I absolutely agree with every pro & con you mentioned!! I really appreciate you both taking the time to review my Passat.. It is nice to hear an expert’s opinion 😄 Much love!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Emily for your awesome support! I am very proud of you! I appreciate you bringing her out to be featured on Raiti's Rides!
@watchscentsny-21505 жыл бұрын
From one Ashline to another, congratulations on your Passat GT. I'm also a VW GTI owner.
@benvernick5 жыл бұрын
Emily Ashline I thought I read somewhere that it has a lowered sport suspension over the standard Passat, is that true and can you really tell the difference? Great car, it’s on my short list. Would take this over an Accord or Camry any day of the week! It’s also more affordable and with a better warranty!
@thiagolima73445 жыл бұрын
VW is perfect car for me ,love germany car ,love the carismact VW since in old beetle , Passat mk3 ,VW bus ...love it
@emilyashline54485 жыл бұрын
@@benvernick Yes! It rides very tight compared to the Passat R-Line I tried out.
@demetrib93735 жыл бұрын
Honestly. This looks like a great value sports car. But at the same time it looks decent on the outside and great on the inside. I really might buy one.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@skylarhenry93103 жыл бұрын
pro tip : you can watch series at flixzone. Me and my gf have been using them for watching lots of of movies during the lockdown.
@kameronaugustine36623 жыл бұрын
@Skylar Henry Yea, I've been using flixzone for months myself =)
@jeffmorse6455 жыл бұрын
The Passat is one of the best bargains for any mid size sedan category. The base can be had for less than 18K !
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!
@tenmeikujou39165 жыл бұрын
That's a perfect daily car to drive, love the plat bottom steering wheel, but dashboard looks plain. They could of put red trim around the air conditioner vent to match the grill, brake calipers. Anyway love your review keep doing what you doing. You doing an awesome job bro.😀👍
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and to say that!
@alphazoomii94085 жыл бұрын
Gotta love Florida drivers at 14:27 going full right to left in front of you...... that happens ALL the time in Florida.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Tell me about it! Sometimes I wished I owned a helicopter!
@normalperson54255 жыл бұрын
I like this better than the Jetta. It looks pretty sporty for what it is. The v-6 really helps. I agree with the exhaust tips, they look like a vacuum attachment or one that was round and was smashed. They also have a thin opening, looks like it restricts the exhaust flow. Pretty cool your students follow you ! Nice job
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the compliment! I totally agree with you I like this car big time over a Jetta! It is so great to have the support from my old students! They are the best! Thanks for watching!
@polklovesrt105 жыл бұрын
V6, 280hp, 0-60 5.8 that's not bad.. Sounds good too..
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you! Thank you so much for being so dedicated to Raiti's Rides!
@polklovesrt105 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides no prob... I've always been a car guy...
@Joshua-nn6dz5 жыл бұрын
My 09 TL is faster😂
@Ss319945 жыл бұрын
Bro my 2007 Camry does that v6 3.5 LOL
@daphenom45 Жыл бұрын
@@Joshua-nn6dz according to car and driver your cars is .02 seconds to slower to 60 even with AWD and 0.5 seconds slower in the 1/4 mile. Just a reference for people who like actual facts/numbers
@oscarevans39665 жыл бұрын
I don't care what anyone says. All l know is this and this the straight raw unflithered truth. I bought my 2018 Platinum gray GT back in August 2018. Since then, l have had at least 200 people give me verbal commitments about this car. Everywhere l go people stare as to wonder what it is. Someone stopped me today and said "thats one handsome car". Most of my friends has tried to convince me to put a tint on it l, but l have never had a tint and goes back and forth each day to get it done. Love the looks of this car, her name is Crystal!!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Hi Oscar! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts based off of your experience! I am so glad that you are enjoying Crystal as you should!
@gavinthind30583 жыл бұрын
Hey brother planning to buy a 2018 passat gt with 20,000 miles for 24,000 What do you think about the deal ? Anything that I need to keep in mind ? Thanks 🥂
@oscarevans39663 жыл бұрын
@@gavinthind3058 Only 24,000. Great deal. Not even 12,000 miles a year. Averaged out to be about 8,000 miles a year. The car is awesome with power, especially in sports mode. I say you'll the car.
