> I would say that power is diferent for each individual. In my case

> it's never enough. :-)

True, but it also depends on the size and weight of the car. The T4 is already pushing the limit of usability (and traction!) on a car the size of the S40. I'm still very, very happy that I installed a limited-slip diff in this car as it has made it much nicer to drive.

I don't find it very strange that VW doesn't use more than 180Hp on FWD cars and switches to one of their 4WD systems when it goes over 200HP.

> Lucky you! Maybe you're car is 1999.

My T4 is a 1998 (first series with all the ECU fixes) and my 2.0T is a 2000. Both are pretty much rattle-free and the T4 even has the Volvo sport suspension and 17" wheels. Even on cobblestone roads it's quiet (apart from the junk I have lying around in the car :-). Never did any rattle-fixes.

The 2.0T sometimes has an odd 'bump' sound coming from the rear, but I'm suspecting the exhaust rubbers there. Have to check. Perhaps one broke/stretched. But it doesn't really bother me either..

That's about it..

> This is a great car for rally driving!

Yup. The scoobies are real fun! Disadvantage is that the 4WD system tends to start making all sorts of odd noises after about a year or so. Mostly whistling/whining sounds.. But as the rest of the car and engine is so noisy you don't notice it very much :-)

Bye, Arno.