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  1. AlexDR

    New RS3 8Y Design Details

    Sold my TTRS roadster today as price too good to turn down. I was one of the first to drive the 8V RS3 when the demos hit dealers and ordered that morning but I'd want to drive the new one before I'd order but I'm thinking a Cayman GTS as I don't need the back seats anymore (and not far off in...
  2. AlexDR

    Jassy's Blue Audi TTS Adventure

    How do you find the 2.0 engine? I've been toying chopping my TTRS for one but then I put the roof down and remember how good it sounds even if the dynamics are compromised. Fancy the GTS4.0 but it's a bit much
  3. AlexDR

    Performance and power of cars going forward?

    Why not mix it up a bit? We have a Mini electric for schools runs and local shops, a 3.0 BMW X4 for long hauls and family trips, and a TTRS roadster for weekends.
  4. AlexDR

    Moved on,,,,,again.

    I test drove an X3 yesterday with a view to maybe replacing my Q5 (having had three in a row). I thought the 3.0d engine was super strong and it seemed to handle better than the Audi. Practically wise not much to choose between them. I think the cabin is not quite as nice as the Audi but...
  5. AlexDR

    Order new base RS3 or new fully loaded Golf R now?

    Depends on whether you are buying with your head or your heart. I've had both (and S3 and Leon Cupra) and the Golf is a better all rounder, daily driver but the engine does sound nasty (interestingly worse than in the S3 and Cupra). But for occasion, drama, all that stuff, has to be RS3.
  6. AlexDR

    Dealer Staff Car

    I had one that the dealer finance guy had for six months, was totally fine.
  7. AlexDR

    Have you heard the S4/S5 rumour...

    Coupe of SQ7s near me, they don't sound like tractors, they sound like something much bigger, like a coach....
  8. AlexDR

    Audi RS3 performance ?

    TTRS+ = yes please
  9. AlexDR

    Fifth Gear - Hot Hatch Shootout - inc Audi S3

    I had a 2014 S3 and hated the bouncing around when pressing on over rough ground, the mag ride on my RS3 seemed to sort that. The 2016 Golf R I had was way better handling, don't know why but it was.
  10. AlexDR

    Old shape RS5 help

    I'm toying with the idea of buying an old shape RS5, probably for about 30ishK just to blast around on the weekend (never had a non-turbo V8 before). I'm looking for noise, savage acceleration (without turbo lag) and something that doesn't handle like a barge. Any opinions, views or advice you...
  11. AlexDR

    S3 stage 2 v RS3 stage 1

    Did you buy your car to race and beat other Audis on the road? A few well documented incidents of that not ending well....
  12. AlexDR

    What's this? a Audi Golf RS-R3?

    One thing about the GolF R I disliked (except for the lack of noise) is the difference between'race' mode compared to Audi 'dynamic' mode when used in Auto. The VW seems to hold at high Revs for much longer before changing up, you could use the paddle but it would often downshift again.
  13. AlexDR

    Next model A3

    Last night I had decided to order a TTRS roadster at next opportunity, now I think maybe not with other interesting stuff coming...
  14. AlexDR

    Next model A3

    Audi S3 with 5pot detuned to 335bhp same as SQ3?
  15. AlexDR

    Next model A3

    Think the A3 might get the detuned 5pot destined for the new SQ3?
  16. AlexDR

    Observations S3 v RS3 Courtesy car

    A bit more QC maybe? Evidenced by the 45ish miles on the clock? Maybe not....
  17. AlexDR

    Observations S3 v RS3 Courtesy car

    I agree, had both, no contest, the build quality also seemed slightly better.
  18. AlexDR

    Perks after buying S3

    If you buy an RS you might get some of this stuff (sometimes), not so much for an S (probably due to volumes). Let's face it, it is usually when they know you're thinking of changing or upgrading....
  19. AlexDR

    S3 stripped of parts in Holiday Inn Heathrow car park

    I'd never leave my car at an airport meet and greet. I live near Stansted and you regularly see the greeters thrashing the cars on the back roads as they drive them to the parking lots....
  20. AlexDR

    Facelift Likelihood of 2019 Competition Package

    There is a 'S1 Competition' available on the UK configurator.