 I've had this car for a year, and I still get compliments.  This car feels like luxury (even though it has cloth seats) is a pleasure to drive.  I drove it almost 800 miles in one day, and the miles just flew by (averaged over 80mph no problem).  Had a head gasket leak, but VW replaced it no questions.  It's been running pretty strong otherwise, although the electronic ignition hesitates in cold temps (<40).  The car is very responsive on the highway and almost has that "driving on rails" german feel to it, and the cabin is very quiet (not quite Lexus quiet but close).  A little bigger than the A4 but a fraction of the price.  Was trying to hold out for new Legacy but no regrets with the VW.