 I love driving this car... I've even posted glowing reviews on Facebook about how great it drives on the open highway, on twisting roads, and in the city.   But, at 89,000 miles, I've spent more money on maintenance than I spent in 250,000 miles on my last car, a Toyota Camry.     Unfortunately, the tales of woe on Edmunds seem to be true....  replaced the intake manifold, replaced a door handle, had many lights burn out, replaced water pump, thermostat, and cooling fans.   And a few other things.    Check engine light is glowing about 20% of the time.     I'm very sad about needing to give up on this car, but I can't imagine the coming problems if I hold onto it.    It might work out OK for those who drive fewer miles but I need my car for some long distance trips.   Ultimately, reliability trumps performance.      VW really needs to deal with this.     I'll never buy another one.