Welcome to Vermont TDI Imports, a small business aimed at meeting the needs of drivers who are looking for a high-quality "green" automotive choice. In recent years (until 2009 model year) VW dealers were not able to sell new TDIs in VT, ME, MA, NY and CA. Late-model low-mileage TDIs are, therefore, scarce. You may, however, register any used TDI in all of these states. We have, and we have cut our monthly fuel bills in half.

Vermont TDI Imports is a licensed, bonded and insured dealer in Vermont. We select only VW TDIs with verified service records, especially selecting only those where the correct VW spec synthetic oil has been used. We do not buy auction cars which we consider to be "anonymous." Our typical offering is a Southern one-owner TDI purchased directly from the owner.

Fuel Pricing: 6/16/09 - It appears that we are seeing a more traditional realignment of fuel prices wtih diesel being at the price of RUG or even lower in many places. Add to that the 45+ mpg that you can expect from most TDIs, and there is no question as to the best economy choice out there today.

(January 2009) Many question the current higher cost of diesel. RUG in our area: $1.79; ULSD $2.59. Compare 1,000 miles driven at a typical Camry / Accord mpg of 28 vs. our 06 Jetta TDIs turning in 45+ mpg even in winter with four snows. Cost for gasser per 1,000 miles = $63.93 / TDI = $57.56. Of course this fuel-cost spread seems to change on a weekly basis, but you can see the trend. Then throw in the "economy, longevity and performance factors," or as some say, the FUN factor of driving a TDI with its incredible highway torque.

Vermont TDI Imports

4/10/08 - Diesel: Greener Than You Think, from Business Week
"After a century of propelling highway trucks, construction gear, trains, and buses, diesel technology is set to give hybrids a run for the top spot in the green-car market. For consumers, this means more eco-friendly options."

3/22/08 - From AutoWeek: Are We There Yet? - Read near the bottom of piece. There is a good comparison between Honda and Toyota hybrids and Jetta TDI. This piece was written for Earth Day 2006, but the info is current since the 2006 Jetta is the "current" car and the Prius is essentially the same.

12/6/07 - VW promotional video from Popular Mechncis Web site. Looking ahead to 2009 diesels. *Release date has been pushed back to fall 2008.

10/4/06 - "The Axis of Diesel: Mercedes, GM and even Honda, are betting on a new breed of green diesels. The goal? To leave hybrids in the dust." from CNNMoney.com *I guess that makes me one of the "FANatics."

8/25/06 - "Perspective: Diesel Is No Longer a Dirty Word" from Brian Cooley at CNET

News about biodiesel from the Burlington Free Press January 17, 2006. (archived pdf of article)

Are you looking for a vehicle that can achieve 50 mpg on diesel, can utilize biodiesel, is rock solid, fast, and fun to drive?

802-426-3889
E-mail Vermont TDI Imports		 506 Thistle Hill Road
Marshfield, Vermont 05658

** 5/28 - Just brought home a beautiful 2003 Jetta GL TDI manual wagon from southeastern PA / MD area. *On deposit for 6/17 purchase.

** We have reduced our pricing to over $2,000 below our cost for an inventory sale. The Jettas below represent a great value. We have selected the finest one-owner Southern TDIs with VW service.

Having sold over 115 TDIs to folks in 25 states and 3 provinces in Canada, it is our opinion that the 2006 Jetta represents a better value at the moment over the 2009: higher mpgs, use of biodiesel and lower cost of maintenance due to much less complex emissions systems.

Engine oil requirement for all Volkswagen vehicles: When performing repairs, scheduled maintenance or other service to Volkswagen vehicles that require the addition of engine oil, whether topping off or doing a complete oil change, dealers must use engine oil that meets Volkswagen oil quality standards. *2004 to 2006 PD engines in the TDI must use 505.01 VW approved oil. We use Castrol SLX Professional 5w-30.

Biodiesel, No War Required

Go to our Fruitlands B&B Web site.

We can pick you up at BTV, Burlington, VT, airport, or at the AmTrak station in Montpelier, VT.

Tire Pressures: Tire Inflation
Proper tire inflation plays a large role in keeping vehicles fuel efficient. For example, a vehicle with a recommended pressure of 35 psi whose tires are at 28 psi will have increased its rolling resistance by 12.5%. Read your label on the inside of the driver's door. Most VW TDIs have a higher cold inflation # than most of you would think...traditional thought being 32 psi.

If you want to read a recent and thorough report on tires and fuel economy, read this report from the Transportation Research Board.

