Thought on 2008 GTI (American)? One I'm looking at is automatic.

>>16481277
>I just need to know how reliable it is.
Then look elsewhere.

>>16481280
Are they really that bad?

>>16481398
American Volkswagens have a terrible reputation for reliability. It started in the late 80s/early 90s when VW switched production for the North American market to Mexico.
Quality took a nose-dive as did reliability.
They're known for electrical and mechanical reliability problems

Honestly, a Chevy Cobalt SS may not be as nice to drive or sit in but it's faster and more reliable.

>>16481398
Yes, they're that bad. Don't fall for the "German engineering" meme, get a Toyota or Honda

>>16481277
I have an 08 GTI, I love the fuck out of it. I've had it for a year and change and it's been good to me, mind you it's not a Honda or a Toyota so you have to be nice to it. Parts are expensive for no reason, but you shouldn't need to buy them often. FYI the 08 is manufactured in Wolfsburg.

>>16481277
2008 is good, but if you can find a 2009 they're arguably better. That's when they switched to the TSI engines, before upgrading to the Mk6 chassis. Probably more engine-specific parts for the FSI engines of pre-2009, but the TSI fixed a few chronic issues of the FSI engines.