Except for that the new TD1 issue and flagging for warranty voiding modifications ruining all of that fun. A pulley swapped S4 would be amazing but Audi hates us.
Except for that the new TD1 issue and flagging for warranty voiding modifications ruining all of that fun. A pulley swapped S4 would be amazing but Audi hates us.
Dr. Detroit
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I get it - AWD was what was most important. The S4 packs a whopping 26 HP more than the IS350 - I would not call that "far more powerful" -
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AFAIK, things like a new intercooler, new piping removing the soundbox, catch can, HFC, new diff mounts, new transmission mounts, new sway bars and engine strengthening brace (one piece milled aluminum) don't void warranty. A APR turbo and APR/that other company with tunes WILL td1 you when they scan the car.
Will the Eurocode lightweight pulley really TD1?
I call 1 second in 0-60 times more powerful. But yes, I wanted a performance car that I could take places and not worry about conditions until snow gets too high.
Edit: Also, the SS has no blue color. My cars must be dark blue. Or dark green. Which means they must be blue because only Subaru offers green cars, really. (the pale green on the SS just doesn't do it for me...)
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A pulley with no software is completely useless. It won't increase power as the stock ecu will reduce incoming boost beyond a certain point.
And the dealer can TD1 you for anything they see visually or via an ECU pull as far as I'm aware. I'd be extremely wary of doing any modifications to the engine at all.
I call 1 second in 0-60 times more powerful. But yes, I wanted a performance car that I could take places and not worry about conditions until snow gets too high.
The 333 quoted number is an outright lie from Audi. The 3.0T is a ridiculous engine that is underrated from the factory. The car dynos at nearly 300 to the wheels. Crank figures are estimated at 360-ish HP.
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They have to prove the mod caused it. A pulley however doesn't change the boost, it just means you're spinning a pound less on the engine, and while you don't gain HP per se, you see it sooner when accelerating. I ALMOST did the group buy for the pulley, but was concerned about how much it was underdriving.
Only a tune will auto-TD1 you per Audi USA rules. That is auto reported and out of the dealer's control. The mechanical/visual mods are up to the dealer.
Edit: Oh I see, a lightweight. We're talking two different pulleys. I can see a lightweight pulley doing a little bit of an improvement in throttle response, sure. But I'd rather get a smaller pulley and the Stage "II" tune for it instead and be pushing well over 400 hp instead.
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On Saturday I went for a test drive...
The Acura TL felt the "fastest" and I felt safer in the TL than the BMW. However, the BMW went from 0-40 in ~5 seconds, not even flooring it. I was so-so on the Lexus as IMO it didn't handle as well as the others. I am leaving toward the TL for a few reasons: felt the safest and fastest, and IMO gave a good balance of features, speed, safety, and family wise for the 40,000 price tag. Also, the TL had the most leg room.
The Acura TL felt the "fastest" and I felt safer in the TL than the BMW. However, the BMW went from 0-40 in ~5 seconds, not even flooring it. I was so-so on the Lexus as IMO it didn't handle as well as the others. I am leaving toward the TL for a few reasons: felt the safest and fastest, and IMO gave a good balance of features, speed, safety, and family wise for the 40,000 price tag. Also, the TL had the most leg room.
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As an FYI, my TSX with a straight 4 had oil burn issues. Acura was pretty much towing the honda line of "if it's burning less than 1qt per 1k miles, we don't give a shit" - I don't know if the TL's V6 has similar oil burn issues (I'd guess not) but I'd suggest looking into it, and other common problems (as I'd suggest for ALL car purchases.)
It really isn't. That non turbo engine is about as fast to 60 as the 328i.
An s4 / 335i would destroy it. That and the front end looks absolutely ridiculous
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Its a 30k motor in a 20k car. Its like buying a one of the high end pony cars. For some people that's great. However its not really competitor in the luxury market.
I'm not really sure who I'd recommend the SS for. I guess someone who really wants a v8 pony car or corvette and absolutely has to have a back seat.
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The v6 has no major issues. Acurazine was by far the most helpful site when I had my TL.
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I'm no fan of Lexus and its looks but "destroy"? There is more to a car than straight line speed as can be seen in the test results below. And we all know C&D hugs BMW's nuts tight.
C'mon man - http://www.caranddriver.com/compari...s-36-2014-lexus-is350-f-sport-comparison-test
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BMW apparently has been softening their cars in recent years. It's kinda shocking to not see them win every test anymore from performance rags.
Typical internet thread. People are not responding to the OP but rather their own biases and preferences. They are more interested in getting their own opinions in rather than helping.
NewYorksFinest: You did the right thing in going out and testing things yourself. You will find the answer to your own question yourself. Try something out yourself and save yourself the confusion.
NewYorksFinest: You did the right thing in going out and testing things yourself. You will find the answer to your own question yourself. Try something out yourself and save yourself the confusion.
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SpatiallyAware
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SpatiallyAware
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In typical GM fashion, they get SO MUCH right with the car and then skimp on blatantly obvious details.
Personally, I can't stand the black plastic all over the car. The front is the worst. It looks so cheap, like something you'd buy from toys-r-us.
I just don't understand how design-wise they can actually take a step back from the G8 GT.
I get it, mid size 4 door with big stonkin v8, I truly understand what they're marketing for. But I REALLY wish they had spent an extra hour finalizing the styling details.
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He came on here for opinions. He got what he wanted...a generic car thread. FWIW, I made my issues with Acura known, and others told him to wait for a TLX. All good advice.
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Well that's American cars in a nutshell. They often get the broad stokes right, but seem to stop at 90% completion. I feel like the bean counters get to them or something. Or maybe they get focus grouped into bland pudding.
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I disagree, I feel most current brands get the details just fine. Tesla's are great. So is ford. If ford made a good 4 door RWD muscle car I'd take a seriously look at it. But they are smartly playing it safe right now, churning out cookie cutter vehicles.
Chrysler is the kia of american cars. Good value, cheap for the masses. They fit their niche.
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