I'm sad to say I am no longer an Acura owner....
11-19-2004, 08:07 AM
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I'm sad to say I am no longer an Acura owner....
My beautiful 02 TL-S is sitting in the garage waiting for a new owner. I wanted to sell her before purchasing my new car but I came across a deal I just couldn't refuse.
I am the new owner of a 2004 Audi S4 6-spd with 13k miles. Below are some the pics the dealer took. My own pics will be coming as soon as I can.
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s1.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s2.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s3.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s4.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s5.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s6.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s7.jpg
I am the new owner of a 2004 Audi S4 6-spd with 13k miles. Below are some the pics the dealer took. My own pics will be coming as soon as I can.
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s1.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s2.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s3.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s4.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s5.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s6.jpg
http://home.nyc.rr.com/tltypes/audi%20pics/s7.jpg
11-19-2004, 08:38 AM
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Life is short. The S4 is perhaps the greatest sports sedan available in North America at the moment (short of the RS6 or E55 which are bulkier)
I had an A4 and I do miss quattro at times. But make sure you buy an extended warranty - I wouldn't want to own a European car out of warranty.
I had an A4 and I do miss quattro at times. But make sure you buy an extended warranty - I wouldn't want to own a European car out of warranty.
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Originally Posted by Rusky
I hear that's a rocket. I have to say, however, the TL is prettier.... But congratulations! And how much for that s-type?
The asking price for my Type-S is $18,500 with 67k miles and all my mods, original parts, and misc. equipment.
11-19-2004, 08:41 AM
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Originally Posted by hemants
Life is short. The S4 is perhaps the greatest sports sedan available in North America at the moment (short of the RS6 or E55 which are bulkier)
I had an A4 and I do miss quattro at times. But make sure you buy an extended warranty - I wouldn't want to own a European car out of warranty.
I had an A4 and I do miss quattro at times. But make sure you buy an extended warranty - I wouldn't want to own a European car out of warranty.
11-19-2004, 11:53 AM
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Audis are nice at first, specially if u are leasing a new one, one of my friend us to have an S4 thing was fast but spent most of its after hours at the dealership gettin fixed. He sold it and got a G35 coupe :-D. I drove the last model of the S4, thing was a rocket but as i said turbos are not as practical as naturally aspirated cars. May be thats the reason why audi did away with teh 2.7 biturbo motor from the last model to replace it with this 4.2 liter V8.
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Let me tell you something: if you could afford that car, screw the TL-S. The S4 in Negaro Blue is one of the prettiest cars on the road, and if you could handle it all the power to you. Very good choice on your new car, good luck with it.
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RMARIN2, are you in NYC? I'm in Phoenix, but going to visit family in Buffalo for Thanksgiving. I'm really close to buying an '01 TL-S w/ 39k and Navi out here, but your post has made me hesitate. Is your car a manual?
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Hey Rich,
Long time no hear or see. Let me know your opinions of the S4 because I was actually looking into a new car also and the S4 was one of my top choices. I've read some reviews of the car, but I'd like to know your ideas also.
In any case, congrats on the new purchase and good luck on selling the TL-S. BTW, what dealership did you end up getting the S4?
-Fred
Long time no hear or see. Let me know your opinions of the S4 because I was actually looking into a new car also and the S4 was one of my top choices. I've read some reviews of the car, but I'd like to know your ideas also.
In any case, congrats on the new purchase and good luck on selling the TL-S. BTW, what dealership did you end up getting the S4?
-Fred
11-19-2004, 12:55 PM
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RMARIN2, are you in NYC? I'm in Phoenix, but going to visit family in Buffalo for Thanksgiving. I'm really close to buying an '01 TL-S w/ 39k and Navi out here, but your post has made me hesitate. Is your car a manual?
11-19-2004, 12:59 PM
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It seems like everyone on this board who were the first to have a TL-S on this board (back in april/may 2001) is bailing out........
Good luck with the S4........and you should have no trouble selling the TL-S at that price.
Good luck with the S4........and you should have no trouble selling the TL-S at that price.
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[QUOTE=rmarin2]My beautiful 02 TL-S is sitting in the garage waiting for a new owner. I wanted to sell her before purchasing my new car but I came across a deal I just couldn't refuse.
I am the new owner of a 2004 Audi S4 6-spd with 13k miles. Below are some the pics the dealer took. My own pics will be coming as soon as I can.
QUOTE]
Nice choice in new car....my friend has the older version with the bi-turbo he hasn't had any problems yet and he has close to 75,000 miles on it. He got his chipped and got a custom exhaust and when dyno'd he was getting about 320hp or maybe it 330hp either way...I would love to own one. when we go out if he gets drunk I get to drive it......soooooo much fun
I am the new owner of a 2004 Audi S4 6-spd with 13k miles. Below are some the pics the dealer took. My own pics will be coming as soon as I can.
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Nice choice in new car....my friend has the older version with the bi-turbo he hasn't had any problems yet and he has close to 75,000 miles on it. He got his chipped and got a custom exhaust and when dyno'd he was getting about 320hp or maybe it 330hp either way...I would love to own one. when we go out if he gets drunk I get to drive it......soooooo much fun
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sucks that you won't own a TL anymore however congrats; i almost picked up an 02 S4 6spd i know the 04 is a different beast but they are both amazing cars good luck and post pics when you get it
11-19-2004, 04:04 PM
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My dilemna is coming shortly, too...
Haven't posted in awhile but am debating the selling of mine for an '05 G35 coupe...I just wish it had the interior of the new TL.
Haven't posted in awhile but am debating the selling of mine for an '05 G35 coupe...I just wish it had the interior of the new TL.
11-19-2004, 04:15 PM
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Originally Posted by zach-
RMARIN2, are you in NYC? I'm in Phoenix, but going to visit family in Buffalo for Thanksgiving. I'm really close to buying an '01 TL-S w/ 39k and Navi out here, but your post has made me hesitate. Is your car a manual?
Thanks
11-19-2004, 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by FreDroRN
Hey Rich,
Long time no hear or see. Let me know your opinions of the S4 because I was actually looking into a new car also and the S4 was one of my top choices. I've read some reviews of the car, but I'd like to know your ideas also.
In any case, congrats on the new purchase and good luck on selling the TL-S. BTW, what dealership did you end up getting the S4?
-Fred
Long time no hear or see. Let me know your opinions of the S4 because I was actually looking into a new car also and the S4 was one of my top choices. I've read some reviews of the car, but I'd like to know your ideas also.
In any case, congrats on the new purchase and good luck on selling the TL-S. BTW, what dealership did you end up getting the S4?
-Fred
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11-20-2004, 01:57 AM
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Yeah.. if you can afford it and its under warranty.. go for it! 
11-20-2004, 11:39 AM
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Too bad Audi engineers decided to go with the V8 in the S4. The upgrade options on the 2.7 bi-turbo surely made the older model S4 more desirable.
Congratulations on the new ride. Enjoy all 340hp!
Congratulations on the new ride. Enjoy all 340hp!
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Originally Posted by vipvop
Am I the only one who thinks the interiors of S4s look ghetto? It seems like cheap plastic in there, I was really expecting more from such a nice (and expensive) car...
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Originally Posted by Lawaia
Too bad Audi engineers decided to go with the V8 in the S4. The upgrade options on the 2.7 bi-turbo surely made the older model S4 more desirable.
Congratulations on the new ride. Enjoy all 340hp!
Congratulations on the new ride. Enjoy all 340hp!
11-21-2004, 09:11 AM
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rmarin2 -- hope you have good luck with your s4. enjoy your "new" car.
fFiend in northern Ontario had a new 2002 S4 ... riddled with problems. He got a check from Audi Canada for C$900 apologizing (ie he had to get his engine REPLACED after 6 months). Traded that lemon in for a CLK430 with AMG package. Loves his new ride.
Ever since the problems Audi had in the 1980s ... I'd never touch one.
rmarin2 -- hope you have good luck with your s4. enjoy your "new" car.
fFiend in northern Ontario had a new 2002 S4 ... riddled with problems. He got a check from Audi Canada for C$900 apologizing (ie he had to get his engine REPLACED after 6 months). Traded that lemon in for a CLK430 with AMG package. Loves his new ride.
Ever since the problems Audi had in the 1980s ... I'd never touch one.
11-21-2004, 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted by rmarin2
My beautiful 02 TL-S is sitting in the garage waiting for a new owner. I wanted to sell her before purchasing my new car but I came across a deal I just couldn't refuse.
I am the new owner of a 2004 Audi S4 6-spd with 13k miles. Below are some the pics the dealer took. My own pics will be coming as soon as I can.
I am the new owner of a 2004 Audi S4 6-spd with 13k miles. Below are some the pics the dealer took. My own pics will be coming as soon as I can.
Like yourself, I had a 2002 TL Type S, which I just sold for 22K (it had 25K on the clock). I had very few reservations with the car (we all know about the tranny troubles the last generation TL had) but Acura handled them well (at least for me).
Don't worry about the supposed problems a turbo can give you: 100% reliablility is something no car marque can claim. Change the oil religiously, don't boost it ALL the time, and let it idle before shutting it down. Oh, yeah, and wave bye bye through your rear view mirror at 99% of traffic
11-21-2004, 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by TL-S Man
Good luck with the German Hot Rod; it's a nice machine.
Like yourself, I had a 2002 TL Type S, which I just sold for 22K (it had 25K on the clock). I had very few reservations with the car (we all know about the tranny troubles the last generation TL had) but Acura handled them well (at least for me).
Don't worry about the supposed problems a turbo can give you: 100% reliablility is something no car marque can claim. Change the oil religiously, don't boost it ALL the time, and let it idle before shutting it down. Oh, yeah, and wave bye bye through your rear view mirror at 99% of traffic
Like yourself, I had a 2002 TL Type S, which I just sold for 22K (it had 25K on the clock). I had very few reservations with the car (we all know about the tranny troubles the last generation TL had) but Acura handled them well (at least for me).
Don't worry about the supposed problems a turbo can give you: 100% reliablility is something no car marque can claim. Change the oil religiously, don't boost it ALL the time, and let it idle before shutting it down. Oh, yeah, and wave bye bye through your rear view mirror at 99% of traffic
I knew about Richs move a few days ago, and wish you good luck again on the new ride. The new S4 is a hot car, especially in Nogaro Blue.
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Originally Posted by Mr Hyde
The new S4 has a N/A V8; no turbo, or chip options on this car like the last one.
I knew about Richs move a few days ago, and wish you good luck again on the new ride. The new S4 is a hot car, especially in Nogaro Blue.
I knew about Richs move a few days ago, and wish you good luck again on the new ride. The new S4 is a hot car, especially in Nogaro Blue.
11-21-2004, 06:36 PM
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Cool looking car... I love the V8... Beautiful color...
Those rims have got to go... too blocky for the sweet lines of that S4...
I also have heard of many problems down the line with Audi ownership... (caveat emptor - buyer beware)
Good luck
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Those rims have got to go... too blocky for the sweet lines of that S4...
I also have heard of many problems down the line with Audi ownership... (caveat emptor - buyer beware)
Good luck
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11-21-2004, 07:40 PM
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Am I the only one who thinks the interiors of S4s look ghetto? It seems like cheap plastic in there, I was really expecting more from such a nice (and expensive) car...
no your not i agree.. Dont know what you guys see in that car.. just because its fast... who cares.. interior looks cheap ....exterior is .
How much do they cost and how fast are they?
11-21-2004, 11:16 PM
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Originally Posted by TL260power
How much do they cost and how fast are they?
1/4 mile for 2000 S4 is listed as 14.1, I'd hope the 2004/2005 models are faster...
11-22-2004, 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by TL260power
no your not i agree.. Dont know what you guys see in that car.. just because its fast... who cares.. interior looks cheap ....exterior is .
How much do they cost and how fast are they?
How much do they cost and how fast are they?
WOW... such haters here!!!
Oh well, I guess that a matter of opinion!!
11-22-2004, 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by TL260power
no your not i agree.. Dont know what you guys see in that car.. just because its fast... who cares.. interior looks cheap ....exterior is .
How much do they cost and how fast are they?
How much do they cost and how fast are they?
Having pride in your ride is fine and all, but dont be blind.
There is no way that the inetrior of an S4 can be called cheap in comparison to a TL-S. You may not like the Alcantara inserts in a contrasting color, but the quality of the leather & plastics used, and the fit and finish of the upper end A4's & S4's own the TL-S in every way. I suggest you actually sit in one for yourself.
11-22-2004, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr Hyde
Having pride in your ride is fine and all, but dont be blind.
There is no way that the inetrior of an S4 can be called cheap in comparison to a TL-S. You may not like the Alcantara inserts in a contrasting color, but the quality of the leather & plastics used, and the fit and finish of the upper end A4's & S4's own the TL-S in every way. I suggest you actually sit in one for yourself.
There is no way that the inetrior of an S4 can be called cheap in comparison to a TL-S. You may not like the Alcantara inserts in a contrasting color, but the quality of the leather & plastics used, and the fit and finish of the upper end A4's & S4's own the TL-S in every way. I suggest you actually sit in one for yourself.
BTW Sandeep, AWESOME AVATAR!!!!!