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Sounds like the new safety package is only available with the !, meaning I'd get stuck with the bigger wheels I don't really want. Maybe the stop/start will be available though - right now only the base has that.
Currently, if you add in the Whole Shabang package on the !, your MSRP is just a tad over $30,000. TMV is around $28k.
As stated above, 220 on the A3/A4, 252 in the A6....200 in the Q3, 292 in the S3 (and Golf R)!
I believe the 2017 A4 will have the 252 hp version, along with a lower hp version as a base model, to compete with the 320i.
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stever, that's all - $4,400? Whew! I won't be opting for that upgrade. That's a big part of why I love Kia Motors of South Korea - unbeatable bang for the buck. I'll baby our '11 Kia Soul 5-speed base in clear white. I do love that this car is rattle-free, has a great stereo with a CD player (I'm still in CD - mode, I even joined the CD era kind of...umm...late. Stuck with my cassettes as long as I could
If I traded up for a new Soul I wouldn't get a CD player and would either have to swap out for a stereo that does or learn some newer technology with an MP3 player or something else.
Still loving this car and it's unique style. Kia's selling a ton of 'em, too. They're all over the place!
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
Check out the link above ta read a story about a mechanic that took this girl's Kia Soul out for a "joyride" that ended up being 4 days. While he was supposedly searching for a speed-sensitive radio volume part problem of some sort. The problem never got solved but the dealership really got in to trouble as a result!
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
Okay, I'm wondering if the Soul/Prius/Sportwagen/Encore/CX-3/HR-V whatever would handle these loads. Last night I was gifted a nice shop stool, and took home two bar stools in boxes. Today the boxes are reduced to one and we have two assembled bar stools in the van, a Little Giant style 14' ladder sideways behind the front seats, a 6'x4' Turkish rug on top of the ladder, some recycling and the cooler that mostly lives in the van.
Maybe we should just keep it as a pickup.
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- A4 with sport (and sport plus) packages - actually liked the A4 quite a bit - it was an auto. With a sport suspension, it actually handles pretty well. Still think the acceleration with that 2.0t is pretty good.
- S4 manual. Naturally I liked this a lot. Unlike the WRX I tested earlier in the year, I thought it was easy to drive the car "slow" or "casually," but of course when you want to push it, it does everything well. Wonderful balance of luxury and sport.
- S4 auto. A little more detached from the driving experience, but man, that auto is quick off the line. It also does a great job of rev-matching and just seems to be in the right gear all the time.
- 328d wagon - felt very...ordinary. Not significantly better than the Golf Wagon I drove a while back. Also didn't like the look of the "luxury" line, in or out.
- 428i gran coupe (xdrive) - liked this much better than the 3'er wagon. The gas engine seems to have better torque available higher in the range. This was also a "sport" version - the seats, wheels and overall interior were much more to my liking.
- Used S4 manual - 2013 CPO with 21k miles. Drove great, but color wouldn't be my first choice, and didn't have all the equipment I would like. That's what you get with used, but the savings off a new one wasn't substantial enough to justify the sacrifice.
Whew! That's a fun day. Kudos to the wonderful wife for participating!2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2017 911 C4S - 2025 BRZ - 2023 A6 Allroad - 2024 Genesis GV60 - 2019 Cayman
After all those test drives and much discussion with the wife, I think I may very well end up going with a new S4, unless a "perfect" CPO ones turns up.
I've been pretty committed to buying used, particularly with the luxury makes. And that has worked out well with most of the cars we've done that with. But the S4s seem to really hold their value well, making the case for a used one a bit harder. Obviously you pay more to acquire the car, but basically, without getting too geeky with the accounting, I think the depreciation years 1-3 is about the same as 4-6.
For instance, the 535i I bought last year stickered for about $65k new. Let's say a good deal could be had for about $61k or so. I bought it 3 years, 21k miles later for $38k. $27k and 42% depreciation. That makes sense.
The new S4 I looked at? Stickers for $57k, dealer got to $54k pretty quickly (for a 2016). The 3 year, 22k mile old CPO one I looked at? Listed at $42k (maybe some wiggle room?). $12k and 22% depreciation.
Anyway - I know it sounds like simple justification, but I'm getting pretty comfortable with going new on an S4.
White or Sepang Blue?
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The A5 was fast enough for my taste with the 2.0T. It just didn't have that solid buttoned down sporty feel I was craving. It looked exotic, but drove like an Accord coupe - not necessarily a bad thing, just didn't live up to its looks, IMO.
I traded that A5 for the m-sport 335xi and got what I wanted. And, to be honest, of all the cars I've had since then, that 335 is the one I miss the most. The S4 replicates that balance well - I'd say with upping both the luxury/comfort and sport aspects at the same time.
