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Originally Posted by DarkSunrise
Another thing that's being overlooked is how well a dual-clutch trans matches with a small-displacement, turbo setup. I don't normally track with my GTI, but the few times I have I like how the DSG in that car allows the turbo to stay spooled in between full throttle upshifts.
It's not my transmission of choice but if ever there was an application where the dual-clutch made sense, it's in the 4c as a featherweight, modern turbo exotic. For those wanting a more old-school basic setup (manual trans vs. dual-clutch, NA engine vs. turbo, aluminum chassis vs. carbon-fiber), there are plenty of used Elises on the market.
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Agreed. Considering how much traffic sucks out here in CA, and the fact that my left knee sucks, I'd be totally open to the idea of my next car being an automatic/DCT. Makes my life easier in traffic, but lets me enjoy some fun when I get a good road or on a track.
If they would just start putting Hollinger sequential transmissions in cars, it wouldn't be an issue. I could shift everywhere I go and just choose when I do or don't want to use a clutch
