Test drove a 2016 VW CC

"TDIGuy" (owenrosier)
09/05/2016 at 20:09 • Filed to: None

So on Saturday I went down to Katie’s Cars & Coffee and saw the sights, which were excellent as usual. And on the way home I stopped at a VW dealer and drove a 2016 CC. And it was fantastic. I didn’t think I would love the DSG so much but it was very good. Also the 2.0L turbo is such a good engine. I didn’t think much of it seeing the numbers but it is a real mover. Super smooth and pulls through the entire rev range. Also loved the interior and it rides well but still maintains a sportier ride than my Jetta. If I had the downpayment ready I would have drove it home. Although I really went to look at Golf Sportwagens. But when the buyback gets here, it is definitely a good contender.

Here are some pics of the Cars and coffee for your time!Sorry I didn’t get more pictures !

DISCUSSION (32)

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 20:17

Just wait five or so years and pick one up for less than a third of what they cost new

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/576147…

FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 20:19

I didn’t realize they were still making the CC. I test drove a 2012 2.0T 6MT last year. Absolutely loved it, but the dealer wouldn’t budge on price despite the 30k car having a had a clutch replacement at 22k, which worried me a little about its history.

jjhats > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo
09/05/2016 at 20:19

This. That is a very old design that's surely die for a replacement soon. I love the style of the earlier ones too so I would buy one of those instead of what I'm scared to presume is over 35k

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > jjhats
09/05/2016 at 20:21

Yep, according to “teh googlez,” they START at $34,475

Vicente Esteve > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 20:23

The R-Line looks even better, and some years it was available with a manual. I though would prefer the 280hp VR6.

bob and john > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 20:24

motor was lifted straight from the GTI

TysMagic > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 20:25

I checked out a used CC a few years back and loved it. The interior design is a favorite. Comfortable and cheap, I am a fan (of a used one)

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com
09/05/2016 at 20:34

“routine maintenance”

GE90man > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 20:38

had one in Germany as a rental car. I have to say the car looks amazing and quality isn't bad. however, I was stuck with the weakest 2.0t tdi engine with a 6mt, and that proved somewhat difficult for the CC when hauling around 4 people and luggage. other than that, the CC served as a great road trip car.

boxrocket > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 20:42

Other than the headlamps with the LED bits, doesn’t look much different - inside and out - than the last few years’ models.

I like the newer look of the CC, and the rear camera hidden in the trunk logo. I still hate the low roofline (duh), and the DSG sucks in traffic and parking.

Racin'Jason001 > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 20:46

If you’re considering the new CC, you could buy that older model now, or wait for the new one: http://carsspyphotos.net/2018-volkswage… . It’s your choice. The Golf Sportwagen is good for hauling, here is the review I watched:

Not bad, really.

TDIGuy > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo
09/05/2016 at 21:04

Yeah they sticker for a hefty 35k, but this one being a 2016 clearance, I talked them down to 27k. That is the only reason that I am considering it is that sale.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 21:05

I have a friend who just haggled 6k off of MSRP on her new Crosstrek. I need some haggling skills.

TDIGuy > jjhats
09/05/2016 at 21:06

Guy at the dealer says there will be no 2017 CC so I’m kinda tempted. But they do sticker really high. But the Laborday sale was 27K before taxes

TDIGuy > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo
09/05/2016 at 21:06

Thats one thing I looked at, and its one thing that scares me it the depreciation since I think they are not very well loved

TDIGuy > Racin'Jason001
09/05/2016 at 21:07

I really like the SportWagon. Its very practical and I think it will still have a bit of fun in it since I spend so much time in the car, I still want to be able to make my drive a little fun

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 21:09

The depreciation thing is tough for me. It’s hard to anticipate actually keeping a car indefinitely. I mean if you bought any car and kept it forever, depreciation means nothing. But if you wreck it, or trade it in, or sell it due to whatever circumstances, yeah then it’s a toughie.

Gerry197 > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 21:09

There is a replacement coming, 2017 probably first in Europe and then 2018 model year for US.

I had one, because of high leasing, the residuals are terrible on that car.

You can pick one up that is 3 years old for around $17,000 or so. Be really careful of buying that car unless you plan on keeping it for a while.

That design except for a minor refresh in 2013 has been around since 2009 in the US. You don’t really want the last of the old breed.

TDIGuy > boxrocket
09/05/2016 at 21:10

Yeah the DSG is weird in traffic but not as bad as as the broken left leg from sitting in traffic every day in the manual

TDIGuy > TysMagic
09/05/2016 at 21:10

Yeah I like the price of the used ones for sure, but I am really in the new market. But they really are a deal and a half used

TDIGuy > bob and john
09/05/2016 at 21:11

I know and its excellent !

TDIGuy > Vicente Esteve
09/05/2016 at 21:11

Yeah the R-line looks nice, but they are even harder to find. And cost more. I was really only looking because this one was on a killer labor day / end of year sale

TDIGuy > GE90man
09/05/2016 at 21:12

Yeah I like the idea of it as being basically a touring car with 4 doors since there are many days where I will spend hours on the road

Phyrxes once again has a wagon! > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 21:40

Rumor has it VW has an press announcement scheduled for tomorrow that may be them giving dates for new models including the alltrack.

GE90man > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 21:44

can’t wait for them to bring the new one to the us, since they are claiming it will basically be a sleeeker B8 euro passat in the us

Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle > TDIGuy
09/05/2016 at 22:55

The used cars are such a good deal. I love the 2.0t and DSG combo. What’s funny is that lets say you are shopping for a fwd VW car with that combo, you’ve got the GTI, GLI, and CC to shop from; the CC stickers the highest but lots of comparable year and mileage used CCs are cheaper than the GTI and GLI.

Vicente Esteve > TDIGuy
09/06/2016 at 07:34

Love a good deal.

Bigjohn428 > TDIGuy
09/06/2016 at 11:36

You can get the CC with a manual too. No more passats with a manual :(

TDIGuy > Phyrxes once again has a wagon!
09/06/2016 at 11:49

Really ? That’s interesting ! I’ll have to keep my eye out for that

Racin'Jason001 > TDIGuy
09/06/2016 at 12:53

Sounds like a plan, makes sense.

Phyrxes once again has a wagon! > TDIGuy
09/06/2016 at 18:19

I haven’t seen anything today other than some VP got a promotion. I was at the dealership at the end of last week picking up the last of the items from my dealercard and the service manager mentioned there should be some news soon about new models.

He also mentioned that headquarters stopped in with an Alltrack by earlier in the week but he had no date to give me for them arriving on the lot for sale.

boxrocket > TDIGuy
09/06/2016 at 23:11

Very true. I’d rather have a DSG/PDK than a CVT, though admittedly they are in relative infancy. Heck, there are triple-clutch transmissions in development...