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24700 messages, Last post on Dec 01, 2009 at 12:24 PM
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Let's try to define this forum as being limited to luxury performance vehicles where the mainstream version in a typical configuration has an MSRP of at least $60k.
A luxury vehicle with a base price of $59k qualifies because it would typically be bought with some additional equipment, bringing the MSRP over $60k.
Vehicles like the E, 5, A6, M, or GS, even if available in certain versions over $60k, don't qualify because they are cars from companies that have higher end cars in their lineups.
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Replying to: dewey (Jan 25, 2007 5:16 pm)
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Replying to: houdini1 (Jan 25, 2007 5:41 pm) You do realize that this is a country where the #1 and #2 sellers are pick-up trucks, and #3 is the Toyota Camry. The average American could really care less about accelerating, or braking, or cornering, or styling. We're not the land of great taste in automobiles.
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We have come to the conclusion that Dr.Fill can still cause such a rift among the peaceful and usually cordial posters on this thread. So let's try as we might and put this Audi V. The World thing to rest. VW/Audi and GM owns the Chinese market, and are ever so prevelant in the next door neighbors streets, Japan. With that said, and with the Chinese market on the move to become #1 by decade's end/'11, they really do matter. The A8 is one of the nicest vehicle that are on the marketplace as of now. It's not the best in class(the new S-Class owns that title), but judging from it's new Pacific-esque competitor, it's still got it. Some claim to be a "numbers guru", claiming that "I have all of the numbers of China", WHATEVER. The fact of the matter is there is one HELC that is indigenous to that area of the world that is mysteriously absent, wonder what it could that be? At least the Audi does very well in it's homeland. Out of the repect for our wonderful HOST, and for the respect of everyday posters and potential ones, can we please end this "I hate Audi" debate once and for all. BTW: I will be receiving a fully opted XJR by March 30th. That's right, I finally did it. Many restless nights fighting over the MB and Jag. But the deal was much sweeter with the XJR. |
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was the winding road piece of interest to you, or anybody else for that matter? Sorry to beat a dead horse, but man that engine sounds unbelievable. I know, I know, as do most exotics.
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Sorry Blkhemi, congrats on your new ride. The new Jag is certainly beautiful, just like those Aston's  Sorry I get so distasteful everyone, but I've never been one to run from a fight. I rather enjoy it you might say. |
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Replying to: dewey (Jan 25, 2007 4:08 pm) I certainly hope so... but just imagine that difficult choice between the 335i and the Porsche. Heck that's a lot of fun for one person to handle! TagMan |
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Replying to: blkhemi (Jan 25, 2007 6:04 pm) My friend, you posted XJR twice! Surely you meant to say X K R ?!?!?!? Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! In this case, the key word is "gorgeous".  BTW, if you check every one of my posts regarding Audi, you should find yourself very pleased indeed. I could not have been more supportive. TagMan
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Replying to: dhamilton (Jan 25, 2007 6:14 pm) Absolutely. Sorry I didn't thank you for the post. I'm not sure if your link works or not, since I already get the on-line magazine. I definately got an adrenaline rush watching that video. The article mentions that this will be one of the first cars to get absolutely no speed limiter at all, estimating the top speed at I believe 187 mph. With the initial engine, the 0-60 time is estimated at 4.5 if I remember correctly. Some of the the photos are very nice, and the night shots are particularly flattering. The cockpit at night is terrific. It happens to be one of the things that I always love in a car... a good-looking night display... and the R8 has a good one, if that photo is any indication. Anyway, thanks again. TagMan |
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Replying to: lexusguy (Jan 25, 2007 5:49 pm) When it comes to HELCs though, Audi will not only have to shake its image as being unreliable, but will have to become almost bullet proof, like Lexus, before gaining wide acceptance here. That is a very tall order. |
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Replying to: houdini1 (Jan 25, 2007 7:16 pm) There is momentum here in Audi's favor. Styling and image are also HUGE factors in the HELC segment. Reliability is important, but not supreme. The Audi styling is becoming more and more accepted in the HELC segment and other segments as well. The adoption of the similar look by VW is helpful, not hurtful, as it makes the look more mainstream and acceptable. The upcoming R8 will practically be a halo supercar with a giveaway price tag. It will receive astonishing reviews that will further bolster Audi's image. The S8 will also help. A new A8 will be out in 2008. I was surprised at the robust activity surrounding the Audi cars at the International Auto show on the west coast during Thanksgiving. There are quite a few Audi vehicles being driven out here in my neck of the woods... and I'm seeing more and more as time goes by. They are definately on a roll. I don't see the tall order that you do. I think they are absolutley going to pull it off, and are already in the process of doing so. As I told the Doc, just keep watching the sales data... this is just the beginning. It's going to keep getting better and better for many years to come. TagMan
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