2012's Arrive!
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2012's Arrive!
The 2012's are in. Drove ours home last night....
Q7, TDI, S Line w/ Graphite 21" wheels
Just a modest price increase over 2011's, when all was said and done, about $1000 more than same version (including upgrades) 2011, $400 of which was in the graphite wheels, $1200 vs. $800.
The back up cameras are NOT installed, dealer gave me Audi care to pacify me, imagine this is pretty standard.
Let the fun begin!
Q7, TDI, S Line w/ Graphite 21" wheels
Just a modest price increase over 2011's, when all was said and done, about $1000 more than same version (including upgrades) 2011, $400 of which was in the graphite wheels, $1200 vs. $800.
The back up cameras are NOT installed, dealer gave me Audi care to pacify me, imagine this is pretty standard.
Let the fun begin!
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Congrats!! Gladbto hear your dealer took care of you. We are still waiting on ours. Any interior differences ? Is google maps enabled on the mmi since the 2012s have audi connect? Can't wait to see some pics ...
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Audi Connect on 2012
Ours was basically identical to 2011's... the only difference is the Audi connect + the black chrome accents which were previously only avail in Europe, is now avail to US with the S Line graphite. I THINK the 2011 had the Sline logo on the steering wheel, ours does not.
The dealer activated the Audi connect right there before leaving the lot. Had to sign a tmobile document, however, no credit card was requested, so, as I understood it, I'll start getting tmobile emails soon to extend, but if I do not accept their offers, it will simply turn off in 6 Months. The SIM card reamins in place, but not active. Runs about $30/month, should you choose to keep it. Modest discounts if buy in 12 month blocks.
Dunlop Tires, not Conti's...
The dealer activated the Audi connect right there before leaving the lot. Had to sign a tmobile document, however, no credit card was requested, so, as I understood it, I'll start getting tmobile emails soon to extend, but if I do not accept their offers, it will simply turn off in 6 Months. The SIM card reamins in place, but not active. Runs about $30/month, should you choose to keep it. Modest discounts if buy in 12 month blocks.
Dunlop Tires, not Conti's...
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Looking to purchase a 2012 myself .. If you don't mind me asking, is the dealer offering any discounts off the MSRP? What color did you get .. post some pictures .. love to see it!
Here is the information about the S Line plus package from the website ..
S line® plus package
Adding to the already remarkable look of your vehicle, this package includes 21” 5-segment-spoke-design Titanium-finish alloy wheels with 295/35 summer tires. Black optic exterior trim elements include a distinctive gloss-black grille surround, black roof rails and marble-black window surrounds. Inside, the brushed aluminum decorative inlays extend across the center console, doors and dashboard. S line embossed Alcantara / leather seats and unique black cloth headliner finish off the interior and add a sleek look to the vehicle.
Package contents
- 21" 5-segment-spoke-design Titanium-finish alloy wheels with 295/35 summer tires
- S line exterior kit
- Black roof rails
- 295/35 R21 summer performance tires*
Here is the information about the S Line plus package from the website ..
S line® plus package
Adding to the already remarkable look of your vehicle, this package includes 21” 5-segment-spoke-design Titanium-finish alloy wheels with 295/35 summer tires. Black optic exterior trim elements include a distinctive gloss-black grille surround, black roof rails and marble-black window surrounds. Inside, the brushed aluminum decorative inlays extend across the center console, doors and dashboard. S line embossed Alcantara / leather seats and unique black cloth headliner finish off the interior and add a sleek look to the vehicle.
Package contents
- 21" 5-segment-spoke-design Titanium-finish alloy wheels with 295/35 summer tires
- S line exterior kit
- Black roof rails
- 295/35 R21 summer performance tires*
Ours was basically identical to 2011's... the only difference is the Audi connect + the black chrome accents which were previously only avail in Europe, is now avail to US with the S Line graphite. I THINK the 2011 had the Sline logo on the steering wheel, ours does not.
The dealer activated the Audi connect right there before leaving the lot. Had to sign a tmobile document, however, no credit card was requested, so, as I understood it, I'll start getting tmobile emails soon to extend, but if I do not accept their offers, it will simply turn off in 6 Months. The SIM card reamins in place, but not active. Runs about $30/month, should you choose to keep it. Modest discounts if buy in 12 month blocks.
Dunlop Tires, not Conti's...
The dealer activated the Audi connect right there before leaving the lot. Had to sign a tmobile document, however, no credit card was requested, so, as I understood it, I'll start getting tmobile emails soon to extend, but if I do not accept their offers, it will simply turn off in 6 Months. The SIM card reamins in place, but not active. Runs about $30/month, should you choose to keep it. Modest discounts if buy in 12 month blocks.
Dunlop Tires, not Conti's...
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This is not my vehicle, as I've only had it less than 24 hours, so not a chance to take a pic...but it is identical to these photos. Not sure about a discount, I went thru 5 dealerships in Texas while shopping for a 2011...discounts were basically nil, just no inventory...so, I struck a deal that was I buy a 2012 at a 2011 price, figured, I can do no worse than 2011, and if any audi price increase + appreciation of a 2011 when 2012's landed, I'd come out slightly ahead. Dealerships in Texas will move less than $1000 if on the lot, if special order...not much movement. Sorry I'm not more help.
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Just to clarify: is your vehicle missing the backup camera, or just missing the chip to make it operable? I am not sure if it really makes any difference at the end of the day (ie: no working camera in either event) but the memo from AoA had indicated camera installed but no chip. I am picking up my 2012 tomorrow and I am curious. Thanks, and those rims look great!
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Correct, I do believe it is the Chip the vehicle was missing. If there was anything discouraging thus far, it was the inability of the dealership to forecast an install time frame. The expressions from my salesperson's face was...."we have alot of backlogged chip installs".