>>Have you had any problems with hill starts?
No, not especially. The Audi has the electromechanical handbrake, which works probably better than I expected in practically all situations, including towing hill starts. The only situation that it doesn't like is a hill start on a loose or slippery surface, when you don't generate enough torque at the rear wheels to release the brakes, but pushing the switch down manually disengages the brakes immediately, so not really a problem there either. Traction control (ESP) seems to work OK - it doesn't seem to kill the power completely, but stops that nasty hammering axle tramp which you get otherwise. Ideally I would have liked Quattro or a 4x4 and ideally I would have liked an auto box. One of the first cars I wanted to look at was the CRV, but Mrs DF didn't like it and isn't happy with autos either.
No problem with exchanging e-mail addresses. Bottom line on the towbar is that I would recommend a VAG original wiring kit (not much chance of a universal kit interacting properly with the VAG systems) but I think the Wesfalia detachable towbar is rubbish, and so would look elsewhere for the hardware. And a good independent towing specialist will beat your franchised dealer on know-how every time.
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