Friday, May 16, 2008

Fuel and Powertrain Strategy

Volkswagen has developed a Fuel and Powertrain Strategy explaining the company's direction considering the world's changing political climate.

Depletion mid-point– the moment when we cross the halfway mark of the planet’s entire crude oil reserves – will be reached in just ten to 20 years.

"That’s why Volkswagen has developed a Fuel and Powertrain Strategy that opens up a route to sustainable mobility; a mobility that is economically, ecologically and socially compatible. We want to play an active part in cutting global emissions of the climatically relevant gas carbon dioxide (CO2); to help reduce local emissions of pollutants such as nitrous oxides and soot particles; and at the same time to restrict our dependence on oil. Consequently, our strategy focuses on diversifying the feedstocks (the raw materials from which fuels are derived).

The idea is to use a range of different feedstocks to produce fuels that can then be distributed via existing filling stations and used in existing vehicles. Furthermore, these fuels should have the potential to be used in even more efficient and cleaner generations of engines. But these goals will not be achieved with some of the firstgeneration biofuels currently available; fuels such as ethanol, biodiesel, natural gas (CNG) or LPG Autogas. These products often have entirely different molecular structures and therefore very different characteristics. So in the majority of cases they require not only the development of new engine technology, but also a new production and supply infrastructure." Read more...

Sunday, May 11, 2008

04 R32 vs. 06 GTI


Difficult decision when I go to replace my MKIII.

Saturday, May 10, 2008

Tiguans are in!

Come and test drive a new Tiguan. Below are all the Tiguans we have coming in. Ordering will not be available at least initially as Volkswagen is distributing these Tiguans to each dealer. I am taking deposits now on the ones still coming in. Call me at 816-941-2400 or email me.

Features

S model features: 16" San Diego alloy wheels with 215/65 R16 All-Season tires; ESP, ASR, ABS with front and rear disc brakes, TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System); 2-DIN 8-speaker sound system with MP3 compatible in-dash CD player with center console Aux-in; Cloth interior; Climatic manual climate control; Cruise control; Manual 8-way adjustable drivers' and passengers' front seats with lumbar; Fold-flat passenger seat; Split-folding 60-40 rear seat; (4) 12V power outlets; Head curtain airbags; Front and front side thorax airbags.

SE model features (includes S model features): 17" Los Angeles alloy wheels with 235/55 R 17 All-Season tires; Fog lights; Silver roof rack; Chrome window surrounds and grille; Privacy glass; Upgraded interior cloth and trim; Cold weather package (heatable seats and heated washer nozzles); Leather wrapped shift-knob and Multi-function steering wheel; Big roof console; 2-DIN 8-speaker sound system with MP3 compatible in-dash 6-CD changer with center console aux-in; Sirius (TM) Satellite Radio; Comfort 8-way partial power drivers' seat; Multi-function trip computer.

SEL model features (includes S and SE model features): 18" New York alloy wheels with Pirelli 235/50 R 18 All-season tires; Bi-Xenon headlamps with AFS; Premium Dynaudio (TM) sound system; 12-way power drivers' seat with Memory Function (incl. side mirrors); Dual-zone Climatronic; Leather seating surfaces; Rain-sensing windshield wipers; Self-dimming rearview mirror; Adjustable ambient floor-mounted lighting; Automatic headlamps with coming / leaving home feature.

Inventory:

2009 5N17V1 TIGUAN S 2.0 TFSI AUTO
STOCK#: V94003 ETA: 04/28/2008
2K2K (Wild Cherry Metallic) AK (Black Cloth Basic)
PRICE: $24,990

2009 5N18V1 TIGUAN SE 2.0 TFSI AUTO (sold)
STOCK#: V94004 ETA: 05/19/2008
2T2T (Deep Black Pearl) GF (Beige Cloth Comfort)
PSR (Panorama Sunroof) TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $29,114

2009 5N18V1 TIGUAN SE 2.0 TFSI AUTO
STOCK#: V94001 ETA: 05/19/2008
7Q7Q (Sapphire Blue Pearl) GF (Beige Cloth Comfort)
TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $27,814

2009 5N18V1 TIGUAN SE 2.0 TFSI AUTO
STOCK#: V94002 ETA: 05/19/2008
7Q7Q (Sapphire Blue Pearl) GF (Beige Cloth Comfort)
TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $27,814

2009 5N18V3 TIGUAN SE 2.0 TFSI AUTO 4MOTION
STOCK#: V94006 ETA: 05/05/2008
7Q7Q (Sapphire Blue Pearl) GE (Black Cloth Comfort)
PSR (Panorama Sunroof) TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $31,064

2009 5N18V3 TIGUAN SE 2.0 TFSI AUTO 4MOTION
STOCK#: V94005 ETA: 05/19/2008
7Q7Q (Sapphire Blue Pearl) GE (Black Cloth Comfort)
PSR (Panorama Sunroof) TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $31,064

