Some of the old timers might recall that I'm currently on my 3rd TT, having returned the previous 2 to Audi via the California Lemon Law. While I loved each TT, the first 2 had many problems.

This one is a 2004 3.2 TTR that was delivered in late 2003. I'm approaching 50k on the thing now. Fortunately, Audi extended my warranty by an additional 12k miles due to the many past problems per my request.

For anyone interested, I'm happy to report that this car has been nearly flawless. I've had a slight annoying loud squeal that pops up from the rear brakes when reversing from time-to-time (they still haven't figured out what's up), but other than that, it's been perfect.

I've had people ask me why I stuck by the TT after owning 2 lemons. The answer is that first off, I love the car. Beyond that, I drove my last TT for 60,000 miles, returned it to Audi along with $2,000 and they handed me a brand new car, so how can you complain about that?

Unfortunately, I won't be able to return this one, but it's still looking and running great. As a side note, if there are any of you who have not driven a DSG TT, I'd encourage you to give it a try. There seems to be a bias in favor of the traditional manual transmission and I'll admit to having that same bias until I spent a lot of time behind the wheel of a DSG TT. In a word, it's brilliant!

Since it's paid for and looking and running great, I'll likely be keeping this one for awhile. Let's hope that the next 50,000 miles are as enjoyable and problem-free!

 

Glad this one's working out for ya'!

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Good to hear from you Brad, nice report - congratulations on this one.

 

Glad to hear it has been good to ya Brad...you were due! :-)

 

couple of broken interior things. Otherwise enjoying the car also for the same reasons.

 

and for the most part has been trouble free except for the DSG mechatronic that was replaced under warranty at 24K.

This is my second TT and simply love it :-)

I do agree with you that the DSG grew on me as the miles piled on (I came in with a super traditional manual bias) ... I always drive in paddle mode and it did require some getting used to. Going to a road course this weekend for 2 days of track time and will post DSG impressions later.

Pal

 

You deserve a break. (They must have picked one that wasn't built on a Friday.)

 

However, I'm considering getting rid of it.

 

I'm one who (currently, never having tried) cannot fathom what it would be like to be without my 6-speed manual. I've driven triptronic Audis in the past, and always ended up just leaving the thing in drive. I know the virtues of the DSG on paper, but how long did it take for you to succumb to its charms?

 

Glad this one is working for you Brad. Mine has 106K and still runs great.