Former Audi S4 owner just bought an RX-8
03-22-2005, 07:22 PM
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Former Audi S4 owner just bought an RX-8
Well, after blowing up my S4 two weeks ago (Stage II+, which means chip, exhaust, downpipes--as well as coilovers and short shifter--345 hp, 370 ft. lb torque) I finally decided on the RX-8. I loved the S4, especially after I modded it, but I love the RX-8, although in a much different way. Even with all of the mods, the S4 was still a very refined, incredibly powerful highway cruiser-- a real stealth machine. But the RX-8, while obviously less refined, is a lot more fun and more "connected" to the visceral experience of driving. I'm looking forward to the next few years of commuting!
03-22-2005, 08:57 PM
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if your not 1st your last
i had best of both worlds last yr
00 s4 nagaro blue
both cars were totally different
but the 8 was my toy the s4 was great as a daily driver.
too bad it weights 5k pounds
00 s4 nagaro blue
both cars were totally different
but the 8 was my toy the s4 was great as a daily driver.
too bad it weights 5k pounds
03-22-2005, 10:32 PM
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Yeah, I felt like I was in a tank in the S4.
The S4 was a very solid and weighty piece of high-velocity German steel. The RX-8 is light and nimble, like a Japanese Zero.
03-22-2005, 10:38 PM
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Ive got a 2000 s4, and also live in chicago.... i also want an rx8. Where did you get this work done on you'r s4, and if u have any parts still let me know....(looking for wheels and well anything)
03-22-2005, 11:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Audioslave8
Ive got a 2000 s4, and also live in chicago.... i also want an rx8. Where did you get this work done on you'r s4, and if u have any parts still let me know....(looking for wheels and well anything)
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Wow, a lot of former audi owners jumping over to rotaries. They are a lot less expensive to maintain 
. I had a 1 bar APR chip in my A4 and it was great. Worked flawlessly, loved being able to switch boost/programs on the fly with the cruise control switches. APR does pretty good work. Too bad a timing belt on that car was almost as much as an engine for my FD. It was a nice car to drive, but not nearly as fun/tossable as the mazdas. Hated the Quattro though normally. Nice in the rain, but caused too much understeer at the track/autocross.
345 seems right for a 1 bar chip and full exhaust
. I had a 1 bar APR chip in my A4 and it was great. Worked flawlessly, loved being able to switch boost/programs on the fly with the cruise control switches. APR does pretty good work. Too bad a timing belt on that car was almost as much as an engine for my FD. It was a nice car to drive, but not nearly as fun/tossable as the mazdas. Hated the Quattro though normally. Nice in the rain, but caused too much understeer at the track/autocross.345 seems right for a 1 bar chip and full exhaust
03-23-2005, 01:43 PM
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RX8 HA HA
i love the s4!! Shyt looks sick but i'm glad i bought the 8..Your going to love it! I have hks hipermax coilovers on my 8 and it handles perfectly! You point and it will go.
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