My Dad has had two and maintians they are among the best cars he's ever had. This coming from a man who's had a Lotus Elan, Lotus Cortina, Saab 900 Turbo, Alfa Sud and a MKIII Golf VR6.
I would say that's a glowing endorsement. He's had a 110 TDI and is currenlty running a 130 TDI.
nick