charliemike

I had other problems with that plate

I got them from the DMV in DC, was in the elevator going up to get a screwdriver from my condo and someone in the elevator with me said, "Why would you get plates that say, 'Dumb Fan'?"

ROFL ... I hadn't even thought of that at the time. Not even on my car yet and they were ruined

So I had to go buy a license plate frame that said, "One Sweet World" up top and "Dave Matthews Band" on the bottom just so people didn't think I was a dumb fan

PPLAPW

Coilovers!

Tint, and black out the window trim.

uzzmaan

So, I have a question that might seem fairly stupid. I've filled up the car a couple of times now, and I've noticed that I can't engage the nozzle fully when filling up. The nozzle always shuts off within a second or two if I engage it fully. To fill the gas tank fully, I have to kind of find a balance on the nozzle, between full free flow and a slow dribble.

Anyone else experienced this?

TMQ

Any one have suggestions? I've checked out a couple of Audi forums but none are frequently visited. At least nothing compared to Acurazine or the likes of Bimmerfest.

sho_nuff1997

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audizine

juniorbean

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^ Audizine is the one I like. Audiworld is another popular one... but I'm not a big fan of their layout...

TMQ

By the way I tested an Avant recently, Prestige/S-line. Car is quite nice, although a bit more hard plastic than I'd want to see. The strange thing is that the steering feels loose and light, especially on center. Surprised to find that on a German car.

Crazy Bimmer

I really dont get it.

I am in Munich right now and there are TONS of Audis, wonder why they dont sell this well in America. Cant be reliability issue since the Audi Taxis here have tons of mileage.

Sly Raskal

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It probably isn't actual reliability issues, but the perceived poor reliability issues are still here. If Audi could get that stigma off people's minds, they'd sell better here.

Also, in my opinion, when people want a car to showcase they've made it big, or want a luxury car, the first thing the majority think of is bimmer and merc.

Audi has been slowly changing that and I'm confident it will get better in the coming years.

juniorbean

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Hmmm, must not have had the sports suspension. Move up the model line and drive an A6 and the plastic goes bye-bye. Much nicer interiors. We were actually shocked how much nicer when we went from the A4 to the A6...

juniorbean

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Not me... if we hit it big time I have an S8, or even better... R8 on my list.

Sly Raskal

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You and I share a common interest in that regard, the general public however, doesn't view Audi in the same way.

Chopsie

Question for the Audi crowd.
Snaps fiance is looking at getting an 02 TT 1.8t non-quattro cabrio. 52k miles, dealer asking $14,9 .

I inspected and the car looks to be in pretty good condtion, top shows NO sign of wear, and it's very clean.

Anything they should worry about with this car ?
He's been looking for an extended warranty but no luck finding anything.

:looks around, wheres jesal:
Thanks

uzzmaan

What oil(s) are people using for their Audis? I checked the oil level in my 2009 A4 a few days back, and it seems to be running low. It only has about 3k km on it. Any suggestions?

knavinusa

I've heard good things about Lubro Moly.

subinf

I put in Pennzoil 5-40 synthetic

vwong

Here is a service bulletin from Audi regarding the engine oils that meets their standards.

http://www.audiusa.com/etc/medialib/....0023.File.pdf

Sly Raskal

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I use Motul 8100 in my A4.

http://shop.edoperformance.com/motul...40-p-9810.html

kamk2004

nice ride man! I love the new L.E.D. in the headlights. I want those in my headlights so BAD!!

subinf

Good to know. Thanks.

'01White3.2CL

nice thread! and nice rides in here guys!

being a car enthusiast, i often contemplate what my next car will be as i am simultaneously saving money for it...and i recently came to the conclusion it has to be an AUDI!! AWD for chicago winters while not sacrificing luxury, and subtle but great looks...and not to buy a 3-series which everyone has nowadays (plus IMO BMW ruined their new interiors, and the exterior is bland w/o modifications)

Brandon24pdx

Yeah, that's the sickness. You're doing all that, usually while still paying for the *current* car in your garage.

It's gonna either be an Audi TT-S or the NYC Subway for my next ride. Pretty tough decision though.

knavinusa

I find myself looking at the next car I want all the time even though I'm not even close to being able to afford it. Currently it's the Jaguar XFR.

uzzmaan

thanks for the recommendations everyone

charliemike

I talked about this in the $20-35k thread but I'm probably selling my S4.

The question is what to replace it with?

I've considered:

A4 3.2 (sedan or avant 6MT)
R32
FX35

Or do I go cheap like a 2005 Mazda3 (I hate FWD though) that I can pay off in two years and then go get something I'd really want like an A5? I'd be able to cart the dogs in the Mazda (I've had one before) and keep the A5 pristine.

I didn't start a new thread but maybe I should.

uzzmaan

Get the new S4

charliemike

LOL, I can't afford $54k for a new car.

Believe me, if I could the order for Euro delivery would already be in and I'd be planning my drives back and forth over the Stelvio Pass

Legend2TL

R32, may be too much of a shock going from a S4 to a FX35.

charliemike

Yeah that would be my fear.

aznpxdd

Did a photoshoot with my friend over the weekend. Click ->here<- to see the whole set.

charliemike

^^

Holy Jumpin' Jesus and the Mary Chain that's a great looking car!

Have you posted the specs on the car? Options, mods, etc yet?

Brandon24pdx

It's nice. Of course the front fascia of the B8 A4 is awsome, but I prefer the profile and rear end of the B7 a little more actually.

charliemike

I wish the B8 wasn't so big. It seems like it's the size of a 5-series.

I think the B6/B7 size is about perfect for that type of car. Maybe Audi will make the B9 more along the lines of the B6 as they try to lighten the weight.

paz840

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Thanks!

knavinusa

Ditto. I think the B8's rear end looks a little awkward.

Pitman

Gdamn the B8 Audi A4 is a gorgeous car.

vwong

You're on Acurazine too???

aznpxdd

Ah, I can see why you are confused. John is the friend I am referring to in the post, I know he posts on E90Post/1Addicts quite a lot. He was one of my college house mates actually. :P

But as for my car, really nothing special for now, all the mods I've done on it are cosmetic. But I do plan on chipping it soon with APR's reflash, can't wait for that 333lb/ft of torque. *drool*

charliemike

I saw your car pics on Audizine. You should post the rest here

majin ssj eric

Any S5's on AZine yet? I don't remember seeing any....