New Audi S8, Should I?

[Dubai]

JW.... You guys know more than me when it comes to cars, I check the review and your comments, my Atom and Gallardo desissions were based on JW. So i hope you will have your input here.comments will help.

I'm currently shopping for a car, and with some research and web browsing, I've tested the following cars.


BMW M5 - Not Tested> I like the power, but not the prestige! I'm going to have a baby soon. They say that it is so power, up shift will snap your neck!. So NO NO!

BMW-740iL (I think) > It is new, but with an old flavor! It is like your grandfather, you can not hate him, but you like to be around him. Makes you feel good!
The bad news, it will change soon, and with that kind of money, soon it will lose it's value.

Merc S500L> Car of the year, every one is talking about it. All of the cars that I drove were with me for at least 24hrs. With the S. only 3hr's, I knew all about it. Enough said!

Maserati - Quattroporte GT - Not tested>This was a dream car for me couple of years ago, I never though of it as an option, with the business going good. I can have a four door Ferrari in my garage. But I was SHOCKED with the interior finishing!! Too much leather, and what's up with the parking sensors! they are cantilevering from the bumpers. I was disappointed, I wish I never saw the car up close.

Audi - A8L- 4.2l> It was one of the most architectural cars, it looks much better with the new face lift, and with these huge wheels, it is blingy some how. Now, as soon I drove it, I felt home. Everything was perfectly fit. With my new business life, the phone car was working for the first time. I got the SL, and S class, both will dry your mouth... you have to shout!

So, I came to a conclusion, I want a bit of A8 + M5 + S500 AMG looks. And it came to my attention, S8. Should I get it?

[r2r]

I'm not into luxury cars, but Audi’s luxury cars are very nice.

And this vid might help you decide, since you are looking for multiple cars in one :P

http://www.mojoflix.com/Video/Cool-Audi-Ad.html

[jorge]

If i was in your place and had the oportuniy, between these cars.... Quattroporte, very very fast and beautiful as nothing, without a single doubt!!!! :love:

[Bartek]

For me, there can be only one winner - Quattroporte

[ARMAN]

I'd think between Quattroporte and S8. About Quattroporte i am not sure about the quality i mean long distance quality if it can survive alot so it needs to make a research between people who have/had it on the forums for example. New F1 shifting was improved so it should be pleasent to drive :) The sound of Ferrari engine is incredible :twisted:
Quality will not be an issue in S8 imo 8) A bit boring design thou :?

[Dubai]

I'm not into luxury cars, but Audi’s luxury cars are very nice.

And this vid might help you decide, since you are looking for multiple cars in one :P

http://www.mojoflix.com/Video/Cool-Audi-Ad.html

Man!!! Our service sucks! It is Blocked.... Does it contain Porn!

Thanks for your help... I'm actually trying to get some video reviews about S8 in eng... I found one in German, and slalom behind a warehouse testing........



I know I know, it makes sense to get the Quattro, I jaws just dropped when I saw it for the first time, I mean with those nice hip rear doors, and the elegent truck with White quattro leather bags.. YAAAWW! It is amazing,, but seriously, have you seen the leather work, comparing it to the german work! it is cheap..... over used and abused!


... :!: :?: :!: :?:

[Dubai]

.... Quality will not be an issue in S8 imo 8) A bit boring design thou :?


Exactly, well! actually I would not call it boring, but I think you mean safe design. I'm sure after few years it will still look OK!

Currently, I'm driving an SL500 MY03, now I had it for 3yr7m21d, and with it's interior design, it is way futuristic. But on the other hand the new 5/6 series, those are way to fugly! it looks old even today! M5 could had won if it had it's old layout! I loved my 540i, back in the days of 1999... aaaaah!

anyway, keep those comments coming..... good or bad ;)

[ARMAN]

I ment anout S8 that its just a huge cow with 20'' wheels(probably) 8) upper class cars are getting bigger and bigger every year :|
S8 is surely a blast to drive :P Rationally S8 wins :P

You can order different kinds of leather to Quattroporte, right? I mean if you tell them to make it top quality and maybe pay a bit for taking care of leather and so you can get what you want.

