taitando

Pic whoring time. So some of you asked that I post pics of my 2006 B7 A4, so here they are. Please, I know the A4 is not a fast car, but it’s a good all around performing car and very unique in looks.

taitando

Here are some of the reasons I decided to go with the A4 when I got it back in August:

1) AWD. I frequently head up to Tahoe from Sacramento during the winter to go snowboarding. Having a car with AWD makes me feel safer and allows me to get pass chain control check points because chains aren’t required for AWD vehicles.

2) Tuning potential. After having the RL for a year, I was getting kinda bored with it. What was worst, the RL had near zero aftermarket support. I also did not want to go the EVO/STI route because I still wanted to maintain a level of luxury. The A4 is a great project car with good aftermarket support and more stuff being developed on a consistent basis.

3) Aesthetics. I like cars that are unique and ones that you don’t see on the road as often. When Audi incorporated the integrated big grill into their vehicles, it became one of those “Hate it or Love it” designs. I admit, I didn’t like the design immediately at first, but it grew on me. Meanwhile, the interior of the car, although pretty barren, is simplistic, luxurious, and flows very well.

4) Fun factor. What can I say, this car is fun to drive. Although not the most powerful engine, the 2.0T FSI is peppy and there is a lot of torque. As with most Audis, there is a bit of understeer when cornering, but simply upgrading the rear sway helps to correct that.

Lastly, reliability was not a concern for me. I mention that because Audi has a reputation for having various problems in their cars. What’s funny though, I’m now approaching 6 months of ownership and have not had any problems at all. In contrast, my RL had several issues in the first 6 months of ownership which still randomly occur to this day. Anyhow, I’m getting long winded.

agranado

Looks great. Any shots of the interior?

S14 n Tsx

Damn...thats nice! debadge it.

picus

Looks pretty damned good to me. I really like the front grille the way you've got it.

Trackruner228

iTrader: (1)

Dude that is a nice looking car and the thing I love about that car is its not as as common as other cars which makes it unique. Well of course your aftermarket stuff does that too but you get the point. Anyway that A4 is the shit.

taitando

Thanks. I liked it for that too because I don't see too many B7 A4s where I live in comparison to Evos, Sti's, BMWs, TLs, etc...

Anyhow, since the sun is going bye-bye, I'll try to get shots of the interior when there's more light. As to debadging the car, I've thought about it, but decided to keep the 2.0T badge. When I eventually upgrade to a K04 stage 3+ I want people to scratch their heads and wonder "Why is that little 2.0T so fast?"

Time For Sleeep

looks absolutely gorgeous.

is there some sort of factory sport body kit on it? I don't remember the rear bumper being so aggressive.

CL Platano

Looks nice...I didnt like the front grill at first but it has grown on me still hate on the VW though. Glad you enjoy that's all that matters.

FiftyFive

Looks nice, but not really feeling the wheels

Garnet Canuck

Looks hot, sweet car bro!

Sdog2012

thats sick

Crazy Bimmer

I had a 2.0t for a loaner and that engine is damn smooth. I was jealous.

Nice looking car btw.

phile

Is the grille stock? I thought Audi had them all chromed up.

Infamous425

if u get titanium pkg it blacks out the grill and window trim

virtualbong

Love the look of the A4s, but I'm not a big fan of the rims. Overall, looks good.

EuRTSX

God, that car is IMMACULATE. I want to sell my TSX to get that

taitando

Yes, the bumpers, door blades, and black grill is all part of the s-line/titanium package. I originally got the car equipped as follows:

Dolphin Gray w/ black leather interiror. 2.0T Quattro 6SPD MT, premium, tech, s-line, and titanium package. Sunshades and all season matts.

Mods done to the car so far:
35% tint all around with 20% on the rear, smoked tail lights, Xpel clear bra, 18" Onyx Black RS4 replicas, Stasis Street Sport coilovers, Carbonio CF intake, AWE full exhaust, Eurocode Testpipe, and APR 91/93/100/Stock ECU tuning.

