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MrBoxster · 02-02-2007, 03:23 AM

Is it a good idea to keep it in first gear while driving down slower streets? I know this may sound stupid, but when I drive near the college and I see people I used to goto school with I will switch it into manuel and drive in 1st gear to give the car that sporty sound and feel. I will offten keep it in 1st and accelerate up to 5-6 RPM's. I wont red-line it, but I do use it to give that boost of energy as I am crusing around downtown.

*** I dont want this post to make it sound like I am "that guy" because I am not...I am just new to any sports car and I have no experience driving a manuel.****

Thanks in advance!

02-02-2007, 03:23 AM	#1
MrBoxster Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 25	Driving a Tiptronic Is it a good idea to keep it in first gear while driving down slower streets? I know this may sound stupid, but when I drive near the college and I see people I used to goto school with I will switch it into manuel and drive in 1st gear to give the car that sporty sound and feel. I will offten keep it in 1st and accelerate up to 5-6 RPM's. I wont red-line it, but I do use it to give that boost of energy as I am crusing around downtown. * I dont want this post to make it sound like I am "that guy" because I am not...I am just new to any sports car and I have no experience driving a manuel.** Thanks in advance! __________________ 2003 Boxster Tiptronic Seal Gray Metallic Exterior, Light Grey Interior Carrera 18" 5 spoke/Michelin PS Bought it 12/2006, so far I got a Magellean and an air freshener...for now...