: Although I know a lot of folks (see www.vwvortex.com) that did in fact "cross shop" perhaps you are right and more people should.

: : 2. The Jetta and the 3-Series are in an entirely different class--that's why the 3-Series costs more.
: The Jetta, as per JD Power is an "entry midsize car", the 3 series an "entry luxury car." Again, what luxury does the 3 have over the Jetta?

: : 3. Yes the ///M Coupe has its problems, such as leaky rear windows... but its a limited production car, not a mass-produced car. *Every* car maker has its problems. Even Honda, even Porsche, even BMW, and even VW. The hood on my mom's '99 Integra had to be repainted because it had a flaw in the paint -- Honda didn't clean the acid wash off the hood properly.
: That's what I just said.

: : 4. Can't we all just get along?

: Of course. My points are valid and expressed without any sarcasm or hate. This in NOT a "flame war."