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Forum: RS 7
04-28-2014, 09:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,588
Posted By vortexx

They replaced the center channel speaker and...

They replaced the center channel speaker and grill. Now the speaker doesn't buzz with music, but it now rattles under certain driving conditions and engine RPMs. Now I have to take it back again.
Forum: RS 7
04-14-2014, 10:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,273
Posted By vortexx

Dont do it, Don't do it, Don't do it! One of the...

Dont do it, Don't do it, Don't do it! One of the reasons I moved to Audi from BMW was the stupid run flats that BMW insists on using. They suck. Expensive, worse handling, poor wear, and noisy. On my...
Forum: RS 7
04-07-2014, 02:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,588
Posted By vortexx

I have the same problem, and just took it to the...

I have the same problem, and just took it to the dealer today (for the 5K service). It seems to be poorly secured center channel speaker grill since I can put pressure on the grill and get the buzz...
Forum: RS 7
01-19-2014, 05:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,994
Posted By vortexx

Interesting perspective. I actually think the...

Interesting perspective. I actually think the 20's look better. The 21's are almost cartoonish. Especially the stock wheels which have odd proportions. Maybe the ADV 21's won't have that issue.
Forum: RS 7
01-14-2014, 08:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,288
Posted By vortexx

dg144, Do you have some pics you could post... or...

dg144, Do you have some pics you could post... or even better would be a walk around video! I too would like to see panther black on an RS7. I saw it on an SQ5, but it was quite dirty, and parked in...
Forum: S7
01-03-2014, 08:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,901
Posted By vortexx

The layered inlays work well with the comfort...

The layered inlays work well with the comfort seats but not with the standard sport seats - it just gets too busy in the cockpit, with the pinstripe and diamond patterns fighting each other. It's...
Forum: RS 7
01-01-2014, 04:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 24,270
Posted By vortexx

I am not sure it is the same on the RS7,, but on...

I am not sure it is the same on the RS7,, but on the S7 the fuel remaining is an ever-present display in the leftmost tab of the driver information display between the tach and the Speedo. There are...
Forum: S7
12-29-2013, 08:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,499
Posted By vortexx

Lukfilm, Both dealers near me have a large...

Lukfilm,

Both dealers near me have a large (Audi supplied) display case with pull out drawers that contain good sized samples of all the paint finishes, optional inlays, leather and alcantara...
Forum: S7
12-28-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,796
Posted By vortexx

Are you still looking to do ED, or local...

Are you still looking to do ED, or local delivery? If you are doing Euro Delivery, those vehicles do not come out of the dealers normal allocation so depending on the dealer their may be some...
Forum: S7
12-28-2013, 09:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,499
Posted By vortexx

Carbon Atlas inlay.

Carbon Atlas inlay.
Forum: S7
12-23-2013, 12:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,966
Posted By vortexx

If you go with Misano Red, then you might as well...

If you go with Misano Red, then you might as well get an RS7, then you don't have to pay extra for the paint choice!
Forum: S7
12-17-2013, 04:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,995
Posted By vortexx

Plain black and minimalist is my choice, so as to...

Plain black and minimalist is my choice, so as to not call attention to the license plate. On the front, I prefer the look without a plate at all, but in CA they sometimes will give you a ticket, so...
Forum: S7
12-16-2013, 08:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,071
Posted By vortexx

I wanted an RS7, partly for the performance,...

I wanted an RS7, partly for the performance, partly for the aesthetic, but I didn't feel like waiting to get exactly what I wanted - Panther black, w/carbon optic, and most of the other upgrades....
Forum: S7
12-09-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,813
Posted By vortexx

I drove my friend's Tesla today...

WOW! What a fun car to drive. It is a completely different experience from any other car that I have driven. The initial jolt of acceleration when you hit the accelerator is instantaneous, explosive...
Forum: S7
12-08-2013, 09:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,499
Posted By vortexx

Moonlight blue metallic. I love the color - at...

Moonlight blue metallic. I love the color - at night it looks black with just a hint of blue in certain light, but in the sun it's a metallic blue / grey. It will also occasionally take on the color...
Forum: S7
12-07-2013, 09:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,499
Posted By vortexx

Replaced my BMW550i with an S7 quick review and pics

I had been looking to replace my 2011 BMW550i for some time now. I considered another 550, a 650i or 650xi and an M5. Then I drove an S7 and the combination of refreshingly good looks, acceleration,...
Forum: S7
12-04-2013, 08:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,522
Posted By vortexx

I just got a new MAX also for my new S7, and...

I just got a new MAX also for my new S7, and trying to figure out the same issue. At the moment I have the MAX located just below the review mirror on the right side. I may try to make a custom mount...
Forum: S7
12-04-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,885
Posted By vortexx

My dealer had a car with the Havana Brown...

My dealer had a car with the Havana Brown exclusive package. The interior was really stunning, and should look great with Estoril Blue (their car was phantom black). I was hesitant to purchase it...
Forum: S7
12-01-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 22,316
Posted By vortexx

Just returned from my trip - about 1000 mi total....

Just returned from my trip - about 1000 mi total. Overall mileage was 23.9. The mileage on the way up (which included some stop and go traffic) was about 24.2mpg. On the return trip we averaged 25mpg...
Forum: S7
11-23-2013, 08:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 22,316
Posted By vortexx

I just got an S7, and I am taking it on a trip...

I just got an S7, and I am taking it on a trip that is 500 miles each way, with a five days of in town driving in between legs. I will post the results when I return.
Forum: S7
08-19-2013, 10:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,841
Posted By vortexx

Havannah black - would love to see pictures! What...

Havannah black - would love to see pictures! What color interior?
04-27-2013, 03:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 58,174
Posted By vortexx

I recommend the Seasucker Talon. It is simple,...

I recommend the Seasucker Talon. It is simple, works well, easy on and off, and can be mounted in a variety of places, but on the Q5 the rear window works well, and in that position it is quiet and...
02-18-2013, 05:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,736
Posted By vortexx

I am pretty pleased with our 2013 Q5 3.0t mpg so...

I am pretty pleased with our 2013 Q5 3.0t mpg so far. The combined average is about 21mpg which includes some spirited driving, quite a bit of suburban driving with short trips, and one longer trip...
02-08-2013, 08:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,722
Posted By vortexx

For the Q5 3.0, the base money factor is...

For the Q5 3.0, the base money factor is currently .00143, and the residual is 52% on 12k miles, 36 months. The residual drops to 50% on 15k miles/year. You can add 1% if you purchase AudiCare.
12-22-2007, 09:11 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,581
Posted By vortexx

Re: tach "hunt"

That sounds like it could be the air conditioning compressor cycling on and off at idle.
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