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177 dsg r-line

Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2013 7:58 pm
by Tash
Been for a test drive today and considering placing an order for the 177 dsg r-line, just unsure whether to go for the 2.0tsi dsg or even stump the extra for an R.

Was impressed with the 177, didn't sound at all like a diesel, pulled well and had a very throaty exhaust, in fact a bit to throaty. Dsg box is a fantastic bit of kit though. Had a mk5 Gti manual few years back and just thinking back I think I liked the Tsi slightly better, just felt that bit faster and lighter/nimble, although as I say the 177 felt nice.

We want candy what's thoughts on black over the standard silver 19"s?

Re: 177 dsg r-line

Posted: Sat Aug 10, 2013 8:20 pm
by Cuprabob
The throaty sound is not coming from the exhaust but from the artificial sound generator.

Re: 177 dsg r-line

Posted: Sun Aug 11, 2013 2:42 pm
by Tash
Didnt realise, can this be switched off?

Cars ordered now, white r-line, dsg 177 tdi and went for the standard silver 19's.

Re: 177 dsg r-line

Posted: Sun Aug 11, 2013 2:53 pm
by Mark V
Sadly not - it can be removed (with varying degrees of ease which seems to depend on the age of the car).

Re: 177 dsg r-line

Posted: Sun Aug 11, 2013 5:29 pm
by Tash
It's not issue, actually sounds good will just take some getting used to, cars for wife I have a F30 330d

Re: 177 dsg r-line

Posted: Sun Aug 11, 2013 5:38 pm
by bitmadmax
Nice spec - enjoy :) Don't forget to post some pics when you do get her :)