I do modelling as a hobby.
I don't have Solid Works, but plan to buy it for sure.
I currently own Softimage XSI which is similar to 3DS Max and Maya.
I have ( or had ) a model of a 1993Honda Civic hatchback that I was creating for the purpose of doing CFD tests.
I planned to create several variations and test them on the computer before attempting the real thing.
I recently had a major crash and my computer is dead now ( I'm using my folks computer at the moment)
The hard drive is still good though and I believe the car model is still useable.
I am ( was ) building the model using polygons.
Can I use a standard .obj mesh that is imported into a CFD program to do tests on, or is there some other process that is needed to use a mesh ?
I planned on modelling fine details such as even the wiring and bolts under the chassis using displacement mapping.
Is displacement mapping even usable in a CFD program ?
(From what I have seen CFD software is really hard to aquire. Some of it is even government controlled to keep it out of the hands of 'terrorists'.)
Also,I have never seen an 'Educational version '. The software is usually so expensive that a company rep will visit the place of purchase. Is the version that you are using owned by your school or can students actually purchase it ?
cfg83 : As far as a SW2 model goes, you might try
www.turbosquid.com
They have a lot of meshes.
If you can't find one, I might could ....... maybe volunteer to create a simple one whenever I get my computer situation up and running.
Chrstphr : A Mk IV Jetta ? What year would that be ?
I'm considering buying a Jetta TDI myself, so I would be very interested in creating a model and seeing any resuts that could be gained from CFD.
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Now I just set it and forget about it, and I'll get data later 
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