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I'm getting either a 2003 or 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI. These things are awesome, diesel engine, can get up to 45 mpg or more, shit-loads of torque, and can be run on bio-fuels easier than gas engines. Like this but gray.[IMG]http://z.about.com/d/cars/1/0/f/Y/1/ag_09jettatdi_leftrear.jpg[/IMG]

If you want fuel economy and performance buy a motorcycle.

Great choice dude. :smile:

[QUOTE=jalit;20151982]If you want fuel economy and performance buy a motorcycle.[/QUOTE] If you're willing to also sacrifice safety standards and protection against the elements (motorcycling in the rain doesn't look fun).

Get a Tesla Roadster instead [img_thumb]http://thegreenhowseeffect.files.wordpress.com/2009/04/teslaroadster-front3.jpg[/img_thumb]

I think electric cars just pass the emissions to power plants instead of eliminating them, and I'm not particularly fond of motorcycles(unless they are diesel powered).

If you're going to get a JETT then you might as well just get the volkswagon passat instead of the Jetta. I've driven both cars and I prefer the passat. Trust me on this. [img]http://static.howstuffworks.com/gif/autoreview/400x266/2007-Volkswagen-Passat-06606131990003.jpg[/img]

A car is definitely better for travel than a motorcycle. Hands down.

[QUOTE]If you're going to get a JETT then you might as well just get the volkswagon passat instead of the Jetta. I've driven both cars and I prefer the passat. Trust me on this.[/QUOTE] The problem is finding a diesel version, nearly impossible to find in my area.

I thought the car would be really ugly but that car is really nice looking. Go for it! Dang now I want one.

agreed on the passat, a bit more expensive, but very worth it

I'm glad Volkswagen made a diesel in a smaller car. Incredibly useful for road trips.

A Passat would also be bigger. The Jetta is ment to be the saloon-version of a Golf, just as the Bora before it. If you however aren't in need of space a Jetta will do just fine.

[QUOTE=bomber2k9;20152030]I think electric cars just pass the emissions to power plants instead of eliminating them, and I'm not particularly fond of motorcycles(unless they are diesel powered).[/QUOTE] Yes, but it creates far fewer emissions due to the efficiency of the electric motor. Plus electricity is extremely flexible and can be created from just about anything. If recharged from a renewable source there is absolutely zero emissions. [QUOTE=The Vman;20152000]If you're willing to also sacrifice safety standards and protection against the elements (motorcycling in the rain doesn't look fun).[/QUOTE] Man up pussy.

Why did you post an image of the rear of the car?

I wish my parents spoiled me with my first car. I saved up my own money, and bought this beast for $1500 a few years back. [img]http://car-pictures.cars.com/images/?IMG=U2VLGEB1.JPG&WIDTH=230&AUTOTRIM=0[/img]

[QUOTE=Bengley;20152346]Why did you post an image of the rear of the car?[/QUOTE] Because I felt like it. [IMG]http://red-deer.aderk.ca/pictures/2004-VW-Jetta-for-Sale1-red-deer-mnqv4.jpg[/IMG] Happy now?

Is it me or does nearly everyone that makes a "getting a new car" thread always say their gonna get some car thats expensive? Or am I just poor? :(

[QUOTE=RELAXiN;20152553]Is it me or does nearly everyone that makes a "getting a new car" thread always say their gonna get some car thats expensive? Or am I just poor? :([/QUOTE] Spoilt kids. Mummy and daddy want to buy them an expensive car but it can't be too dangerous! Hence - VW.

[QUOTE=bomber2k9;20152503]Because I felt like it. [IMG]http://red-deer.aderk.ca/pictures/2004-VW-Jetta-for-Sale1-red-deer-mnqv4.jpg[/IMG] Happy now?[/QUOTE] that's a completely different model of Jetta

I drive a 2003 Oldsmobile Alero 3.4L V6. Costs me 55 dollars CND to fill her up, and I get 600km per tank. Damn great car. Though I would switch to diesel if I didn't like the getup and go of a petrol engine. Tis me washing my car. [IMG]http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/8730/aleroy.jpg[/IMG]

[QUOTE=squeaky024;20152131]A car is definitely better for travel than a motorcycle. Hands down.[/QUOTE] lol @ disagrees

You're getting a fucking 03-04 car? Lucky.

[QUOTE=r4nk_;20153306]You're getting a fucking 03-04 car? Lucky.[/QUOTE] Having a job helps...

[QUOTE=Ham_Wallet;20153322]Having a job helps...[/QUOTE] Or having parents spoil you helps too.

[QUOTE=ketchup;20153349]Or having parents spoil you helps too.[/QUOTE] Ya, if you want to grow up to be a pathetic nothing once they die.

My pride of Korea will crush you all, rike bug [img]http://www.canadiandriver.com/testdrives/images/01accent_gsi_front.jpg[/img]

Hyundai accident! I had one of those in high school... I had the "R" edition... a total of 15 more HP than the standard accent

[QUOTE=Ham_Wallet;20152919]I drive a 2003 Oldsmobile Alero 3.4L V6. Costs me 55 dollars CND to fill her up, and I get 600km per tank. Damn great car. Though I would switch to diesel if I didn't like the getup and go of a petrol engine. Tis me washing my car. [url]http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/8730/aleroy.jpg[/url][/QUOTE] How much L fit into your tank? I got an Opel Corsa B 1.2L V4 16V - Not really the fastest but fits mit requirements - and I get around 640km per tank (45 L).

My first car (which I bought mere months ago) is a 2005 1.6l Ford Focus Trend, in great condition, I'm the third owner and it barely had 37000km when I bought it. Worth the 7500€. Of my own money. Still, it's a bit of a gas guzzler. I get 8.0l/100km (29.4 mpg) with normal driving and 8.4 l/100km (28mpg) in "POWEEEEEEER" driving style For a first car, things you want are safety, fuel economy and reliability. I got 2 of those, but I don't really care much (yet) since I'm still pretty loaded.