Skinner Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 Correct. Since VW group owns Lamborghini, the R8 is just a sexier Gallardo (is that even possible?) The prevailing opinion in the industry is that Audi will wait 1 or 2 years and come out with an "S" model using the Lambo V10. thats what I though poor mans lambo . Not thats a bad thing just wonder if they will offer it as a sypder? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 That off color behing the doors is only the only thing that bothers me, but if it showed up in my driveway I wouldnt complain That 'off color' is clear coated carbon fiber. You can get it in differnet accent colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 C6 Z06 faster, more power and looks better IMO Can't argue with logic like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 Off topic, but I was just out for a run and saw an Audi A5. Looks pretty sweet with the LED headlamps that resemble the A8. A+. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 Off topic, but I was just out for a run and saw an Audi A5. Looks pretty sweet with the LED headlamps that resemble the A8. A+. Seen the new B8 A4 ??? Took most of the styling cue's from the A5, yet a 4 door. Simply gorgeous, especialy as I am not usually an A4 fan. 1/2 way through the model year they are supposed to bring the 3.0t TDI to the states. If they do come through with this diesel, i'm SOLD! 250hp 369TQ 6 Spd Manual Approx. 35-40mpg freeway http://www.audiworld.com/news/07/b8-a4-first-look/header.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 Yeah, the diesel sounds nice. I haven't seen a new A4 in person yet but I've seen this black A5 twice now (once driving the opposite way and today it was sitting in traffic as I jogged by) and it looks extremely pimp to me. I'll stick to GM for now though...the new CTS in coupe form will be hard to resist (hopefully they bring the diesel over here too)...or maybe a G8. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linn1647545492 Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 It amazing, just to slow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got-Boost? Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 They should have released it with the V10 or bigger engine from the beginning. Why they release the baby motor first and then come out with a faster one later isn't smart IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coty061885 Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 They should have released it with the V10 or bigger engine from the beginning. Why they release the baby motor first and then come out with a faster one later isn't smart IMO. Haven't auto makers been using this tactic for decades? I mean look at the new M3, they made people wait forever before they started selling it after the new 3-series came out. It usually increases the number of people on thier waiting lists. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 Besides, one of the bigger reasons is to not Out-Class the Lambo. Once the next gen Lambo has 600+ they will be content putting the 5xxhp one in the R8. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bahnstoermer1647545488 Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 Yeah, that's the formula... BMW, Porsche, hell damn near everyone does it. Slowly milk the whole demand curve. Sell the shitty one first (Z3/4, Boxster, Caymen, new or old 3 Series, doesn't matter...), then make a mid power model with a 6 cylinder, then release the hot rod. At each new release, a new group of buyers will "cave" and buy that one, impatient for the real one. Then when the real one comes, people will buy that one too. Then refresh the model / body style, repeat! The domestic version is to release a "Limited Edition" or special model. Those blue and white "Grand Sport" vettes for example, or the '03/4 Cobra... all about milking the $$$ and having a steady revenue each year... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cougar1647545494 Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 that is one of the sexiest rear ends this side of Vida... Amen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 This looks hot but not as sexy as the Gallardo. Italian FTW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTurbo Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 Saw this at the American LeMans race in Tooele Utah. http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w239/D94R/IMGP0695.jpg Sitting not too far from this. http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w239/D94R/IMGP0690.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted September 14, 2007 Report Share Posted September 14, 2007 God, I <3 VAG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spoolin_s14 Posted September 15, 2007 Report Share Posted September 15, 2007 that carbon stripe kills it for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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