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Old 14 February 2008, 02:01 PM
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Default Just bought myself a new motor

Been a while since I have splashed out on a new car, so here she is, pick her up on Sunday!











Its immaculate!
Old 14 February 2008, 02:07 PM
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Looks mint.

Wheels look a little small for the car mind.

How much did you pay for that? If you don't mind me asking?
Old 14 February 2008, 02:28 PM
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ahhh my best mate the old man, still driving Audi

Very nice car mate, very nice indeed, I look forward to seeing it next week

As per our last conversation, get those rims changed!
Old 14 February 2008, 04:11 PM
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Looks nice, although also think the wheels look small. Trouble is it will probably drive nicer than on big ones with rubber bands.
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Cheers boys, the wheels stay i'm afraid. Ive had a few Audis in the past and upgrading to 18/19in wheels really do have a negative effect on the way they drive, makes the ride crashy etc. They will stay put for now
Old 14 February 2008, 05:58 PM
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Not meaning to sound nasty, but I find A4's to be dull and lifeless......I once had a a4 cabriolet 3.0, and it was one of the dullest numbest cars I have ever owned. Hope you enjoy yours though!

I also had a similar experience with an S3, which I hated.....

I think I would only have an Audi if it was an RS variant....
Old 14 February 2008, 07:55 PM
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Nice, the wheels look fine, it means you get a ride as opposed to tramlining and massive bangs from the suspension.

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Old 14 February 2008, 08:01 PM
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Another plus vote ... looks nice, and I agree about the wheels, they kind of make the car look more muscular IMHO
Old 14 February 2008, 08:10 PM
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Looks pretty good to me
Old 14 February 2008, 10:06 PM
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Nice reg plate too.
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Very nice indeed. First impressions were: lovely motor, but the rims don't quite sit right. Having said that, I understand why you might choose to keep them. Congratulations, mate.
Old 18 February 2008, 11:01 AM
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yeah the dealer rekon'd the plate was worth £400

The wheels stay
Old 19 February 2008, 09:30 AM
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Puts a stop to the 'my car, no it's our car' discussion then
Old 19 February 2008, 09:32 AM
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Set of 18" Kahn RSRs on that mate




ps. Is the 3.0 lump necessary to carry the 42" waist?
Old 19 February 2008, 09:45 AM
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It looks a touch naff with the different coloured bodykit, but I am sure it will prove to be a safe, reliable car.
Old 19 February 2008, 01:43 PM
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I had an A4 like that until a couple of months back, which I had for over2 years and they are great cars. Even at that age they feel very solid, and the interior is still one of the best in the business.

They are starting to look dated now and prices are slipping however (I got 2k less than expected when selling mine ) , and IMO that bodykit is hideous - but I expect you'll find it's a great car to drive around in!

enjoy!
Old 19 February 2008, 10:09 PM
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lol **** on my chips why dont ya fellas! The kit is factory and was painted in the factory, admitidly it does look off in the pics but is spot on in 'real life'.
Old 19 February 2008, 10:25 PM
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Its rubbish!

Enjoy the car
Old 07 June 2008, 02:57 PM
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Now with H&R lowering springs and 18in rims

BEFORE:


AFTER:
Old 07 June 2008, 03:20 PM
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Much better son .

Old 07 June 2008, 04:03 PM
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Lovin that mate
Always loved the look of A4's especially dropped with 18's

Very tidy indeed.

Out of intrest, how much was it lowered by, and with which springs
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Cheers boys, it was lowered with H&R 45mm springs, rekon it has only dropped around 30-35 at the min though and will settle another 10.
Old 07 June 2008, 04:16 PM
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Nice.

Looks like it needs to keep off the pies though LOL.

Didn't know Bangle had gone over to Audi............
Old 07 June 2008, 08:56 PM
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looked good before, looks great now, bet it doesn't ride as well though
Old 08 June 2008, 09:56 AM
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You would be suprised J4CKO, I was worried about making a mess of the ride, but H&R are pretty much the best springs you can get, the ride is still very smooth, noticable stiffer yes but still very similar to as it was before. Because it is not a sport, just an SE the std suspension was very soft and wallowly, now it is 10 times sharper and the car handles much more to my liking!

To quote my gf "why are you driving like you did when you were a kid"
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