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We Don't Know for Sure by art234
Apr 26, 2009 (4:55 pm)
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To answer the questions,
 
We ordered the car from the 2010 ordering guide. We don't have prices yet. We are estimating price, and we did negotiate a fixed cost over invoice, with all incentives to me.
 
The prestige package now has navigation (3G MMI), but driver assist and the rear camera and park assist are removed and part of an optional package.
 
I am estimating the cost of the car to be between $43 and $44K or so, and when it comes in I will review lease rates but actually plan to buy the car.
 
I was in the car business for about 5 years previously, so knew basically how to negotiate, and the dealer and I understand each other...
 
Now the wait begins...I am really looking forward to this car.
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money factor by backroad
Apr 27, 2009 (8:15 am)
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What is an accurate source for Audi Financial Services' Buy Rate Lease Money Factor?
 
I have found sources only for 15K mi/year.
 
Thanks!
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Re: 2010 Audi A4 & Audi Drive Select [markcincinnati] by salexand
Apr 30, 2009 (12:03 pm)
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Replying to: markcincinnati (Apr 24, 2009 4:58 am)

Mark,
My wife and I are looking at an '09 A4 Premium+ with the sport package only because we need the lumbar support it provides.
We didn't like the jarring drive of the sport package and would really like something a tad softer (we already have a 2000 Jetta VR6 with a stiff ride).
Does the adaptive drive really offer a softer ride if the sport package is taken and the drive is set to comfort ? Obviously I don't expect the drive to be as cushiony as say an ES 350 (the other car we were looking at)..
 
Also, do you have any input on when we'll be able to build out a 2010 A4 ? I hear there are some option changes (eg: no driver memory in the Premium+)
 
Thanks so much,
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Re: 2010 Audi A4 & Audi Drive Select [salexand] by fglamser
Apr 30, 2009 (12:21 pm)
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Replying to: salexand (Apr 30, 2009 12:03 pm)

I have the 2009 A4 Premium+ without the sport package. It has power lumbar support and the ride is very compliant.
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Thanks fglamser. You have power lumbar only for the driver side. by salexand
Apr 30, 2009 (12:26 pm)
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Right ? We were looking for dual lumbar support because wifey (who is going to be the passenger most of the time on this!) needs that.
 
Forced to go for the Sports even though we don't want it just for the fantastic lumbar support..
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Re: Thanks fglamser. You have power lumbar only for the driver side. [salexand] by barryend
Apr 30, 2009 (1:45 pm)
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Replying to: salexand (Apr 30, 2009 12:26 pm)

I took delivery of the A4 2.0, sports, Nav. on Tuesday. It has the adjustable thigh bolsters that pull out from the front of the seat. I drove close to 200 miles. The ride seems less stiff than when I took delivery. If the roads are not bad the ride is great. Trade off is the handling is extraordinary. The body and chassis are very well dampened.
 
I suggest looking into an orthopedic or Temperpedic cushion for a bad back
 
I have had much more jarring rides on prior cars, including my 2006 Infiniti M35X.
 
My concern is flats and wheel damage from the great looking low profile 18" wheels with costly summer tires. It also is dropped 19 centimeters (3/4") lower and could bottom out. I need snow tires or all-seasons to get through the NY winters. Maybe a spare set of wheels too. Because of those concerns I am not sure I would have ordered the sports package again. I may have looked at the Prestige with 18" wheels and bought an after market Nav for $300.00 to cut back costs there. The 2009 Audi Nav. is primitive. Backup camera is great though.
 
Dealer tried to sell me wheel & tire coverage. I am still mulling that over. I have to study the exclusions.
 
I had two Lexus/Camry based ES sedans in 2000 and 1997. My mother-in-law liked to ride in them and hated my brother-in-law's BMW 750. Sadly she has passed. Now passenger ride comfort is no issue for me. If back problems are an overriding concern an ES would be a good choice.
 
The standard A4 with a seat cushion or custom seat may also be considered.
 
My 28 year old step daughter drove the A4 this morning and was thrilled. Her last car was a 2006 Jetta GLI.
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Re: Tinting [art234] by barryend
Apr 30, 2009 (2:07 pm)
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Replying to: art234 (Apr 26, 2009 9:17 am)

Art:
 
You are correct.
 
Several bill are pending in the NY Assembly to require inspection for unlawful widow tint, increased penalties, and raising light transmission to 90% from 70%. They also seek an appropriation for buying $50,000 for window tint meters. This is a reaction to an officer being killed when approaching a tinted vehicle.
http://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?by=k&qs=window+tint
 
Now that the economy is bad, window tint fines are a perfect source for a new revenue stream.
 
Thanks for the advice.
 
Barry
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Re: 2010 Audi A4 & Audi Drive Select [salexand] by markcincinnati
Apr 30, 2009 (4:13 pm)
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Replying to: salexand (Apr 30, 2009 12:03 pm)

Comfort setting is soft -- and if you get the 18" sport package, rather than the 19" that I have, the ride is even softer.
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2009 A4 Waterpump needs replacement after 9000K by luvlee824
May 04, 2009 (9:54 am)
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I was wondering if anyone had the same issue. I have a 2009 A4 w/ almost 9000 miles and had a squealing coming from the car for a couple months and brought to Audi and finally was told it was the water pump and would be replaced. I thought this was kind of soon especially with a brand new car! Any one else hear of this problem with the new 09 or have the similar problem? Thanks!
 
Also my oil light keeps coming on that oil is low! Just had the oil and maintenance done at around 5500 miles. Any remarks?
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Re: Thanks fglamser. You have power lumbar only for the driver side. [salex by fglamser
May 04, 2009 (11:26 am)
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Replying to: salexand (Apr 30, 2009 12:26 pm)

Yes, driver side only. The seats are awfully supportive without it. You might see if you can get a long test drive to see if the wife likes the regular seats.

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