qoe, have you considered a diesel (TDI) VW? I also live in the big snowy mitten and I drive a Jetta TDI station wagon. Diesel prices are a little painful at the moment, but if you do mostly highway miles and not much stop-and-go city driving then the diesel is still more economical (not to mention has lots of get-up-and-go). Either way some good snow tires will keep you from getting stuck. Happy shopping!
Most of my miles are city. I had a passat before my current car and I have to say it's been my favorite car ever!!! One of the things I wasn't crazy about in the Beetle was the lack of get up and go. But then, MG informed me that most cars weren't meant for the type of driving I do......do ya think that's an insult???
