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  @ivancliff2514Күн бұрын

  This is a nice car but why is your matte finished leather interior shiny? Has someone been using Armor All?

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  @savagepandaprojectsКүн бұрын

  No idea it's been years since I've had this car lol

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  @ivancliff2514Күн бұрын

  @@savagepandaprojects Yeah man. Invest in a good matte leather conditioner. It shouldn’t be that shiny. That being said to each their own and if you like the glossy leather it’s your whip and your choice! Just from factory the leather is muted. At least that’s been the case in my B8 and my B9.5 S4s I’ve owned. Again, beautiful car regardless that shine just threw me a curve ball.

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  @JohnSmith-er3ei6 күн бұрын

  Definitely not with it. Get the 3.0T in the S4, SQ5 and S5… all of these upgrades including Downpipe are extremely easy to perform since it’s a mono turbo hot center V. On top of it all, the DSG trans will not be as reliable as the 8-Speed ZF.

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  @JT019916 күн бұрын

  Spark plugs every 10k sounds insane to me

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  @savagepandaprojects6 күн бұрын

  Recommended for stage 2-3 + cars but not necessarily required

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  @Suikakuji7 күн бұрын

  Is 145k a concern for the 4.0t? Looking at a '16 for 16k seems clean but mileage and repair costs for audi are a bit daunting. Just fits my price range for a toy

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  @savagepandaprojects6 күн бұрын

  I mean it's likely gonna need 10k+ in repairs at that mileage. Even then wouldn't surprise me if you're gonna be dealing with oil consumption issues as well. I'd pass on that myself

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  @slymmfitzyc7 күн бұрын

  Wasn't expensive for me and I've owned the C7.5 S6 for about 2 years. I use plugs and coils from FCP and swap them yearly. Using the stage 1 IE tune with E85 and power is perfect. No need for downpipe or RS turbos

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  @diegoolivares14311 күн бұрын

  Debating on getting a 2023 Arteon SEL R-line. Should I go for it?

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  @savagepandaprojects11 күн бұрын

  Sounds fun! I believe there have since been some performance updates vis APR

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  @emcee201713 күн бұрын

  Really good looking car

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  @pablosouth896013 күн бұрын

  My 2014 lexus Gs has over 150k miles, haven't changed the spark plugs since I bought it new n car runs like new 😎

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  @cameron-kroeker14 күн бұрын

  Keep it!

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  @savagepandaprojects14 күн бұрын

  I am 🙂

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  @jorges.delemos474116 күн бұрын

  A3 2.0t Quattro 2015

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  @GustavoViana-gh1wu16 күн бұрын

  will this fit my audi s3 2023?

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  @kamilszulc535218 күн бұрын

  The limitation as to modifications comes from the fact that the stronic is a dual-clutch transmission and so far no one has decoded the code to code the transmission and it cannot be programmed and the transmission itself has the potential in series up to 700 NM max. And the drop in price is the only idea I can think of that Audi wanted to go to compete with the competition and they changed the price to be lower than the competition followed by quality ( although the performance inside is good ) But it gives the impression of being very plastic at some points compared to its predecessors I own a 2019 A7 C8 55 tfsi

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  @savagepandaprojects18 күн бұрын

  Yeah would be nice to see a TCU tune for these cars but probably not something they are putting any focus into. Would be nice though!

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  @matthieum662019 күн бұрын

  I'm what you described at 6:40 - I'm looking at 2014 Audi S6/56k Miles, priced for about $28K, I looked up the VIN to see if the recall for the oil screen was fixed, nothing came up, I'm a bit confused when it comes to that, what percentage of Audi's had the problematic oil screen? If I call any Audi service dept, will they be able to see how the Audi was built (built using a different oil screen)/ to see if it has a recall that was addressed/ to see that it had an open recall and if it does would I pay anything out of pocket to have the oil screen recall serviced? I called the Used dealer in Maryland (where I live) I'm buying it from, I wanted to test drive it, but they said it's under MSI (MD state inspection) which makes me feel more at ease as MSI is a fairly strict inspection also so that I don't have to pay for the inspection or repairs myself I were to buy out of state. Carfax history is honestly phenomenal compared to other Audis, 2 Owner, and both of them serviced them early and frequently How much am I looking to spend maintaining the vehicle every year? and my biggest concern is the oil screen. Thanks