Here's the tough thing - the 428i I'd like gets into the low-mid $50k's range easily. That's only a few grand shy of the S4. I like the styling of that Gran Coupe, but man the S4 sure offers a compelling alternative. Performance besting the 335/435 at around the price of the 328/428.
Another tough decision - that new A4 platform comes out early next year, the S4 probably later in the year. Logic tells me I should wait, but that's not my strong suit.
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However, I have to say that the Kia's owner is being somewhat unreasonable. Should an employee have driven her car on personal business? No, of course not. But, how about a free tank of gas to make up for the 200 miles they drove it. That sounds about right.
However, I have to say that the Kia's owner is being somewhat unreasonable. Should an employee have driven her car on personal business? No, of course not. But, how about a free tank of gas to make up for the 200 miles they drove it. That sounds about right.
My wife was listening over my shoulder when I played the video and said the exact same thing. I'm not buying the "what's in the owners manual" bit. The Soul owner knew she had them with the news story and all and went for the gusto. Seems a little greedy, but I'd sure be ticked if it happened to me so who knows? My real question is who has dash cams in personal vehicles and for what reason?
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2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
Many people will lie given the opportunity. Given that willingness plus the number of nitwits I see on the road, I have actually looked into installing one myself.
However, I have to say that the Kia's owner is being somewhat unreasonable. Should an employee have driven her car on personal business? No, of course not. But, how about a free tank of gas to make up for the 200 miles they drove it. That sounds about right.
graphicguy - yep, the offending dealer was extremely fair to this girl in the aftermath. Fired the offending mechanic, offered to buy back the rig, too? What's wrong with that compensation?
If it were me I'd take a tank of gas, insist on the problem getting fixed and accept a "buyout of the 200 miles". What's that worth, anyway. $100? When I first started reading the article it sounded like the car was trashed - as in pounded in to a fire hydrant, scraped along some other cars or who knows what.
She's a bit demanding and yes, sometimes it does take a bit of driving the car to figure out the problem with it.
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
He even told the service dept they were there and he still had someone take it out that did not believe him.
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
Meanwhile, the local Kia guy has Optimas loaded up to over $40! Not this bit. Wouldn't care if it included a time travel option.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
I fought the stereotype a long time. Just had to have, but then I'm a young whippersnapper. Won't turn 65 until January.
Every review I've read of the 16 (which is only the fourth generation) has been nothing short of raves. Green with tan is perfect. Red with tan is darn close. If you want to do it exactly wrong get a white one with an automatic....
Top covers are always funny to me. I never have the time for them, though it does have an easy one to put up.
I ended up with a used engine put in.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
There aren't very many any more.
Went in for a tire rotation. Was told my tires are at 4, 3, 3 and 2/32, so no rotation was allowed.
In in addition it was suggested that I get new tires. After 11,000 miles! The guy at the tire shop explained to me that Colorafo ranks third in tire wear in the U.S. - behind only Hawaii and Alaska. Apparently we use a high granite content in our asphalt. The other two states use volcanic rock.
Not sure how much of this to believe - I was told I'd get a pro-rated credit on the tires.
Not a cost I was expecting to incur. Again. On a leased car.
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Hell, even on my winter tires, I still get 20-30K miles (depending on brand) before I event start considering them for replacement, and I guarantee that they still have a LOT more tread than 2-4/32nds!
Bought them on 10/10/14 and my car had just over 18K on the clock. Now I'm at 30,5xx miles. These had a 50,000 mile treadwear warranty.
Sheesh.
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Ridiculous! I would demand a prorata credit toward a replacement set to include the mount/balance cost. Then, when the replacement set dies just as early a death (assuming poor quality and not just an odd batch), get a new set of tires that are NOT Falken. If you're lucky, the tires will last through the end of the lease, and then it's not your problem anymore.
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Hey Mario, ease up a little...
Anyway.. is this on the Elantra?
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The MINI will need new tires soon as well - fortunately, my daughter is on the hook for those.
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I'm not much for Falkens, Hankooks, etc.. I seem to do better with Pirelli, Bridgestone, Dunlop, Michelin.
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I'm also considering getting off the lease treadmill next year and finding something used for my next ride. Currently, I'm fixated on the Infiniti G25X - I know, a slower version of the G37 we all know and love. But, the 218HP would be just fine for me, along with the AWD and the creature comforts (backup cam, Bluetooth, heated leather, etc.). Buy used and drive into the ground - a buddy has a J30 with over 200K on the clock.
Problem is, they are still commanding low $20's at the dealer with under 50,000 miles.
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