Very true; there is an AutoNation dealership near me that is asking nearly $29k over in markup and accessories ($18k worth of floor mats). Unbelievable...
I currently have a MK7.5 GTI, and when I was getting my current car, an Si and a Mk8 were at the top of my list. The Mk7.5 is pretty bulletproof, although water pump and carbon build-up could happen for a few. These are well-built cars, and I know of 3 Mk7 GTIs above 120,000 miles. The Mk8 is a...