So is it ok to drive with this defect? Assuming it's the only one? Will it damage the engine or something? I can live with the noise. Oh yeah, if it helps at all: 0-100 11.5 sec, 220kph top speed(indicated). Oil consumption about 3.5L/1000km.

[This message has been edited by Mark Sare (edited 09-21-2000).]