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Old 06-07-2007, 08:59 PM   #5
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Originally Posted by lemming View Post
i think DSG is a good replacement for an automatic, but that's about it to me.
I agree 100%. Either as a slushie alternative or maybe in a track-only car since I can see how it would make balls-to-the-wall driving easier.


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ugh.

reword my question:

i don't give a rat's ass about DSG, i care more about how the engine powered the car and if the interior was liveable long term. i'd opt for the true manual..
The A3 was certainly nice enough. The engine was surprisingly peppy. Interior was nice but not up to par to E46 standards. FWIW, I still rather have my car (except maybe on crappy winter days). Tires were mediocre and the dynamics so-so but I had 3 guys with me, and well, it's an A3. If I needed it, and for the right price, yes I would own it.

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