Sort of down. Had to buy a new car but could not even get close to swinging enough $$$ for a new Golf. Had an A3 Gold for 8 years, nearly 150k miles. But it was old and after putting 2 grand in repairs, another 1.5 grand showed up. I was tired of putting money into a car with no end in sight. So I had to buy a new car on the cheap. I hate used cars so never buy them. I had not really followed VW's prices recently so was taken aback at how much the Golf costs. I sure would buy one again if I had the $$$. So I got what I could, a (UGH) Chevy Aveo hatchback. I never got to drive an A1 Golf, but I imagine it was similar to this car. Light as heck. Tiny, fits nearly anywhere. Amazing fuel milage. Maybe it doesnt handle as well as an A1. And it only costs 10 grand. Decent warranty. I'll see how it holds up. Not expecting much. I just wish VW had a cheaper car. They used to be the people's car.
Its hard not driving a VW anymore. and I hate Chevy's.