As swan songs go, at this time’s Good Value or No Cube VW Golf is kind of the sendoff. It gives a good-looking wagon physique, AWD, and a six-speed stick. Let’s see if it additionally gives a low sufficient value to make us rue having to say goodbye.
The vendor of yesterday’s 1981 Land Rover 109 warned potential patrons that it was tough however reassured the trustworthy by claiming, “If what that is, you’ll love this one.” Too few of you discovered solace in that assertion, and fewer but discovered the truck’s $13,500 value palatable. That resulted in an 83 % No Cube loss.
Right here within the U.S., the normal station wagon, or “property” if you happen to’re placing on airs, is a dying breed. Not solely has its function as household hauler been usurped by SUVs and crossovers, however those who stay usually are burdened by plastic fender flares and elevated journey heights to raised slot in with their taller and fewer environment friendly cousins, thus making them extra palatable to the shopping for public. And do you have to be loopy sufficient to need a wagon with a handbook transmission? Good luck!
Nicely, we simply so occur to be in luck, due to the used automobile market and this tidy, low-mileage 2019 Volkswagen Golf SEL Alltrack. Sure, it does have the raised journey top and black plastic fender flares that the usual Golf wagon lacks, even in AWD trim, however to make up for that, it has three pedals and a six-speed stick.
That uncommon choice is bolted to an awesome engine as effectively. The Golf sports activities the 1.8-liter version of Volkswagen’s well-respected EA-888 16-valve turbo 4. At 168 horsepower and 199 lb-ft of torque, it’s not as raucous as the two.0 within the GTI, but it surely makes up for that considerably by requiring solely common fuel. In reality, virtually all the pieces about this Golf is Mama Bear center of the highway. It’s a parkable measurement, whereas nonetheless having loads of room for 5 and their luggage inside, and it achieves fairly affordable mileage for being an all-weather AWD.
With simply 20,500 miles on the clock and beneath six years of age, this Alltrack is even on its unique guarantee. It appears to be like to be in wonderful situation, and the vendor touts a historical past of meticulous dealer-serviced upkeep that has stored it wanting like new. The advert touts it as utterly inventory, except for the substitute of fluids and different consumables. Being a top-of-the-line SEL mannequin, it’s additionally chock-full of consolation and comfort options.
One of many essential ache factors on these vehicles is the sunroof, which might endure clogged drains, inflicting damaging leaks. The vendor reassures patrons that this automobile’s drains have been confirmed cleared and that no points with the sunroof exist.
Different plusses right here embrace a full set of Monster mats and the VW cargo space safety pad with its funky adjustable constraint blocks. General, the automobile presents as new and, as you would possibly count on, comes with a clear title and drama-free Carfax report. The asking value is $29,800.
Whoa, maintain on… The place are you going?
OK, yeah, that’s lots of cheddar for a half-a-decade-old Golf that doesn’t sport an “R” badge, however this automobile is exclusive—the vendor notes that the SEL was solely out there with the handbook in 2019—and… effectively, it’s simply one thing that isn’t even being made any extra for the ridiculous motive that too many individuals like to take a seat up actually excessive once they drive.
At any price, we are going to choose this Golf merely on its deserves and, with that, at its $29,800 asking. What’s your tackle this uncommon final alternative for a nearly-new handbook wagon at that type of outlay? Does that appear like a good change? Or does that value guarantee this Alltrack just isn’t all it’s cracked as much as be.
You determine!
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Craigslist, or go right here if the advert disappears.
H/T to Don R. for the hookup!
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