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Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
04-11-2015, 01:58 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 45,411
Posted By Hilden

New addition

Old member, new car (and sub forum) :) Picked up my Ibis RS5 on Wednesday and very happy so far. A little case of curb rash on the wheels but otherwise itīs in great condition. Seats more comfortable...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
08-23-2012, 02:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,924
Posted By Hilden

Correct, itīs the massage button. Not the...

Correct, itīs the massage button. Not the greatest option but I find the ventilation option that comes with it great.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
08-23-2012, 02:08 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,114
Posted By Hilden

I guess youīre fuxored unless you have some written agreement to refer to

If heīs not happy with the parts you installed you should be allowed to rip them out and reinstall the old stuff so he can go somewhere else and try to get it fixed for free. Now with you being a...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
07-14-2012, 07:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,917
Posted By Hilden

Got it used on ebay UK. scratched up and a ding...

Got it used on ebay UK. scratched up and a ding but nothing the paint shop couldnīt fix. cost me about 400 bucks in total to source and paint it
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
07-14-2012, 07:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,917
Posted By Hilden

In Europe there is a budget version of the...

In Europe there is a budget version of the armrest without separate rests for driver/passenger, no storage compartment and no adjustment. Donīt know why someone would cheap out on a 500 bucks option...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
07-14-2012, 12:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,917
Posted By Hilden

If I was to start all over with my mods again Iīd...

If I was to start all over with my mods again Iīd surely do the 08 tails, AMI, black interior trim, S8 trunklid and comfort armrest.

Would probably skip the leather console and door handles and...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
07-10-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 24,102
Posted By Hilden

Did you notice how the airbag is attached to the...

Did you notice how the airbag is attached to the cover? I was thinking if possible to switch the cover to avoid having to buy a new bag when getting a diff color SW, but not sure if they are molded...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
07-07-2012, 05:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,598
Posted By Hilden

Very rare to find used but check breakers and...

Very rare to find used but check breakers and ebay. I got mine off ebay UK. Note that the last models of the D3 A8 also got the S8 lid, at least in Europe, so donīt limit search only to "S8"
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
07-02-2012, 11:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,527
Posted By Hilden

Focus on solid history and right (for you)...

Focus on solid history and right (for you) options instead of MY. Donīt think a new MY will make much difference either as long as weīre not talking about a new generation. With the D4 being as new...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
06-14-2012, 10:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 958
Posted By Hilden

Yeah itīs pretty awesome. The company I work for...

Yeah itīs pretty awesome. The company I work for are upgrading their paintshop so the paint booths and robots in the clip were done by us. Weīre doing the R8 and Lambo line in August so weīre...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
04-27-2012, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By Hilden

Sounds exactly like something an Audi shop would...

Sounds exactly like something an Audi shop would say. Take it to another place and have them do it. Itīs the same size, even the same design as we W12 one I have, only different painting (S8 is kind...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
04-26-2012, 11:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By Hilden

Yes, direct replacement. Did it myself.

Yes, direct replacement. Did it myself.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
04-22-2012, 10:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,862
Posted By Hilden

I put together a DIY with pics when replacing my...

I put together a DIY with pics when replacing my grill a while back. Look it up here or go to Audipages and youīll find it in the D3 section there. If you still canīt find it email me an Iīll send it...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
04-03-2012, 10:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 20,955
Posted By Hilden

Had to do mine last summer, prob because itīs...

Had to do mine last summer, prob because itīs standing for up to a month sometimes so I guess gaskets etc get dry.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-31-2012, 07:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,867
Posted By Hilden

Sounds like baloney. No difference in fenders,...

Sounds like baloney. No difference in fenders, hood, grill size etc so all the attachment points and brackets should be the same.

If you need a DIY there should be one posted here from my grill...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
02-25-2012, 06:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,097
Posted By Hilden

Not difficult, just a pita. I posted a DIY a long...

Not difficult, just a pita. I posted a DIY a long time ago after installing the extended leather door handles to try search for it. I think itīs uploaded to Audipages as well. If you still canīt find...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-22-2012, 07:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 46,407
Posted By Hilden

As a contrast to your opinion I was utterly...

As a contrast to your opinion I was utterly disappointed by the sound of the S8 after spending some time in a S63 Benz. And the W12 is even more balanced/civilized.

I agree though that it should...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-22-2012, 06:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,439
Posted By Hilden

I think a few of the US members here have the...

I think a few of the US members here have the full package. 1 and 2 you can anyway retrofit with not too much effort/$$$ but if one of those cars also has the dash Iīd take that one.

You can...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-22-2012, 12:49 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,439
Posted By Hilden

I wouldnīt let 2k be a dealbreaker when buying a...

I wouldnīt let 2k be a dealbreaker when buying a car like this but of course the distance is a bit of a hassle.

Do you have different leather packages in the US as well? If so make sure to check...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-21-2012, 09:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,439
Posted By Hilden

3rd if it has B&O + leather pkg 3, and the other...

3rd if it has B&O + leather pkg 3, and the other ones donīt
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-18-2012, 12:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,779
Posted By Hilden

I think ABT has something like that

I think ABT has something like that
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
12-31-2011, 10:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,363
Posted By Hilden

2nd. Itīs such a great option Iīd try it out if I...

2nd. Itīs such a great option Iīd try it out if I came across parts and had another car to use meanwhile.

The challenge in this case is probably getting everything back in place properly to get...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
11-07-2011, 01:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 20,664
Posted By Hilden

Looks great. I donīt think the wheels look out of...

Looks great. I donīt think the wheels look out of place. Normally 22s without lip look a bit overdone but this design works well IMO. Iīm trying to find Bimotos in 21" as well but they are rare on...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
11-06-2011, 07:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,917
Posted By Hilden

Dep. on your engine and what side to replace but...

Dep. on your engine and what side to replace but check the massive post a bit further down on how to put LEDs in there. I suppose it would be of good help.

On 4.2TDI you need to remove the air...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
11-06-2011, 07:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 60,411
Posted By Hilden

Taking the assy out is very simple, see the DIY...

Taking the assy out is very simple, see the DIY already linked to. But Iīm not sure if the buttons snap out or if you need to open the unit before you can remove the buttons but I guess you will...
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