 I searched for a convertible for 6 months, researched endlessly an honestly barely considered the VW-then I drove it and fell in love!  My husband had owned a Corrado & Jetta Wolfsburg yet I never thought much of them.  I am now a VW convert.  The hardtop is significantly quieter than every other convertible I drove. The turbo has amazing pick up and makes it incredible fun to drive (I have never thought any car was fun)  Nice sound system and great interior. 