Picked her up earlier today.

I've been lusting after this car since it was first introduced in 2009. Needless to say, I was crestfallen to hear that it was, at that time, going to be a Europe-only model. Damn Audi for being coy and finally introducing this car to the USA, but I'm so happy that they did. This is only the second car that I plan on having a long-term love affair with. The RX-8, of course, is the first. I'll post a driving review comparing the two after I've put some miles on her.

 

I thought those wheels came from the rx8...lol

Anyway, congrats and enjoy your new ride.

 

I hadn't noticed until you mentioned it, but LOL, they do look very similar. And thanks!

 

So not fair... You have no clue how jealous I am right now. I've been in love with that car since I first heard about it too. As much as I like the 3.0t in the B8 S4, that 5 cylinder just has a certain appeal that wins me over. If I could afford one, I would definitely run out and buy one lol.

So far it seems like a great engine to work with and the initial tuning seems promising. If it's anything like my B5 S4, it will be a lasting community with continued development for quite a while.

I would have gone with Sepang Blue, but that's a small detail. Looking forward to hearing your reactions as a former 8 owner.

 

Sweet. I love these too. However, the mirrors look weird in your pic.

 

I like it. To small for me though.

 

'been lusting after that one of late as well. The RS has a wealth of hp/tq. Enjoy and looking forward to your review!

 

Why the squished pic? Something looks odd.

 

Very nice. I'm a big fan of Audi's and lookin forward to your review. Enjoy the new car.

 

Cool ride, congrats. When I got my eight, it was between a TT and the eight. Titanium grey with orange leather interior with the baseball stitching. It was the test drive that put me in the eight. Could have gone either way.

 

Great looking car, congrats!

 

Nice New Beatle


J/K man. Nice car. I've heard they're pretty badass all around.

 

Even though, at this point, the thought of a timing belt, pistons, valves, etc. is a real turn-off, I would be verrrry tempted if Audi imported the diesel version.
Dammit.
( although, at 6'4", I don't fit very well...)

 

nice ca but i would have gotten the Porsche instead on the back of ur picture

 

Hey congrats! This is a great car.
Please do let us know your impressions compared to the RX8.

 

That's actually my self-debate 'dilemma' at the moment for a weekend toy. A 2006-07 low mileage 911 or a new TT-RS. The Porsche usually tips the scales.