RE: Audi TT (MkI): Catch It While You Can
Discussion
twoblacklines said:
SuperchargedVR6 said:
The biggest problem with the MK4/TT1 platform is structural rigidty. Drive a MK5/TT2 back to back with the earlier cars and the difference is startling, especially at high speeds on B roads.
But that is what makes it feel good though. It feels like an older car and it feels like you are more in control of it rather than ecu's being in the way. TT2 feels like a limo in comparison.SuperchargedVR6 said:
I don't mind old cars feeling a bit more raw, but in this case it's more a loss of composure at speed that's the problem. Hence why so many people binned the original one. It quickly turns from a pleasant ride at 6/10ths to getting all out of shape by 8/10ths. The MK2 feels one heck of a lot more composed at speed, which is also a heck of a lot more confidence inspiring.
Didn't most people bin the original because it lacked a rear spoiler?
Josh_Mk1TT said:
MehrunesDagon said:
Do tell! 
To be honest... it's not too bad. I have 0NCB right now and am paying £150 a month. I took out my policy last august and got a deal where I get 2 years NCB when I renew... so roll on August! The Fuel bill adds up too though. It'll easily do 30's on the motorway but around the doors, 24 is the best I've seen. Worth it though!
Enjoy!
Audemars said:
Drive it in reverse all the way to your destination and no one will know the difference.
Absolutely hideous looking cars just like R8s and Porsches.
compared to your car, which is?Absolutely hideous looking cars just like R8s and Porsches.
are you even old enough to drive? or is it because it doesn't come with a 6 fig price tag?
I've had two of them. The first was a coupe and the second, which I've had for 14 years now is a roadster. The coupe handled better of course but the roadster is a perfectly good car. Yes it's not as fast and doesn't quite handle as well as my other car, a mk7 golf r, but on a nice day I'll choose the TT. Insurance and running costs are pretty low but then again mine has only done 90k miles.
They changed the suspension more than once. The original was quite hard but of course there were the issues so they swapped it with something softer. They changed it again around 2002 I think and that's what's on my current roadster. It's a bit hard for my liking, especially on British roads. Speaking of which, it's very planted and the handling criticisms are mostly unjustified. Yes it will understeer but by that point you're into driving like a dick territory.
There are lot of them about which is why prices are low. Service intervals are long but you do need to keep your eye on them. There will be some issues as it's an old car now but the shared platform keeps prices down; the power steering on mine failed last year and pissed fluid all over the road but it was an inexpensive repair.
They changed the suspension more than once. The original was quite hard but of course there were the issues so they swapped it with something softer. They changed it again around 2002 I think and that's what's on my current roadster. It's a bit hard for my liking, especially on British roads. Speaking of which, it's very planted and the handling criticisms are mostly unjustified. Yes it will understeer but by that point you're into driving like a dick territory.
There are lot of them about which is why prices are low. Service intervals are long but you do need to keep your eye on them. There will be some issues as it's an old car now but the shared platform keeps prices down; the power steering on mine failed last year and pissed fluid all over the road but it was an inexpensive repair.
I've got one of these. A two owner 65,000 miles car no mods other than Golf R32 ARB's.
They look great, still, the build quality is excellent & the interior is a nice place to be. I've owned a lot of car's & I must say the MK1 TT is NOT that terrible to drive. It's got a fair turn of speed & the handling is not as bad as some make out & the steering feel is OK. Not the sharpest but not the worst. I like it!
At present, for the money, they are an absolute bargain. Will defo be sought after in years to come.
They look great, still, the build quality is excellent & the interior is a nice place to be. I've owned a lot of car's & I must say the MK1 TT is NOT that terrible to drive. It's got a fair turn of speed & the handling is not as bad as some make out & the steering feel is OK. Not the sharpest but not the worst. I like it!
At present, for the money, they are an absolute bargain. Will defo be sought after in years to come.
Long been a fan of these, always tempted since I sat in one and I saw the point, the poseuers have moved on now leaving what is a well made, decently quick, distinctive coupe.
Loads still about as they were robust (apart from the Dash pods, coil packs and other know failures)
Think they are going to start creeping up, the Mk2 and 3 are good cars but lost something, I think the original is more distinctive, pretty much iconic an nice to see it getting some recognition rather than the lame "hairdresser" comments.
Loads still about as they were robust (apart from the Dash pods, coil packs and other know failures)
Think they are going to start creeping up, the Mk2 and 3 are good cars but lost something, I think the original is more distinctive, pretty much iconic an nice to see it getting some recognition rather than the lame "hairdresser" comments.
I still cant make my mind up on them, as an all around package they are pretty much perfect for sub £2k. But are they just abit dull? I think they look fantastic inside and out, the 1.8t is tunable and costs buttons to run, but are they just boring?
