Red2011GTI
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I read in the April edition on Automobile that the next Golf will be built in Mexico. If that is the case this will be my last GTI. What does everyone think?
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pdykstra600
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I think it doesn't make a difference.
You honestly think that in an almost fully automated factory, the difference between skilled mexican laborers and skilled german laborers (if there even is any actual skill difference) is really going to be a big deal?
The German engineering is what makes the difference, not the manufacturing.
You honestly think that in an almost fully automated factory, the difference between skilled mexican laborers and skilled german laborers (if there even is any actual skill difference) is really going to be a big deal?
The German engineering is what makes the difference, not the manufacturing.
Red2011GTI
Go Kart Champion
Hopefully this is true. Alot has changed since the old VW factory in PA were the quality of the US Rabbits was terrible compared to their German manufactured counterpart.
Dirt Nasty
Go Kart Champion
The GTI will always be made in Germany.
StayStetti
Banned
Do they mean assembled in mexico? Because I'm pretty sure most VW's are.
I am not doubting you, but care to share some insight as to why this is? There must be some VW history behind it and I am always down to learn about the GTI's heritage.
OverTimer1
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GLI........
Burntchicken
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I'd still hit
RickA1
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I owned a "Made in Mexico" Jetta for 27 K miles. Absolutely no complaints. Ride was as quiet as a car can be. Not a single issue to report.
I've owned a "Made in Germany" GTI for 3K miles. The B pillar squeak is driving me crazy. Not that it's constant, but just knowing it's there in a new car is what mostly bothers me. I also have a list of 4 or 5 "minor" things I need to ask the dealer to look at on my next visit.
Just my experience.
I've owned a "Made in Germany" GTI for 3K miles. The B pillar squeak is driving me crazy. Not that it's constant, but just knowing it's there in a new car is what mostly bothers me. I also have a list of 4 or 5 "minor" things I need to ask the dealer to look at on my next visit.
Just my experience.
Heartagram131
Go Kart Champion
My 07 jetta was Mexican... I really don't think it mattered. If it is cheaper to assemble them there then that is a win for the end consumer. Also its not like it would come without warranty