A4 -- 1.8t and V6 owner experiences requested

[Scott]

At 13:50 05-02-01 -0800, Fisher, Scott wrote:
>"fiddling with" the 1.8t -- a chip here, a larger intercooler there, a
>bigger turbo later, etc. -- is very appealing to me, and I understand the V6
>has far less aftermarket stuff available for it, but may need it less (with
>190-200 bhp, depending on year, in the 30V version).

1998 Audi A4 2.8Q 5-spd manual


>What influenced your decision to choose the engine you did?

I was buying this car as a highway cruiser/commuter car that I can take to 
the track when I want to. The V6 met these criteria.
If I really decide I need more pep I can go for the PES supercharger.

>Do you think you made the right decision?

Absolutely.

>What's your favorite characteristic of the engine you selected?

I can handle stop-and-go traffic, stops on steep hills, etc with far fewer 
shifts due to the higher torque of the 6. The smoothness of the power delivery.

>What's your least favorite?

Blasting through the gears of a turbo-charged 4. The sportier feeling that 
gives.

>Do you have any modifications (chip, bigger turbo, intercooler, exhaust,
>etc.)?  Do you wish you did?

If I find myself somewhat flush with cash I plan on getting the PES and 
slightly sportier shocks/struts.

>Completely aside from the engine discussion: what's your favorite thing
>about the A4?

Quattro, luxurious interior.

>Least favorite?

Needs a better stereo (Has the Delta unit w/CD)

>   First thing you'd change (or first thing you
>did)?

1) New stereo
2) slightly stiffer shocks/struts
3) supercharger (sorta a dream item)
That's the entire list.