Though I can't disagree, I'm reasonably Happy with my 5 speed. Its attached
to an Eurospec inline 4.
I have used 2nd as if it were 1st cuz it isn't smooth to go from 1 to 2.
But you can do it if your not in too much of a hurry.  I really like the
top end in it. it purrs right along at 70 +.

Cory
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Andrew wrote
I must say the 094 5-speed isn't a wonderful thing. first is VERY low, and
you may well end up not bothering with it. First is also very awkwardly
located, behind reverse, making 2nd nonintuitive to select. I suspect VW
intended first as an occasional-use thing.

Also the gearshift has the typical sloppy VW feel.