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Does the co-driver sometimes just skip corners?

I don't think so. At least I never noticed.

I did however change the offset so that he reads the commands earlier. It's a bit awkward at first but I think it beats "200 - 6 left long" *flat out* "intoimmediateacuteright" *CRASH*

There used to be a stage in Network Q RAC Rally (PC game from about 15 years ago), where you'd drive about 3 miles down an almost entirely straight road at absolute top speed; after which he'd suddenly announce '30, square right' and you'd go straight on over a T-junction at 140mph.

Got that network Q game sitting in the drawer of the computer desk! Used to spend hours racing on it. Shame its so awkward to get it working without Dos.

Says the guy who joined the forum on April 1st how odd.

How old are you Eddy? Might make a difference!
OH and avoid the black boxes, they lower the premium, but from what I read up on what they give you discount for driving style wise, all it does it make you a danger to others!
Awarded from accelerating very slowly........not handy onto a motorway or A road. And they also dont seem to take into account speed, so as long as you accelerate slowly to 80mph in a 30 zone theyll reward you

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This only because VAG was too ignorant to use the much better system invented by FIAT. CR engines arent comparable imo with the very old pb technology. I think that VW's CR engines are actually better than their old pb's.. but they are nowhere near close to Fiat's CR JTDs when it comes to reliability.

And with these two sentances you've ruined your whole argument, The JTD/CDti engine is the worst reliability diesel ive come accross in the UK. Though going by your posts in other places you really have something against the Vw group.....So i wont turn this into an argument.



To the OP...

Really, it all depends what you want it for. Fitting the family in is quite a broad requirement. With the cars your looking at its best to go have a drive of each and narrow the list to one, maybe two models. then look for the best trim/quaility/price you can get.

Not sure where the unreliable tdi in vw is dan? Though possibly the newer CR engines arent as good. Ive had the old PD engines and covered 70,000miles in each of them without a single problem!

ID say the VW group probably are the best reliability on diesels, wouldnt touch their petrols if my life depended on it, too many big faliures!
Ford (though you have oz/nz fords) are the other way round. Avoid anything french Its hard to compare reliability when you dont know the condition of the current cars in new zealand.

The A4 and Passat are the same car underneath (Both Volkswawgen group). If you like the A4 but maybe want something a bit lower cost, the Seat Exeo is the 05-07 Audi A4 with some altered panels...Dashboard is identical to the A4 convertable.

Another option from the Vw group is skoda, If you can get over the badge snobbery! Something ugly but good for the kids - skoda roomster, Low cut rear windows so the kids have a better view etc. If you want toys and legroom try a skoda superb estate, 633 litres of bootspace, Satnav, DVD, heated leather (not that you need that round your way!), self parking systems, 170bhp and around 5L/100km (2.0 diesel).........sadly ive just looked up how much they are used in NZ! So forget all ive said

Out of the choices you have given the A4 is probably your best buy, unless you can import a skoda from the uk

Problem being that doesn't work unless pre-booked. And its been there since 1.1.1 that's 3 patches ago! Shouldn't ignore major bugs just to add features.

Still not fixed the "no-contact" multiplayer bug then?

I used to have this. Always happened at same time as kitchen appliance turning on/off. Could be a weak home electrics, make sure the pc and wheel are plugged into a surge protect extension

I guess that means scot Pye is in the tekno entry next year!

PS: Anyone able to get the race replays yet?

Which engine is it scrabby? Seen M3 Evo3 engines turbo to 550bhp with DIY parts

Same here. Reckon the management had a bit of a brown trouser moment when they checked their inbox on monday!!
Still havent said yes to cancelling it though. I get it all on Tv without cost........ah well, at least the replays are back.

yeah, it was really good on youtube. got a consistant quality video too. ah well, recorded on motors tv now to watch today

thats what I've suspected. Hence cancelling my subscription, as I can get the races and record them on motors TV. Albeit with ads, but as long as i record the replay not the live I dont actually miss any action as the programe "pauses" during the ads.

Also, under the "view" tab, the option for 'full races' has now disapeared, which is where you would watch them on-demand....I reckon fox has pushed for that one!

Anyone able to get todays qualifying races off Superview yet? Don't really fancy waiting much longer, it'll be on motors TV (Albeit with adverts every 5 seconds!) in about an hour.

EDIT: Managed to watch the qualfying AND first races on motors TV before its even on superview. think ill be asking for a refund........seems to have gone downhill this year.

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Superview is good value. Get all races without ads and can re-watch them at any time. had it 2 years now. Though it may convert into UK currency a bit better than yours price wise!
Will be intresting to see how the FGX gets on. Noticed Holden have changed to an S60 style rear wing as has ford. Just merc and Nissan going the other way.

Anyone know why McLaren have taken last years marussia and repainted it?

Oldman? Also of dMr fame? Think he's pretty past it :P

Hoping someone can help me with this one.....
I can't seem to get the sound set up to hear other cars unless they are ahead of me, surely I should be able to hear an engine 5ft from my ears? Makes it a nightmare on MP or with AI. Anyone know what i might be missing?

Also, can I get virtual mirrors on bonnet cam? Would help a lot.
Oh, and has anyone ever managed more than T3 on a public server?

I used a PS2 controller with a PS to USB adaptor. think it was 99p on ebay. Works fine, still use it for non-racing games!

Frokki, I must say, I reckon v8s is the best series about at the moment, bathurst really was a classic. The superview is about $40AUS for access to all races and qualifying live or on demand for a season. worth the money IMO.

Don't think so Litro. Thats a YB engine, think pebe's is a pinto turbo. Though the DCOE's in his avatar confuse me now!

A few is at least 3 weeks....give it at least till January, it IS holiday season, im pretty sure Scawen is allowed time off too.

http://www.v8supercars.com.au/news/championship/v8-supercars-blueprint-for-2017-and-beyond

Future of V8 supercars could be intresting. Multiple engine configs, after Ford has pulled out whats the odds they will be back in 2017 with an ecoboost engine??