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That would have been in the low-rated time frame. My VW's were all very low-maintenance, but the last one was a '96. The 2010 is the 6th generation, all new. That being said, I drive a Nissan Sunny in Japan, and it's a good, basic car, but not very exciting. The Golfs always had solid interiors and a bit o' balls on the twistys. Dlish's suggestion of a 2009 Corolla is a good one for good basic transport. The Golf is only an alternative in your price range for new. I wouldn't buy a 2000-2007 Golf for sure, cuz they were high maintenance. Being a grad student myself, I know we have to balance between initial purchase price and ongoing costs. I'm looking at the TDI, because in Japan diesel is a lot cheaper than gas, I would get a tax credit for "green" tech, and the bi-annual certification is a lot cheaper. The TDI is rated at 42mpg on the highway. Just my 2 yen.
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