Towing glider trailers with a VW Jetta Wagon?

Allan wrote:
Thanks for all the advice guys.

Now I just have to find a place to install a hitch at a decent price!

-Allan


Hi Allan,

Didn't see this thread until. I have a 2003 TDI Wagon and use it to tow
my LS1 very comfortably. There are at least two other TDI Jetta Wagons
around here towing gliders and all of us are very happy with the vehicle
as a commuter and for glider transport. You will only use a little more
fuel with the trailer attached. I think the TDI has the large VR6
radiator. The electric cooling fans in my car never operate unless the
air conditioning is activated. I installed a Hidden Hitch (the name
bugs me because the apparatus is so visible). It's necessary that the
installer put one bolt through the cargo area but the rear tow eye is
used to secure the other side. Ziebart was the installer, if you have
them in your area.

My club-mates recently retrieved me from a nearby field. Three of them
arrived in the car and four of us returned with the glider. Weight was
not an issue but it is flat country around here. I find the main
down-side to the Jetta is the low clearance. You will need to be careful
where you drive it off-road.