Evening troop,
I’d like to start by saying that I am not without a sense of humour nor am I biased toward a particular engine type in the A2, having had three variations in the family over the course of time. I’m penning this not in defence of my own A2, but broader, in the interests of those who own or aspire (yes) to own an FSI.
When I joined this wonderful club in 2005 with my TDI special edition, the family friendly atmosphere that predominantly remains today was the entirety of the club. There was no snobbery about what specification of A2 you owned, no penalty for owning a derivative other than a TDI, the ownership experience and club solidarity was centred on the car. I’ve since seen a distinct and very unsavoury swing against this club ethos.
The FSI was Audi’s first attempt at innovative fuel saving technology in a petrol engine. Yes, it is far from perfect, or reliable, the facts are the facts. I’d not advocate anything but the reality. If someone was looking for a reliable, cheap to run daily, I’d not champion the FSI personally. That said, a good running FSI is a pleasure, smooth and efficient and with good economy and reasonable power on tap too. In many respects the pioneering FSI suits the pioneering A2.
So, back to the point in hand. Presenting the facts about the FSIs many problems in a measured balanced way, as is duly exercised with the TDI 90, dual mass flywheel and variable vane turbo against the power, performance and economy, is fair and on point. To berate consistently in a manner that may make owners of such cars feel less-valued amongst the club following, falls well below the kindness that the club is renowned for. Sadly this is more of a constant on this forum now.
I fear such actions might also put off new members who have joined for advice and counsel and who are met with derogatory remarks from such a loyal following.
This thread is a plea in effect. We all share the passion that is the A2, we are all here because we love the A2 and in equal measure we all love our own cars. This applies whether a base car or a fully loaded model and/or regardless of which of the five engine choices are hidden beneath the removable bonnet.
All derivatives deserve to be cherished and all deserve to wear the A2 badge. In equal measure, all deserve our respect.
I’m asking that the club pull together here and help to make the A2 ownership and classic car status fun for all and a reality for all.
Darren
I’d like to start by saying that I am not without a sense of humour nor am I biased toward a particular engine type in the A2, having had three variations in the family over the course of time. I’m penning this not in defence of my own A2, but broader, in the interests of those who own or aspire (yes) to own an FSI.
When I joined this wonderful club in 2005 with my TDI special edition, the family friendly atmosphere that predominantly remains today was the entirety of the club. There was no snobbery about what specification of A2 you owned, no penalty for owning a derivative other than a TDI, the ownership experience and club solidarity was centred on the car. I’ve since seen a distinct and very unsavoury swing against this club ethos.
The FSI was Audi’s first attempt at innovative fuel saving technology in a petrol engine. Yes, it is far from perfect, or reliable, the facts are the facts. I’d not advocate anything but the reality. If someone was looking for a reliable, cheap to run daily, I’d not champion the FSI personally. That said, a good running FSI is a pleasure, smooth and efficient and with good economy and reasonable power on tap too. In many respects the pioneering FSI suits the pioneering A2.
So, back to the point in hand. Presenting the facts about the FSIs many problems in a measured balanced way, as is duly exercised with the TDI 90, dual mass flywheel and variable vane turbo against the power, performance and economy, is fair and on point. To berate consistently in a manner that may make owners of such cars feel less-valued amongst the club following, falls well below the kindness that the club is renowned for. Sadly this is more of a constant on this forum now.
I fear such actions might also put off new members who have joined for advice and counsel and who are met with derogatory remarks from such a loyal following.
This thread is a plea in effect. We all share the passion that is the A2, we are all here because we love the A2 and in equal measure we all love our own cars. This applies whether a base car or a fully loaded model and/or regardless of which of the five engine choices are hidden beneath the removable bonnet.
All derivatives deserve to be cherished and all deserve to wear the A2 badge. In equal measure, all deserve our respect.
I’m asking that the club pull together here and help to make the A2 ownership and classic car status fun for all and a reality for all.
Darren