@gavinthind30582 жыл бұрын
@@oscarevans3966 got the car brother......thanks for helping ! Love the car. Only thing I wish is that it had an extra geat for highways.....still it rides for way more luxurious than it is....and I got it for 23k. Thanks a lot brother
@oscarevans39662 жыл бұрын
@@gavinthind3058 Ayeeeee. Congratulations! Glad you like it. The only small things l wished it had was power passenger seat and AC seats. But I've gotten use to not having them. Anyway, put it in sports mode and enjoy!
@thiagolima73445 жыл бұрын
VW is perfect car for many People in the world And number one in Europe . .love VW the since old beetle ,old passat And VW bus ...the carismact Brand in my heart
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@danielbarrera9450 Жыл бұрын
When you have $$ it's a bargain but when you're humble and obedient and work hard for your $$ then we cristian call it blessings and more blessings my brother hallelujah Hallelujah glory to God hallelujah ✝️
@gipsyavenger98295 жыл бұрын
Nice.............BUT............... please STOP with the piano/gloss(dust, smudge -everything) black everything. Wish that V6 was making MUCH more power. Tuned is one thing & actually making use of that tuning is another. C'mon Dubb.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
You got it man! I will cut it out from my vocabulary! This thing with say 330HP would be really nice! Thank you so much for watching!
@gipsyavenger98295 жыл бұрын
The gloss piano black comment wasn't meant for you but the manufacturers. It shows everything and creates mad glare. Keep up the good work my man.
@26_DB2 жыл бұрын
Not just any v6 VW’s one N only VR6 🙌🏽
@abneraskar1245 жыл бұрын
Wow I had no clue We had this Passat here in the USA That’s great!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that I could share it with you! Thank you so much for watching!
@tomdolgin54415 жыл бұрын
Best part of the PASSAT GT is that it’s a bargain! I believe $26,000 as shown in this video. Might be less than that actually.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
That is a very good point! Thank you for sharing and watching!
@audiwankenobi3615 жыл бұрын
I always examine today's vehicle,especially VW and Audi and think/search: what is the aftermarket world doing with it?....some company somewhere has corrected its perceived flaws.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Audiwan Kenobi thank you so much for sharing your great input and feedback!
@Chieftain3575 жыл бұрын
Any car with a v6 non turbo interest me. That's all I need for power. Never had interest in VW till I seen this video and that's cause of the v6.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@gregorylouiscoleman5 жыл бұрын
throw an AWD driveline in this and take my money.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
That is a very good suggestion! Thanks for watching!
@emilyashline54485 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@simul8guy754 жыл бұрын
You'll have to spend $15-20K more for an Arteon to get a VW sedan of similar size with AWD.
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
@@simul8guy75 the CC had AWD and you could get it with the VR6 but it didn't have the DSG.
@gerzos425611 ай бұрын
R36 Passat had it all. I've got one in Australia. DSG, 3.6, AWD, big brakes
@coolgeek085 жыл бұрын
The warranty was enough to make consider buying one.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
It is the longest standard coverage in the whole USA.
@gregorytrane78285 жыл бұрын
It's one of Volkswagen's best offerings to date.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you liked this one! Thanks for watching!
@theresonly1truth1385 жыл бұрын
Thx Emily.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Elie Nehme thank you for saying that!😊👍🏻
@subvet36685 жыл бұрын
Would love to see a manual in this V6
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
That would be the icing on the cake! Thank you so much for watching!
@flute1363 жыл бұрын
this cars got 4 cats. so when i took off literally just my mid muffler it opened her up so much and really really made it sound much better and slightly louder so i could actually hear exhaust over engine noise with windows down.
@gavinthind30582 жыл бұрын
Does it affect the smog check process of the car bro ? Bought one 3 months ago and planning to change the exhaust.
@flute1362 жыл бұрын
@@gavinthind3058 no the only thing that affevts emissions is the cats as their job is to reduce hazardous gases
@alwynart24505 жыл бұрын
I love it 😊 i need one like this with a right hand drive in my country guyana
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that I could share it with you! Thanks you for watching from Guyana!