* Please note that although our inventory is unusally low at this time, our main focus has been in finding particular TDIs for buyers with a specific request. Our expectation is that as gas prices rise again, our TDI market and activity will change rapidly.

2006 VW Golf GLS TDI Tiptronic
2006 VW Golf GLS TDI Tiptronic 31,000 miles

A beautiful indigo blue 2006 Golf GLS TDI tiptronic with 31k miles. Perfect VW service. Long Island car with little to no use in winter weather. Perfect driver! 45+ mpg. Fun, flexible space with hatch and great visibility, esp. for city driving and parking. As fuel rises again this summer, invest in a Golf TDI that will return the highest MPGs and out perform any hybrid out there. *We have driven this Golf about 1200 miles at an average of 45 mpg combined city / highway. Take that mpg into this summer! Remember that there were very few Golf TDIs brought into the country in 2006, and that was the last year. No 2007-2009 TDI models in either Golf or Rabbit.

Price: $15,895 / VIN: 9BWGR61JX64000822 / Photo Album

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2006 Jetta TDI DSG North Sea Green Southern
2006 Jetta TDI Package #1 DSG from Florida 44k miles

8/12 - We drove this beautiful North Sea green Jetta all the way from Florida. She is stunning and a perfect drive. Even the 17" alloys are like new. We confirmed service and have copies of records from Sea Coast VW. One owner. Fully serviced including the 40k DSG service done on 8/12. One of the most pleasing color combos of any of the 06 Jettas.

Price: $17,595 / VIN: 3VWST81K16M771858 / Photo Album *On deposit May 26.

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2006 VW Jetta TDI Diesel Limited Edition DSG Southern One Owner 41,000 Miles

This is a stunningly beautiful DSG Limited Edition, actually made in 2007 model year. One owner, DC area car. One of the few Diesel Editions that we have seen with a moonroof too! Fresh 40k service, including the DSG 40k flush/filter/fluid change. All new Michelin tires, 91H. Option upgrades on this edition include steering wheel controls, MP3 plug in, TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) and accent/trim features. Heated seats, ESP, 6 CD changer, XM Sat. radio, AC outlet in back of arm rest....plus!!! There are features on this car not available in 09 plus bio friendly. Less cost down the road for emissions service. Kelly Blue Book retail is over $26,000.

Price: $19,895 / VIN: 3VWCT71K16M853992 / Photo Album *Sold to a nice lady from Maine.

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Explanation of the DSG transmission used in the 2006 Jetta TDI: (also a video review)
The Direct-Shift Gearbox or DSG (Direkt-schalt getriebe) is an electronically controlled, twin-shaft dual-clutch manual gearbox, without a conventional clutch pedal, with full automatic, or semi-manual control. In simple terms, it is two separate manual gearboxes, contained within one housing, and working as one unit. It is designed by BorgWarner and initially licensed to Volkswagen Group (which owns the Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, and Škoda brands). By using two clutches, fast shifts can be achieved, and the torque converter of a regular automatic transmission is eliminated.

At this moment, the DSG transmission is only available in transaxle-mounted front engine, front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive.

A twin-clutch gearbox or dual clutch transmission (DCT) is a semi-automatic transmission with separate clutches for odd and even gears. The outer clutch drives the odd numbered gears, while the inner clutch drives the even numbered gears. Shifts can be accomplished without interrupting power, by applying the engine's torque to one clutch just as the engine's torque is being disconnected from the other clutch. Since the synchronizers that select an odd gear can be moved while driving the car in an even gear, and vice versa, DCT's have been configured which shift more quickly than Formula One and other cars equipped with single-clutch AMT's (automated-manual transmissions, a.k.a. single-clutch semi-automatics). Also, with a DCT, shifts can be made more smoothly than with an AMT, making a DCT more suitable for street-driving.

A twin-clutch gearbox eliminates the torque converter used in traditional automatic transmissions. However, dual clutch transmissions that are currently on the market use wet multi-plate clutches, similar to the clutches used in traditional automatic transmissions. Versions that use dry clutches, like those usually associated with manual transmissions, are rumored to be in development by several manufacturers. A 7-speed, dry DCT will be introduced by VW in the 2008 Golf (product codename DQ200).

Contact Information for top-flight TDI work in northern New England:

Full Circle Automotive
Jason Chojnicki
4631 Main St.
Waitsfield, VT 05673
802-496-9236

Herm Pasker
1061 Alexander Reed Rd
Richmond, Me. 04357
Phone: 1-207-737-2861

If you are considering the purchase of a TDI but feel as if you need to learn more about this automotive choice, refer to these resources:

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