It’s a cracking car isn’t it, glad you finally got yours too. I’m finding the mild hybrid weird and something I’ll have to get used to... very hard going from a 300 Bhp golf to a 190 A4, but it’s a beautiful car and so much space! The a6 will be my next family wagon and the TT my next toy probably
It’s a cracking car isn’t it, glad you finally got yours too. I’m finding the mild hybrid weird and something I’ll have to get used to... very hard going from a 300 Bhp golf to a 190 A4, but it’s a beautiful car and so much space! The a6 will be my next family wagon and the TT my next toy probably
I think the S Tronic is far better than the manual, in my opinion. I test drive the 2.0 TFSI back in May and the s tronic beats it hands down
I used to hate automatics, until I drove the A4, couldn't believe how smooth and rapidly it changed gear. Coupled with the Drivers Assistance Tour package it makes driving in traffic a doddle.
I once drove a diesel A4 manual and the gearstick vibrated all the time...
I once drove a diesel A4 manual and the gearstick vibrated all the time...
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Ibis. It’s been treated, sealed and waxed, plus has a ceramic coating, so that may make the paint look slightly deeper but it’s just Ibis white
added options inside as opposed to outside, apart from the wheels
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Funny how a little thing like exhausts just finishes it nicely. I'm now looking at mine and thinking it looks all wrong
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Ibis. It’s been treated, sealed and waxed, plus has a ceramic coating, so that may make the paint look slightly deeper but it’s just Ibis white
I have the same ibis white and wheels but a saloon, hopefully get mine soon!!
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Looks great mate! Pleased that you are happy with it after the wait ....
I currently have a B9, MY17, TDI, 190, Sline, avant, manual and really like the car but opted for a B9, BE ,Saloon, 190 TDI, S tronic for the new car, (Black with the same wheels as yours ) due to be delivered on Friday !
Seeing the pics coming in from some of the guys is making me more desperate to get mine now... haha...
Still waiting for the finance document while half of you guys have yours sitting on your driveway
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Same here..... getting fed up, especially when I got a call on 28th December saying it will probably be delivered at the very latest 4th Jan... what on earth is taking so long!!
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What does your online tracker say? What was your build date?
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Tracker says 'Your Audi has arrived in the UK' on both app and website, build date 15th of May. 2L 150PS TFSI.
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Build date 15th of may! Wow a long time. What was your order date
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Lovely car mate, hope you’re happy with it. Personally I’m not a fan of the smaller black wheels, but it does look smart.
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Just heard from the dealer to say that the car will be ready for collection tomorrow. I’ve asked to delay collection until March for the new plate, the better weather and enough time to get it booked at the detailer for its ceramic coating etc. Wife thinks I should pick it up tomorrow. I’ve waited this long so can wait another 7 weeks. As long as my 11yr old Golf holds out!
Just take delivery now mate, what’s the point in waiting until the 19 plate (doesn’t change the actual car and won’t change future value much either). Life’s too short, just enjoy it now
Plus I can’t see the dealer hanging onto it for 2 months, plus it’ll be standing still not doing anything (bird poo, rust on brakes etc).
As has been said many times, take the order tracker details with a pinch of salt. According to my order tracker, my A4 Avant BE 35 TDi has arrived in the UK.
Not bad considering I ordered a A4 Avant BE 45 TFSI Quattro - that they haven't even started building yet.
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Just looking at the spec, i see the new A4 comes with hill hold assist as standard, is this the same as audi auto hold?
So with the hill hold assist the car will remain stationary with the green P sign showing for an unlimited amount of time? Maybe someone who has picked up their car can confirm.
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So with the hill hold assist the car will remain stationary with the green P sign showing for an unlimited amount of time? Maybe someone who has picked up their car can confirm.
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I'd definitely do the same (in fact I am!) Mines due to arrive in a couple of weeks and I've already told the dealer to reg in on 1st March. I've waited 8 months. A couple of weeks makes no difference to me. Will be a nice feeling having a brand new car on a brand new reg, and also worth more come resale time ('19 plate as opposed to a '68 plate)
Totally get your wife's point of view, but like you say, you've waited forever anyway and the weather is crap. lol
I would collect it now, but then mines a lease and I haven't got resale to think about, but I really don't think it will make much difference.
i'm currently carless and have been for 3 months, sharing the missus' so mine cannot come soon enough, I'd drive the length of the country tonight if It meant I had it for tomorrow!
I am excited to see who receives their BE Saloon first!! Only Avants seem to be with owners currently.
i'm currently carless and have been for 3 months, sharing the missus' so mine cannot come soon enough, I'd drive the length of the country tonight if It meant I had it for tomorrow!
I am excited to see who receives their BE Saloon first!! Only Avants seem to be with owners currently.
I’m also in the same boat as yourself. BE Saloon on Lease.
Was on the verge of travelling to Milton Keynes, and have a right go at Audi MK, during the holiday period. But, would not have achieved anything different from just calling them.
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Just take delivery now mate, what’s the point in waiting until the 19 plate (doesn’t change the actual car and won’t change future value much either). Life’s too short, just enjoy it now
Plus I can’t see the dealer hanging onto it for 2 months, plus it’ll be standing still not doing anything (bird poo, rust on brakes etc).
Agree, I personally wouldn’t want my nice new car sitting any longer in a lot
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You're right. And I'm tempted. Might have to anyway. The dealer hasn't confirmed that I can delay until March. Problem is I may not be able to book it in for its ceramic treatment at such short notice and I'd really like to have that done before I pick it up.Just take delivery now mate, what’s the point in waiting until the 19 plate (doesn’t change the actual car and won’t change future value much either). Life’s too short, just enjoy it now
Plus I can’t see the dealer hanging onto it for 2 months, plus it’ll be standing still not doing anything (bird poo, rust on brakes etc).
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Basically a protective coating. See the following link but the detailing section on this forum should have plenty of info on the subject. Not cheap, but worth it (for me, anyway)
https://www.detailingwiki.org/protection/what-is-a-coating/?highlight=ceramic
https://www.detailingwiki.org/protection/what-is-a-coating/?highlight=ceramic
There is information here in this forum and on other threads about ceramic coating. I had mine done summer before last, well worth it...
I am leasing my car. Is it worth the cost? Does it stop stonechips? Roughly how much are we talking about?
And I do 20000 miles a year at least.
And I do 20000 miles a year at least.
Hmm think of it as something along the lines of a long lasting, durable layer of wax. It won’t stop stone chips, but it’ll help keep the car looking clean by helping to repel contaminants.
Having someone apply the coating (after a good going over the paint) can be quite expensive (hard to pin down standard costs, I’ve been told from as little as £300 to just under a grand), something that’s probably not worth it for a 2-3 year lease. I was considering it given that I’ve gone for the standard black paint which for experience is a massive PITA to maintain, but I’m only going to have the car for just two years :/
The only way to stop chips is to have the car wrapped, but even then some could get through ,whilst a ceramic coating will afford some protection, stone chips are another matter. As has been stated here https://www.audi-sport.net/xf/forums/detailing.116/ has more information and google is your friend https://www.drivespark.com/four-whe...ting-advantages-and-disadvantages-025058.html https://exclusivedetail.com/ceramic-coating-for-cars/ There are also AS members called jassyo06, Bristle Hound, q5man and many more who can help and know more than I do about the subject...
