[{"id": 13289524, "authorName": "ilintner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ilintner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are these wagons?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703631193, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13289565, "authorName": "roadrosen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roadrosen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "seriously? this is a wagon. a very nice wagon.", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1703631350, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13289734, "authorName": "dgardner55", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dgardner55/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the exhaust catalytic.....and does it meet Fed standards for the model and year?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703632037, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13289766, "authorName": "Saga1113", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saga1113/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\ud83e\udd23\ud83e\udd23\ud83e\udd23 On the cold start video featuring exhaust. Phone falls over; doesn't bother to shoot a retake", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703632155, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13289771, "authorName": "Scott_S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scott_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These ended production in 2019 so this is somewhat of a unicorn with the color, mileage and transmission. I think these were trouble for Audi sales.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1703632164, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13289805, "authorName": "Scott_S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scott_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Saga1113 - what are you missing in the provided video? It was to demonstrate the sound!?!?! Video did fine", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703632258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13289824, "authorName": "otay5000", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/otay5000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The world needs more green cars.", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1703632322, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13289857, "authorName": "SteveSylvester", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesylvester/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice VW. I\u2019ll be keeping an eye on this one. \r\nHow does it pull compared to stock?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703632450, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290058, "authorName": "heyitsry", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heyitsry/", "bidAmount": 2018, "content": "$2,018 bid placed by heyitsry", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703633016, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13290099, "authorName": "fabzfabz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fabzfabz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\u2018SAVE the MANUAL WAGONS\u2019 people!", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1703633109, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290175, "authorName": "nrgcreator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nrgcreator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You running the stock clutch with that IS38 turbo?", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1703633328, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290466, "authorName": "nribs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nribs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've been a regular on BaT for several years now and still don't understand how they work with seller to market a vehicle that has a lien on it. I mean, talk about a material detail in a financial transaction.\n\nSo yeah, um, how much is the lien for? Also, BaT, why not just require the the seller to disclose the lien amount (plus any conditions).", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1703634831, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290470, "authorName": "chris.grfc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chris.grfc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BAT heading says 2018 and description says 2019. Which year is it?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703634838, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290477, "authorName": "Quittingtime", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quittingtime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@chris.grfc window sticker and carfax report both say 2018", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703634979, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290503, "authorName": "JsutGypsy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsutgypsy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have looked twice but havent seen clutch or engine tune. Can you give details?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703635253, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290502, "authorName": "Jastor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jastor/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nribs The lien is payed off by the seller after the buyer pays for the vehicle. Why is the outstanding loan balance any of your business? Using a tool like Escrow.com, the transaction is seamless and direct title transfer from the lienholder to the buyer is handled by them. Easy peasy. I believe you're overthinking this.\n\nOne reason BaT may not discuss it, other than disclosing it, is because it's part of the transaction between buyer and seller, in which they have no role.", "likes": 18, "timestamp": 1703635333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290528, "authorName": "Tsizzle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsizzle/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by Tsizzle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703635573, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13290543, "authorName": "JPPatterson43", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jppatterson43/", "bidAmount": 3250, "content": "$3,250 bid placed by JPPatterson43", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703635756, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13290559, "authorName": "Tsizzle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsizzle/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by Tsizzle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703635914, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13290590, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "- This vehicle is a ***2018*** and there is actually a bit less than 22K miles on the vehicle. \r\n- The vehicle is tuned with the Unitronic is38 file, and also includes stage 1 & 2. I will provide username and password along with the dongle after a successful purchase. \r\n- The clutch is stock and shifts perfectly. Adult\r\ndriven and barely driven at that- as the listing shows I put about 3,000 miles on the vehicle. \r\n- There is a contact seller directly button if you\u2019d like to request a particular sort of video to verify shifting or any other sort of requests.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1703636257, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290601, "authorName": "oakstream", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oakstream/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gorgeous wagon. Will definitely be watching this o e. GLWS!