North American S4 press release
08-29-1999, 04:46 PM
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North American S4 press release
I have the press release for the S4 in my hands. Most of it is stuff that we already know. First off, <b>I do not have pricing, so don't ask</b>. I'll try and post anything that I see is "new".
1. Pearl White paint is a seperate option. It looks like Audi is reintroducing the color for all models.
3. According to this, the Tiptronic transmission is a <b>no-cost</b> option
4. The "Sport interior package" (alacantara leather) is also a no-cost option.
5. Offical numbers are still 250 hp, 256 lbs of torque.
6. Offical times are 0-6 in 5.9 for manual and 6.5 for tip. 1/4 times are 14.4 for manual and 14.8 for tip
7. Fuel economy: 17 city, 24 highway
The rest is stuff is nothing new. Again, I do not have pricing, I hope to get it tomorrow, but I can't guarantee it, I was really surprized that I didn't get it with this current press release.
I'm going to be unavailable for the rest of the day, so I won't be able to answer any questions. I may have some time tomorrow. If I get pricing, I'll definitely post that information tomorrow if I can.
Matt
1. Pearl White paint is a seperate option. It looks like Audi is reintroducing the color for all models.
3. According to this, the Tiptronic transmission is a <b>no-cost</b> option
4. The "Sport interior package" (alacantara leather) is also a no-cost option.
5. Offical numbers are still 250 hp, 256 lbs of torque.
6. Offical times are 0-6 in 5.9 for manual and 6.5 for tip. 1/4 times are 14.4 for manual and 14.8 for tip
7. Fuel economy: 17 city, 24 highway
The rest is stuff is nothing new. Again, I do not have pricing, I hope to get it tomorrow, but I can't guarantee it, I was really surprized that I didn't get it with this current press release.
I'm going to be unavailable for the rest of the day, so I won't be able to answer any questions. I may have some time tomorrow. If I get pricing, I'll definitely post that information tomorrow if I can.
Matt
I'm still trying to decide if I want to get an auto or a manual in my car when I get it. What do you guys suggest... Pro's and Con's? Thanks.
08-29-1999, 06:28 PM
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Struggled with this one myself (due to a bad, read slow, commute with lots of 1-2-3-2-1 shifts)...
and I thought tip-on-the-wheel would solve all my issues (I'm thinking F1, it works for Micheal & Mika..) but, after driving a 2.8Q I changed my mind and deceide to go with the ZF 6 speed with the additional oil cooler (I think this unit is similar to the 993/996 6 speed, but it wouldn't be the first time I've been wrong...).
IMHO I don't like the slight pause on down shifts and up shifts. It's been explained (from friends and then reenforced by a lot of people on the board) as having everything to do with clutches verses selinoids(sp?). Only Ferrarri, I believe, offers a true paddel manual that uses clutches.
I've also have 205,000 on my coupe GT, and still on the original clutch - thank you very much, so I'm hopeing for the same type of reliability.
IMHO I don't like the slight pause on down shifts and up shifts. It's been explained (from friends and then reenforced by a lot of people on the board) as having everything to do with clutches verses selinoids(sp?). Only Ferrarri, I believe, offers a true paddel manual that uses clutches.
I've also have 205,000 on my coupe GT, and still on the original clutch - thank you very much, so I'm hopeing for the same type of reliability.
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08-30-1999, 08:19 AM
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Thanks for the info... I still think this pricing mystery has to do with current orders (more)
I personally believe that Audi will make mucho profit on the S4, regardless if its sold at $35k base or $39k base... and that they have been watching orders come in since last spring to gauge demand and whether the S4 loaded out should come in at $40k, $45k or somewhere in between...
The last thing they need is a bunch of S4s sittin' around on dealer lots... plus I am gonna be pissed, after negotiating MSRP! ouch...
I bet they have had about a jillion AoA meetings on this issue too! hehe... I bet they have someone that reads all this garbage... we should have all been continuously posting messages like, "I am not going purchase an S4 unless, totally loaded its under $40k!" or "I am going to get an M3 if the price is over $40k fully loaded!"
We need to use this forum to drive future pricing! hehehe
RocketJohn
'00 S4 on order waiting for the Pricing Blitzkrieg to be unleashed...
The last thing they need is a bunch of S4s sittin' around on dealer lots... plus I am gonna be pissed, after negotiating MSRP! ouch...
I bet they have had about a jillion AoA meetings on this issue too! hehe... I bet they have someone that reads all this garbage... we should have all been continuously posting messages like, "I am not going purchase an S4 unless, totally loaded its under $40k!" or "I am going to get an M3 if the price is over $40k fully loaded!"
We need to use this forum to drive future pricing! hehehe
RocketJohn
'00 S4 on order waiting for the Pricing Blitzkrieg to be unleashed...