[bmagni]

I'd take the QP, I don't get the "too much leather finishing" thing, for instance theres a lot of options of finishing, even with CF it looks nice ;)

IMO the S8 is "too common" while the QP is more rare. Less people think about it as its out of the more commercial brands everyone knows.

[Dubai]

QT... I will give it one more chance... I will pass by the showroom again, and I will tell you my feedback.
thanks

[Erez]

0X go for the S8 8)

[paradizzy]

0X go for the S8 8)
I think the same. Old S8 was one of the best 4 door saloons and I thin new one is even better. It has a Lamborghini engine, think about that:wink:

[yg60m]

I think it can't be a bad choice :wink: You could also think to a Mercedes S63 when it will arrive ...

[Erez]

I think it can't be a bad choice :wink: You could also think to a Mercedes S63 when it will arrive ...
only thing is.. the merc looks like shit.. :puke:
and the audi looks good 8) :wink:

[MartijnGizmo]

What more has to be said?

http://www.icarrtel.net/autobahn/images/005__scaled_600_015.jpg

[Skaala]

JW.... You guys know more than me when it comes to cars, I check the review and your comments, my Atom and Gallardo desissions were based on JW. So i hope you will have your input here.comments will help.

I'm currently shopping for a car, and with some research and web browsing, I've tested the following cars.


BMW M5 - Not Tested> I like the power, but not the prestige! I'm going to have a baby soon. They say that it is so power, up shift will snap your neck!. So NO NO!

BMW-740iL (I think) > It is new, but with an old flavor! It is like your grandfather, you can not hate him, but you like to be around him. Makes you feel good!
The bad news, it will change soon, and with that kind of money, soon it will lose it's value.

Merc S500L> Car of the year, every one is talking about it. All of the cars that I drove were with me for at least 24hrs. With the S. only 3hr's, I knew all about it. Enough said!

Maserati - Quattroporte GT - Not tested>This was a dream car for me couple of years ago, I never though of it as an option, with the business going good. I can have a four door Ferrari in my garage. But I was SHOCKED with the interior finishing!! Too much leather, and what's up with the parking sensors! they are cantilevering from the bumpers. I was disappointed, I wish I never saw the car up close.

Audi - A8L- 4.2l> It was one of the most architectural cars, it looks much better with the new face lift, and with these huge wheels, it is blingy some how. Now, as soon I drove it, I felt home. Everything was perfectly fit. With my new business life, the phone car was working for the first time. I got the SL, and S class, both will dry your mouth... you have to shout!

So, I came to a conclusion, I want a bit of A8 + M5 + S500 AMG looks. And it came to my attention, S8. Should I get it?

I can only tell you that the A8 4.2 is one of the best cars in the world, and I have driven mine 80k km in the past one and a half years.. I myself have been looking at the S8, but the price in Norway at the moment doesn't justify it. I currently costs about 100k euros in Germany, and in norway 240k euros. In a couple of years when the prices drop, I'll get one.


GET THE S8!!! with carbon ceramic brakes and Bang & Olufsen stero system!

try it now: http://content2.mojoflix.com/0/2800/video_2800_Cool-Audi-Ad.wmv

[Dubai]

Skaala> Of course, ceramic breaks and B&O.... check out 5thgear review, the last one. they said the best sound sys in car is B&O, and Man! What a design... I will be like a kid, playing with those up/down tweeters.. hehehe!