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703636345, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290625, "authorName": "heyitsry", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heyitsry/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by heyitsry", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703636656, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13290663, "authorName": "Mrtank", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrtank/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by Mrtank", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703637322, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13290725, "authorName": "CPT_5LOW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cpt_5low/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller 74 miles to go to 22k is pretty much 22k", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1703638364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13290736, "authorName": "kabanos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kabanos/", "bidAmount": 15555, "content": "$15,555 bid placed by kabanos", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703638488, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13290760, "authorName": "bmo72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmo72/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love that color", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703638818, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13291031, "authorName": "GDogg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gdogg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\u2705 Color\n\u2705 Room for ski gear\n\u2705 Michelin Alpine 4 Tires Needed\n\u2705 Perfect for the Ski Cottage\n\u2705 Sexy style and Grace up the mountains\n\nGLWTA", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1703643278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13291207, "authorName": "marcel9", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marcel9/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone know if this will pass California smog? Would love to pick this up!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703646509, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13291285, "authorName": "ldl20", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ldl20/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1554670718703309/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A7dc6d242-8a55-437d-ac08-706a0c8cea0e\r\n\r\n@arelv\r\nTechnically you didn't post a sale price and you did post the BaT link, but I believe you may have to remove the post on FBM! \r\n\r\nGood luck with the sale on this sweet GSW in GFG (the best color)!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703648000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13291387, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The beginning of the listing has been updated with the correct model year. Thanks @chris.grfc!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1703650542, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13291780, "authorName": "UncleJB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclejb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm amazed with the level of detail and modifications that the stock clutch wasn't upgraded. Potential buyers may want to consider that as the clutch has been a weak point on the MK7 platform. \r\n\r\nStill a great looking car though and I'm sure it will do well.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703680852, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13292209, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I passed NYS emissions after putting on a Vibrant O2 spacer. Will be included in sale.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703688163, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13292440, "authorName": "Redscout", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redscout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I own this car now. I adore it. Goes anywhere. Much nicer than my MB 240 allwheel. Much nicer. Red baby, red.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1703690859, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13292927, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\u201cSave the Manuals!\u201d\n\u201cSave the Wagons!\"", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1703695547, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13294230, "authorName": "classic_v", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classic_v/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by classic_v", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703703198, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13294317, "authorName": "BayportLJ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bayportlj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OMG - this car is maybe five miles away from my house. How have I never seen it!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703703470, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13294744, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bayportlj Never seen because rarely driven, was a second leisure vehicle as I have a 21\u2019 Dodge Laramie for my business (@cdfiberglass). Not a show or meets guy. Just a dream I had as a young man that I wanted a MK4 fully done up when I could afford it as an adult- went the MK7 wagon route. \r\n\r\n- Concerns about the stock clutch: I got the car with around 18K miles and it was fully unmodified. Within the past year I modified it, all the while only driving it around 3,000 miles or so and the IS38 wasn\u2019t installed for entirety of those miles. Dumped a lot of money into this car quickly and stopped short at the end as I realized I burned through 30 grand in labor and parts (believe me or don\u2019t), was like an itch that I kept itching deeper and deeper into the vehicle. Was actually nerve racking driving the car as I invested so much into it. Now just looking to recoup some money. \r\n\r\nAs I mentioned in prior comments, if anyone has requests for a particular video let me know. Thanks", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1703705360, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13295512, "authorName": "shawnoen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shawnoen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@uncleJB Before you go recommending individuals swap out the stock clutch, you may want to do some research regarding \"EA888 crankshaft thrust washers\" falling out with aftermarket clutches and pressure plates. This causes crank walk (knock at startup) and the fix is basically a bottom end rebuild even to just install new thrust washers.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1703708302, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13297836, "authorName": "UncleJB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclejb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@shawnoen Ok I can google that but the issue with the stock VW clutch is definitely real and has been well documented for some time on all of the platforms.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703717416, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13298451, "authorName": "Valkyrja", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/valkyrja/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller is has a nice car, but will definitely not get what they put into it. The price to play", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1703723313, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13299131, "authorName": "UnprotectedSpecs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unprotectedspecs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Englishtowns are SO at home here. Killer looking car and no tiny? Perfect daily spec. GLWTA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703734051, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13299133, "authorName": "UnprotectedSpecs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unprotectedspecs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "**tint", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703734069, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13300213, "authorName": "JsutGypsy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsutgypsy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do you have a 'build sheet' that has all the mods listed?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703777391, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13300519, "authorName": "mlowengrub", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mlowengrub/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Terrific build, great color and specs, and only 20 mins from home. I love this, if only this had the DSG tranny...arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrgh. GLWA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703780358, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13300661, "authorName": "cturnbull", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cturnbull/", "bidAmount": 16900, "content": "$16,900 bid placed by cturnbull", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703781719, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13300740, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ Valkyrja def is the price to play! Just hoping to get anywhere close to what these been going for lately on here and cars and bids-especially for $39K which even I would admit was wild! \r\n\r\nMod list: (some minor things missing, lost track) \r\n\r\nHPA IS38 + kit\r\nShop Dap audi TTRS calipers up front and GTI performance pack in rear, slotted\r\nMaxton Spoiler professionally painted\r\nIntegrated Engineering turbo inlet, Integrated Engineering down pipe, Integrated Engineering FDS intercooler, Integrated Engineering turbo muffler delete \r\nUnitronic chargepipe upgrade, Unitronic full carbon fiber intake kit, Unitronic dogbone kit\r\n034 motor + transmission mounts, 034 Spacers (20 mm & 12 mm)\r\nBilstein B4\u2019s upfront and rear with audi TT bump stop + coil perch\r\nAWE touring full exhaust + resonator in rear for less drone\r\nBMP illuminator series LED dynamic headlights, Euro headlights/fog switch, LED fog upgrade\r\nBlack Forest industries shift knob \r\nBillet reservoir cap, OEM Audi engine cover \r\nChrome trim pieces lasered for hazard symbol & window buttons \r\nHelix subwoofer installed by West Islip VW \r\nHatch pop kit, Clutch stop, Paint pens for scratches included, Englishtown Wheels \r\nEuro rear headrests and audi S3 headrests upfront", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703782529, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13301594, "authorName": "classic_v", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classic_v/", "bidAmount": 17500, "content": "$17,500 bid placed by classic_v", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703788539, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13301815, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Could you post a video with a bit more spirited driving and highway speed so I can hear what the AWE exhaust would be like...? Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703789434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13302292, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry\u2026 clarification please record exhaust sound inside car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703791346, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13303509, "authorName": "cturnbull", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cturnbull/", "bidAmount": 17750, "content": "$17,750 bid placed by cturnbull", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703796456, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13303918, "authorName": "srallen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/srallen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this car still under the 6/72 warranty?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703798102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13305575, "authorName": "58ghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/58ghia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sharp Alltrack. I'll be watching.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703815968, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13305592, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@arelv never mind on the sound tracks of the AWE touring exhaust I found a few YouTube videos that addressed my question.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703816287, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13305762, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@itsteddy I added a resonator as well to quiet it a bit. I prefer low key, can obv. be removed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703820003, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13306592, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@arelv could you post a video of start up while in the car pointed to the gauge cluster? Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703860965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13307439, "authorName": "classic_v", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classic_v/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by classic_v", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703871756, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13310853, "authorName": "IrishWhiskey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/irishwhiskey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@srallen 2018 Golf AllTracks have a 6YR/72K mile warranty. Warranty appears to have started 10/15/2018. The question is, due to the Mods, would VW warranty a modified & tuned vehicle etc...but this is a fantastic build, and really well done. I own a 19 A/T DSG S with 45K miles, been flawless.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703895765, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13312315, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703949547, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13312317, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@itsteddy cold start posted", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703949573, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13313390, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@arelv thanks....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703960498, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13316239, "authorName": "Kcode66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kcode66/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller, really great ride and appreciate the complete approach to upgrade choices. A couple of questions- with all the engine upgrades/changes did you have a final dyno tune done to dial it all in with different performance maps? If so please share the dyno chart and maps. Same question with brakes/suspension mods, dialed in and are there different settings for street, track etc? Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703993624, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13319228, "authorName": "Davidboco", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davidboco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The pano sunroofs on these are notorious for leaking- has this had any leaking/ staining and have the factory recalls been completed regarding the sunroof drains?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704082659, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13321613, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Kcode66 \r\nNo dynotune or any maps. Basically I wanted a traditional straightforward tune, didn\u2019t want to push the internals too far- nervous about that sort of thing. Just something solid and reliable and went with Unitronic- even if it\u2019s not coaxing the most power, they have a solid & safe track record. \r\n\r\n@davidboco\r\nIf you check out the photos and one of the videos I document the moonroof and pan the camera at liner, mentioning that there is no staining, leaks or any marks of any sort. Have not bothered with the drainage recall since there hasn\u2019t been any problems.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704155399, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13321910, "authorName": "FenixAvant", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fenixavant/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is an amazing build, really nice list of aftermarket parts with no corners being cut. Note that the is38(golf r) is a more \u201ctop end\u201d turbo vs the is20(gti) which is a torque monster.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704161260, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13322301, "authorName": "allmack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allmack/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking car. Good luck.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704172826, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13322596, "authorName": "JoelCole", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joelcole/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do you know roughly what the hp is on this beauty?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704201285, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13323707, "authorName": "ironmommy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ironmommy/", "bidAmount": 18250, "content": "$18,250 bid placed by ironmommy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704215930, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13324848, "authorName": "dub_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dub_/", "bidAmount": 19000, "content": "$19,000 bid placed by dub_", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704221891, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13325513, "authorName": "cturnbull", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cturnbull/", "bidAmount": 19250, "content": "$19,250 bid placed by cturnbull", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704224517, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13326261, "authorName": "speedingby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedingby/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@arelv, Are the factory springs being used or were they replaced with the b4 install? Thank you.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704227690, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13326699, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@allmack Thank you for the positive comments.\r\n\r\n@Joelcole- Not sure HP\r\n\r\n@speedingby she\u2019s sitting on Golf R springs on all 4s", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704229396, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13329301, "authorName": "dub_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dub_/", "bidAmount": 19500, "content": "$19,500 bid placed by dub_", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704288471, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13329724, "authorName": "atrunnell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atrunnell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "beautiful car. is there any leg room in the back seats for passengers? are the front seats all the way back in the pictures? I know it's a smaller wagon, just trying to understand if an adult can sit back there.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704295195, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13330479, "authorName": "classic_v", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classic_v/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by classic_v", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704303590, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13330543, "authorName": "dub_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dub_/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by dub_", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704303988, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13331860, "authorName": "Stoughton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stoughton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@atrunnell - I drive a 2019 Alltrack and for what it's worth, my wife, who's 5'10\", has ridden in the back seat and said it was comfortable (with another adult in the front seat).", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1704309821, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13332245, "authorName": "ldl20", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ldl20/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@atrunnell\r\nIf you're of the long-legged variety and require the driver's seat to go all the way back, there is very little room for legs behind you. At 6'3\" this is what has stopped me from driving with my usual, more comfortable position in an Alltrack or similar Golf hatchback when my kids are in the backseat. \r\n\r\nBut, YMMV with regards to body type, and if you're 5'10\" for example, you'll be fine.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1704311503, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13332683, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@atrunnell both seats in the photos are all\r\nthe way back. I\u2019m am 6\u20191 260, bottom heavy so I put my seat all the way back. I\u2019d say it can fit ppl in the back just fine dependent on how big the driver is or other front passenger. It\u2019s not like an Audi A6 or VW Phaeton space. I\u2019d say it\u2019s closer to like an A4 or Passat, def bigger than a Jetta but not by much- the trunk space def gives it a bigger body feel though.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1704313069, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13332860, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@itsteddy has messaged me with some good questions so I will answer them here for all.\r\n\r\n- everything is working on/in car to the best of my knowledge \r\n- oil is due at 28K miles, I have changed it twice since acquiring vehicle at 18K miles\r\n- there is no cross bars included in sale\r\n- I do have a nice gloss black, locking Thule box separately for sale if eventual buyer would like to purchase, ask for pics if interested (cost close to $900, would sell it for $500 or so).\r\n\r\n* Most importantly *\r\nincluded in sale: \r\n- Unitronic username/password + dongle (all three stages/files)\r\n- VAGCOM OBD11 dongle\r\n- Coded Greatfalls Green metallic paint pens (never used)\r\n- oem head rests \r\n- oem engine cover \r\n- oem shift knob \r\n- oem exhaust if wanted (buyer responsibility to transport- do not recommend transporting in the car) \r\n- car cover \r\n\r\nI don\u2019t think I am missing anything but if anyone has any other questions about oem parts that I may be missing please ask. I have never thrown/sold anything I ever removed/modified.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1704313829, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13333172, "authorName": "atrunnell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atrunnell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I appreciate the comments about the rear seat leg room.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1704315364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13333911, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This thing checks every box ever. This will get huge cash.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1704319838, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13334481, "authorName": "cturnbull", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cturnbull/", "bidAmount": 21300, "content": "$21,300 bid placed by cturnbull", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704326581, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13334795, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@volvoguykc I sure hope so man, we shall see.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704329969, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13334801, "authorName": "dub_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dub_/", "bidAmount": 21550, "content": "$21,550 bid placed by dub_", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704330045, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13335084, "authorName": "cturnbull", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cturnbull/", "bidAmount": 21990, "content": "$21,990 bid placed by cturnbull", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704333126, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13335186, "authorName": "dub_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dub_/", "bidAmount": 22500, "content": "$22,500 bid placed by dub_", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704334434, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13335372, "authorName": "JPPatterson43", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jppatterson43/", "bidAmount": 22750, "content": "$22,750 bid placed by JPPatterson43", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704337350, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13335435, "authorName": "cturnbull", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cturnbull/", "bidAmount": 23000, "content": "$23,000 bid placed by cturnbull", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704338499, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13335492, "authorName": "dub_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dub_/", "bidAmount": 24000, "content": "$24,000 bid placed by dub_", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704339641, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13336000, "authorName": "UncleJB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclejb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Glad to see this getting closer to where it should be for sell price. I had a 2019 Alltrack IS38 and they are a blast to drive. Seller has used all top quality modifications and I know from experience it is not a cheap conversion process. I ended up selling mine on because it wasn't a practical choice (6spd Manual) for the traffic I face (outside sales). The new owner reports extremely good fuel economy and has been really enjoying the car.\r\n\r\nAs far as leg room, I am 6'1 and have two 2015 TDI Sportwagens. I don't usually have to move the seat up for my 11yo and/or her friends but for a full size adult you might. Unless you are on a road trip everyone should be able to sit comfortably with some adjustments.\r\n\r\nInterested to see where this ends up. GFG is one of the best colors VW ever released in my opinion.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1704370111, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13336045, "authorName": "pittstategorilla", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pittstategorilla/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a great looking and optioned car with all the right mods...Good luck with the auction as it winds down. I just wish that there was not a lien on the vehicle. Just makes for more variables to get complicated as the purchase/new ownership takes place. Nothing against the seller or the beautiful car that he is representing. Just wish BAT had a different category or way to present the info, maybe in the title description? That way you wouldn't get your hopes up of having a purchase without that detail present.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704371862, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13336101, "authorName": "fabzfabz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fabzfabz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Show this sweet \u2018MANUAL WAGON\u2019 some LOVE people!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1704373507, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13336121, "authorName": "JSF22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsf22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I always found this the perfect car for everything.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1704374262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13336141, "authorName": "SlowNRusty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slownrusty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really neat car.\r\n\r\nIn a world of SUVs that are larger than my first college apartment, this is a refreshing departure where you get the best of both worlds in terms of practicality AND also performance. \r\n\r\nI feel like this is the type of car you would see in Europe where everyone doesn't need a F150 or Expedition to haul the kids or stuff.\r\n\r\nIt's a grave pity the market for these cars in the U.S has decayed.", "likes": 17, "timestamp": 1704374727, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13336190, "authorName": "Eheckscher", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eheckscher/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just imagine if half of all suvs on the road were actually these. What a great car.", "likes": 19, "timestamp": 1704375486, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13336233, "authorName": "JPPatterson43", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jppatterson43/", "bidAmount": 24250, "content": "$24,250 bid placed by JPPatterson43", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704376196, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13336420, "authorName": "Em1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/em1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, what a cool car! I would bid if garage weren't so stuffed! I have a 2018 Golf and wonder if seller could share his impression of the Bilsteins' impact? Am considering B4 vs B6...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704378635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13336551, "authorName": "MicMac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/micmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For clarity who is paying the lien out on the car? The seller with the proceeds of the sale or is the buyer paying on top of the bidding price?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1704380184, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13337184, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by ItsTeddy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704386579, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13337255, "authorName": "ironmommy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ironmommy/", "bidAmount": 25250, "content": "$25,250 bid placed by ironmommy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704387204, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13337262, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The lien is with Chase as I financed the car last December when I purchased it.\r\n\r\nThe process of paying it off, it\u2019s up to I the seller and buyer. There is a few different alternatives from what I have researched. There is Escrow.com (I vetted, it\u2019s legit) that protects both parties and would cost around $250. Then there is the option of paying Chase directly, and from what I\u2019ve heard from another user you can overpay and the surplus funds would be wired to my bank. \r\n\r\nAs soon as the car is paid in full I will mail out my title signed over and then the buyer would have to apply for another title through his/her state\u2019s process. \r\n\r\nIf anyone has any other ideas or reasonable arrangements I am open to them. This is my first time selling a car with a balance remaining on it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704387312, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13337366, "authorName": "2nd_Kevin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2nd_kevin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If a tree or a meteor or something falls on my 2018 GTI in the next hour, I'll be placing the winning bid on this.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1704388171, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13337638, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 26000, "content": "$26,000 bid placed by ItsTeddy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704390315, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13337681, "authorName": "dub_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dub_/", "bidAmount": 27500, "content": "$27,500 bid placed by dub_", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704390622, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13337720, "authorName": "99oneTcab", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/99onetcab/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Maybe a dumb question but have you ever checked the fuel mileage?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704390827, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13337757, "authorName": "bmdaia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmdaia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "UBER rare manual AWD wagen, and in Great Falls Green no less!\r\n\r\nGLWA today!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1704391004, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13337866, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 29000, "content": "$29,000 bid placed by ItsTeddy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704391595, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338025, "authorName": "nomad_games", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nomad_games/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "one of the most unreliable cars you can buy, if you believe Consumer Reports", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704392266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338052, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The world needs more Wagons! **\n\n\"Save the Manuals!\"\n\"Save the Wagons!\"\n\n** Especially with AWD and a proper 3rd pedal", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1704392347, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338059, "authorName": "citrogek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/citrogek/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Em1 - First of all, gorgeously gorgeous Alltrack! My son has this color combo in a 2018 DSG with numerous mods - in many respects a perfect vehicle for doing 93% of anything you'd need a vehicle for. As for the B4 vs. B6 Bilsteins - I recently replaced the stock springs/struts on my 2015 Golf SEL with GTi springs and B6s. Cornering is much more neutral, but I find the ride a bit harsh, and wonder if I should have gone for B4s (basically a good OEM replacement.) Sorry to interject this info late into the auction - GLWTA!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704392358, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338062, "authorName": "IrishWhiskey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/irishwhiskey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As for paying off the lender, the Seller pretty much sums it up. First, the buyer/seller need to draw up a Bill Of Sale, \"As Is\" and \"As Described on BAT Listing. Exchange Driver License info is not bad idea as well. The Seller can get the \"Pay off\" from the bank in a letter, and forward that to the buyer for piece of mind and maybe a contact the lender. Once the options for paying off are finalized, then the seller gives the buyer the Wire Transfer instructions. I just bought a BMW 328Xi M Sport Wagon in Feb on BAT, and the seller had a loan from BMW finance as it was a CPO originally as a 2nd owner. I wired the funds to the seller, and he overnighted a cashiers Check to BMW Finance, and they needed 2 days to process, and overnighted the Title to the seller. In all this took 7 business days. I flew to the seller and he signed over the title with the car. \r\n\r\nYou could also have the seller Overnight the signed Title to the Buyer as well which I did when I sold it, though I had no Lien, and had the title, but the buyer still had to arrange shipping and preferred to have the title in his possession ASAP.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1704392379, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338137, "authorName": "nicktoons", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nicktoons/", "bidAmount": 29500, "content": "$29,500 bid placed by nicktoons", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704392694, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338179, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 29750, "content": "$29,750 bid placed by ItsTeddy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704392896, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338188, "authorName": "nicktoons", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nicktoons/", "bidAmount": 30000, "content": "$30,000 bid placed by nicktoons", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704392919, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338203, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 30250, "content": "$30,250 bid placed by ItsTeddy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704392981, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338218, "authorName": "Q1931", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/q1931/", "bidAmount": 30500, "content": "$30,500 bid placed by Q1931", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393033, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338221, "authorName": "biCoastal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bicoastal/", "bidAmount": 32000, "content": "$32,000 bid placed by biCoastal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393052, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338227, "authorName": "Q1931", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/q1931/", "bidAmount": 32250, "content": "$32,250 bid placed by Q1931", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393080, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338242, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 32500, "content": "$32,500 bid placed by ItsTeddy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393145, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338253, "authorName": "Q1931", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/q1931/", "bidAmount": 32750, "content": "$32,750 bid placed by Q1931", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393171, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338263, "authorName": "biCoastal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bicoastal/", "bidAmount": 34000, "content": "$34,000 bid placed by biCoastal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393209, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338275, "authorName": "hobbsm3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SlownRusty - couldn't agree more. Long live the longroof!\r\n\r\nGLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704393246, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338277, "authorName": "Q1931", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/q1931/", "bidAmount": 34250, "content": "$34,250 bid placed by Q1931", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393250, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338289, "authorName": "biCoastal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bicoastal/", "bidAmount": 36000, "content": "$36,000 bid placed by biCoastal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393279, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338310, "authorName": "ItsTeddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsteddy/", "bidAmount": 36250, "content": "$36,250 bid placed by ItsTeddy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393358, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338326, "authorName": "Q1931", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/q1931/", "bidAmount": 36500, "content": "$36,500 bid placed by Q1931", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393419, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338327, "authorName": "biCoastal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bicoastal/", "bidAmount": 38000, "content": "$38,000 bid placed by biCoastal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393421, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338351, "authorName": "Q1931", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/q1931/", "bidAmount": 38250, "content": "$38,250 bid placed by Q1931", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393529, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13338369, "authorName": "Q1931", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/q1931/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 1/4/24 for $38,250 to Q1931", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393649, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 13338393, "authorName": "seinfeld-bassline", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/seinfeld-bassline/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "very well sold... congrats @seller", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1704393728, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338401, "authorName": "dub_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dub_/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "that moved fast, great wagon. Congrats @seller and new owner", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704393758, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338416, "authorName": "SMR651", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smr651/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to the winner, amazing car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704393848, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338526, "authorName": "GageDave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gagedave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Em1\r\n\r\nWhen the struts and shocks wore out on my '12 Golf TDI I replaced them with B6's. Felt just like the stock dampers. This summer we bought a '19 Passat. SoCal car and struts worn out from stop and go traffic. So I bought new KW OEM Sport springs and B6 struts. Passat drives like a dream now. I don't think you will find the B6's too harsh. If you want full sport go to the B8.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704394274, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338564, "authorName": "arelv (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arelv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for all the interest and comments! Congrats to the buyer.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1704394389, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338586, "authorName": "IrishWhiskey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/irishwhiskey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great results! Love my 19 S....enjoy!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704394454, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338896, "authorName": "Em1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/em1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GageDave@citrogek Now a great auction over can I steal it to ask if either of you replaced mounts/bearings as well?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704395352, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13338922, "authorName": "gumland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gumland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great buy - I have one of these and love it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704395438, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13340711, "authorName": "MTH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What an impressive sale price -- happy to see the recognition for this car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704403005, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13341156, "authorName": "GageDave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gagedave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Em1\r\n\r\nOn the Passat I replaced the upper front strut bearings with units from KYB and then because the KW springs lowered the car slightly I replaced the stock front lower control arm ball joints with replacements from Whiteline. These new ball joints change the geometry and make it possible to adjust camber. What I don't know is if they also improve handling with stock springs. They are supposed to reduce understeer. Both my wife and I are very happy with the setup. Great control and the B6's are not too rough. \r\n\r\nThank goodness the Passat suspension is Golf based and basically anything available for GTI's will bolt right up.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704405634, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13341499, "authorName": "stone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations. We have one, and every time I drive it I'm like \"Damn, this is such a good car.\" Shame VW doesn't make actual cars anymore for people.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1704409192, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13341565, "authorName": "Lakeview1002", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lakeview1002/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car and the lowered 2018 Allroad currently on BAT show that there is still demand for affordable performance oriented wagons that VW, Audi, nor BMW produce for America anymore.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1704410081, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13341600, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great automobile @Q1931\r\nCongratulations- keep it forever!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704410396, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13342711, "authorName": "Morris1314", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morris1314/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Awesome car/build! As an owner of two mk7 wagons I approve. Head over to the mk7 sportwagen and Alltrack club on FB or the classifieds for more sales/parts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704422435, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13344065, "authorName": "JSF22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsf22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think this is one of the best cars Volkswagen ever built. It would have been a big success had they ever told anyone it existed. But \u201cif you know, you know\u201d seems to be their incompetent marketing strategy.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1704466000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13344900, "authorName": "Judd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/judd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@morris1314 I also have a pair of Mk7 wagons - and am seriously considering the lighting upgrades this car wears. This is a great build!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1704473498, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13348682, "authorName": "Redscout", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redscout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Daily driver for me. Now even more.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704489446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13352864, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you could only own one more car for the rest of your life, and to do everything, this may be the best choice!\r\n\r\nCongratulations @Q1931 and enjoy this cool rate wagon", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1704557652, "type": "comment"}]