Recent content by Hugh_5063749

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    VW Passat 1.9 tdi 110

    I have been towing a similar weight rig, 1300Kg MPLM with a 115BHP, 1.9TDI Passat. It towed effortlessly returning an average of 32 MPG on a trip to France last year. My only concern has been a very juddery clutch after a long hard tow, I have learned to cope with it, but was a bit worreying at...
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    Tow Car

    I am considering buying a Citroen C5 HDI 2.2 VTR Estate on an 03 plate, not sure yet if manual or auto box, to tow a 1300Kg rig. Has anyone any experience of towing with this car with either option of gearbox? I heard a rumour that the auto box should be avoided for towing, reason not given. Any...