Upcoming mods will include a color matched DTM CF trunk lip spoiler and swapping out the OEM sway bar for the OEM RS4's. No big turbo plans until APR finishes tuning their stage 3+ kit.

o1s

looks sexy. i like audi's, i don't think i would buy another german car though.

stangg172004

sick car! i just got Hyper Silver RS4 wheels on my car!

leedogg

clear & black your headlights I'd debadge that sucker too

shayan

iTrader: (1)

That thing is a beauty. I really love the styling of the new Audi's

West6MT

Car looks good dude.

subinf

damn good looking car

bigman

The car looks really damn good. I love the a4's

vishnus11

very stealthy looking! Nice job on keeping it clean.

I drove a B7 2.0T and agree with Crazy sellout - the engine was smooooooth. More importantly however, it performed like a midsize V6 with good pull from pretty much any rpm with no lag. One of the best turbo 4's I've ever driven.
The only gripe I had with the example I drove was that it was a loaner and as a result must have been beaten the shit out of, because it had a very rough, lumpy idle with only 12k miles on the car - nothing a valve adjustment wouldn't take care of I'm sure.

Any comparisons you can offer between it and the RL.

SSMTL01

nice ride!

pimpin-tl

Looks nice man. Reminds me of my B6 A4. I am surprised you guys are calling that a B7 because its not really a new model just face lifted. B6 1/2 would be more appropriate.

I might be back in Audi/VW/BMW camp again one day.

Here is a few pics of mine...

2003 A4 1.8t Quattro, Amulet RED last year for it.

waTSX

Great looking car and nice shots of it

JediMindTricks

looks good! i've never seen an a4 with that blacked out grill. i actually liked the big grill when it came out, and yours looks even better.

the rims are cool too.

taitando

Actually, B7 is what Audi is calling it because they thought it had enough significant upgrades to warrant a new number designation. The most obvious being the exterior changes with the big grill to match the rest of the family. The new 2.0T and 3.2 engines completely replace the 1.8T and 3.0. Finally, the B7 borrows the S4's rear trapezoidal links and wheel carriers, along with the A6's shock absorber dimensions. The biggest carry over from the B6 is the chassis. Anyhow, the B7 will have a limited run with estimates pointing at 2008 for the release of the completely new B8.

Garnet Canuck

I remember seeing this pic on G35Driver quite awhile ago.......G35_TX is this you??

taitando

It's two different worlds to compare the A4 and the RL. I think of the RL as my comfort cruiser because I usually use it for long road trips. It's quiet, has decent power, and has an understated elegance about it. Sometimes too understated as people often mistaken it for an Accord The interior is nice with all the technology that surrounds the driver. 5.1 channel sound, satellite radio, navigation, voice recognition, keyless acces (where the key doesn't leave your pocket), etc... But that's pretty much it. It's "nice", but not exciting. The car feels a little sluggish at low revs and the 5 speed auto seems to have problems finding the right gear, even with the paddle shifters.

The A4 is the complete opposite. It feels like a go-kart when compared to the RL. Of course, my mods play a large factor in that. Anyhow, it's the car I take when I want to feel the road and its curves. The engine is loud (thanks to the upgraded intake and exhaust) and growls when shifting, but the car quiets down shortly after so it doesn't become obnoxious. The handling is sure footed and the car sticks to the road very well. The RL is no slouch in handling either, but taking a large car through a tight corner feels quite different and not as confident. Aside from being stuck in rush hour traffic, rowing the 6 speed manual is tons of fun on curvy roads. Lastly, unlike the RL, the A4 is definitely a head turner.

pimpin-tl

Yep that is me.

Garnet Canuck

LOL, I thought that was your car!! Nice to see you here on AZ as well. Btw, your old A4 looks sweet!!

pimpin-tl

I loved that car just I wanted more power. Even with the REVO chip, it just didn't have the punch I liked.

stangg172004

extremetls

didnt you used to be silverbullet on here? werent you banned or did u just stop posting?