@ybnormal95755 жыл бұрын
Thanks - going to a single car soon and this package may be the deal. We have two 6 speed manuals, a Mazda 3 and E46 BMW, but the DCT seems like the answer for those whose left knee is toast but do NOT want a slip'n'slide automatic.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@MandusahRamirez2 жыл бұрын
This is my next car‼️🔮🤞🏽
@Parrtyy5 күн бұрын
Its so hard to find that red line edition in my city. Im really picky about looks. If i cant find that red colored line then i dont want it.
@KenseisGarage5 жыл бұрын
not a fan of VW, but this one has always been a great and very clean car.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I totally appreciate you saying that!
@thiagolima73445 жыл бұрын
I love VW car
@thomasthetrain39424 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, I am looking into buying a used Passat, so I might just get me one of these...The Passat seems like it checks all the boxes for me.
@RaitisRides4 жыл бұрын
You are so very welcome Samuel! Good luck with your search!
@jasonkresock21965 жыл бұрын
They're not "fake buttons" They're space holders for the far superior European models.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Now that is a great comment! Thanks for sharing!
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
Euro model didn't have the VR6 DSG combo though for 2018. Looks nice but less fun to drive
@johnm50815 жыл бұрын
B5.5 4 motion with manual was probably the best version of the passat
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
You bring up a very good point! Thanks you so much for sharing your opinion and perspective!
@roberthardy8124 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed your review. I am currently car shopping and this made my mind up. As a 52 year old I just can't see myself in the current fleet of buck Rogers starhip-esque designs like the Nissan Maxima and mazda6. I love the refined yet understated look. From the small splash of red to that slim hint of a spoiler. The car just says class to me. And with enough performance to make it fun.
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
Did you end up getting one?
@liberty07585 жыл бұрын
It's a nice family car. More than enough power. Sports car this is not, look elsewhere...
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
You totally hit the nail the head!
@simul8guy754 жыл бұрын
It was never intended as a "sports car". It's a sport sedan and it fills that role quite admirably.
@goethe32906 ай бұрын
Not available in Germany! BUMMER! I want that! Then retrofit a BWS Engine, stainless steel exhaust from Supersport, auxiliary heater, heated windshield, Helix Soundsystem with Dynaudio. 3Q0 Cam retrofit, and some other things!
@andersonrodriguez82585 жыл бұрын
I think the v6 in these cars are more reliable the turbo ones have a lot of carbon build up very complicated engines nd unreliable what u think?
@holidayambience56485 жыл бұрын
The new generation turbo 4's do not have the same carbon build up issue as the older generation (mk6, mk5 ETC..)
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I think they are all still very reliable! Thanks for watching!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing that info! I really appreciate you watching and contributing!
@longdonglarry5 жыл бұрын
normally turbos nowadays last a very long time. but you still have to take care of them. heat them up before you beat the shot out of your car and cool them down before you shut off the car. change your oil religiously and use a high quality oil.
@wtre4284765 жыл бұрын
Yea sound is a bit weak..280 HP...should fly. ...Interior. ..Top notch. ..Very $$$
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with your points!
@David-vx5tk5 ай бұрын
I'm looking at buying a 2018 Passat GT do these cars have timing chains or belts and if so what mileage should they be replaced thanks in advance
@kevingarcia96055 жыл бұрын
Nice video
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Kevin Garcia thanks for watching!
@mrch33sehed935 жыл бұрын
Aside from the R34, i think i'm gonna lease a VW or Audi. Never had German car before so it'll be interesting to experience. Always liked the Passats styling
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Mr Ch33seHed I think you will enjoy them! The interiors are terrific!
@tinapreddy60942 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love my white 2018 Passat GT. I noticed there is no compass I need a compass!!
@meta15184 жыл бұрын
They should make a v6 full performance Passat. Am talking turbo, cold air intake, performance tires, and others. Just imagine.
@RaitisRides4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!
@haroldofcardboard3 жыл бұрын
i am confused. some specs i have seen say 'you' can get it with fender sound. but then when i look up ones for sale it never shows fender. i mean who cares but... raiti. i discoverd you less than 2 weeks ago and you are now my go to guy on all cars that i couch surf about these days. your are the best mr twinkie :)
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
Fender wasn't offered as a base option on this car, the GT was pretty much a set trim level. You could probably pay VW to install the fender system after the fact... Not sure on that one
@doughlaz5 жыл бұрын
Jetta GTI I would love to see that haha, but no it's Jetta GLI.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I have that coming soon so stay tuned!
@linchester84645 жыл бұрын
The VR6 from VW have the most interesting sound due to the fact it shares the same head,as the V6 is a very narrow 15 degree V angle. Def missed the Golf VR6 version. My fav Golf is def the Mk5 R32. Even for 250bhp. It able to keep up with the normal city traffic. Add a turbo and it can be a fast hot hatch and faster than the Golf R for using the same AWD 6 speed DSG. Those exahust tips are def decrorative rather than functional. The actual exhaust tail pipe is way smaller. Aftermarket exhaust is def the way to go if you want a slightly louder exhaust note esp from a VR6. This can be a good platform for a sleeper since the exterior looks normal other than a few sporty hints.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Lin for your great insight and extra info! I was just so grateful that one of my old students let me review her car! PS I love the Mk5 R32 as well!
@johnm50815 жыл бұрын
I still have my r32 since new. 57,000 miles. No issues.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
That is so very cool! Thank you for sharing that great info from your experience!
@backseatdriver89025 жыл бұрын
The old 3.2 was 15 degrees, this 3.6 is like 10.5. It is known as a "wookie", because they sound a like! Look up VR6 WOOKIE.
@panzoxpress47593 жыл бұрын
"Am I playing PacMan or Galaga? I'm not sure..." LOL
@steveg86275 жыл бұрын
not building the GT for 2019
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
These is so very true! Thank you for watching!
@crimson19535 жыл бұрын
When I go buy myself a new car half to come to Florida so you can review it .if ya would
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Ryan Montgomery it would be an honor!
@crimson19535 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides awesome hope your weekend is going well
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
It's going really great! How about your weekend!
@davidjones49205 жыл бұрын
I been looking the gt passats and fell in love!! thank u for this great video!! Love this car a lot!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
It is a really great car especially at the price point!
@shaunchristensen43865 жыл бұрын
Great video Joe!! I love the honesty of your reviews!! I also like the test drive!! You and Tom are a great duo!! I laughed when you said you gotta be careful of people cutting in front of you!! ! You are a very sharp guy and so well spoken!!! Have a great weekend brother!! God bless!!🙏🏻😀🙏🏻
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Shaun for your great compliments and feedback! It truly means so much to have you in my corner! I really appreciate you taking the time to always watch and comment!
@shaunchristensen43865 жыл бұрын
You are welcome Joe!! Keep up the awesome content! Have a great weekend!! Hope To talk to ya again soon!! God bless!!!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Shaun Christensen dame to you! I hope you have a blessed day!
@wtre4284765 жыл бұрын
I like it..but wife won't touch them..and she can buy any car she wants...I think she was scared by a bug long ago..lol...I would buy a Beetle today if it had the motor in the back and air cooled again
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
That would be awesome if they VW did that! I love old air-cooled bugs! My mom had 1968 Bug when I was a kid!
@wtre4284765 жыл бұрын
Why dont they make the info screen portable with a plug in option...just basic info in car dash...would keep the dash clean....maybe a backup small screen only
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
That would be interesting! You should market that to the car companies!
@vividvulpe98425 жыл бұрын
Wow, very cool Passat!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you think so! I really enjoyed the car!
@chairrules20075 жыл бұрын
Jetta GLI would be more correct as far as a "bargain performance sedan". Passat GT ? not so much. Budget Audi A6 ? Sure, I would be ok with that.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@TadiclsOperator5 жыл бұрын
They're called DSG farts lol
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
LMAO!
@selcukkis68605 жыл бұрын
Another great review! Congrats on 20K subs!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I really appreciate your support!
@niacal4nia5 жыл бұрын
Does it come with a timing belt or chain? If belt then stay away because replacing a timing belt on a Passat V6 is a nightmare.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I believe they are still running a timing belt.
@legostarwarsrulez5 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides dang that sucks. The chain is part of what makes the new VW 2.0T engines so great.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@VachOrd5 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides all VR6 ENGINES has timing chain only :)
@Blessed.2.Teach.4God4 жыл бұрын
Should be a chain.
