The Bostig response is quite interesting, well reasoned. But there is a
consequence for bad dealers / manufacturors.

I'm looking for a new car, a necessity right now. I was thinking about
getting a used car and waiting for the VW TDI's to come in. But the
reliability question, mainly their suspect electrical systems, and price
have me looking at other options.

I have not had bad experiences with VW dealers. Actually only ever dealt
with one, Niello VW in Sacramento, CA. And they were pretty good really.

But I won't be buying a new VW, at least not now. Probably Nissan Versa.
Drove the European car it's based on the Renault Megane in Europe and it was
a darn nice vehicle.

JMHO.

Mike