Buying Concerns...

[Kor]

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One other thing, what do you guys think about the paint/rust/interior protection stuff that dealers pitch. One guy I talked to last night mentioned if I were to buy, for a discounted (but also extra) charge they would "diamondkote" the vehicle. It sounds good but I also heard this is where they make some money back from you. It was an 04 so it should probably already have a descent protection package should it not?

I say nix that stuff... if you look at the underside of the vehicle its all plastic, and the paint is clearcoated etc...

[Stampfan]

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My Volkswagen manual is very clear -- the car does not need any sort of additional rust-proofing or protection. The paint has a 12 year corrosion warranty already.

[NeonGTI]

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Consumer reports says that protection stuff is a buttload of crap. The only thing that is worthwhile is scotchguarding the cloth seats which you can do yourself with a can of the stuff from Canadian Tire for $25.00.

[Mr. Burns]

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Skip that extra crap.... not worth it at all.