The downfall of Volkswagen

[San Diego]

It pains me to show this as I am a loyal VW owner myself. However, after viewing the all new Jetta V in person inside and out, I have to say that these photos are right on with what I think of the car. Not only was it overpriced, $27,000 which gets you the lousy 2.5l engine, leather, sunroof and a couple other notables, but it had more Japanese styling than VW has ever produced before. To prove my point of Jap styling, enjoy:

[DAaaMan64]

I see what you mean, but I like the Jetta better there.

[Liquid]

Yup looks like a corolla :x

edit: haha I didnt even relise that was a corolla beside a jetta :o. I have seen one before and I was like wow corolla but this just furthers my point.

[KeR]

:x

WHY?

[chmsant]

that is hideous!

[qdave]

unfortunately VW is following the wrong path :( even the older jettas look better.

[imtoomuch]

I like the new VWs and the last generation, but that Jetta does look striking like the Corolla. I'm more of a GTi man myself.

[vancity001]

I like the new VWs and the last generation, but that Jetta does look striking like the Corolla.  I'm more of a GTi man myself.

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The GTI is just as ugly... kinda like a sporty corolla lol

[Toastyone]

:blink: dang that looks really really bad :cry:

[esaleris]

I think, in some sense, the styles have merged. I've seen higher-end Japanese cars try to emulate German styling, such as in the Acura TL, which features a rear that resembles more of an Audi than a Japanese car. What is disappointing, however, is the fact that the Volkswagen designers chose not to evolve the boxy look of the Jetta into a new "next" European car look - as BMW does with their line. Rather, their designers choose a more "safe" route.

The new design, I believe, will be ill-fated, because of the fact there's little differentiation on the exterior to cheaper cars, which happen to be more reliable - the Jetta was never known for great reliability, as compared to Toyota.

In addition, the advertising behind Volkswagen cars has moved from the upbeat and artsy shorts about lifestyles in the late 90s, early 00s, to annoying test drivers that are slightly psychotic. To be honest, the only reason I looked at Jettas was because the great "Sychronity" advertisement caught my eye (the one where all the beats on the road correspond to the wipers of the Jetta). It didn't decide for me which car I wanted, but it got me into the dealership when I was looking.

In an analogy, this would be the equivalent of taking away the iPod's smooth lines and replacing it with a more PC-looking enclosure, while replacing the iPod's clever advertising themes with something more mundane. It would be suicide for Apple, and it seems that VW has done just that to itself.

[chmsant]

^ wonderful analysis there! very impressive

[imtoomuch]

The GTI is just as ugly... kinda like a sporty corolla lol

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That's your opinion and opinions are like...well you know. I think they look awesome with a couple modifications. Nothing beats the last generation R32, though.

Anyway, this is offtopic, but why do the colors of the Firefox logo in your sig look faded?

[tlogank]

I just bought an '01 Jetta Diesel w/turbo...I have to say that I think the last generation of these look the best!

[VGVL]

I think they look awesome with a couple modifications.  Nothing beats the last generation R32, though. 

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Looks like an average 2Fast 2Furious pikachu ricebox. :laugh:

[g-n-t]

ya, i wanted a GTi, until i saw that picture. damn VW.

[Zeitgeist]

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[imtoomuch]

Looks like an average 2Fast 2Furious pikachu ricebox. :laugh:

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Uh ok. Do you see any huge wings, ugly body kits, or gaudy graphics? I think not. It's funny because retards like you think that any compact car that is modified is automatically a ricer.

[Zeitgeist]

Uh ok.  Do you see any huge wings, ugly body kits, or gaudy graphics?  I think not.  It's funny because retards like you think that any compact car that is modified is automatically a ricer.

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From what I've noticed, people who take offense towards comments such as those usually have a massive, spoiler which does nothing, a stupidly loud exhaust for all that 100hp, or something else that just looks obsurd on an economy car. Maybe neon gauges?

Though from the picture you posted, I assume that car is yours. Be careful, the ricer type over-do it and do not know where to stop!

[VGVL]

Uh ok.  Do you see any huge wings, ugly body kits, or gaudy graphics?  I think not.

585659711[/snapback]

I see retarded chromed wheels and red brake calipers. There are nice wheels, and then there's bling. ;)

[cesardrgn]

Am all about Audi and VW, but i must say that this new Jetta is just ugly. is a bit bigger and all, but that look just dosen't go on a german car...

[tagerd0g]

wow... the new jetta does look like the corolla. I also see a bit of the Honda Accord in the backseat/rear pillar area.

[dan]

R32? I didnt realise VW had already bought out the R32 in the Mk. 5... Hell the GTI has only just really been brought out in Europe

[imtoomuch]

From what I've noticed, people who take offense towards comments such as those usually have a massive, spoiler which does nothing, a stupidly loud exhaust for all that 100hp, or something else that just looks obsurd on an economy car. Maybe neon gauges?

Though from the picture you posted, I assume that car is yours. Be careful, the ricer type over-do it and do not know where to stop!

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It's not mine. I wish it was. I drive a truck without any modifications. And no, it doesn't have a wing. I just don't understand why people call everything a ricer anymore. I don't think they understand either and I'm not sure they have a clue what they're talking about.

[xmr]

R32? I didnt realise VW had already bought out the R32 in the Mk. 5... Hell the GTI has only just really been brought out in Europe

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Same here, I haven't seen any of the new R32's yet. Looking forward to their arrival in the UK though :devil:

[neocyber_16]

Obviously with a slight modifications you'd be able to turn that corolla to a jetta. (body wise) I wouldn't be surprised if people with corollas decided to mod them to new jetta's.