I got a quotation for standard S8

* Adaptive air suspension (Sport)
* Audi parking system plus .... ????? What is this? Anyone knows..
* Adaptive light with LED-light
* Navigation sys with DVD
* CD changer
* Bang & Olufsen Sound sys
* One-touch memory
* Sun roll-up, electric in the rear
* Light package
* Lumber support Front/Rear
* Sport seats with memory
* Heated seats Front/Rear
* Leather Valcona, in Bi-Color Optic
* Alcantara Package
* Leather variant +
* Extra Aluminum-Optic
* Laminated windshield
* Metallic paint
* Voice control
* Blue tooth car phone in front armrest
* 4-zone climate control
* Folding exterior mirrors with memory
* Multi-function steering wheel, 3 spoke with shit paddles
* Centre armrest, front
* Load-through provision
* Luggage compartment package
* Child seat system ISOFIX
* Passenger airbag deactivation
* Wheel lock bolts
* Solar sunroof, electric
* Double spoke design 20"-S-Design
* Servo Doors

In Addition, I've added /changed the following options
+ Big Ceramic Breaks
/ Normal car phone (I hate it bluetooth)

it came 462,000 UAE Dirhams, which is 99,032.43EUR.. Humm. which is the same in Germany! I though we don't have VAT!

Anyway, why do you have to pay another 140K ???? Get one here, and I will take care of it.. lol ;)

[Skaala]

^^That's a good deal Dubai, and I would imagine you would be extremely satisfied. I saw the 5th gear episode, and if Jon thinks it's much better than the standard BOSE Surround (which I have, and it is GOOD) it must be fantastic.

The Audi parking system includes parkinng sensors front and back, and an brilliant reverse camera with guidelines in the pavement on the screen. I tested this on the Q7 and it was a bit unnatural, but when you force yourself to trust it, it'sw brilliant!
The reason for the high price in Norway are insane taxes. The A8 cost me €50k in Germany, and I had to pay almost €95k in taxes to import it. The governent is a real non-car loving bunch of bastards. An example: Beacuse it's unnormal to measure displacement on wankel engines, they've added a €12000 extra tax on new cars with wankel engines. (they would otherwise loose displacement tax because the wankel has a high hp/dispacement ratio)


the €100k is the base price in Germany I think. Hardly any extras, and about €8-9k for the brakes I think and €5k for the B&O.

[Dubai]

Man! I'm sorry to hear that... that's around 200% Tax..... shiiiiiiiiiiiiih

Wow! That parking thing is amazing, I tried it on the S500, it also had the parking camera, + parallel help guide lines... coooool

I can not open >> http://content2.mojoflix.com/0/2800/video_2800_Cool-Audi-Ad.wmv

do you see it in youtube.com

[ldin]

read mah sig!

[nickthaskater]

Quattroporte Sport GT is just what the doctor ordered.

[Dubai]

This, is why I drive a Audi. The cars and the culture appeal to my sensibilities and it feels good to own these cars. Audis are teutonic but not strident, stylish but not ostentatious. You know you're hooked when you glance back at your car after walking away, to admire its timeless and unpretentious elegance, and to relish the great drive you just had in it...and dont you just wish,WISH you could say that....

^^^^^^^

;) Man, that is something.. i got two days to think...

[ldin]

hey man, its up to you..but me personally...i will never drive anything else but audi. dont forget, YOU will be driving the car, not me, him, or her. YOU!. trust me...

p.s: its better to lead than follow. :D

[martin100]

You should definitely go for the S8, as everything i heard about it was great. The engine is fantastic according to many car mag and tv show reviews, and the reliability/quality of Audi cars doesn´t need to be mentioned here. If you want the best quality this price class has to offer go for the Audi :wink:

[Apac102]

I remember when fifth gear did a test on the QP, they really enjoyed the styling of the car, (and who wouldn't that thing is beautiful), but they complained immensly about the shifting. Very jerky is what they said. You should test drive the QP before you make any decisions....honestly, test driving a car before any buy is a given.

BUT! (becasue there always is) how can you go wrong with an Audi? lol. especially and S8. Have you seen the new pics of the S8? it has a simple gorgeous design that still says "Don't fuck with me" as well as "saddle up the family, were going on a road trip" appeal.

