They actually took the 1,000 "cash back" off the price, so my $24,820 price includes the 1,000.
Not my area of expertise, but I'd like some others to chime in here. This is $1000 from VW in the form of a check sent to you 6-8 weeks after purchase. It's quite blatant on their website. Not sure a dealer can or should include this rebate when you purchase a vehicle as this is directly from VW. There is a rebate form I believe. It's for ALL GTI's. Wondering if you can still try to get this? Since it's from VW it's not related to your purchase price I don't believe. Again I'd like someone with more knowledge to chime in. The VW website is specific about it's a check from VW. You got a good price. Another $1000 would be icing on the cake from VW. Sure can't hurt to try. I don't trust dealers who may discourage you from getting this $1000 directly from VW.
We need someone from VW to confirm. Anyone?