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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fun in Sun and Snow

abbieshuler, 04/03/2009
2008 Volkswagen Eos Lux 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
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Great gas mileage - average combined 29.5 city/hwy. Handles EXCELLENT in snow - I live in Michigan so I have had lots of it. No problems and so fun to drive. I get stopped all the time for people to admire.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A great car!

jlb, 07/08/2008
2008 Volkswagen Eos Turbo 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
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I agree with other owners: this car is really, really fun, and the hardtop convertible is just great. I learned to drive in Italy, and you can really throw this car around corners. My only regret is that I didn't get a stick. For an automatic, the DSG gearbox is good, but I tried a friend's Audi with the same 2.0 Turbo and a stick, and -- well, the stick is just more fun.

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5 out of 5 stars

Quality and fun for the price

Matthew, 01/01/2008
2008 Volkswagen Eos Komfort 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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This car is a blast, love the six speed manual. Window snug up feature sticks in cold weather and can be a pain during frezing rain trying to warm up the vehicle as the interior gets wet. I test drove the BMW 3 convertible and was sold on the Eos due to the year round drivability and the difference of 12k in price for less features than the Eos. I got the iPod adaptor and 17 inch wheels, both worth the upgrade charge. Needs blue tooth capability and HD radio, cruise control is hard to see while driving making it hard to use. But I do love this car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Unbelieveable German Engineering

BigTexDoug, 08/23/2008
2008 Volkswagen Eos Lux 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
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What an awesome car. We have never owned a VW before. We've owned Honda, Toyota, Nissan and all the Americans. This car is truly a result of fine German craftsmanship at a fraction of the cost of Audi or Mercedes. It turns heads wherever we go.

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5 out of 5 stars

I Love My Eos

danerice, 07/25/2009
2008 Volkswagen Eos Lux 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
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I got my Eos in May 2008 and 14 months later, I still smile every time I get behind the wheel! The hardtop/sunroof/convertible roof is brilliant. I get stares and smiles while putting the roof up on a regular basis. With the same 2.0 Turbo engine as the GTI, the car is peppy and fast. The 17-inch wheels are sporty and sharp. The leather and walnut interior is reminiscent of a car much higher priced. The upgraded Dynaudio stereo system rocks. The Ipod adpapter and navigation system would have been nice! My only complaints are the top-up styling isn't as slick as some other competitors, and interior noise can be an issue. Overall, this car is a blast and I would recommend it to anyone!

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5 out of 5 stars

The best

cc3323, 06/19/2008
2008 Volkswagen Eos Komfort 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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This VW is the best. I traded in a convertible beetle for something with a little bit more power and boy did I get it. The hard top is fun to use and the car drives great. Gas mileage is a plus also. The only down side is the use of premium gas, but it is worth it for the power.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Little Convertible

Cindy, 07/16/2008
2008 Volkswagen Eos Turbo 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
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The design and fit of this EOS is terrific! It handles very smoothly, has enough acceleration when needed, and has interior comforts. The display is fully designed with a compass, mpg ratings, miles to empty, etc. The design of the hardtop convertible/sunroof is amazing and causes everyone to stare when lowered or raised.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Classy and FUN

ILGrammy, 09/07/2008
2008 Volkswagen Eos Turbo 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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I've had my 2008 Eos for about a month. The exterior design is classy and it 's FUN to drive. The back seat is perfect for my 4 year old grand daughter's car seat plus groceries/shopping purchases. Rear visibility is good. Seats are comfortable. With the turbo its impossible to know you're driving a 4c. I drive to work with the top down and put it up in the parking lot for the day. Then, put it down for my return drive home in the evening. It only takes about 25 seconds to put the top up/down. So far its the absolutely perfect "classy and FUN" car for me. One drawback. It's hard to get out of the car. At 5'6", I need to pull the seat forward to use the clutch.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Great value

gester, 08/28/2009
2008 Volkswagen Eos Komfort 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
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Traded in my TT roadster. Love the power plant. Love the transmission. Love the roof. Got 20K on it now; no regrets at all (well, I wish I'd gotten the three years free maintenance but that's about it). Oh, and I guess I wish i'd gotten the ipod dock instead of the generic input jack.

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5 out of 5 stars

I love my 2009

Cindy, 09/10/2008
2008 Volkswagen Eos Komfort 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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I purchased a 2009 EOS. Have only had it for 5 days. I love it already. It gets lots of stares. The sunroof makes all the difference in the world. I have a new 2009 color, not sure what it is call but it sometimes looks gold sometimes silver-just beautiful. I have owned 5 vans and an SUV. I am truly in heaven. Test drive one, you won't be sorry. (I lie and tell people I bought if for fuel economy...)

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