a4 manual owners: regret not getting the automatic? automatic owners: regret not getting the manual?
09-20-2001, 05:45 AM
#2
Nope. The only time I wish I had a manual was during stop light drag races.
The rest of the time, I love the tiptronic. Oh, and this is my first automatic in 15 years of driving. Maybe that's why.
09-20-2001, 05:52 AM
#4
I've never owned an auto. hands down the manual is more fun, but a pain in the a$$ for some people
in traffic. I really don't see it as a problem. I enjoy the control of the car, especially in the curves of the "fun" roads. We had an auto Grand Cherokee and I didn't mind driving it, but there was no joy in driving it. It hauled stuff, big deal. We've since sold it and purchased a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport; 5 speed was a definite option we both wanted.
I only wish my A4 had a 6th gear! It needs one.
I only wish my A4 had a 6th gear! It needs one.
09-20-2001, 05:54 AM
#5
I agree that a manual is more fun than a 'regular' auto, but the tip is nearly as fun...
the only really bad thing about it is the long gear ratios. It shifts as fast or faster than most people can shift a 5sp manual..
09-20-2001, 05:54 AM
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yes I regret not getting the manual, that's the only thing I don't like about my car now
Driving a german manual transmission is so rewarding and effortless. Coming from a Japanese manual, I didn't want another manual because it was such a workout. Since then, I've driven numerous Audi/VW manuals (including the somewhat difficult S4) and miss it tremendousely.
I think it has alot to do with your daily driving conditions. If you're constantly stuck in traffic I think you'll come to hate it. If you can enjoy some open curvy roads on your daily commute the manual will reward you on every shift.
My $.02
99.5 2.8QTipS
I think it has alot to do with your daily driving conditions. If you're constantly stuck in traffic I think you'll come to hate it. If you can enjoy some open curvy roads on your daily commute the manual will reward you on every shift.
My $.02
99.5 2.8QTipS
