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runboy
09-09-2003, 11:42 PM
In the latest issue of WhatCar? they did tests on the drivers visability, with the A2 coming 41 out of 50 (with 1 being the best for driver visability).

Have a look at this link:
http://www.whatcar.com/default.asp?a=news&b=story&makeref=&modelref=&cat=3&article=2332

Must be those thick pillars at the front that knocked points off....

Steve - 2002 1.4SE petrol, Silver, black/black interior, Then an identical replacement 2003 A2. Now a Toyota Corolla 1.6 T-Spirit
Kaine
10-09-2003, 12:35 AM
Interesting read. suprised to see the Yaris and Jazz below the A2 though.

Kaine

P.S. Finally got to do some Moderating Steve - well done!!! Good decision aswell
runboy
10-09-2003, 12:41 AM
I was suprised with the Yaris too-I've driven them on a number of occasions and thought they were fine. Interesting with the Disco-all this about being higher up giving good views etc etc

And yes, I had to sit down with a cuppa after the moderating bit-took it out of me. Might need sugar levels bringing back up-biscuits!!!!

Steve - 2002 1.4SE petrol, Silver, black/black interior, Then an identical replacement 2003 A2. Now a Toyota Corolla 1.6 T-Spirit
mediacitizen
10-09-2003, 11:45 AM
Those thick pillars and the tiny back window!

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Johann
10-09-2003, 04:06 PM
After driving the new A3 yesterday the A2 does not have a tiny rear window... A3's is smaller or shallower - though it does not distort everything behind you to Noddy cars!

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mediacitizen
10-09-2003, 04:21 PM
I think that my rear view is a bit more restricted than most due to the spoiler.

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gerard
11-09-2003, 12:29 AM
i don't mind the visability issue on the pillars...

part of the reason why they are so thick is for crash protecion....

i've driven far worse cars! heh heh...

2003 1.6 SE FSI Cobalt Blue & 1968 Dodge Charger
Johann
11-09-2003, 11:53 AM
They are not thick for crash protection, they are thick because they are made of aluminium and an aluminium extrusion is bigger than a steel one to give the same strength... Look at the new Renault Espace's A-pillars... thin as you can get, yet the car has a 5 star NCAP rating...

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2001 A2 TDI SE Crystal Blue with Open Sky, 6CD Symphony II, BOSE upgrade, DIS and HALF a winterpack!

iPAQ 3970 with Sat-Nav sleeve, rear cupholders, luggage net and floppy wiper!

http://www.audi-a2.co.uk/uk23.htm