Audi TT

Abyss · 15 Jul 2009 at 22:45

Have had a change of heart slightly and (after an amazing test drive) am now considering the Mk1 Audi TT over the Mazda Mx-5 for my partners daily driver and my weekend toy.

I wonder if anyone can help with the following questions please?

Should I go for the Roadster or Coupe?

The 1.8T or the 3.2 V6?

Are there any issues with the DSG gearbox in the 3.2? I have found a really nice 04 example for £11k but I am concerned it may cost me in the long run. Would something like the Tesco warranty help?

What is servicing / maintenance like on the Audi? I realise it will be a huge step up from the 04 Punto but a rough idea would be useful. I am going to go to my local garage tomorrow to get a feel for it.

Abyss · 16 Jul 2009 at 12:04

Thanks for the advice everyone.

I had somewhat discounted the S2000 as the girlfriend will be driving it on a daily basis in all weather conditions, rear wheel drive, no traction control and ice would not be a good combo for her! On the other hand the TT has 4WD and ESP. Is this a fair assessment?

We both test drove the new 2.0L MX-5, and although it handled extremely well, it just isn't the car for us, it doesn't have the straight-line power I crave and the girlfriend felt insecure driving it compared to the TT.

Abyss · 16 Jul 2009 at 12:06

[TW]Fox;14488756 said:
Get the V6 cos 6 > 4

I am swaying towards the V6 for 2 reasons:

o I love the sound of a big V6 engine

o There's no turbo to kick in mid-corner resulting in the girlfriend ending up in a ditch

Abyss · 16 Jul 2009 at 12:08

arcamalpha said:
The 180bhp can have two tailpapes too. Best way to tell a 225bhp is to check for ventalated rear brake disks. I'd go for the 1.8T rather than the V6. It's faster 'day to day', a lot more economical and lighter over the front wheels.

TT mk1 handling isn't the best, but it's a very comfortable, stylish and well put together car. Go for it!

Thanks, how much more economical are we talking when driven lightly day-to-day? Parkers only seems to show a few mpg difference. I think the next plan is to test drive the 1.8T to compare.

Abyss · 16 Jul 2009 at 13:58

jamief said:
You've never driven a turbocharged car then?

You've never seen my girlfriend drive then?

Rhyzz said:
TT's are lovely to drive, very planted, althoughthe driving position is a bit crap if you ask me. The DSG box in Audi's is bullet proof BUT if it does go wrong, it's expensive. V6 over the 1.8T any day, will hold it's residuals much better and the DSG box.

I am very tempted by the 3.2 V6, I can get a 3 year warranty that includes the DSG for £600 by the looks of it. I just need to fully work out a cost comparison tonight as the 3.2 is looking to be a lot more costly (insurance, economy, purchase price etc). I think insurance alone is close to £2k.