Would anyone else do this?

[k.k.]

Over-slept this morning, so had to rush! Fortunately the London roads were clear and I arrived on time. However, as the engine was only 55c by the time I arrived, I decided to keep driving until my engine was properly warmed to about 70c. Of course, I was late!

Would anyone else have done the same thing?

[chris watton]

k.k. said:

Over-slept this morning, so had to rush! Fortunately the London roads were clear and I arrived on time. However, as the engine was only 55c by the time I arrived, I decided to keep driving until my engine was properly warmed to about 70c. Of course, I was late! Would anyone else have done the same thing?

I would, but you lot tell me I'm mental anyway!!

[maddog-uk]

Yep, definately would, I thought it was on the pledge you sign when you buy. That at the fact you are doing a public service !

[niro]

Is it really bad to make short journeys? I didn't realise it is that bad to make short journeys...

Pls Advise: I intend on using my sag as an everyday car, and every morning my journey is only 15 minutes max. Would this be detrimental to me sag?? I know I should take it very easy when a car is not warm... but... I didn't realise you have to reach a certain temp before ending the journey??..??

[Mr Freefall]

k.k. said:

Over-slept this morning, so had to rush! Fortunately the London roads were clear and I arrived on time. However, as the engine was only 55c by the time I arrived, I decided to keep driving until my engine was properly warmed to about 70c. Of course, I was late! Would anyone else have done the same thing?

Looks like you might need an engine rebuild after this little stunt Sir... You know how tempremental the Speed 6 is

[k.k.]

niro said:

Is it really bad to make short journeys? I didn't realise it is that bad to make short journeys... Pls Advise: I intend on using my sag as an everyday car, and every morning my journey is only 15 minutes max.

Don't call me Max, but basically if your journey doesn't allow the engine to warm up properly, it ain't too good in the long rung! However, a 15 minute journey in traffic should make the engine nice and warm. If not - it looks like you are going to have to take the long route to work (which I often do). However in a Sag this should be a bonus rather than a pain! Perhaps people exaggerate too much about using a Speed6 for short journeys. I’m sure you can do it in small doses provided you look after the car properly and give it a good old blast on weekends. But really, it’s not the kind of car you can use to pop out and buy the newspaper from around the corner. Personally I don't like to switch off - until the temp hits 65-70c. But maybe that's just me being too kid-glovey! Who knows?

And Mr Freefall, thanks for the words of comfort (I don't think!!!)