Comparing 2003 Jetta GLi vs. 2004 Jetta GLS VR6

[Tuna]

Hi all, since I don't know too much about Jettas, I just thought I'd ask, what are the benefits of a '03 GLi like what it comes with. I know about the seats, sport suspension, but I'm sure there is lot's of suttle stuff I don't know about.

Thanks
Jason

[Mr. Burns]

Re: Comparing 2003 Jetta GLi vs. 2004 Jetta GLS VR6

03 GLI=6speed
04 GLS=5speed

03 GLI=Sport Seats
04 GLS=Regular-ass seats

03 GLI=17" Monte Carlos (yum)
04 GLS=SOme other wheels that arent as cool as monte carlos

03 GLI=3 spoke steering wheel
04 GLS=4 spoke

Suspension sucks on both. Correct me if I am wrong, but I dont believe there is a GLS with a VR6 for 04

[Tuna]

Re: Comparing 2003 Jetta GLi vs. 2004 Jetta GLS VR6

Thanks, actually I did a little more searching. I found out a couple things actually, it's not widely publicized but they are actually bringing the GLI "special edition" (the one at the car show) as a 1.8T but they are actually bringing the GLI VR6 out a bit later in the year but apparently there is going to be availability soon, so i'm getting a price. I think the Beaters days are numbered and I don't want to put any money into it so looks like i'm gonna have to get something cheaper than the Passat so I can get something sooner, the beater needs to go.

Thanks for the info, I might have to go used though, I just don't want to get ripped off, anyone know what a '03 GLI would be worth? The dealer seems to almost want "new car price" for it even though they are considered a year old now and have mileage on them.

[Smartiepants]

Re: Comparing 2003 Jetta GLi vs. 2004 Jetta GLS VR6

They have gone for quite high prices on vortex, even used, so I don't think that the dealers are especially out of line.

[R_Ethug]

Re: Comparing 2003 Jetta GLi vs. 2004 Jetta GLS VR6

The 24V only had a 2year life which is pretty stupid IMO.
As for the rest what Mike said. I almost wish I bought a GLI instead as I really love those seats, wheel and 6spd.. oh well my jetta is too pimped up now to swap..

[Tuna]

Re: Comparing 2003 Jetta GLi vs. 2004 Jetta GLS VR6

Ok, y'all, I need some help. Don't read too much into this but I'm doing some research and the question is: How much would I expect to pay for a 2003 GLi, with about 23-24,000kms with only sunroof option (no leather, side curtains, etc.)

thanks,

Jason

[R_Ethug]

Re: Comparing 2003 Jetta GLi vs. 2004 Jetta GLS VR6

25-27 i would say

edit.. searched trader.. i would say 28-30.. i think i would rather buy a brand new one for 32

[Simon]

Re: Comparing 2003 Jetta GLi vs. 2004 Jetta GLS VR6

25-27 i would say

i say ~30,000

[Tuna]

Re: Comparing 2003 Jetta GLi vs. 2004 Jetta GLS VR6

25-27 i would say

edit.. searched trader.. i would say 28-30.. i think i would rather buy a brand new one for 32

Thanks for the input, Ryan, Simon.

Actually Ryan the VR6 GLi is just over 34 at the dealer, so it's a pretty big difference