Manual to DSG

[A7 UFO]

I wasn't comparing, I was making the point that just because we can do something doesn't mean we shouldn't try it a different way

[FroGTI]

Rolfe, don't worry: the DSG box is a bit like electric windows, or powers steering. Yes, you can live without them, but why the hell would you want to? Let machines do as much work as possible

[neilgcal]

I cant wait to get my hands on my DSG car next week! I dont think it will ever really see Drive mode though, i will be on the paddles all the way!!!

The first time i tried a DSG box was with the Scirocco and that took a few minutes to get used to it but by the end of the test drive i decided that i want DSG, just not a Scirocco. Then when i took the GTI out it was great and the DSG was a piece of cake!!! So bought both!!

There are a couple of good videos below explaining all the features of the DSG box which are plentiful! I watched them both the morning i was off for a test drive of the GTI so i was all clued up and could give it a proper test drive.

Part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffdVgjIIKA8

Part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7WY_-RsJd2U

[Rolfe]

Rolfe, don't worry: the DSG box is a bit like electric windows, or powers steering. Yes, you can live without them, but why the hell would you want to? Let machines do as much work as possible

That was my thought.  Yes, I can live without an iPod, and I know it takes time to learn to use it to its fullest potential.  But why the hell would I want to, when it can do all that tedious disc-changing work for me?

And as far as the price is concerned, recall, Kev, that I changed my mind about the leather seats.  I had originally priced the car with the leather, but decided against it.  So in that sense, I'm still £370 ahead of the game.  If you like, I decided I'd rather have the iPod than the really cool pair of trainers, and hey, the iPod was actually cheaper!

I'm just wondering how long it'll take me to get used to that fiddly little wheel bit and stop pressing the wrong side of it.

Rolfe.

[VWKev]

Sorry rolfe, now I get it, your actually just being a girl. 

[R32UK]

Spent 3 weeks in a DSG and couldnt wait to get out of it

[Rolfe]

Sorry rolfe, now I get it, your actually just being a girl. 

Correct.  Ain't biology wonderful! 

Spent 3 weeks in a DSG and couldnt wait to get out of it

    

Rolfe.

[matchboy]

Spent 3 weeks in a DSG and couldnt wait to get out of it

couldn't agree more, i personally don't feel the need for autos, takes all the fun out of driving.  nothing better than dropping down a gear or two manually in order to get some additional overtaking speed!!  makes you feel like you are actually driving the car as compared to the car doing all the thinking for you.  autos are for lazy drivers!!   

[R32UK]

I wouldnt worry about the dsg tbh Rolfe. Im sure you will love it once you get used to it, as it is a great bit of kit. It just detaches you from some of the driving experience but has its merits no doubt!

[VWKev]

For me, I'd rather I drive my own car, I dont want some clever little bit of kit to decide when I change gear. Where's the feeling of being in control ? Its stripped away from you.