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Munro · 2nd January 2008, 18:27

I first read this test before ordering my car, and it certainly influenced my decision to buy at that time.

Re reading it after 5000 miles of driving the type R , I still think it is a very good assessment of the car.

I noticed a couple of surprises on the re read:

Tendency for engine to hold revs between gear changes due to the computer setting / fly by wire throttle - I hadn't noticed this until now , but know what you mean.
Gear change is better in the Diesel - wow the diesel must be good.
No comments about the very firm ride - Was the test route on smooth roads ? or am I just getting on a bit !

For those thinking about a Type R, make sure you read this review (and ignore Clarksons "I dont like it so its rubbish" review).

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Munro Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 10th August 2007 Location: Scotland Posts: 1,081 Thanks: 24 Thanked 17 Times in 13 Posts iTrader: (0)	I first read this test before ordering my car, and it certainly influenced my decision to buy at that time. Re reading it after 5000 miles of driving the type R , I still think it is a very good assessment of the car. I noticed a couple of surprises on the re read: Tendency for engine to hold revs between gear changes due to the computer setting / fly by wire throttle - I hadn't noticed this until now , but know what you mean. Gear change is better in the Diesel - wow the diesel must be good. No comments about the very firm ride - Was the test route on smooth roads ? or am I just getting on a bit ! For those thinking about a Type R, make sure you read this review (and ignore Clarksons "I dont like it so its rubbish" review).