Help me decide on a used 225TT
11-07-2009, 08:58 AM
#11
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The DSG tranny is more than just interesting.....it kicks **** (esp. w/a 3.2L). Owned a 2004 3.2L w/DSG for 4 years...never a problem (but of course it's no stastical analysis or reliability). Have the DSG in my current 09 TTR 3.2L...again amazing. Test drive and see. The only thing that matches are the new auto trannies in the Porsches. IMHO, Audi has one of the best auto/manual trannies available.
BosTTon
BosTTon
Money no object, go with the DSG, looking to keep the car a few years and maybe do your own maintenance, well that's a more difficult choice.
11-07-2009, 11:34 AM
#12
You should check maintenance records if there are any for oil and filter changes on the Haldex unit.
The Haldex unit is a very expensive component to replace or repair. For the 2004 R32 with a similar Haldex coupling VW initially recomended Haldex oil and filter replacement every 20,000 miles.
The Haldex unit is a very expensive component to replace or repair. For the 2004 R32 with a similar Haldex coupling VW initially recomended Haldex oil and filter replacement every 20,000 miles.
11-07-2009, 01:32 PM
#14
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Thread Starter
I drove the 1.8 225 today. Nice car, though maybe a little small. Handles great. Less impressed with the engine. My V6 twin turbo cruises 70MPH at 2200RPM, while the little 1.8 was at the 3000RPM noted above. Definitely more engine noise at the higher speeds.
At the first intersection I experienced the turbo lag from standstill firsthand, and was like, WAH!! as I turned left before oncoming traffic, waiting for the TT to move from "crawl" to "punch it".
Afterwards, the wife wanted to visit the local VW/Audi dealership, and just so happened they were unwrapping a 2010 S5! Sorry, TT, that S5 just looks like one bad *** car! Dealer will call me back after it is prepped.
At the first intersection I experienced the turbo lag from standstill firsthand, and was like, WAH!! as I turned left before oncoming traffic, waiting for the TT to move from "crawl" to "punch it".
Afterwards, the wife wanted to visit the local VW/Audi dealership, and just so happened they were unwrapping a 2010 S5! Sorry, TT, that S5 just looks like one bad *** car! Dealer will call me back after it is prepped.
11-07-2009, 02:55 PM
#15
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11-07-2009, 06:49 PM
#16
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Thread Starter
I want the S5, but it is really hard to justify spending that kind of cheese for a 5 mile daily commute. I think I am back to focusing on a TT, preferably with something bigger than a 1.8.
I do have a question, though, after my test drive. I am 6'. By the time I slid the seat back far enough to work the pedals, it seemed like quite a reach to the shifter. I am used to the Stealth, where I can rest my right arm on the center console and shift without reaching forward as if I was changing the radio. Is this normal in the TT? Would the Mk2 be any different? Or can I do a better job positioning everything for a more comfortable/natural driving position? Thanks.
11-08-2009, 07:13 AM
#17
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The Mk 1 TT was a "concept car" that entered production with very few changes.
As such it's a real compromise on the inside.
You can't change the fact that basically it'a FWD Golf with an electronic part time AWD system.
Chipping the 4 cylinder cars really helps with the power and torque off the line issue. Check APR's site.
The Mk 2 interior is nicer and better laid out .You can get the V6 with a six speed manual. The exterior isn't as ground breaking s the Mk 1.
You can't change the fact that basically it'a FWD Golf with an electronic part time AWD system.
Chipping the 4 cylinder cars really helps with the power and torque off the line issue. Check APR's site.
The Mk 2 interior is nicer and better laid out .You can get the V6 with a six speed manual. The exterior isn't as ground breaking s the Mk 1.
11-09-2009, 07:50 AM
#18
Anything rubber will turn to mush.
Just replaced, in the last couple years, 4 drop links, motor mount, front strut bushing, trans mount, dogbone mount - all totally destroyed. Rear shock bushings are shot (need new shocks to fix).
The lower control arm bushings are very questionable (on my to-do list)
On our 3rd clutch (original and 2 replacements) in 90k mi. First one was due to a bad slave cyl. This one (picked it up friday from the mechanic) was due to a bad transmission seal that contaminated the clutch.
watch out for bad fuel sending units and clusters. Plastic clips in the doors will break and things will rattle in there (if not now, in short time though)
I am quite disappointed with the build quality of the car. I am used to driving my MGB, which, compared to my TT, is quite reliable!
It is a pretty car, fast (if chipped), and fun. But it does not seem to age well.
Just replaced, in the last couple years, 4 drop links, motor mount, front strut bushing, trans mount, dogbone mount - all totally destroyed. Rear shock bushings are shot (need new shocks to fix).
The lower control arm bushings are very questionable (on my to-do list)
On our 3rd clutch (original and 2 replacements) in 90k mi. First one was due to a bad slave cyl. This one (picked it up friday from the mechanic) was due to a bad transmission seal that contaminated the clutch.
watch out for bad fuel sending units and clusters. Plastic clips in the doors will break and things will rattle in there (if not now, in short time though)
I am quite disappointed with the build quality of the car. I am used to driving my MGB, which, compared to my TT, is quite reliable!
It is a pretty car, fast (if chipped), and fun. But it does not seem to age well.
11-09-2009, 02:25 PM
#20
Still should go through the car before chipping and other mods
Why spend hundreds of dollars if only to find it needs other expensive repairs, especially if you blew your budget on go fast stuff if the car can't handle it