taconite2 said:
That's not a heat shield - it's for sound proofing the diesel is noisier than the petrol...most vw's tdi cars have this..
As for the paint getting damaged these cars are tested in the dessert for thousands of miles before they ever see mass production. if however the engine temp needle or paint damage does appear to get out of control take it in for repair.
Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha, LMAO!!! :lol: .......taconite2..........Exactly what type of
dessert was your A1 tested in? Was it something like a Banana Creme Pie or a Pecan Pie or maybe a lovely Custard? Perhaps a delicious Mexican Flan....Rice Pudding perhaps? My A1 was tested in a hardcore
desert environment and baby, that was some serious heat. :shock: