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Audi S4 and S4 Cabriolet

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What is this discussion about? Audi S4, Coupe, Convertible, Sedan

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#884 of 973 Just took delivery! by wallabyguy

Jul 02, 2005 (10:42 am)

Replying to: alexs4 (Jun 21, 2005 6:57 am)
I just bought a 2005.5 S4 Cabriolet (premium, heated seats, tiptronic, sirius, nav., silver w/ ebony). My wife always wanted an A4 cabriolet since she saw her first one back in 2001. I had a 2005 Elise which was totalled by an Econovan with a driver on a cell phone back in November. The docs said no lotus for another year or so while I heal so my wife got her car (with a V8 which she didn't expect).
 
The car is a wonderful balance between sport and luxury. It doesn't depend on lots of electronic gadgetry to obtain impressive ride, handling and performance. I love the quattro but expected it since I've owned several Audis in the past. I fought my wife on the Nav system. She thought it was 2k better spent elsewhere but I put my foot down. 1 week into ownership (and 1200 mile later) she loves it. Not only does it tell you where the closest gas station is when the pump light comes on, but it also will list the closest restaurant and their telephone number. The top is a thing of beauty, performing it's duties without fuss (if a bit slow). When in the up position, the Cab is quieter than many sedans I've ridden in latey.
 
Obviously this is not an Elise. It's not as nimble noir as quick. But it has many luxuries the Lotus wouldn't even consider having and the 4.2 and tip w/ paddles is a wonderful combo. I actually like the fact it retains much of the look of the 1.8 and 3.0 models such that it doesn't attract too much attention compared to the Elise (or my Elite) which caused traffic jams. People also usually guess the car cost less than it did which helps to belay the fears of clients who think they might be paying me too much. However, those that "know" cars do appreciate the car and comment to me about how impressive the cars is when we meet.
 
I'll have another Elise in 12-18 months, no question. But the S4 cabriolet will sit proudly next to my Lotuses in the garage as my daily driver for years to come.

#885 of 973 2006 Audi S4 Cabriolet by dreward

Jul 26, 2005 (12:51 pm)

I have just been told that my 2006 Audi S4 cabriolet has arrived on US Soil I should have it next week, can't wait.

#886 of 973 Replacement titres by trout818

Jul 30, 2005 (2:26 pm)

I have a 2005 S4 cabriolet. I took delivery in January of 2005 and have about 7000 miles on it. In that time, I have had two flat tires on the OEM Continentals. I have also found that they constantly need air.
 
Does anyone have any suggestions about good replacement tires. The car is an everyday driver and is driven in all weather, including light snow. I would like to keep the price reasonable and someone suggested Kumho Ecsta ASX.
 
Anyone have a suggestion on tires?

#887 of 973 Re: Replacement titres [trout818] by wallabyguy

Jul 30, 2005 (9:42 pm)

Replying to: trout818 (Jul 30, 2005 2:26 pm)
We now have 4,500 miles and no problem with the tires. i would have rather had Michelins but thus far I seem to be OK. Do you maybe have a balancing issue?

#888 of 973 Re: Replacement titres [wallabyguy] by trout818

Jul 31, 2005 (6:00 am)

Replying to: wallabyguy (Jul 30, 2005 9:42 pm)
I think that's part of it but I'm still not thrilled with the tires and would like to move on.

#889 of 973 Re: Replacement titres [trout818] by wallabyguy

Jul 31, 2005 (6:39 am)

Replying to: trout818 (Jul 31, 2005 6:00 am)
I thought it was interesting that the S4 cab evidently comes with several different possible tire specs. Speaking with my sales contact, he didn't know what kind of tires would be on my car till it got there. I know the 3.0 S-Line I looked before I bought the S4 had the CH rims (same size as the Avus ones on our car) and Michilens. That's the route I'd go. I've always had luck with them.

#890 of 973 2006 S4 Cabriolet arrived by dreward

Jul 31, 2005 (10:50 am)

I have just received my 2006 S4 Cabriolet (Silver with red leather seats) and so far it is great. The driving has been smooth with a slight edge and I can honestly say I have never had so much fun behind the wheel of a car. It has the bluetooth prep which works well but does not transfer the phone book or control the phone directly this is in my view a bug and needs to be corrected. If phone book transfer directly from the phone is tough why not at least allow phone book transfer from the SD card? The sound system is stellar even my wife (who is notoriously picky and sensitive to volume) tells me to crank it up . Does anyone have any good advice on what to use on the leather to keep it in pristine condition?

#891 of 973 Strange compulsion by dreward

Aug 01, 2005 (12:13 pm)

Ever since reciept of new car (see above) I am now gripped by the continual urge to find excuses to use it.

#892 of 973 Re: Strange compulsion [dreward] by pat

Aug 01, 2005 (12:26 pm)

Replying to: dreward (Aug 01, 2005 12:13 pm)
LOL! Well enjoy it!

#893 of 973 SD MP3 filenames by dreward

Aug 02, 2005 (3:00 pm)

When using the SD card I discovered that certain of my MP3 files would not play after some investigation I found that the file name length was the controlling factor and after shortening the names they showed up in the list. After referring to the manual I noticed that the file name length is limited to 64 characters I have not determined whether this includes the .mp3 or not. I have noticed several people noting that some files play and some don't perhaps they need to check the file name length.

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