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Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
04-06-2024, 07:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,189
Posted By derfA8L

Man, real sorry to see that...But aside from some...

Man, real sorry to see that...But aside from some aches and pains you're physically OK (mostly), so that's what's important. Emotionally, well another story I'll bet. Yeah, accidents happen, but...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2024, 07:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,610
Posted By derfA8L

That was truly painful to read on many levels. ...

That was truly painful to read on many levels. Hopefully that fellow was just very unlucky, and just isolated to that one D5...Hopefully.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2024, 06:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 748
Posted By derfA8L

Yes, we do! Definitely not hydraulic.

Yes, we do! Definitely not hydraulic.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2024, 05:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 316
Posted By derfA8L

Yeah, the dirt that collects above the rocker...

Yeah, the dirt that collects above the rocker panels at the lower rear wheel wells is quite annoying, but a few spritzes of a non-rinse carwash product cleans that straightaway without having to...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
03-12-2024, 05:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,056
Posted By derfA8L

I generally average 16mpg/city and 29mpg/ highway...

I generally average 16mpg/city and 29mpg/ highway (70+ mph average), and at times reach just over 30mpg.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
02-23-2024, 07:27 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,262
Posted By derfA8L

Think I’d want to identify the nature of each...

Think I’d want to identify the nature of each “unscheduled repair.” For the last batch, were they centered around the same issue? For example, one complaint that dealer was throwing parts at?; or...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
02-18-2024, 06:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 813
Posted By derfA8L

Yup, also had the matrix activation done a couple...

Yup, also had the matrix activation done a couple of months ago and Sam was terrific. Same as you, I also had a few additional features activated. The upgrade for active matrix functionality is...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
02-11-2024, 10:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,462
Posted By derfA8L

Does hide most dirt fairly well from a distance. ...

Does hide most dirt fairly well from a distance. Yes, can look virtually black in shaded situations, sparkling gray in direct sunlight, and almost sea foam gray/green under fluorescent lighting. ...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
02-11-2024, 07:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,462
Posted By derfA8L

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.audiworld.com-vbu...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.audiworld.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/12_23_19_4_3__c0ee476d26c71006cd73ee73d14a7db7ad16d032.jpeg
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Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
02-09-2024, 02:55 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,262
Posted By derfA8L

+1. I concur—it’s a wholly subjective issue. I...

+1. I concur—it’s a wholly subjective issue. I happen to really enjoy the sound of the B&O system no matter the music source in my D5, and it’s just the base Premium system, not the Advanced. Not...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-14-2024, 05:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,629
Posted By derfA8L

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Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-14-2024, 09:31 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,629
Posted By derfA8L

Side mirror control knob set to upper r/h...

Side mirror control knob set to upper r/h position, as shown in below below pic.

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Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-08-2024, 03:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 924
Posted By derfA8L

Apparently, even though NHTSA has approved...

Apparently, even though NHTSA has approved Automatic Driving Beams (aka Audi Matrix Lights) for use in the U.S., there’s a catch: they weighed the new regulation down with an anti-glare standard...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-08-2024, 12:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 924
Posted By derfA8L

Had the Central Locking fault warning a couple of...

Had the Central Locking fault warning a couple of months ago. Dealer did the software update also as a CPO warranty repair. Interestingly, the fault warning was associated with the right rear door...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-07-2024, 01:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,430
Posted By derfA8L

+1 on light snow capability issue. They do get a...

+1 on light snow capability issue. They do get a little noisy after 3 years as angrypengu notes, but not nearly as bad as the Pirelli P Zeros that Audi used to put on A8s. However, the acoustic...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-07-2024, 09:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,244
Posted By derfA8L

Nice clean looking D5, congrats! Enjoy and...

Nice clean looking D5, congrats! Enjoy and welcome.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-07-2024, 08:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,153
Posted By derfA8L

Absolutely stunning and powerful looking. Can’t...

Absolutely stunning and powerful looking. Can’t believe the original owner/lessee didn’t keep it, but great for you😃. Enjoy it!!!
BTW…Heavy car on those 21” wheels, how’s the ride comfort?
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-07-2024, 01:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,430
Posted By derfA8L

I noticed that TR had the Goodyear Eagle Sports...

I noticed that TR had the Goodyear Eagle Sports listed as incoming a couple of months ago with an early January availability date. I had been tracking this tire figuring I’d need new tires about now,...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-06-2024, 02:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 930
Posted By derfA8L

Really beautiful and I also like the contrast...

Really beautiful and I also like the contrast with the non-blacked out wheels. Enjoy and welcome!
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-04-2024, 04:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 412
Posted By derfA8L

Those virtual hand wash images should know it’s a...

Those virtual hand wash images should know it’s a “touchless” wash. 🤣. Really cool though.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-04-2024, 01:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,102
Posted By derfA8L

Perhaps the difference between the two is that...

Perhaps the difference between the two is that the OP may have the rear 2-seat configuration with built-in stationary armrest, while the other is the regular seat with fold-up armrest. The latter...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-04-2024, 11:12 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,004
Posted By derfA8L

Yes, matrix replaces auto high beam. Stalk...

Yes, matrix replaces auto high beam. Stalk toggles between matrix auto on and normal high beam. Normal (low beam) headlights are on when matrix function doesn’t meet “turn on” requirements. I...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-04-2024, 09:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,004
Posted By derfA8L

Hi angry. I did provide Europrice the VIN,...

Hi angry. I did provide Europrice the VIN, which I suppose was given to Sam. Regarding the hi-beam issue, they do activate manually by pushing the stalk away from you..at any speed. This turns...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
01-04-2024, 08:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,004
Posted By derfA8L

No problem. I think it’s worthwhile if you drive...

No problem. I think it’s worthwhile if you drive on dark unlit roadways, either dark unlit suburban/rural roads or unlit highways—all situations I typically encounter. I also drive in heavily deer...
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