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Drifting
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From: Springfield MO
St. Jude Donor '05
You really should test drive an A4 and a MN6 to see what YOU like the best.
All 4 sports cars that I have owned have be manual transmissions, but my next one will be an automatic. I'm getting to the point where I just want to step on it and go...and not having to downshift, match revs, etc.
Also, if you like FI like I do, the assortment of C5 clutches that will hold big power is disappointing to say the least. You're always trading off something - chatter, drivetrain noise, stiffer pedal, grabby engagement. I say get a beefy A4 and let it fly! In fact, I'm considering converting from a M6 to an built A4. Hopefully, John Page isn't reading this thread or he'll be licking his chops over selling me a new tranny.
Also, I've heard that an A4 setup maintains boost better between shifts. That sounds cool to me.
All 4 sports cars that I have owned have be manual transmissions, but my next one will be an automatic. I'm getting to the point where I just want to step on it and go...and not having to downshift, match revs, etc.
Also, if you like FI like I do, the assortment of C5 clutches that will hold big power is disappointing to say the least. You're always trading off something - chatter, drivetrain noise, stiffer pedal, grabby engagement. I say get a beefy A4 and let it fly! In fact, I'm considering converting from a M6 to an built A4. Hopefully, John Page isn't reading this thread or he'll be licking his chops over selling me a new tranny.
Also, I've heard that an A4 setup maintains boost better between shifts. That sounds cool to me.
Le Mans Master
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From: AKA Harvey Mushman-I know just enough to be dangerous "Those who sacrifice liberty for safety deserve neither"- B. Franklin
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Originally Posted by VinnieR
I believe that GM has probably gotten a handle on the column lock problem on late model MN6s. The local dealer just updated the programming on my 2003 and they believe that this solves the problem. Some earlier models needed more extensive mods. (See the sticky at the top of the section.) At least that's their story and they're sticking to it.
That said, the purpose of a sports car is to maximize the interaction between the driver and the machine to have more fun driving IMHO. I get a lot of satisfaction when I drive my MN6 well and take it as a challenge to continually improve my skills. The A4 doesn't give you that opportunity. Got no problem with those who prefer to leave the shifting to the computer, but its not for me.
That said, the purpose of a sports car is to maximize the interaction between the driver and the machine to have more fun driving IMHO. I get a lot of satisfaction when I drive my MN6 well and take it as a challenge to continually improve my skills. The A4 doesn't give you that opportunity. Got no problem with those who prefer to leave the shifting to the computer, but its not for me.
with everything else you said. For me it was MN6 or no Vette.