The price rang between the QP and the S8 is quite a bit too, so that might help you judge your opinion as well. Just think of the mods you could get if you got the S8 instead of the QP. How about a Carbon Fiber hood! Or bigger downpipes! Or a great babysit.

But yeah....its not my call.

Why not the M5 again? :cry:

[nickthaskater]

Yea the standard Quattroporte suffered with shifting problems, but the Sport GT has completely fixed that.

[Apac102]

But can you trust there fix? Who knows if the problem will come again!

I mean, audi never had problem with their shifting. :wink:

(im just shitting ya nickthaskater)

[Evo]

I am amazed that Brembo is not all over this post.. Where is that guy anyway have not seen him post in a while.

Get S8... Sounds better outside and inside... :mrgreen:
Now.. Can I take it for a drive when you get it.. :roll: :mrgreen:

[Dubai]

Guys... here is the Update:

Latest votes:

S63 AMG - 1
QT GT - 4
AUDI S8 - 11

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That's good news, I feel S8 is the best choice, For weekends, I drive the Gallardo, and I really hate it's E-Gear. It's STUPID

As much as I love the QT GT; it's elegence, rare, & looks very rich. I can not live with it for 3/4yrs.
It's enough that I ride my E-Bitch (Gallardo) from time to time..

And, with the same V10 5.2, (But less POWER), I will really appreciate the new tip-tronic gear in the Audi.

Wow! S8

I will update you guys later.. thanks to all for your help.

[ARMAN]

Quattroporte have fixed gearbox, see latest Tiff's review he was very happy with it 8) :lol: But I think you have decided already :mrgreen:

[TopGearNL]

/\/\ saw that, and am stunned together with the TG review of it and that bit of it in JC's Heaven and Hell vid, very cool car. And oh yeah Bono from U2 has one 8)

I like the Audi S8, but a guy I know from work works at an Audi dealer and says the costs for maintenance and so one are through the roof :shock:

[nickthaskater]

Quattroporte has 10x the soul any Audi could hope to have. A saloon with a Ferrari V8 singing underhood, born and raised in Italy, it doesn't get better than that.

[JoeHahn]

Quattroporte has 10x the soul any Audi could hope to have. A saloon with a Ferrari V8 singing underhood, born and raised in Italy, it doesn't get better than that.

I think it does - a German powerhouse, fitted with a Lamborghini V10. The Ferrari just got beat.

Notch up another vote for the S8 - sexiest looking sedan since the original! :wink:

[nickthaskater]

Pssh, a pillaged Italian engine in a German car, blasphemy.

[ldin]

i believe if you get a s8 you have service for life.

[TopGearNL]

i believe if you get a s8 you have service for life.

Guy from Audi doesn't say so, and he really knows what he talking about...

[Dubai]

AAaaaah!

Now Stop it... Enough is ENouGH!

lol

[Skaala]

i believe if you get a s8 you have service for life.

Guy from Audi doesn't say so, and he really knows what he talking about...

Except for one dealer, I have oinly had great experiences with Audi dealers. When you say you have an A8, they move you next in the cue,always. When lightbulbs go out, the replace them free of charge with a smile. You also have Audi 24hr service if anything happens. They will come and help you whereever you are, and if needed, tow the car to the nearest Audi dealer. (not that that has ever been needed.)

I would however reccomend you Dubai to buy VAGCOM. Then you can hook up your laptop and erase electrical errors yourself.

[TopGearNL]

In the Autoweek Dealer Test Audi never scores that high, thats only in Holland mind, if you say that what you've experienced Skaala I believe you, but believe me when I say its different in holland, want money for everything most of them :fuck:

[Wutputt]

If you want a big comfy popular luxurious saloon with the latest in electronic gismos, dressed in a more 'in your face' body kit, and with a deep V12 grumble exiting from the exhausts, go for the S 65 AMG.

