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Picked up new 2.7T today.

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Old 03-25-2003, 02:13 PM
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Default Picked up new 2.7T today.

Ming/Beige
tip
premium
cold weather
bose
Turned in 2000 2.7t.
So far I feel it's a better car. Handling,steering better. Tranny appears smoother???. I'll do a comparison after I get some miles on it. I just detailed it so I'll take photo's shortly.
Old 03-25-2003, 02:52 PM
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Default Congrats! I'm in same boat, taking delivery in May.

Still driving my 2000. Curious for your comparison.
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Best of luck with your new wheels!
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I think you'll be pleasantly surprised with some of the refinements they've made. Best of luck!
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Default I'm thinking about the same trade...

Do you mind telling me what your net cost was on the deal?
I have 39,000 miles on my 2000 2.7T.
Thanks.
Old 03-25-2003, 11:29 PM
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You trade in a '00 model for a '03? Is there a significant difference in the 2.7T within 3 years?
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Default Predictably, those who get the '03 say there is a significant difference.

I think the better reason is that a three year lease runs out in 3 years!

I would never sell my '00 simply because the depreciation has been so steep.
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Default OK- 03 vs.00 2.7T so far

Improved reliability-although I had very few problems with'00
sport suspension
better steering feel
ESP
sport mode on tip
in dash 6 CD player
2 rear fog lights
17 "tires
compass in rear view mirror
flush to bumper headlight washers
passenger door lock controls-interior
quieter(thicker glass)
AS feature in radio stores strongest stations
side mirrors fold tight to car
NO memory seat passenger
No change drawer
side airbags standard front
My lease was up
Car has 53 miles on it so I can't judge acceleration until it breaks in but the ride feels more comfortable which I don't understand with sport suspension and 17" wheels.
Thanks to all the "well wishers"
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Default Re: I'm thinking about the same trade...

I turned in "00 at lease end so there was no trade. Monthly payments less than '00. Loyalty is up to $1000 and there is no more luxury tax.
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