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W12 Phaeton - VW's Masterpiece

Michael Moore, 11/27/2004
2004 Volkswagen Phaeton Premiere Edition W12 4dr Sedan (6.0L 12cyl 5A)
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My 2004 Phaeton W12 is my 8th Volkswagen. I am very happy with this car, it is quiet, powerful and very well designed. Elegant, but understated - 'stealth wealth'.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

you gotta get one!!!

rnisco, 12/17/2004
2004 Volkswagen Phaeton V8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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i have driven my Phaeton over 4500 miles and am convinced it is one of the finest cars made. I have taken it to 128mph and it is composed and quiet. My wife, who is always asking me to slow down, said to keep at 100mph. The suspension and brakes are just wonderful. I have owned 500s and 7501l and this is my favorite. It is the best road car I have ever owned. Gas mileage is great at 80 to 100 mph- but city mpg is poor. They should have their own badge - it would sell better if it had it's own division.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

happy owner

Happy owner, 03/05/2004
2004 Volkswagen Phaeton V8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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I have owned Mercedes, Jaguar and most recently the Audi A8. The lease opportunity on the Phaeton was to good too pass up. After driving this car for the past three months I can honestly say it is the finest car I have ever owned. Quiet and comfortable! I have had client's six and a half feet tall ride in the back seat and say it is the most comfortable rear seat they have ever been in. I am extremely pleased.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Best car I ever drove

bernardo, 12/25/2004
2004 Volkswagen Phaeton W12 4dr Sedan (6.0L 12cyl 5A)
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Terrific ride. Floats along without any effort at 100 mph. Never a problem mechanically. Awesome technology.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Phaeton WILL NOT DISSAPOINT!!!!

Chris K., 12/30/2004
2004 Volkswagen Phaeton V8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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Finest car I have ever driven (LS400,Beemers, A8, Jags better look out). Certainly, no american and very few foreign cars come close to the personality, presence, drive and feel of a Pheaton. Very luxurious but also very rewarding to drive. Wants for nothing! World class confort. Pay the extra $1000 for premium radio system...WOW! All-wheel drive great for Massachusetts winters. A true highway crusier, very mellow at 95mph, very stable, no wind noise. Beautifully performing engine and ultra smooth shifting. This Volkswagen is the real deal. VW really needs to do a better job of promoting a true world class automobile. Drive it and you'll want to buy it!

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