FiST impulse buy

[stef1808]

Bought a performance pack st2 mk8 earlier today without knowing much about the car - all seems good at the show room

After driving it a bit I’ve noticed these points and would like to know if it’s normal

- around 1-2k rpm there’s vibration and exhaust drone, it reminds me the effect after changing downpipes and exhaust on my old car

- engine auto stop start (although I always tend to turn off) starts up with a bang/thump

- android auto very buggy and sometimes closes randomly - will try a new usb cable

- flat foot shifting seems fun and doesn’t feel too stressful on the transmission/clutch am I wrong?

- passenger door rattling when cold

Otherwise it’s a great little rocket and really impressed with the way it drives/handles

[Nick-ST]

Having had one of these I would be inclined to take a look at the torque mount between the gearbox and the engine. It is a well known part that can fail OR if it has been "upgraded" to a firmer aftermarket one that would explain the noise you get. I changed mine at the same time as fitting a new exhaust and I was adamant that the exhaust was blowing somewhere due to the noises this mount created. It would also make the cabin vibrate more which could explain your door rattle.

[Janesy B]

Everything isn't normal bar the door rattles but by all means have a whinge at the dealer about that too. The android auto issues might be solved with a software update - connect it to your wifi or tether using your mobile and update it.

[LuS1fer]

May be worth checking the rubber exhaust mounts as they tend to break , allowing the exhaust to rattle. I upgraded my Mk 7 to poly hangers.

As for flat foot shifting, why would you even do that?

[stef1808]

Thanks for your replies. I was away and only now got a chance to take it ford. They think the drone and startup is probably due to worn engine mounts but won’t know unless they change them.