Hi All:
I've been thinking about picking up a WJ for some time now. I have a 2011 Jetta Sportwagen TDI that is just about out of warranty and may be bought back by VW (I'll find out on 06/28 what the offer is). I've been wanting a WK2 but I just love the older WJs. I had a 2000 XJ so I am familiar with the 4.0 but did experience a cracked 0331 head and heater core issues. Needless to say I dumped a lot of money into it. I'd really like to not have a car payment which is why I'm avoiding the WK2s. I travel quite a bit - about 25k miles per year and spend a lot of time in stop and go traffic. I love V8s but don't necessarily have to have one. Any recommendations on what to look for? I've heard the special editions are best/easiest to maintain due to manual HVAC controls, leather and availability of V8. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
I've been thinking about picking up a WJ for some time now. I have a 2011 Jetta Sportwagen TDI that is just about out of warranty and may be bought back by VW (I'll find out on 06/28 what the offer is). I've been wanting a WK2 but I just love the older WJs. I had a 2000 XJ so I am familiar with the 4.0 but did experience a cracked 0331 head and heater core issues. Needless to say I dumped a lot of money into it. I'd really like to not have a car payment which is why I'm avoiding the WK2s. I travel quite a bit - about 25k miles per year and spend a lot of time in stop and go traffic. I love V8s but don't necessarily have to have one. Any recommendations on what to look for? I've heard the special editions are best/easiest to maintain due to manual HVAC controls, leather and availability of V8. Any input would be greatly appreciated.