If you want an exotic 4-door saloon with an Italian flavour, Ferrari heart, you don't see driving on the streets everyday, go for the Quattroporte.

If you want a big elegant luxurious saloon with a decent package of electronic gismos, the heart of a wolf, but dressed in the clothing of a sheep go for the S8.


It's a rather personal choice, something we can't decide for you ;)

[Skaala]

In the Autoweek Dealer Test Audi never scores that high, thats only in Holland mind, if you say that what you've experienced Skaala I believe you, but believe me when I say its different in holland, want money for everything most of them :fuck: There will always be some who doesn't give good service. As I said, there is one dealer in my area that's crap. But then I just use the other. :P

[Dubai]

VAGCOM .. can you refer me to site's! I want to learn more about this.. Sounds vCool..

I want to show off in front of EVo .. (bro_) 0X 8)

[ldin]

rosstech.com i believe. i did my own vag com with a cheap cable from ebay and the older software version. removed seat belt chime, fog lights are on when high beams are on, and the remote open/close windows. well worth the 20bucks spent.

[Skaala]

from RS6.com

New Audi S8 for Keke Rosberg

450 hp for former Formula 1 Champion
Prof Dr Martin Winterkorn hands over one of the first S8 cars
First business trip to Nuremberg’s Norisring

Former Formula 1 Champion Keke Rosberg used the opportunity of the Norisring race to pick up his new car in Ingolstadt. Prof Dr Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of AUDI AG, handed over one the first new Audi S8 cars to the prominent Finn at the Audi Piazza on Friday.

The father of the German Formula 1 shooting star Nico Rosberg and founder of Audi Sport Team Rosberg has been an Audi customer for quite some time. Now he added to his A8 W12 a "brilliant black” S8 with a black leather package that sets a new benchmark in the sporty luxury car class: 450 hp are delivered by the 5.2-litre V10 FSI engine.

In addition to the S8’s ample standard equipment, including 20-inch cast aluminium wheels sporting the S-design and adaptive air suspension, the 1982 Formula 1 Champion opted for the Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System as well as ceramic brakes for which Prof Dr Winterkorn provided Rosberg with expert explanations.

"At Audi ‘S’ stands for sport, and this can be taken quite literally,” said Rosberg after his first business trip in his new "toy” which took him from Ingolstadt to the Norisring. "The S8 combines sportiness and comfort in an extremely impressive way.”

www.audi-motorsport.info/_img/download.php?code=874fc42ab890845b0abacea0c3f2bd46

[Dubai]

skaala, link doesn't work......... :(

[ARMAN]

it was a link to this image
http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/2582/audimotorsport060722230no4.th.jpg (http://img204.imageshack.us/my.php?image=audimotorsport060722230no4.jpg)

I cannot wait to the day to be able to make thise kind of decisions 8)

[davide]

The quattroporte might be a bit of a show off, and the M5 is too sharp an agile when maybe having a kid in the back so it would easily chosen the S8.
And yes I am an Audi fan just as Skaala, got 2 audi in the family (i know pics or stfu) and I just love them.

And the S8 just look soo good! Not too much, but still some character to show that here comes something quite nice, and yes will bite if someone challenge you on the highways :)

[acmarttin]

read mah sig!

I 2nd that. 8)

[martin100]

^ You don´t have a sig you just have a TT as your avatar 8) The signature is the text and/or picture thats below your actual posts.

[acmarttin]

^ You don´t have a sig you just have a TT as your avatar 8) The signature is the text and/or picture thats below your actual posts.

I was just agreeing with his sig. My net language isn't refined yet :P

That TT is mine, and has been verified in the correct forum under the topic "I'm a no-good TT driver"

[Skaala]

since you're about to be a mom, speed probably isn't your biggest concern.

just a reminder.... the Audi got a 450hp 5,2l V10

[Dubai]

I'm very serious about S8, Thanks guys for your input, it was great, and it did help me! Once I have my deposit. i will let you know. 0X

[SilviaEvo]

what about an S55 AMG or and S65 AMG if thats not too out of your budget? there is also the new E63 AMG too for a 4 door sedan. and they also have the E55 AMG Wagon in case you want the extra space just a couple more choices with a bit more grunt.

