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Originally Posted by compu_85
Again, an argument with no real data to back it up. What's wrong with transverse mounted engines? It makes service easier. It makes engine removal and instillation easier. Is it quite as good in the NVH dept? No, probably not. But I appreciate being able to get at all the sensors, injectors, and transmission linkages easily.
-J
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Since when? I prefer about 3 cubic feet of space on the exhaust side of the engine bay to having a procedure for lifting, lowering, then relifting the engine to remove one engine mount to do a timing belt. Or removing the front subframe to pull the transmission to change the clutch, that then requires the front wheels get an alignment. Much more trouble than it should be. I don't even like this new Quattro system. Bring back the transfer case and front diff, move the engine back about a foot and a half!
That said, I've driven some VW's that were pretty fun, the 2003.5 GTI 24V being my favorite. New one was too stiff. Took them long enough to update from the 12V head, but it was well built, handled decent enough, pretty good power I suppose. My Audi was always faster hands down without breaking a sweat, but the dub was more fun, honestly.