I might have to go and have another look at one
I might have to go and have another look at one
This is highly fortuitous - I'm off to Hong Kong in 3 weeks and as such am putting my TT up for sale. If anyone can be tempted by a sensible mile, remapped red convertible..keep an eye out!
To comment properly:
They're still a great looking car. The rear 3/4 viewed from by the drivers door is a favourite of mine. It's not as sharp as my S2K was, it's not fast or as special as my Chimaera was...nor is it as terrifying in anything other than a straight line on a try day than either of them...and by god they're well built. The interior feels like it's hewn from granite.
To comment properly:
They're still a great looking car. The rear 3/4 viewed from by the drivers door is a favourite of mine. It's not as sharp as my S2K was, it's not fast or as special as my Chimaera was...nor is it as terrifying in anything other than a straight line on a try day than either of them...and by god they're well built. The interior feels like it's hewn from granite.
I've always liked the look of these and, having owned a few cars on that platform, I expect I could live with its perceived flaws.
We're down to one car at the moment, a Tiguan, and every now and then I think it would be nice to have something else for those odd occasions two cars are needed. One of these would be just the right compromise I think. Not just a Golf, decent power, and still fancy looking enough to turn up to client meetings.
The lady over the road sold a very clean low miles 180 coupe last year when her husband passed on. It took some time to sell and I regularly looked over at it wishing I had the cash available.
We're down to one car at the moment, a Tiguan, and every now and then I think it would be nice to have something else for those odd occasions two cars are needed. One of these would be just the right compromise I think. Not just a Golf, decent power, and still fancy looking enough to turn up to client meetings.
The lady over the road sold a very clean low miles 180 coupe last year when her husband passed on. It took some time to sell and I regularly looked over at it wishing I had the cash available.
twoblacklines said:
SuperchargedVR6 said:
I don't mind old cars feeling a bit more raw, but in this case it's more a loss of composure at speed that's the problem. Hence why so many people binned the original one. It quickly turns from a pleasant ride at 6/10ths to getting all out of shape by 8/10ths. The MK2 feels one heck of a lot more composed at speed, which is also a heck of a lot more confidence inspiring.
Didn't most people bin the original because it lacked a rear spoiler?PorkRind said:
Would spend my money on something a lot more interesting !
like what ?honest question for the same amount of money say £2000 -£2500 , what is a LOT more interesting ?
i ask as im wanting something new myself and in this price range there is not a lot of interesting cars that are this capable , fast , solid e.t.c
the other cars im toying with getting are a good clio 172 or 182 ..but not sure if they are more interesting then the audi ?
SuperchargedVR6 said:
twoblacklines said:
SuperchargedVR6 said:
I don't mind old cars feeling a bit more raw, but in this case it's more a loss of composure at speed that's the problem. Hence why so many people binned the original one. It quickly turns from a pleasant ride at 6/10ths to getting all out of shape by 8/10ths. The MK2 feels one heck of a lot more composed at speed, which is also a heck of a lot more confidence inspiring.
Didn't most people bin the original because it lacked a rear spoiler?The changes were made to increase understeer.
My wife has had a 225 Roadster for a few years and loves it. They drive better than people give them credit for, I think some people just regurgitate what they have read/heard motoring journalist say. In the every day driving you have to be doing licence threatening speeds to unsettle it. As for steering feel etc with the pot holes, corrugated surface and speed humps around where I live bugger all feels decent! Tracks might be different, but she didn't buy it for track.
Josh_Mk1TT said:
I bought a mk1 225 two months ago as my first car (I'm 19) and it's the best decision I've ever made.
It took me 5 months to find the one I really wanted. It had to be a Desert Pearl Green 225 with black interior... seems to be a very niche combination. even more so when you want one that's been looked after. Mine was owned my a mechanic who had known the car for 11 years.
It has done 93k, has FSH and had just had the full cambelt kit replaced. I only paid £2300 but have now spent over £4000 on it to get it how I want it (this includes a major service and haldex service)
At this moment in time, an investment is exactly what this isn't but I know that it will always retain it's value to a large degree. Plus it sounds fantastic, makes loads of stupid turbo noise and pulls like a train!
Insurance is another matter...
Christ alive, you could have had mine and saved yourself enough for some coke and hookers.It took me 5 months to find the one I really wanted. It had to be a Desert Pearl Green 225 with black interior... seems to be a very niche combination. even more so when you want one that's been looked after. Mine was owned my a mechanic who had known the car for 11 years.
It has done 93k, has FSH and had just had the full cambelt kit replaced. I only paid £2300 but have now spent over £4000 on it to get it how I want it (this includes a major service and haldex service)
At this moment in time, an investment is exactly what this isn't but I know that it will always retain it's value to a large degree. Plus it sounds fantastic, makes loads of stupid turbo noise and pulls like a train!
Insurance is another matter...
Edited by Josh_Mk1TT on Thursday 2nd February 10:45
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