The Audi Thread

[Naks]

So... One of these?

http://www.autotrader.co.za/used-ca...model/make/audi/model/s8?featuredListing=true
http://www.autotrader.co.za/used-ca...01461a6d9f35219f/makemodel/make/audi/model/s8

You have to admit - R340K for a used S8 + R100K for the exhaust system and you have a saloon that can keep up AND sounds like a lambo = BARGAIN!

 

[rorz0r]

Only problem is its not a Lambo

 

[Naks]

Only problem is its not a Lambo

No, it's better than a lambo: you can actually have 4 ppl + luggage in the car, and you can use it as an every day vehicle

 

[Debeer165]

You have to admit - R340K for a used S8 + R100K for the exhaust system and you have a saloon that can keep up AND sounds like a lambo = BARGAIN!

Aye. But I also have to admit, I'd be happy with the S8 as is. I would just hate to see what it could cost if it needs anything close to a major service....

 

[FiestaST]

So... One of these?

http://www.autotrader.co.za/used-ca...model/make/audi/model/s8?featuredListing=true
http://www.autotrader.co.za/used-ca...01461a6d9f35219f/makemodel/make/audi/model/s8

Always loved the look of these V10
S8; they have aged remarkably well!

 

[sand_man]

For Audi fans, this: http://carbuying.jalopnik.com/how-to-make-a-used-audi-sedan-sound-like-a-lamborghini-1619884688

[video=youtube;CZqAckA0wMg]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZqAckA0wMg[/video]

Something about that looks, feels and sounds wrong!! I hear a lot of noise and not much performance. It also seems so out of character for a big sedan like that to be whining like a lambo. Not for me.

 

[Galactica]

Guys a motoring but non-Audi question. I was reading a review of the Lexus IS 250 Auto on Carmag and came across this:

Interestingly, this gearbox doesn’t automatically change up when the rev limit is reached, rather leaving the driver to make the decision. That’s how we like it in a sports saloon…

I thought the whole point of getting an automatic was to avoid manually changing gears? :wtf:

 

[Quantum Theory]

Guys a motoring but non-Audi question. I was reading a review of the Lexus IS 250 on Carmag and came across this:


I thought the whole point of getting an automatic was to avoid manually changing gears? :wtf:

Probably in manual mode. DSG etc, will change gears when you hit the limit in manual mode.

 

[Galactica]

You are correct Quantum, thanks. I re-read in context and it makes sense.

Power is sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission that also offers gear shifting via large, steering-mounted paddles. Interestingly, this gearbox doesn’t automatically change up when the rev limit is reached, rather leaving the driver to make the decision. That’s how we like it in a sports saloon…

 

[Aquadyne]

Any opinions on the value of this deal?

http://www.fantasycars.co.za/vehicle/2010-audi-q5-3-0-tdi-quattro-at-83-000km/

Not liking the no PDC, bluetooth or SATNAV. But looking for value.

 

[ahoudet]

Any opinions on the value of this deal?

http://www.fantasycars.co.za/vehicle/2010-audi-q5-3-0-tdi-quattro-at-83-000km/

Not liking the no PDC, bluetooth or SATNAV. But looking for value.

Not sure on value but those three options can be retrofitted by vagtec. Though, when spending that kind of money, rather make sure you get what you want

 

[Grimspoon]

What did they do?

http://mybroadband.co.za/vb/showthread.php/418496-Thanks-Audi-for-nothing?highlight=


In a nut shell, they conveniently forgot to check or change my brake pads on my last service before it went out of plan. The brakes were so badly worn that they had gone down to the rivets.

Also amazingly the worn brake warning strips on the brakes themselves had been disconnected.

 

[Bona Botse]

Woah, look at this... Description says Multitronic but pics say quattro which makes it the 180kw S-tronic monster for a steal.

http://www.autotrader.co.za/mobile/...mobileSearchButton=Search+cars+›&pageNumber=2

 

[ahoudet]

Woah, look at this... Description says Multitronic but pics say quattro which makes it the 180kw S-tronic monster for a steal.

http://www.autotrader.co.za/mobile/...mobileSearchButton=Search+cars+›&pageNumber=2

It's a private seller. If anyone ends up looking at it, do the usual checks

 

[Bona Botse]

It's a private seller. If anyone ends up looking at it, do the usual checks

Well it's gone now, but on the full non-mobile site it was listed as a trade seller, a bit dodge though since there was no company name and a cellphone number. But still, almost 50% off list price :drool:...

 

[Debeer165]

http://www.biznews.com/motoring/2014/08/review-audi-sportscar-experience/

 

[sand_man]

27km of which roughly 20km highway and 7km city driving. 2007 A6 3.0 Tdi. Recently had the DPF removed and software remapped.

 

[ahoudet]

27km of which roughly 20km highway and 7km city driving. 2007 A6 3.0 Tdi. Recently had the DPF removed and software remapped.

That's really good!!

 

[PostmanPot]

27km of which roughly 20km highway and 7km city driving. 2007 A6 3.0 Tdi. Recently had the DPF removed and software remapped.[/IMG]

Nice, tell us more?

 

[Drifter]

So, what happened with Dolby's clutch issues and Audi?