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229 messages, Last post on Nov 16, 2009 at 8:30 PM
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I've had my new A4 Cab for two weeks, and love it so far. Two issues: 1. Does use of the wind screen offer a noticeable difference? I've used it once, but didn't notice much difference. Is this typical? If so, I'll consider storing it in the garage. 2. My (kids) only complaint is the lack of a rear seat center arm rest. I don't understand why the center panel was designed to be removable instead of drop down. Thoughts?
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Replying to: electricman (Aug 23, 2005 11:58 am) My wind screen is GREAT. Try using it with the windows up if you want more protection from the wind. My wife and daughter both have long blond hair and can ride or drive the car with no problems. We tested the effect. No screen - hair wraps around into face and gets stuck on lipstick. Screen and windows down, slight hair movement but less than without screen and no longer whipping into face. Screen and windows up - minimal hair movement. My wind screen is up almost all the time. I only take it out when the whole family goes for a ride, I need to take customers out, or I'm golfing as the clubs only fit in the back seat. Tried to stuff them in the ski boot but not enough room. Enjoy your Audi. Oh yeah, gas mileage. If you have the 1.8T with CVT I've found that despite what the media says, it is actually better to accelerate quickly (not rocket ship fast) up to speed, say 40-45 mph, and then ease off the gas. This gets you out of the poor torque range of the 1.8T, takes advantage of the CVT, and then eases the RPM back very quickly improving the MPG. I noticed a 2-3 mpg improvement around town with this technique.
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Just gone to order my A4 Cabriolet only to find that Audi are not accepting any more orders ! What's worse is that I can't find a dealer with one in stock that meats my spec. Does anyone know if it's possible to replace a 3 spoke sports steering wheel with the 4 spoke multifunction one with paddle change at a later date, if I go for one without them ? |
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| I found a really beautiful 2005 A4 convertible that the dealer is offering at a really good year end price, but the horror stories I have read on buyer reviews and local Audi owners are giving me pause. It sounds like every 10th Audi is a lemon. Any ecouraging words to get me into the Audi family? Have they really improve in quality since 2004? | |
| I have a 2003 A4 Cab. The rear right hand brake bulb has blown but I can not see how to change it. I have taken off the plastic plug behind the lights and undone a large nut. The lights will move but not come out. What else needs to be taken off or removed to enable a simple! bulb change. I have looked in the manual and it says 'take to a garage'!! | |
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Replying to: jpouchet (Aug 24, 2005 10:19 am) ilight4u |
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Replying to: ilight4u (Sep 17, 2005 2:23 am) So far, I only used 93. I've read that you get 10% more miles using 93 vs. 87. The dealer recommends 89 though ... |
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Replying to: vincentl (Sep 20, 2005 12:49 pm) SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE POSTING>..... this is only a fraction of what I sent to post!! |
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Replying to: vincentl (Sep 20, 2005 12:49 pm) I agree... I have a 2005 1.8T Cab and even with fewer than 3000 miles, I was achieving 31 - 32 mpg on highway trips... top up and AC on or not! I always choose to use 91 octane or higher....
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| I just bought a 2005 1.8T - the miles per gallon read out indicates that I am getting 26 to 28 miles per gallon on the highway at speeds of 65 to 70 miles per hour. The salesman tells me that will improve as the car gets broken in. From others experience is that true? | |
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