Well folks, it was time to part with our beloved 2012 Outback that we had for a little over 3 years and 65K miles.
Why did we get rid of it? Well - there wasn't a single thing wrong with it - loved the vehicle and everything it did for our family - however I wanted to be back in a driver's car and we no longer had the need for the Outback's size since the wife purchased a Ford Edge. I've never understood the criticisms of the Gen 4 Outback - yes it was bigger and softer than the prior Gen, but that's just what our growing family needed/wanted. The interior held up perfectly as did the paint and everything else. It was a beast of a car that NEVER saw the dealership once.
So, enter my new 2015 GTI
I've always had a fondness/desire to own a GTI and the new MK7 is just an incredible machine. Local dealership includes a 10Y/200K powertrain warranty in all purchases which was enough to get me over the mental barrier of owning a VW product again.
I will say, as someone who appreciates a great driving machine, VW nailed it. Incredible chassis/steering setup, 210hp/258ftlbs of torque is addicting, and my commutes are netting 35+ mpg despite the fact that I'm varying the RPM's a ton for break-in. Interior is a work of art (if you like minimal designs) and it's the quiestest vehicle I've ever owned.
I realize these are two different vehicles that cannot be compared, but just wanted to say thanks for all of the info and support over the past 3 years. This forum is filled with a pretty level-headed, pragmatic bunch and it's been a pleasure. I might post some pics up of my father's Gen 5 Outback Limited when it's delivered in a month (family just loves Subaru's)
Cheers :grin2:
Why did we get rid of it? Well - there wasn't a single thing wrong with it - loved the vehicle and everything it did for our family - however I wanted to be back in a driver's car and we no longer had the need for the Outback's size since the wife purchased a Ford Edge. I've never understood the criticisms of the Gen 4 Outback - yes it was bigger and softer than the prior Gen, but that's just what our growing family needed/wanted. The interior held up perfectly as did the paint and everything else. It was a beast of a car that NEVER saw the dealership once.
So, enter my new 2015 GTI
I've always had a fondness/desire to own a GTI and the new MK7 is just an incredible machine. Local dealership includes a 10Y/200K powertrain warranty in all purchases which was enough to get me over the mental barrier of owning a VW product again.
I will say, as someone who appreciates a great driving machine, VW nailed it. Incredible chassis/steering setup, 210hp/258ftlbs of torque is addicting, and my commutes are netting 35+ mpg despite the fact that I'm varying the RPM's a ton for break-in. Interior is a work of art (if you like minimal designs) and it's the quiestest vehicle I've ever owned.
I realize these are two different vehicles that cannot be compared, but just wanted to say thanks for all of the info and support over the past 3 years. This forum is filled with a pretty level-headed, pragmatic bunch and it's been a pleasure. I might post some pics up of my father's Gen 5 Outback Limited when it's delivered in a month (family just loves Subaru's)
Cheers :grin2: