It was the same crap when I was buying this car. I went to AZ to pick it up because the dealer had one in stock and was charging sticker when others weren't. The car now has 50,000 miles on it without any major problems. It has never been to a VW dealer because I do my own maintenance and nothing has ever broke. Well... conveniently there is a check engine light now that the warranty period is over. Turns out some sensor in the exhaust flap is giving false readings. The condition is not dire, so I'm taking my time deciding if I want to change it or let a shop deal with it.

Still... it's one of the best cars I've ever had. Good power, fantastic fuel economy, and good build quality.