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I'm going to trade in the Focus. This particular car is built like 18 monkeys assembled it. I have never heard so many creaks and rattles in a car with 12k miles on it. I'm going to lose my ass but I cannot stand this car.
Don't know what I'm going to replace it with when I do trade it (probably when I'm done school in May). I have two dogs and one car now.
I was thinking of a 2011 A6 3.0T Avant but they are huge and I have to be able to park in a garage in DC at least once a week.
I would look at a TSX wagon but I have a feeling they are slow and not that enjoyable to drive. I really need two cars again.
Don't know what I'm going to replace it with when I do trade it (probably when I'm done school in May). I have two dogs and one car now.
I was thinking of a 2011 A6 3.0T Avant but they are huge and I have to be able to park in a garage in DC at least once a week.
I would look at a TSX wagon but I have a feeling they are slow and not that enjoyable to drive. I really need two cars again.
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(to fix design issues).The main thing against Action Cam is the AWB was off for underwater filming. It has a firmware fix now. It also doesn't record sound in slowmo. The ActionCam has great sound recording but the underwater housing muffles it. They created a flat cover to fix this. So $99 + cover ($10). Can't beat it.
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Not a comparison of quality, but the image stabilization is a must. You want a pretty static mount as well.
Sony Action Cam VS Gopro 2: Motorcycle Testing - YouTube
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2013 Allroads are starting to creep under $40k with <10K miles on them. Come May-June, I may be able to get one for $37K or so. The guys on Audizine seem to love theirs.
Yummy, I've thought about the S4 Avants but people that have them know what they're worth as a 6MT B7 S4 Avant is like a black astronaut riding a unicorn (Archer reference). I saw a 2008 S4 Avant with about 40K miles for $33K. A 2008 A4 would be about $19K. Just too much of a premium
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I think I just need to get another Audi
2013 Allroads are starting to creep under $40k with <10K miles on them. Come May-June, I may be able to get one for $37K or so. The guys on Audizine seem to love theirs.
Yummy, I've thought about the S4 Avants but people that have them know what they're worth as a 6MT B7 S4 Avant is like a black astronaut riding a unicorn (Archer reference). I saw a 2008 S4 Avant with about 40K miles for $33K. A 2008 A4 would be about $19K. Just too much of a premium
2013 Allroads are starting to creep under $40k with <10K miles on them. Come May-June, I may be able to get one for $37K or so. The guys on Audizine seem to love theirs.
Yummy, I've thought about the S4 Avants but people that have them know what they're worth as a 6MT B7 S4 Avant is like a black astronaut riding a unicorn (Archer reference). I saw a 2008 S4 Avant with about 40K miles for $33K. A 2008 A4 would be about $19K. Just too much of a premium
That's a huge mark-up...didn't realize they were that pricey for a 5-year old car.
Scrap that idea unless you're getting a grant from Altegris/BoostedJack. Is stick THAT much of a show-stopper for you? Otherwise, just get an auto S4 Avant and be done with it?
I think I just need to get another Audi
2013 Allroads are starting to creep under $40k with <10K miles on them. Come May-June, I may be able to get one for $37K or so. The guys on Audizine seem to love theirs.
Yummy, I've thought about the S4 Avants but people that have them know what they're worth as a 6MT B7 S4 Avant is like a black astronaut riding a unicorn (Archer reference). I saw a 2008 S4 Avant with about 40K miles for $33K. A 2008 A4 would be about $19K. Just too much of a premium
2013 Allroads are starting to creep under $40k with <10K miles on them. Come May-June, I may be able to get one for $37K or so. The guys on Audizine seem to love theirs.
Yummy, I've thought about the S4 Avants but people that have them know what they're worth as a 6MT B7 S4 Avant is like a black astronaut riding a unicorn (Archer reference). I saw a 2008 S4 Avant with about 40K miles for $33K. A 2008 A4 would be about $19K. Just too much of a premium
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Very jealous.For a first track day just show up well rested and ready to learn and have fun.
I instruct HPDE in TX and it is a blast having a novice student open and willing to learn.
Think I'm just gonna rent one for this time. Gonna register for the event tomorrow. It's discounted down to $95 for a day. Beginner lessons and get to ride in some heavily modified FRS. Should be fun! Super excited.
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... yeah the image stabilization is legit. Until GoPro does the same or gives a kickass gyro mount, they can't really compete, other than whore themselves, which they seem to be good at.
Yeah, much better lowlight performance as well. GoPro has a lot of noise in the dark.
I picked up an AS-10 with headband mount + 16gb card for $99 on a deal (not refurb'd). Went on a bike ride and took it in the car. There is a little rattle in the case when I hit big bumps but users say you can shim the edge and it's gone. Really loving it so far. Only thing that gets washed out is flourescent lights in low light.
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... yeah the image stabilization is legit. Until GoPro does the same or gives a kickass gyro mount, they can't really compete, other than whore themselves, which they seem to be good at.
Yeah, much better lowlight performance as well. GoPro has a lot of noise in the dark.
I picked up an AS-10 with headband mount + 16gb card for $99 on a deal (not refurb'd). Went on a bike ride and took it in the car. There is a little rattle in the case when I hit big bumps but users say you can shim the edge and it's gone. Really loving it so far. Only thing that gets washed out is flourescent lights in low light.
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My hope is that it comes with the same level of content as the base A3 as a base S3. I figure I can skip Nav and the sunroof, drive select, etc. If I can get one for around $40K, I may go that route.
