I purchased this Passat 2 and a half years ago with 279000 km's on it. I thought it would be a car that I would have for about a year and then get rid of, but I was wrong. As a top of the line car for it's class, the Passat offered all the creature comforts I enjoy, with a penchant for performance. My Passat came with a 2.8L V6 with a 5 speed manual transmission, and I am not exageratting when I say this thing flies!
The car provides the driver with an excellent feel for the road with superb pick up for both achieving cruising speed and for passing. The autobahn was made for a car like this. Effortless excelleration paired with comfortable heated leather seats leads to an enjoyable trip.
For the Money, nothing compares.