@crimson19535 жыл бұрын
You should vlog it when he goes to do it that be sweet video
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
That sounds like a great idea! Thanks for watching as always! I really appreciate the support!
@crimson19535 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides as always how can I not
@timj.80564 жыл бұрын
Nice review! Very nice looking car and great value!
@Mansimran245 жыл бұрын
0:56 "I know Tom is laughing right now" 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Oh you know it! Thanks for watching!
@ttcookn82465 жыл бұрын
Joe- what’s MSRP? Nice review!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! You are looking at an MSRP around $28k
@simul8guy754 жыл бұрын
MSRP (sticker price) on mine was just over $30K. I bought it for just over $24K . Screaming bargain back in October 2018!
@Boxingjoker265 ай бұрын
I love my GT. Very nice review.
@ttime411bmw5 жыл бұрын
Car looks nice but take off the Gt it’s just a regular Passat, hyped up that same old motor VW’s had forever now
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
That's not really surprising, it's a Passat after all. And the NMS platform was clearly not well supported by VW. The fact that the Chattanooga employees got this approved by VW in the first place is nothing short of a miracle. 19 inch rims, lowered suspension compared to the other trims, appearance package, VR6 and DSG, phenomenal seating room. I mean it's still a great car and hard to beat for the price. Nobody buys a Passat expecting it to be anything else lol. Always been a family car
@buckzee2895 жыл бұрын
Is this a 2018? Or my 2013? 5years later they can't update the looks and graphics. Fail. Moving to mazda.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Yes it is a 2018! Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@BabyBlue.235 жыл бұрын
I think it still looks great 👍
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
It really pops with that color combo!
@Jokero_YT5 жыл бұрын
11:40 of course the GTI exhaust is more noticeable inside because it is a hatchback, there isn't a huge trunk to separate you from the outside, put the seats down in the Passat and you get the same effect of increased noise from the outside.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the extra info! I really appreciate that!
@Jokero_YT5 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides My pleasure sir, I've had a lot of cars in my life so far, including the GTI and Passat, I paid close attention to the differences in each one. When I drove the GT I said the same thing as you, kind of wanted the exhaust to be louder but then I've realized what I wrote above, you just have to trust that it is there and doing a good job for you back there. :D
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Very excellent points!
@Blackbird315 жыл бұрын
Far too late on the review, '18 is the last year for the GT. Might still be a few around.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I take them as they come. It's like the last horaah!
@simul8guy754 жыл бұрын
The GT was only built for the last 5 months of the 2018 model year. I'm surprised VW even gave the green light for this car. 2019 and onward Passats will be turbo 4 cylinder only.
@vonpatten0012 жыл бұрын
just love mine and for your knoledge, i average 7.1liters /100kms on the highway at under 2000rpm.
@bluejasone5 жыл бұрын
I would like to know what the sport rims called ? Plan to change it to this. I'm from Malaysia
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Those are the wheels for the GT. Thanks for watching!
@backseatdriver89025 жыл бұрын
They are called "Tornado" wheels and were originally made for the Beetle Turbo when it had the GLI engine and a sports suspension.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the assist! I really appreciate you helping a fellow enthusiast out!
@ronaldboykin97554 жыл бұрын
The new Passats don’t come with the V6 option now which is a downer. You can only get the 2.0 liter turbo charged four cylinder. These engines get good gas mileage but less power and more strain on the engine! I would love to find this Passat that’s low low mileage!
@corner-vlog9755 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!
@jpizel10705 жыл бұрын
Car sounds great. The interior is kinda of meh.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I can totally understand where you are coming from! Thanks you so much for watching!
@1992-Pardeep5 жыл бұрын
Good
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you liked this one!
@benvernick5 жыл бұрын
Depending on how you see this, Passats have some of the worst depreciation of any vehicle in the US. Over 50% in three years. However if you want one used, or know this information going into a new purchase can really use to your advantage. I’ve seen these brand new sold for 24K and. I think the MSRP is close to 31K? I’m torn between this, the GTI, or the new Jetta GLI which debuts later this year. Just found your channel and subscribed, look forward to watching your other videos!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Ben thank you so much for the sharing that great info and perspective. You totally make sense. This is probably why VW is discounting these Passats to get them off the lot. I appreciate you joining this journey with me. Stay tuned for more!
