EBCS4

Yea, I dont know why they are telling me 6 months but I have also heard that from other sources as well.

I guess my issue is that my current car is on its last breath and I am trying to hold out until I get my new car. I really dont have any interest in putting money in a car that I am going to turn around and get rid of. As of right now, my new car is scheduled to arrive in Oct.



Here are some more pics of EBC w Ti package that I think are a good comparison:

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...storil-Blue-S4

NHman

Helix, thank you for posting the pictures of your S4. IMO, beautiful car and color!

I had been seriously considering a MY13 M3 coupe. My first color choice was Interlagos Blue. Second being LeMans. As stated in a post on AZ, this is the nice match between the two.

I am leaning toward the Panda interior as I've had all black for, well, a long time in multiple vehicles. My only concern is the the potential of extra cleaning as I'll be putting my two dogs (Golden Retrievers) in the car from time-to-time.

Now I need to find a good source for the 19" Ti rims. To me, it is a much better match vs. the peelers.

imolar

Where are you located? I have a Sepang S4 here in Washington that I would gladly show you.

helix139

I don't carry dogs in my car, but I know there are several options for seat covers. That would save any extra cleaning on the Panda leather. As far as the rims, Hartmann makes reps, or if you want a lightweight forged version, go on AZ and do a search for the RSQ. You'll pay for them, though, as they run $5k per set

NHman

Regrettably, I am not near your area. Rather I live in the New England area. Thanks for the offer. I believe I will commit to this color. I want a blue car and this color is really catching my eye.

NHman

More than likely I'll look at the Hartmann products. Somewhat crazy enough paying $2.5k for paint. If I was going to put in another $5k, just skip both and order an RS5 (with Sepang).

As configured w/ Sepang my buy price would be around $58-59k.

AaronS4

I also ordered Imola! I made my deposit in April, but the order didn't squeeze into the production bank until a couple weeks ago. Buying the car from a buddy, he is moving it along as quickly as he can. Originally estimated to arrive in September/October, now that its in the system it look like ETA is 12/24/12. Hope it has one of those giant bows on it .

NHman

I found some additional pictures of a Sepang Blue S5 on another website with the Panda interior. With the Ti rims, this confirms my color selection. Now the (long) 7-8 month wait begins....

S5 Sepang reference
http://www.a5oc.com/forums/s5-genera...-s5-coupe.html

I need to workout a few options but the basic configuration will be as follows;


S5 Premium Plus
DSG/S-tronic
Fine Leather in panda
Nav
Advanced Key
B&O
Carbon inlays
18" rims/summer tires
Sepang blue

The 18" rims will be used as my winter set. I plan on buying the 19" Ti rims for warm weather use.

Unsure weather ADS is worth it. But I have time to decide.

I was back-n-forth on S4 vs. S5 but the styling of the S5 is winning me over. Plus I have access to a Crossover vehicle should I need it.

helix139

Get the sport differential. It is THE defining feature on this car, and since you're going S-tronic it also gives you the crown gear center differential and drive select controls for the differential, throttle, steering firmness, and transmission shifting aggressiveness.

NHman

helix, good point and yes it was on my list. I just forgot to put it in the post.

I debated side assist and moving headlights but I don't feel it's worth the $1400 adder.