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  @savagepandaprojects19 күн бұрын

  So with that case you want to get as much detail on service records as possible. From what I have seen ALL Audi 4.0T models (A8/S8, S6/S7/RS7) 2012-2018 are affected by the oil screen issue. Also keep in mind, even if service records show the oil screen TSB was performed and a "revised screen" was installed, its still inherently a terrible design having that oil screen as a potential restriction. Don't let the oil screen concern alone scare you away from these cars, but just please be mindful of it. Most people once they get their hands on these cars they are focusing on upgrades and/or reliability and in order to support that you're replacing turbos along with removing the oil screen altogether. My old 2013 S6 had 69K on the stock turbos when I got it (clean one owner car, never previously modified) When we did the overhaul at the shop, the stock turbos we're nearly siezed up. I always say You must budget for replacing all of those related components. Often times I hear people say dealers won't replace worn stock turbos during the oil screen recall if the shaft play isnt bad enough. So like I said in the video, you NEED to have some funds set aside if you plan on getting one of these cars. Hope that helps!

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  @kingkarl704619 күн бұрын

  EXCELLENT advice... thank you

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  @savagepandaprojects19 күн бұрын

  Glad it was helpful 🙂

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  @sirwilliam072219 күн бұрын

  I have M dct and zf8, M DCT is WAYYYY better than ZF8.... Driving them back to back and you'll know.

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  @savagepandaprojects19 күн бұрын

  I actually prefer the DCT. Now that I'm used to the DSG in my RS3 it feels the best in terms of snappiness

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  @miket.852820 күн бұрын

  The thumbnail says it all. 😂😂 The best new gen Audi to buy looks like the SQ7. They’re big and heave but they make a ton of power with simple mods.

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  @savagepandaprojects20 күн бұрын

  😂😂 yes those are amazing! Would love to get one if I was in need of a larger SUV

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  @dgetierekt481820 күн бұрын

  hey im looking for an rs3 myself, do have a question though maybe you know. is there a massive difference between the 2016 version vs 2018? i know the 2016 one has 367hp, and the 2018 has 400hp. but are there major downside's too either of em?

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  @savagepandaprojects20 күн бұрын

  Not sure about that since the we only had the 2017+ year models here in the US

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  @ksptm421 күн бұрын

  Audi depreciation is real, I bought a Q5 in July 2022 and already had about £6500 negative equity. The upshot is that I managed to strike a deal with my local Audi marshal dealership for a A6 with 11 miles on the clock, black edition for £39k… technically a 2nd hand as it was a showroom model. All bells and whistles as it were… pity about the rear seat cupholders but will mod them in later.

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  @nikitakrotenko602722 күн бұрын

  Great vid as usual! Being “minimalist as a car enthusiast” is very relatable XD

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  @savagepandaprojects22 күн бұрын

  Absolutely the way to go! 🙂

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  @Anthony-sy9dt22 күн бұрын

  I want another!

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  @savagepandaprojects22 күн бұрын

  You need one man! Go for the C8

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  @Cr1spo422 күн бұрын

  Have you done intake with 4’ turbo inlet pipe? The inlet apparently gives good gains

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  @savagepandaprojects22 күн бұрын

  Not yet but I do plan for some more basic bolt on stuff eventually

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  @DrewH-zv9iz23 күн бұрын

  I got a 135i dct. Shifts are “analog”feeling. That’s not to say they’re not fast. They are still relatively fast. And in sport mode give a little punch that feels like positive engagement during aggressive acceleration

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  @DrewH-zv9iz23 күн бұрын

  I have yet to try xhp on the dct…that’s coming soon

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  @MortalWombat2225 күн бұрын

  You gotta boost the audio up for your next video.

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  @savagepandaprojects24 күн бұрын

  I lost the mix adapter in used to use for this gopro lol

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  @miggy_moto238325 күн бұрын

  Is this shop in Jersey?