@benvernick5 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides thank you! Have been binge watching your channel, well done! It’s interesting all the German mid size sedans by far have the worst depreciation. BMW 5 series, Mercedes E series, Audi A6, and VW Passat are at the top of the list. Wonder why this is? Think it has to do with the popularity of SUV’s?
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate you being so supportive of the channel! I think SUVs play a roll but I also think the high maintenance costs can play a big roll!
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
Ironically the GT is now the most sought after trim for 2018 and my car's value has been increasing year over year even with the increased mileage. I could sell it for almost what I paid brand new 3 years ago.
@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo2 жыл бұрын
@@cloudstrifex88 it's the VR6....... nothing sounds like it under 40 grand..... beautiful engine............ and the GT trim redesign is very handsome......
@casualagent72505 жыл бұрын
Smart looking car I must say, shame it’s German 🇩🇪 Electronic handbrake tends to seize, old Passat overrated.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Casual Agent the electric e brake is the new direction it seems.
@casualagent72505 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides Indeed
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
For better or for worse! ;-)
@simul8guy754 жыл бұрын
What electronic handbrake? The GT has a manual handbrake.
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
@@simul8guy75 lol dude just wants to hate on things for no reason it seems
@AlexIsUber Жыл бұрын
Miss this in 2023
@adrianmusteata8885 жыл бұрын
Looks nice! Sounds great!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you liked this one!
@adrianmusteata8885 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides You are awesome! Great job!
@blue-ck9ns4 жыл бұрын
that V6 sounds good! I wish my Golf R had the V6, but I still love it anyways.
@josecarranza44643 жыл бұрын
You are missing some very important information, for example, MPG City/Hwy, MSRP for that year, and model, does it come as a 4x4 or just FWD? These are the questions I wish you would address in your youtube presentations.
@RaitisRides3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback!
@christiancorona43105 жыл бұрын
👍👍
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you like this one!
@bh21555 жыл бұрын
Volkswagen Passat GT is just a name added to a regular Passat with some accent molding and a sporty front bumper nothing significant under the hood. VW and sporty/performance are words that do not belong in the same sentence.
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
Sound like a hater to me. Not all cars have 500hp in the real world
@petercarey68835 жыл бұрын
Joe, I was talking to two of you x-students who say that you were around when wheels were made out of stone. No worries though, I think those TWO students were ones that you gave an "F" to. lol Enjoyed this review on the People's Car. Save the Wave.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Peter, Peter, Peter! Shame on you! lol My students EARN their grades I don't give them! lol . Good try! LMAO
@petercarey68835 жыл бұрын
Shows how out of touch I am. I didn't even think students received, obtained, or "earned" or GIVEN grades anymore. Make no mistake though, YOU are being graded and Nurse Bertha gave you a 9+ on this review. Don't feel bad that you she didn't give you a 10 because I've never known her to give out a grade higher than 6. Of course you are her favorite teacher. I don't think you even have to have a car to review. You could just walk around and narrate a bird watch walk and she'd give you straight 9's if not 10's.
@dobarlos13814 жыл бұрын
I love this car ! We don’t have it in Australia!
@bakedbeard42033 жыл бұрын
Love this car
@RaitisRides3 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that I can bring it to you!
@LosInkasRevelacionMusical2 жыл бұрын
It’s also faster than the TRD Camry
@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS5 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up Raiti
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate you showing up!
@tobiasbodea86465 жыл бұрын
My Passat R36 2009 is far way better than this new GT. Same engine more horsepower 0-60 5,6. Lol
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
Yes those .2 seconds will surely make up for the fact that 2009 is the ugliest era of cars VW has ever made
@squidproquo22414 жыл бұрын
I zonk this car as a whole.
@kylieg6095 жыл бұрын
Hi
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Hello
@Jessikitty20205 жыл бұрын
Vr6.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Yes sir! Thank you so much for watching!
@aquateen777235 жыл бұрын
This car is near perfect! I'm in the market for a new car and this may be the one. The white paint with black trim looks great. Thanks for the excellent walk around and test drive, Joe. And thanks to Emily for sharing her beautiful ride!!
