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David wrote:On the bright side, it gives you an opportunity to learn how to double de-clutch into first gear, should you need to.

Although.... when do you (anyone?) use 1st gear from anything but stationary?

True - double de-clutching is a useful skill anyway.

I've never changed down into first as such, but doesn't everyone slip into first when still drawing to a stop, so that you can pull away again straight away?

stu wrote:

David wrote:but doesn't everyone slip into first when still drawing to a stop, so that you can pull away again straight away?

Sounds like you're eager for a racing start, but in which case shouldn't you be going for a 16v?

Seriously, that technique coupled with slipping the clutch, sounds like excessive clutch wear. Even in the auto I've taken to changing into neutral while at the lights.