At the beginning I also had 2 or 3 times a puff of white smoke, from 1000km not once anymore.

What I also love is the classic boxer sound at lower revs before the exhaust valves open. Combined with the manual it recalls a bit old school Porsche. 

The higher torque and better torque curve compared to the MK1 4liter engine makes it nicer around country roads, with the old engine and PDK I usually revved up to the limiter (which was variable depending on the gear used), with the new engine you don't have to use all the revs and it still feels strong.

The non-lift upshifts are really something to be experienced, they make you addicted as the engine cuts/retards the ignition, making lots of nice noises, especially when doing it between 4000 and 7000 rpm.

Mike