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Used 2003 Volkswagen Jetta GLI VR6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 6M) Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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3.75 out of 5 stars

GLI--Love the RIDE--hate the service

sweenemo, 05/11/2003
Volkswagen Jetta GLI VR6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
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The 200 hp Vr6 is a great way to start your morning. Car pulls very hard--the 6spd manual is very percise. The monsoon radio (1300 option w/ sunroof) is what i have a problem with --the radio is not as loud/clear on the driver side. Car has 1700 miles on it and has been in the shop 4times. VW service can not fix the problem--and forget about squeezing a rental car out of them.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Fun Car But Problems Already!

GLIFUL, 04/20/2003
Volkswagen Jetta GLI VR6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
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I've had this car for about six months and I've been loving every single moment while driving it... but unfortunately, I've been hit with the notorious "second gear grind". Every time I shift into second gear, it sounds like metal hitting metal. I took the car to the dealer and they are replacing the syncros 1-2-3 under warranty. The dealer experience has been great since VW is trying to up their image. I haven't gotten the car back yet, but I hope they fixed the problem. Can't wait to drive my baby again!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

quick car

lantirn, 07/23/2003
Volkswagen Jetta GLI VR6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
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The car is definitely quick and still sporty. If you like soft suspension you won't get it here. The suspension is sporty even though the car looks like it's about to go SUV. The car gets smoother as you drive on the highway. And the feel of the steering wheel and manual stick shift is so much better than any Japanese car I've driven.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

so far it's run and been fun!

skeeterdog, 08/11/2003
Volkswagen Jetta GLI VR6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
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I've had my GLI approximately 3 months now. What a fun car to drive ! I love the 6 speed manual transmission, it has get up and go. The interior is very nice, the stereo system is great, loads of trunk space.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

ONE GREAT CAR!!

terryscott621, 01/06/2004
Volkswagen Jetta GLI VR6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
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Have had the car a little over a year and love it. I commute 100 miles round trip everyday, have 38,000 on the odometer and my car is doing great. Couldn't wait to start modding my car with aftermarket parts. With my additions the car is even more enjoyable. Stiffer suspension, quicker acceleration, and some interior mods make this a fun car to drive. Have had no mechanical problems accept for factory recalls.

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