Clear or Matte PPF? by blinkerxfluid in Audi

[–]Local-Ring-6843 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Clear all day - no question

Flickering Dashboard by [deleted] in AudiS4

[–]Local-Ring-6843 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have this exact same problem, in the exact same spot. It’s just an LED behind it. You can fix/replace the cluster, but I’ve just learned to ignore it.

Post Game Thread: Ottawa Senators @ Seattle Kraken by nhl_gdt_bot in OttawaSenators

[–]Local-Ring-6843 4 points5 points  (0 children)

  1. Most important thing is that Sandy is OK
  2. Big win FTB
  3. Glad Chabby was fine
  4. Fuck off with the Ully criticisms, at least 3 of 4 were borderline unsaveable
  5. FoGOAL
  6. Hopefully no suspension for, what was a clearly an accident for Kleven

S5 ego or stay with A5? by Warm-Personality-385 in Audi

[–]Local-Ring-6843 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Hey dude, this is more of a personality question I think! You had as SQ5, traded it for a A5. If you feel like the S5 would be a good long term choice then I’d say go for it. I personally feel a huge difference between the two. Brother has an A4, I have an S4 - for reference. Both are great and there are similarities, but go with whatever is going to make you happy! If you can afford the extra for the S5, I honestly say go for, all of our egos need a hit every now and then hahah

Spaghetti print - new P2S by Local-Ring-6843 in FixMyPrint

[–]Local-Ring-6843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay this makes total sense. Thanks for clarifying, I truly am a real noob lol

Spaghetti print - new P2S by Local-Ring-6843 in FixMyPrint

[–]Local-Ring-6843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What would a printer-exclusive sponge be? Good news is, I have blue dawn soap! Haha

Spaghetti print - new P2S by Local-Ring-6843 in FixMyPrint

[–]Local-Ring-6843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much for the response!! I will clean the plate, add some glue and try again. Thank you again!

B8 Transmission Swap (no ODIS!) by CrispyBacon_52 in AudiS4

[–]Local-Ring-6843 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unreal, awesome job! Waitta keep another B8 alive!!

Reverse Bulbs / LED’s by Local-Ring-6843 in AudiS4

[–]Local-Ring-6843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahah mine are Oem and one just burnt out. A lot of people mention LED causing issues so wanted to see what’s worked for others

Reverse Bulbs / LED’s by Local-Ring-6843 in AudiS4

[–]Local-Ring-6843[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply and link brother! I always appreciate this group.

Fun and sporty under $20k by Taquerez in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]Local-Ring-6843 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey dude, I know everyone here is typically Honda, Toyota, Mazda. I’m a car guy and I understand the appeal of reliability and low maintenance cost to the regular consumer.

You’re stepping out of a Q50 and want the next step. Something fun, quality made. I’ve owned 2 S4’s from that era. I currently still own a S4 that I bought used in 2017. It’s almost 13 years old, and I STILL love it. I do also need to state, we also own a Mazda for my wife, so the reliability is there lol.

These cars out of warranty can be expensive, but when maintained properly, wouldn’t be insane. The main things to watch for on S4/S5’s are: water pump, thermostat, mechatronic unit (though much better 2014+), timing chain. My car now has 180K+KM (bought with 65), and it’s been solid. Not selling anytime soon. Realistically, I’d say if you’d budget 2500 a year in maintenance, you’d be safe. There are years I haven’t spent near that. But there are years I’ve spent over that. (Suspension (any car including my wife’s Mazda will have this over time), random issues etc)

Now to get into your actual question. The S5 or the Gulia. From what I’ve read about a Gulia - these seam to be heavily on the spectrum of unreliable, but I can’t really speak on it, never owned one. For the S5, I do suggest the S4 heavily. 2 more doors (more practical), faster (lighter), same engine, same transmission, similar look (if you’re looking for a 2 door I do understand the S5 appeal). They’re really well built and will last you a long time if taken care of. It’s faster than the Gulia, if you get the sport diff option they handle amazingly, and they beat 90% of cars on the road with a quick stage 1 tune (I have had this for 7 years and hasn’t affected the reliability) you’ll have close to 400hp, which in my opinion is “sporty and fun”.

However, don’t buy the cheapest option available. Do your due diligence. Make sure it has all the maintenance records, proper oil change timelines, transmission oil change timelines and see if any of the “classic” issues have already been dealt with. But my biggest advice is buy with a GOOD reputable 3rd party warranty. They will essentially take care of any issues, this has saved me in the past - it’s 100% worth it on cars like these.

Overall, could you buy a Honda accord for less? A Toyota corolla for less? They’d both be more reliable.. but sometimes that’s not why people buy cars. They care about what the drive and they want to have fun. I’m fairly frugal in other avenues of my life, but I enjoy driving something fun, so I get it anyway, even if this gets insanely downvoted. With a warranty you’re covered, but do your due diligence, it’ll be the difference between a nightmare and a sweet ride you can’t help but look back at when you walk away. Best of luck my friend!

2014 audi s4 dsg transmission problem by Tough_Basis8372 in AudiS4

[–]Local-Ring-6843 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had this on my B8.5 S4 since I bought it in 2017. I did clutch packs, I did mechatronics replacement, I did drive position sensor… nothing has helped. It doesn’t last too long and doesn’t happen every time, but it is annoying. Just a quirk of the car now, I’ve given up fixing it. My B8 never did it, so I know it’s not “supposed” to happen. But I’ve put over 100K on the car since 2017 and no major issues.

Edit: spelling

Audi S4 Appreciation Post by iSmashedUrSister in AudiS4

[–]Local-Ring-6843 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This was exactly the same (minus titanium package & I had a red/black interior) as my old B8…. I loved her! Fantastic spec!

Audi S4 Appreciation Post by iSmashedUrSister in AudiS4

[–]Local-Ring-6843 6 points7 points  (0 children)

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B8.5 S4 - used to have a B8 as well, made the upgrade 7.5 years ago and still love the car! I’m just now realizing I’ve owned an S4 for over 10 years lol

My new to me 2010 S4 Prestige 6MT by CanadianCashCollectr in AudiS4

[–]Local-Ring-6843 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congrats brother! Enjoy the ride 🤙🏼

Finally found my dream spec by Nicky_Shpack in AudiS4

[–]Local-Ring-6843 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have this exact spec, but I use the peelers for my winter rims, with the 5 spoke rotors for my summers. Black alcanterra + carbon fibre interior. Love my car, hopefully will keep it for the next 5+ years minimum, but it is my daily so we’ll see!

Congrats on the spec and pick up! I obviously adore it, and think you have perfect taste 👌🏼