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  @savagepandaprojects25 күн бұрын

  No, lol charlotte NC

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  @miggy_moto238325 күн бұрын

  @@savagepandaprojects Lol 👍🏻

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  @savagepandaprojects25 күн бұрын

  @@miggy_moto2383 tech in the video is from Jersey though! Haha

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  @SunnyDaysASMR27 күн бұрын

  My boyfriend has an arteon and in less than 3 years of owning this vehicle, we have popped 4 tires and recently, when going to fill our vehicle, the gas cap wouldn't unlock. Googling it shows it's a "known issue". We will have to pay to get it fixed. We also have to go to VW because they are the only ones who can "unlock" it apparently. Over $1,000 in tires so far, driving less than 20K a year. NEVER will we ever buy a car like this again. We have popped these tires from small potholes in busy roads so it is not a user error here. Way too low profile. Never again.

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  @savagepandaprojects25 күн бұрын

  oh no! so sorry to hear that! Sounds like a nightmare! :(

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  @user-kg7fb2dx7b28 күн бұрын

  Actually, got an Arteon R Shooting Brake WITH a 7 speed dual clutch, so amazing 🏁

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  @savagepandaprojects25 күн бұрын

  Wish we had those here in the states :) sounds amazing!

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  @ImJusSha29 күн бұрын

  It’s just a different tone it’s which one you prefer

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  @Mattvarville29 күн бұрын

  I was told the heads and s3 have forged pistons and rods

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  @savagepandaprojects19 күн бұрын

  The rods most likely yes (for most of these similar models) however I don't believe the pistons are forged. There was a great technical diagram on the Audi 4.0TT motors from the C7+ S6/S7/RS7 that was published a few years ago. I know those engines didn't get forged pistons so doubt they would be forged on any of the 2.0T variants

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  @adgechen1092Ай бұрын

  Did you wrap your downpipe?

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  No need

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  @03blkssАй бұрын

  I feel just like you man. My car was Stock and I put the unitronic stage1 tune and i couldn't really feel a difference.. as a matter of fact I feel it slower! Very odd

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  It's still plenty quick for a boring guy like myself lol but I was expecting a little more.

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  @03blkssАй бұрын

  @savagepandaprojects exactly. I was expecting more as well. I'm looking into getting a downpipe now and the uniflex software to run e85 and stage1+ ethanol. I should be happy with that.. I'm hoping!

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  @steve_the_designerАй бұрын

  Got my ‘21 TT RS for more than the motor. It’s a beauty and unique icon that’ll age well. Collector. Can’t say that for BMWs, sorry.

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  Well said :) Sounds like a fun car indeed

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  @rayshawnnarine29Ай бұрын

  i’m planning on getting a 2016-2019 a6 but my options for tuning is rly just APR and IE ecu tune

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  very limited on aftermarket support. I think the 7 speed DSG was a huge misstep on Audi's part. They should have just updated the 8 speed used on so many other models.

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  @silviuflorescu6838Ай бұрын

  I know it's an old video , but do you remember what was the option with "reduced noise" about? Was that meaning the haldex pump is off? I want to buy a proper haldex controller from VDVeer, mainly to be able for powering off the pump on highways (less wear and fuel consumption). But that module is so expensive, almost 1k euro. If I could do it with a regular cheap OBD2 hardware and software, would be great. I have a gen4 haldex, so I am not sure if that option in OBD11 or Carista..?

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  @Unknowntoon0Ай бұрын

  Hey! Just picked up an Audi a3 2020 S. Sport mode is nearly unbearable with the downshifts nearly jerking me out of my seat. Is this normal or should I take it in the shop? It sounds like the tune could help with this?

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  Very normal for dual clutch gearboxes to be clunky and jerky especially in traffic. Normally its a quick jolt in the seat under hard acceleration when upshifting.

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  @AUDIS477Ай бұрын

  Some of them just are really jealous of you in this industry, it’s crazy

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  I definitely have faced some of the most combative, hateful, toxic people in the automotive industry. I have been out over a year now and I couldn't be happier. Still rippin' in the RS3, let the broke boi flat rate techs keep hatin while they throw away money on brews and vape lol

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  @sheluvs_romi6481Ай бұрын

  Is this chat responsive

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  @SoulSlayeroАй бұрын

  Tuner brand ?

