Torque Steering: 2001 Jetta

I recently purchased my first VW. A 2001 Jetta. The car has a strong "pull" to the left when I hit the gas. I am told this is common on front wheel drive cars and is something that I have to live with.. Are others experiencing this same feel with their Jetta??

I have not had anyone to look at this problem yet. The shop that works on my car seems to think that I just need to fully understand the effects of torque steering..

Comments, Please...

Can you tell if it was ever in an accident? There is some torque steer on a hard take-off, particulaly if the steering wheel is turned. It shouldn't be described as strong though. I'd have someone look at the lower control arms & bushings.

what engine 1.8t? If so torque steer is prevelant even at stock settings. No way around it, side effect of using the same wheels to propel as well as steer.