my folks are looking for a euro wagon or suv. they've looked at the volvo xc70 (dad has an s60R), vw toureag and a few others. i mentioned the a4 avant which seemed like an interesting idea. i'd like to send them this thread, with hopefully some good pics to entice them a bit.

question though, is the rear hatch low enough two good size dogs could jump into it?

Thanks guys

<a href="http://mattchow.smugmug.com/Cars/164654">my smugmug site</a>

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<a href="http://www.arcticavant.com">www.arcticavant.com</a>

Depending how big the dogs are, it shouldn't be a problem... if anything it's easier (I think) since its lower than an SUV. I've have two dogs (45lb mix and 60-70lb golden without a problem)

good size medium dogs.

Good looking car man. very clean

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I still have that sweet desktop photo you posted the VWVortex ~2 years ago (rear end stationary shot against fast moving traffic at night).

The S-line package basically adds 18" wheels, sport suspension, onyx and brushed interior, different front and rear bumpers, as well as some other minor aesthetic changes.

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as far as the dog question, I have a 60lb Lab/Chow and she can jump right in. The back is not huge, though. I would suggest getting the rear bumper cover from ABT to avoid scatches.

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stasis?

thanks for the heads up on the bumper cover. i think thats a great idea. i told my dad to make a 2' x 2' box for them to step on, then jump into the back.

thanks for the pics!

what does the s-line end up costing? i know i can go to audi usa, and the prices will vary on the dealership, but was curious what the avg price is

Thanks

More info on prices and packages:<ul><li><a href="http://www.edmunds.com/new/2006/audi/a4/100549251/options.html?tid=edmunds.n.prices.pricebox..1.Audi *&amp;action=1&amp;x=141&amp;y=8">Linky</a></li></ul>

got a killer deal on the avant, and $24k trade in for the touareg with 53k miles on it.

Your dolphin grey looks good. When I bought mine, there were only red, black, quartz grey, and silver metallic S-line cars. If I could have, my 2 main choices would've been either ocean blue or dolphin grey but those weren't available on the 06 models for another at least a couple of months.

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