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  Unitronic stage 1+

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  @aarondennis4561Ай бұрын

  I’m wondering if the issues with the 48v starter motor/generator failing and completely immobilizing the cars is causing the prices to drop. Audi finally released a recall for it though.

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  I could definitely see that as well

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  @winrebootАй бұрын

  Do you have a link to the recall? Was just at a dealer for service but they didn't find any recalls on it when I asked.

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  @moisetabon3126Ай бұрын

  I just brought a 2023 arteon. Is there anything I can do to change my situation?

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  I believe APR now has a tune for the 2022+ EVO 4 models :)

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  @JacobkushnirАй бұрын

  S58 sounds like a trombone… b58 W!!!

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  @diditiu3988Ай бұрын

  DCT is still snappier

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  I agree, the DSG in my RS3 still feels the best out of all these cars

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  @thatyoungdrama6365Ай бұрын

  Once I saw the shades at 0:51 I knew it was game over

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  hahahaha

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  @aronstuckey5499Ай бұрын

  Seems like no one love the s8. I'm looking to get something nice comfortable and fast. Came across the s8 on car guru and 2013-2015 with 50-100k miles only like 25k. For 520 hp? I just take this to a tuner and try to bullet proof it? Sounds like it can't get more perfect.

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  S8 is a gem, if you find a clean one, go for it. Very capable cars.

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  @aronstuckey5499Ай бұрын

  @@savagepandaprojects how capable? Stock they are just what I want from a car. Fast, and luxurious. I LOVE luxury. I've heard they can be pretty unreliable, how would I obtain one and keep it out of the shop? How could I beat on it stock and it not break?

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  @michaelwalden3655Ай бұрын

  How does it affect fuel economy when driving normally round town please? Does it change eco mode? I can get 40mpg from my 540i Xdrive if i try - 25 driving normally. No mods yet.

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  No major fuel economy issues with normal driving. Can still go economy when you want.

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  @saxplayingcompnerdАй бұрын

  How well does the DCT handle big turbos? What part goes first?

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  At this power level it's not an issue. These oem rs7 turbos still pretty small.

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  @user-te8id4vm6rАй бұрын

  What felt faster this or the a3 or do they feel simolar

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  This was a few years ago but if memory serves me correctly the N55 on the BMW was feeling quicker than the A3

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  @alltheboost8012 ай бұрын

  The Arteon has always been unique, spacious and luxurious. But it wasn’t very quick, however with the changes made for 2022 it got MUCH faster! Essentially a MK8 R. Tuning numbers are amazing too.

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  @zach57872 ай бұрын

  Awesome stuff man. I have a 2016 s7 stage 1 APR and I didn’t change the oil screen. Put 30k miles on the car but haven’t driven it too hard. Am I screwed lol?

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  @savagepandaprojectsАй бұрын

  Not necessarily. I mean the OEM turbos do have a high failure rate so I wouldn't beat yourself up over it lol Just like I tell everyone else be mindful that replacement is just part of owning these cars. It's really a straightforward process. This also creates an opening to upgrade as well :)

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  @godulas78132 ай бұрын

  I bought a 2019 A6 C8 in october of 23. Stock until recently. Stage 1 93 ECU tune from APR for about 2 months now. Car runs great for me. Has some oomph for a luxury sedan. Only thing I’m disappointed in is the lack of aftermarket support for the car. I feel like I can’t even find headlights for the car.

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  @savagepandaprojects2 ай бұрын

  That's good to hear. I really like the newer 3.0T nowadays. Just wished they had used the ZF8 on the current model A6/A7 instead of the DSG.

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  @PacMan7902 ай бұрын

  I sprung for a new MK8 R at MSRP. Super happy about my decision! I didn’t feel comfortable spending the same amount of money on an RS3 with 50k miles knowing how they are driven. Also I don’t think I could afford to fix an RS3 if it were to break outside of warranty. 😬

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  @savagepandaprojects2 ай бұрын

  Nothing wrong with that 😀