Transmission Picture of i-shift Paddles anywhere?

Munky · 1st September 2006, 09:28

Hi,

Can't find one of these anywhere - anybody able to oblige?

Also,

Is the down and upshifts on seperate paddles?

I'm test driving on Sunday and don't really want to look like a tit.....

Bungle · 1st September 2006, 09:35

A similar question asked here not long ago got no luck with pictures. They are behind the steering wheel where your fingers sit if you hold wheel at 3 and 9 (clock face). They are small and not really photographable.

From memory, the right paddle is up, the left is down. Gears can also be changed with the stick by pushing it up or pulling it back. Or you can leave it in auto.

I test drove the i-shift but couldn't get on with it. It takes a technique to drive the car smoothly. It's like marmite, you love it or hate it. There are a few of us on here with the gearbox who love it and would never look back.

The one thing I would say is to book a drive with the manual aswell, just in case. That gearbox is pleasure to use, and was originally my second choice!

Munky · 1st September 2006, 10:14

Okay, thanks, did look for a thread before I posted - must have missed it!

I can't take a manual for a spin due to left foot football injuries - so the auto HAS to be good!

allan40alt · 1st September 2006, 11:03

In the brochure on the 'Performance' page there is a mention of the i-Shift and at the top of the page you can just see the top of the '+' paddle peeking above the centre spoke of the steering wheel. It's a very snug fit and is perfectly positioned. I love it

allan40alt · 1st September 2006, 11:27

OK then, I've just been out and photographed mine for you.

basegreen · 1st September 2006, 13:46

Is that a Tesco Cherokee shirt you're wearing there, Allan?

allan40alt · 1st September 2006, 16:19

...close; it's M & S Blue Harbour!

basegreen · 1st September 2006, 16:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by allan40alt

...close; it's M & S Blue Harbour!

I have one just like it

Munky · 1st September 2006, 17:20

Cheers Allan, true legend!

They do look tiny, but cool. Can't wait for Sunday....

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1st September 2006, 09:35	#2 (permalink)
Bungle Join Date: 3rd July 2006 Location: Medway, Kent Posts: 1,359 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 13 Times in 8 Posts iTrader: (0)	A similar question asked here not long ago got no luck with pictures. They are behind the steering wheel where your fingers sit if you hold wheel at 3 and 9 (clock face). They are small and not really photographable. From memory, the right paddle is up, the left is down. Gears can also be changed with the stick by pushing it up or pulling it back. Or you can leave it in auto. I test drove the i-shift but couldn't get on with it. It takes a technique to drive the car smoothly. It's like marmite, you love it or hate it. There are a few of us on here with the gearbox who love it and would never look back. The one thing I would say is to book a drive with the manual aswell, just in case. That gearbox is pleasure to use, and was originally my second choice!

1st September 2006, 10:14	#3 (permalink)
Munky Thread starter Join Date: 30th August 2006 Posts: 20 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Okay, thanks, did look for a thread before I posted - must have missed it! I can't take a manual for a spin due to left foot football injuries - so the auto HAS to be good!

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allan40alt Supporter Join Date: 6th August 2006 Location: England Posts: 2,764 Thanks given: 44 Thanked 63 Times in 54 Posts iTrader: (0)	In the brochure on the 'Performance' page there is a mention of the i-Shift and at the top of the page you can just see the top of the '+' paddle peeking above the centre spoke of the steering wheel. It's a very snug fit and is perfectly positioned. I love it

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basegreen Super Moderator Join Date: 15th April 2006 Location: noitacoL Posts: 2,958 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 102 Times in 12 Posts iTrader: (1)	Is that a Tesco Cherokee shirt you're wearing there, Allan?

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allan40alt Supporter Join Date: 6th August 2006 Location: England Posts: 2,764 Thanks given: 44 Thanked 63 Times in 54 Posts iTrader: (0)	...close; it's M & S Blue Harbour!

1st September 2006, 17:20	#9 (permalink)
Munky Thread starter Join Date: 30th August 2006 Posts: 20 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Cheers Allan, true legend! They do look tiny, but cool. Can't wait for Sunday....