Re: Whimpy TDI! [was: Re: yeah right!]

[Bunmar@aol.com]

In a message dated 98-02-15 17:39:24 EST, you write:

> Uwe Ross wrote:
>  > 
>  > Better yet, look at the TDI engine.  Only 90hp, but over 140 ft-lbs of
>  > torque.
>  
>  TDI's are for whimps!  I ran with one up NJ Rt. 23 today towards High
>  Point.  It was belching smoke badly.  When I finally had seen enough,
>  I went blowing by him just to show him the mighty VR6 logo.  I had
>  to pass him - the diesel fumes were making me sick..... :-)
>  
>  -Arthur

The other thing about TDI's that I don't like is the fact that they put an
emblem on the grill.  This makes it a little difficult to tell them apart from
a GLX on very quick inspection.  The VR6 should be the only car that has a
grill emblem.

Chuck Marshall