provides a steel cage in a crash that gives you extra (yeah thats right) protection. Even in my stepdad's 2005 Jetta, i still feel safe and it's still very good and convenient. Jetta is actually what most people prefer in a volkswagon.

Tsuaxis

The Jetta was designed for the unlimited speeds of the German Autobahn road system. As such, it had to pass rigorous impact tests.
In USA the Jetta receives a 5-star crash rating (highest).
All VWS come standard with ESP (electronic stabilizatin program) that helps drivers avoid accidents. Every car manufacturer must have this feature by 2010. Most man.s dont even offer it yet.
Also, Jettas come standard with ABS brakes and rear wheel discs instead of the cheaper drum brakes others provide.
There are so many other safety features on this wonderful car. My suggestion is to go test drive one and see for yourself.
I love my wife, and thats why I bought her the safest car I could afford. So she's wrapped up in safety in her 2005 Reflex Silver Jetta....

fenton

I'm not sure what time period that your attempting to discuss: Since the 1999.5 models, the Jetta/Golf/New Beetle have been vehicles that have had more safety features than most cars in their class.

The compact VW's have had side air bags standard on all models before the Civic, Corolla, Protege and Focus. ABS became standard across the lines again before all of the above; in the case of the Civic ABS was only available in high end trim and not available otherwise, even as an option. Traction control and anti skid control were available on some VW models long before the Civic and Corolla had them available and the Protege only had traction control available.. on the Focus it was an expensive propostion to purchase and the Focus didn't have curtain air bags available until just recently.

Now, the generation before the 99.5 models was no worse or better than other cars in the market place. If you're talking about the models from the 70's or so, even those were competitive with other models and in some ways better than many, as the VW was among one of the first cars to place the gas tank ahead of the rear axle, instead of behind it (remember exploding gas tanks on Ford Pinto's) and passive restraint belts on some models used to reduce injury and improve safety. Even the front subframe used a two piece shell ( on the frame horn extensions that the bumpers were mounted to ) on each side that was designed to absorb frontal impacts, given what the state of automotive safety was at the time these very advanced concepts.

Any smaller compact vehicle from the 70's into the early 90's could suffer extensive damage and it wasn't till the air bag came along that injuries were reduced in severe frontal impacts. BTW, thank GM for developing air bags in some models, I believe, in the late seventies and early 80's (it was a very expensive option in Cadillacs at the time).

So, if you're worried about the safety of an older VW, don't be. On the new models, the VW Rabbit/Jetta has been designated a "Top Safety" pick and it comes with standard electronic stablity control which is optional in all the other "top safety" picks in its class.

Hope this helps, a car nt.

a car nut

what mk golf is a K reg please?

is it mk2 or mk 3?

Asked by: richT @ 2009-04-30 10:26:51

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3

WOGS OUT

the k reg golf is a mk3 i have one myself

shaun d

yup,tizz a mk3

desert camel

Mark 3

L G

VW PASSAT 2.0 (1999) needs new ECU (Electronic Control Unit) - how much will it cost? Where to get it done?

The under bonnet drain where the rainwater flushes through got blocked with leaves etc a couple of months ago and the inside passenger foot well of the Passat filled with copious puddles of water.

Since then, my electric windows, central locking and all interior/boot/ lights have not been working. The fuses are all fine and have been thoroughly checked by myself and a mechanic.

I have been informed that the Convenience System - Electronic Control Unit (ECU) will need replacing, which involves removing the passenger side front seat and lifting up the carpet trim.

Can anyone help out with a reliable and honest mechanic who won't charge me the earth in labour?? I hear that the ECU itself is relatively inexpensive but it is a "labour-intensive" task.

I am in Uxbridge area of Middlesex (UB1/UB2) so anywhere within 5-10 mile radius of that would be great.

Any idea of the overall cost??

Many thanks in advance!

Asked by: PR33T @ 2009-04-30 02:22:33

[Best Answer]As above, labour charges should be minimal, AS LONG as the connectors to the ECU haven't become too corroded by the water.
Look here;
http://www.which-local.co.uk/
for good independently recommended garages.
It may well be worth getting a second hand ecu - the new part may well be staggeringly expensive from a dealer, but again, a decent garage should advise you further & source used parts.

By : J G @ 1241090476

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The part will be the most expensive piece of this and labour not the real concern.

Timbo is here

As above, labour charges should be minimal, AS LONG as the connectors to the ECU haven't become too corroded by the water.
Look here;
http://www.which-local.co.uk/
for good independently recommended garages.
It may well be worth getting a second hand ecu - the new part may well be staggeringly expensive from a dealer, but again, a decent garage should advise you further & source used parts.

J G

You can get a good ECU from a Scrapyard. Click onto !St, choice Spares and see if they can help you. Just enter your details, and they will get in touch by E mail. Its 1st choice spares (all Guarenteed)

nosdda

trunk on 2000 jetta wont open! any sugestions on how to open it?

i can here the motor working but it wont open.i looked for some kind of release lever inside the car and also inside the trunk.(cralled in from the bcak seat) but couldnt find one.any suggestions on how to open it?

Asked by: jbizz @ 2009-04-29 14:55:54

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Same thing with mine - use your key and push down on trunk AS you turn key. Opening remotely will not work, unless you find out another way. Good luck

Rob

fold down the back seat, than crawn back there and push or pull the lack or rod it should open good luck

Jimmy

From the Solenoid there is a rod that swivels on a plastic piece. That plastic piece that retains the rod has broken off. And putting the key in the Volkswagen Emblem at the trunk lid and manual turning it didn't work? You will have to crawl in the trunk and remove all the T25 Torx screws to take that inner fabric cover off. Then with your hand move the rod to open the trunk.

Evil O