[Skaala]

I'm very serious about S8, Thanks guys for your input, it was great, and it did help me! Once I have my deposit. i will let you know. 0X

This is great to hear. Be sure to write a review on it :D

[nthfinity]

Audi S8 all the way, IMO....

not that i've driven any of these yet

i might be the only person who finds the Quattroporte ugly...

[dutchmasterflex]

If you drive the M5 fast enough it will shift up smoothly.. ;)

[Dubai]

bla bla bla..... since you're about to be a mom....

WHAAAT!.. I'm a Car Horny Dad! :drool:

lol. hehe! I'm going to have a baby. not labour! No WAY! but my Wife :D DuH!

[Dubai]

.. Expect some new S8 Photos with HUGE Ceramic brakes in Nov ;)

[pzgren]

so you've just placed an order? some more details, color,...?

[Dubai]

Yup!


I got the standard S8 2007 Model + some options

* Adaptive air suspension (Sport)
* Audi parking system plus. Quite Useless<<<
* Adaptive light with LED-light
* Navigation sys with DVD
* CD changer
* Bang & Olufsen Sound sys
* One-touch memory
* Sun roll-up, electric in the rear
* Light package
* Lumber support Front/Rear
* Sport seats with memory
* Heated seats Front/Rear
* Leather Valcona, in Bi-Color Optic
* Alcantara Package
* Leather variant +
* Extra Aluminum-Optic
* Laminated windshield
* Metallic paint
* Voice control
* Blue tooth car phone in front armrest
* 4-zone climate control
* Folding exterior mirrors with memory
* Multi-function steering wheel, 3 spoke with shift paddles
* Centre armrest, front
* Load-through provision
* Luggage compartment package
* Child seat system ISOFIX
* Passenger airbag deactivation
* Wheel lock bolts
* Solar sunroof, electric
* Double spoke design 20"-S-Design
* Servo Doors

In Addition, I've added /changed the following options
+ Big Ceramic Breaks
/ Normal car phone (I hate it bluetooth phones!)


So, I would expect the car in Oct, But I would give them time till November 2006. :D

[yg60m]

Great news Dubai, it's a good choice IMO :wink: What about the colour ?

[Dubai]

it's getting hotter now ;)

[c0wb0y007]

Hi Dubai,


Well well, As you are in the position to get one of audi's finest I would advise you the following thing. Before you let the Germans send it over to Dubai you got to make sure it makes a stop by mTm. They will turn the beast into a monster :P :twisted:

As you probably know, Audi headquarters is situated in Ingolstadt (Germany) quite close to the Swiss border and MTM isn't that far from Inglostadt either :-)

www.mtm-online.de One of audi's finest tuners.


Cheers

[Dubai]

thanks, but no way! it's already a beautiful S8.

[TNT]

still going with the S8?

[Dubai]

TNT < Yup! .. Y? Don't you like it!

[dutchmasterflex]

Nice order ;)

Those items listed are optional? I'd expect most of those to be standard on the S8..

[Dubai]

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As promised
More Images and a car review will be up On Sunday ;)

[gucom]

cool, so you have the car? :D awesome 8) congratz :D

[paradizzy]

and make a video also... please :)

[Mattk]

Looks nice. How about some exterior shots?

[yg60m]

Personnaly I would have first drive it :wink:

[Skaala]

congrats on delivery dubai!


I drove it around Gotland Ring, and the most surprising engine note from the V10 was the deep growl between shifts. :love:

hope you enjoy it as much as you can!

[FoxFour]

Audi! I love the fit and finish on these cars as well.