Regretting A7 purchase?

raslam77 · 05-10-2012, 10:55 AM

Seeing all the goodies Audi kept from its US A7 market kind of puts me in a sour place – I’ve been regretting my purchase more and more lately. I originally intended on trading up to the S7 next year, but I’ll more than likely go w/ a used CLS63. I’m whining again, but c’mon Audi… $75K and you hold out?! Live and learn. :/

The G Man · 05-10-2012, 11:05 AM

I can take your A7 off your hands for $35000

carljones11 · 05-10-2012, 11:44 AM

I'm sure our European and Canadian friends can share many similar stories of U.S. based products that were/are different than those available to them, if available at all. It's a relative thing. You got a feature rich car. Personally I'm happy with what I purchased and the price I pay for fuel vs. what Europeans have to pay.

Grass is always greener on the other side of the fence!

Stevial · 05-10-2012, 01:07 PM

I understand the feeling, just asking for the same features that the Europeans are getting, just the options.

vuvision · 05-10-2012, 02:28 PM

Does the US version of the CLS63 has the same options/features as the European version? Could it be the case of grass is greener on the other side? I don't know, I'm just asking.

Stevial · 05-10-2012, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vuvision

Does the US version of the CLS63 has the same options/features as the European version? Could it be the case of grass is greener on the other side? I don't know, I'm just asking.

I noticed that Porsche Doesn't skim, almost ay feature you can get on European version of the panamera is available here in the states

veedubmac · 05-10-2012, 03:00 PM

I happen to agree with you, however, with the 2013 it does seem like Audi is a bit better. With the S7, you can now get the nicer seats from the A8 (or the diamond stitched ones), and Lane Assist. For the A6 in 2013 you can now get the rear sunshades and power trunk which weren't on the options list in 2012...

raslam77 · 05-10-2012, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vuvision

Does the US version of the CLS63 has the same options/features as the European version? Could it be the case of grass is greener on the other side? I don't know, I'm just asking.

The CLS550 has an adjustable air suspension/soft-close doors and trunk/Lane assist/articulating seats etc... Not sure what the Euro spec entails, but I can't imagine it being too far off.

vuvision · 05-10-2012, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raslam77

The CLS550 has an adjustable air suspension/soft-close doors and trunk/Lane assist/articulating seats etc... Not sure what the Euro spec entails, but I can't imagine it being too far off.

Before purchasing my A7, I looked into the CLS550, and for a comparable equipped CLS550 to the A7 w/ Prestige, Innovation & Cold weather package, the CLS550 was $12-15K more ... apple & orange?

raslam77 · 05-10-2012, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vuvision

apple & orange?

Appears that way... Unfortunately

05-10-2012, 11:44 AM	#3
carljones11 AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 393	I'm sure our European and Canadian friends can share many similar stories of U.S. based products that were/are different than those available to them, if available at all. It's a relative thing. You got a feature rich car. Personally I'm happy with what I purchased and the price I pay for fuel vs. what Europeans have to pay. Grass is always greener on the other side of the fence! __________________ A7 Phantom black pearl Prestige Nougat Brown & Ash Wood Trim All Season 19" wheels Innovation & Cold Weather package

05-10-2012, 01:07 PM	#4
Stevial AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: New York, NY Posts: 384	I understand the feeling, just asking for the same features that the Europeans are getting, just the options. Last edited by Stevial; 05-10-2012 at 02:38 PM.

05-10-2012, 02:28 PM	#5
vuvision AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 108	Does the US version of the CLS63 has the same options/features as the European version? Could it be the case of grass is greener on the other side? I don't know, I'm just asking. __________________ A7 Phantom black, Black interior, Prestige, Innovation, 20" Sport Package, Cold Weather.

05-10-2012, 03:00 PM	#7
veedubmac AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Conn. Posts: 120	I happen to agree with you, however, with the 2013 it does seem like Audi is a bit better. With the S7, you can now get the nicer seats from the A8 (or the diamond stitched ones), and Lane Assist. For the A6 in 2013 you can now get the rear sunshades and power trunk which weren't on the options list in 2012... __________________ 2010 VW CC Lux w/ appearance...Reflex Silver/Black -In the Family- '08 Q7 4.2P -Quartz Grey/Limestone- Air, Cold Weather, Hitch '06 Passat 3.6 4Motion -Arctic Blue Silver/Classic Grey- Lux II, Nav, Dynaudio (Gone)

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Welcome to AudiWorld!
		Welcome to AudiWorld.com. You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, at no cost, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, join AudiWorld.com today!

05-10-2012, 11:05 AM	#2
The G Man AudiWorld Super User 2012 BMW 5-Series Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 3,200	I can take your A7 off your hands for $35000

05-10-2012, 05:07 PM
AudiWorld Audi R8 Paid Advertisement