2009 5N19V3 TIGUAN SEL 2.0 TFSI AUTO 4MOTION
STOCK#: V94007 ETA: 05/05/2008
7B7B (White Gold Metallic) TW (Black Leather)
4X4 (Rear Side Airbags) PSR (Panorama Sunroof) TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $35,479

2009 5N18V1 TIGUAN SE 2.0 TFSI AUTO
STOCK#: V94009 ETA: 06/09/2008
2T2T (Deep Black Pearl) GF (Beige Cloth Comfort)
PSR (Panorama Sunroof) TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $29,114

2009 5N19V3 TIGUAN SEL 2.0 TFSI AUTO 4MOTION (on hold)
STOCK#: V94008 ETA: 06/09/2008
7B7B (White Gold Metallic) TW (Black Leather)
4X4 (Rear Side Airbags) PSR (Panorama Sunroof) TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $35,479

2009 5N18V1 TIGUAN SE 2.0 TFSI AUTO
STOCK#: N/A ETA: 06/23/08
8E8E (Reflex Silver Metallic) GE (Black Cloth Comfort)
PSR (Panorama Sunroof) TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $29,114

2009 5N18V3 TIGUAN SE 2.0 TFSI AUTO 4MOTION
STOCK#: N/A ETA: N/A
7B7B (White Gold Metallic) GE (Black Cloth Comfort)
PJN (18" Alloy Wheels) PSR (Panorama Sunroof) PVD (Navigation System) TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $37,119

2009 5N19V3 TIGUAN SEL 2.0 TFSI AUTO 4MOTION
STOCK#: N/A ETA: N/A
7B7B (White Gold Metallic) TW (Black Leather)
1D6 (Trailer Hitch) 4X4 (Rear Side Airbags) PSR (Panorama Sunroof) PVD (Navigation System) TGM (Mat Kit (Port Installed))
PRICE: $N/A

As far as pricing this is a new model with limited availability and some have been waiting a while to purchase them. Beware of dealerships charging over MSRP; we will not.

Check back for financing rates on Tiguans.

Thursday, May 1, 2008

May Specials

While April had the great sign-then-drive program, it ended today. However, this month of May, along with allergies, there are three cars that can be leased under $199 with $1,999 due-at-signing (Rabbit S 2 dr., Jetta S and New Beetle Sedan S). Available with $0-due-at-signing is the New Beetle, New Beetle Convertible and Passat.

VW.com shows:

Rabbit S 2 dr.: $189 with $1,999 due-at-signing, or
$239 with $239 due

Jetta 2.5 S: $198 with $1,999 due-at-signing, or
$249 with $249 due

NB Sedan S $189 with $1,999 due, or
$249 with $0 due

Passat 2.0T Turbo: $269 with $1,999 due, or
$329 with $0 due

Keep in mind that these cars are base cars. If the car you want is $1,000 more the payment will go up $30 more per month on a 36 months lease. These payments do not include taxes. Taxes are based on where you live and are calculated when you purchase the vehicle.

APR’s: 2.9% at 36 months with 5.9% at 60 months for most models. Triple White New Beetle Sedans get an additional $1,000 VCI APR bonus and R32’s get a $2,000 VCI APR bonus.

0.0% for a full 72 months on the New Beetle Convertible!



Loyalty: Owners of 2001 or newer Volkswagens can get the following Loyalty amounts on the purchase of a new Volkswagen:

New Beetle: $ 500
New Beetle Convertible: $ 500
Passat Sedan/Wagon: $1,000
Touareg: $1,000

Competitive Trade Assistance Program: VW will offer $1,000 trade assistance for individuals purchasing a Touareg and trading in one of the following competitive models: Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Hyundai, Volvo or Acura. This cannot be combined with national Loyalty offers.

I can make a great offer on Touareg V6 and V8.

As examples, the following programs are available on a model-by-model basis:

Jetta:
Lease: $198 with $1,999 due on S model, or $249 with $249 due
APR 2.9% APR at 36 mo., 5.9% at 60 months

New Beetle Sedan:
Lease: $189 with $1,999 due on the S model, or $249 with $0 due
APR: 2.9% at 36 mo., 5.9% at 60 months (great prices on Triple White Sdn)
Loyalty Owners of 2001 or newer VWs get $500 towards a NB purchase

Passat:
Lease: $269 with $1,999 due on 2.0T Turbo Auto, or $329 with $0 due
APR: 2.9% at 36 mo. 5.9% at 60 months
Owner Loyalty: Owners of 2001 or newer VWs get $1,000 towards their purchase

Touareg:
Lease: $399 with $3,499 due on the V6, or $489 with $489 due
APR: 2.9% at 36 mo. 5.9% at 60 months
Owner Loyalty: Owners of 2001 or newer VWs get $1,000 towards their purchase
Competitive Trades: Trade-ins of select competitive Brands get $1,000 towards their purchase of a new Touareg (not in combination with any national Owner Loyalty Program).

There you have it!