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The gps function of the new 30 is cool.. because it tracks speed, time, etc.. but it's finicky, and like most gps devices, needs perfect conditions to get it tracking right.
Wifi is cool because you can playback via wifi to a screen but it's a gimmick. If all you want is a kickass cam, get the AS-10.
Scored it from Wally world.. online (no buttplug req'd).
Oh.. they still have it, but this one doesn't come with a card. Still a good deal:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sony-HDRAS10-VCTGM1/26532037
Wifi is cool because you can playback via wifi to a screen but it's a gimmick. If all you want is a kickass cam, get the AS-10.
Scored it from Wally world.. online (no buttplug req'd).
Oh.. they still have it, but this one doesn't come with a card. Still a good deal:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sony-HDRAS10-VCTGM1/26532037
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Go get an used A4 Avant before considering the A3.
You will be better off chipping a A3 with sport package.
Anyway, may the odds be forever in your favor.
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it has never been easier to own an Aventador Roadster!!!! do it now 
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Buy a penthouse in Dubai and get a 2014 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster, for free
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Published Thursday, January 02, 2014
Buyers of penthouses in Damac Maison, The Dubai Mall Street will be given a 2014 Lamborghini Aventador as part of the company’s Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) promotion.
“Customers buying a penthouse in Damac Maison, The Dubai Mall Street during DSF will be given a 2014 Lamborghini Aventador roadster with their purchase,” the company said in a statement sent to Emirates 24|7.
Designed by German architects Koschany & Zimmer, the tower is Damac’s first service hotel apartment project.
Buyers in other select properties will receive either a BMW or a Mini Cooper, depending on the size of the unit.
“Damac Properties’ DSF promotion is always highly anticipated and we see some of the best results of the year during this time,” said Niall McLoughlin, Senior Vice President, Damac Properties.
In 2013, penthouse buyers were offered a 2014 Audi R8; buyers of three-bed units will given an Audi A8; two bedroom were given an Audi A6 and one bed got an Audi A4.
In 2012, the developer offered a Lamborghini to penthouse buyers in their premium developments such as Ocean Heights, Burjside Boulevard and Damac Heights.
Damac Maison - The Distinction and Damac Maison - Upper Crest and Damac Residenze in Dubai Marina and a number of other projects are also part of 2014 DSF promotion.
Over the years during the DSF, Damac has given away luxury cars, yachts, a private jet and a private island in the Caribbean.
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Published Thursday, January 02, 2014
Buyers of penthouses in Damac Maison, The Dubai Mall Street will be given a 2014 Lamborghini Aventador as part of the company’s Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) promotion.
“Customers buying a penthouse in Damac Maison, The Dubai Mall Street during DSF will be given a 2014 Lamborghini Aventador roadster with their purchase,” the company said in a statement sent to Emirates 24|7.
Designed by German architects Koschany & Zimmer, the tower is Damac’s first service hotel apartment project.
Buyers in other select properties will receive either a BMW or a Mini Cooper, depending on the size of the unit.
“Damac Properties’ DSF promotion is always highly anticipated and we see some of the best results of the year during this time,” said Niall McLoughlin, Senior Vice President, Damac Properties.
In 2013, penthouse buyers were offered a 2014 Audi R8; buyers of three-bed units will given an Audi A8; two bedroom were given an Audi A6 and one bed got an Audi A4.
In 2012, the developer offered a Lamborghini to penthouse buyers in their premium developments such as Ocean Heights, Burjside Boulevard and Damac Heights.
Damac Maison - The Distinction and Damac Maison - Upper Crest and Damac Residenze in Dubai Marina and a number of other projects are also part of 2014 DSF promotion.
Over the years during the DSF, Damac has given away luxury cars, yachts, a private jet and a private island in the Caribbean.
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I'm going to trade in the Focus. This particular car is built like 18 monkeys assembled it. I have never heard so many creaks and rattles in a car with 12k miles on it. I'm going to lose my ass but I cannot stand this car.
Don't know what I'm going to replace it with when I do trade it (probably when I'm done school in May). I have two dogs and one car now.
I was thinking of a 2011 A6 3.0T Avant but they are huge and I have to be able to park in a garage in DC at least once a week.
I would look at a TSX wagon but I have a feeling they are slow and not that enjoyable to drive. I really need two cars again.
Don't know what I'm going to replace it with when I do trade it (probably when I'm done school in May). I have two dogs and one car now.
I was thinking of a 2011 A6 3.0T Avant but they are huge and I have to be able to park in a garage in DC at least once a week.
I would look at a TSX wagon but I have a feeling they are slow and not that enjoyable to drive. I really need two cars again.
Mini Cooper?
I almost bought a mustang couple years back before buying the M3. Loved the car and this new one looks amazing. I think it will be a hit for its price point. Plus I love having a V8..
I been in this BMW chassis since 2007 now. Itching for a change. But if it aint broke...
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Mini Cooper?
I almost bought a mustang couple years back before buying the M3. Loved the car and this new one looks amazing. I think it will be a hit for its price point. Plus I love having a V8..
I been in this BMW chassis since 2007 now. Itching for a change. But if it aint broke...
I almost bought a mustang couple years back before buying the M3. Loved the car and this new one looks amazing. I think it will be a hit for its price point. Plus I love having a V8..
I been in this BMW chassis since 2007 now. Itching for a change. But if it aint broke...
And then, we'll all be
-ing you until next decade for your WTFBBQ move. As nice as a Mustang is...you do not give up an M3 for it.