@emilyashline54485 жыл бұрын
aquateen77723 Thank you! It is a pretty phenomenal car, & the price is perfect. Definitely recommend the white, because the black trim does not pop as well with the black or silver.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you liked this one and that we were able to bring it to you! It is a really nice car!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree with you even more!
@canomalo36625 жыл бұрын
Do you go out or look at other cars ? this shit is wack bro ,look at the euro spec and you will agree
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
@@canomalo3662 euro spec was slow AF and didn't get the VR6 DSG combo like we did for 2018. It's also more expensive. We get cheaper parts for a cheaper price but the car is more fun to drive. Sounds like a win to me.
@danillitot42533 жыл бұрын
Лучше даже чем новая jetta gli
@Dlwinborne5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. Really enjoyed your review... We own a 2015 and a 2016 Passat, both with the 1.8 turbo. We are getting one of these (2018 GT) now that VW has removed them from the 2019 lineup.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I think it's a great move! It's a really great car! Thanks for watching!
@overclockeverything23105 жыл бұрын
I have the 2015 Passat 1.8. Get the APR tune done it is totally worth it.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
The APR tunes are really great! I drove a Golf R with a stage 2 tune and it was really amazing!
@IReahpZz5 жыл бұрын
@@overclockeverything2310 vr6 will still pull on a stage 2 1.8t. And having a dsg vs the 6speed auto is a huge advantage when accelerating
@overclockeverything23105 жыл бұрын
@@IReahpZz I had a 99 Jetta GLX VR6 I know the VR will pull on it all day has way more HP thats a given.
@PRgencoupe3 жыл бұрын
All this car needs is a DSG
@jameshartman28813 жыл бұрын
It has a DSG.
@johnhetherington88305 жыл бұрын
I like the steering wheel I like holding on to it !!! Good car though too bad about the reviewer
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
You can't make every one happy! Thanks for watching!
@multivisao5 жыл бұрын
Nope...Ford Fusion Sport AWD is.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective!
@oscarevans39665 жыл бұрын
Hell no. The GT looks way better.
@f02_alexx5 жыл бұрын
a VW?
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Do you not like VW?
@f02_alexx5 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides there ok.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I try to bring the variety. Do you have a favorite car or brand?
@f02_alexx5 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides well my favorite car is a Koenigsegg Agera Rs
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Very nicely done!
@vitolecce90145 жыл бұрын
This guy needs a new wardrobe
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
What do you suggest! You could sponsor me and help me out. I appreciate you watching!
@Hisham236335 жыл бұрын
My 15 year old V6 nissan maxima has almost the same power at 265hp...
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
This is true! Thanks for watching!
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
Sorry that you are missing out on those extra 15hp
@DungarooTV5 жыл бұрын
Looks hideous (no disrespect to Emily). It's like a Hyundai has a groupy with a Audi R8 and out came this hideous half breed. There's nothing to like at all about it. Nothing works...but if you want to have an alternative to a Toyota Camry with more style and go, then sure, I can appreciate this. But overall, hideous.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your honesty! Thank you for mentioning Emily. At least we have options.
@backseatdriver89025 жыл бұрын
Funny story, This generation of Passat was designed by the guy who designed the R8. This Passat will age well, and those new cutting edge Asian styled cars will likely not age well (design wise).
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
@@backseatdriver8902 yeah idk what that guy is smoking. The car looks great
@johndonnelly59715 жыл бұрын
Come back in two years and tell me about VW's legendary reliability.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I can totally understand where you are coming from!
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective. I appreciate you watching!
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
Bought mine over 3 years ago and I've had no issues whatsoever. You're stuck in the past.
@TheNurseWhoLifts5 жыл бұрын
But is it reliable tho?🤔
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
I guess she will find out!
@emilyashline54485 жыл бұрын
Just hit 2,500 miles.. So far so good LOL
@Rizkic5093 жыл бұрын
Why wouldn't it be? 🤔
@cloudstrifex882 жыл бұрын
Yes
@mcseforsale5 жыл бұрын
I won't drive a VW without a manual. I own a '10 CC 2.0T 6MT and it's a hoot. I'd trade for the GT if it had a stick though.
@RaitisRides5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate it!