Well.... l can't be correct all the time eh....feel as smug as you like, it's the RS3 way....lol
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Well.... l can't be correct all the time eh....feel as smug as you like, it's the RS3 way....lol
Why? If you can really really feel the 0.2 of a second difference to 60 in normal use, you are a better man than me gungadin.
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Mines a year old today! It doesn't bother me in the slightest that there is a new slightly refined different body style out. I'll change mine in a few years time and there will be a different choice no doubt.
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Our 8P RS3 was 5-years old last month (production date June 2011 so one of the first) and we've owned it 5-years this month, and we feel EXACTLY the same as you've said in your first sentence but unlike your second sentence ours is here for another 5-years and then maybe some more. Great car the RS3. Driven and enjoyed lots of other RS Audi but the 8P RS3 is the only one we'd prefer to own...
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The irony is that by the time the saloon arrives in the UK most of us will have had the RS3 for 2.5 years. Ideal time to change 
almost as if Audi planned it ...
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almost as if Audi planned it ...TX.
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I suggest you guys put RVP on ignore as you have at least 12 more months of his ******* crazy posts if not 18!
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The thing is after all of his rants and raves he will probably bottle it and not get one anyway...
Walk the walk.
Talk the talk
Walk the walk.
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Well you will be disappointed to find that owners of the CURRENT 8V Sportback model are far from 'gutted'.
As there are no rumours/news/announcements by Audi with regard to the likely appearance of a new RS3 Sportback, then I will continue to own and thoroughly enjoy my CURRENT model car! Then towards the end of 2017 after I have owned my CURRENT model for around 18 months, I may consider ordering one of the new model RS saloons or maybe even a new Sportback if there is one!
In the meantime...... gutted?
Far from it!
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Current RS3 is 390-404hp as per RR runs I've seen. Yep we'll be well gutted to see this new 400hp one in 18 months time
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Ps it's not old it's current and will be for another 18 months
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Current RS3 is 390-404hp as per RR runs I've seen. Yep we'll be well gutted to see this new 400hp one in 18 months time
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What if this new one dynos at 430-440bhp
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Maybe it will, RVP getting excited about 400hp amazing saloon is all.
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You got to be honest mate, most people on here talk about how they prefer the SB to the saloon. I don't know one person on here (other than you) who says they prefer the saloon. And you aren't even planning on buying one
You know me well....And I will definitely bottle it and here's an exclusive......I'm getting the new austin maestro
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Proper drivers RS? I'm pretty sure most people will agree with that on here, seeing as it's the Renault Megane forum.
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What if this new one dynos at 430-440bhp
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I would not be the least surprised if it achieved those numbers, most Audi RS engines with a turbo have exceeded the factory power figures (the n/a V8's seem to struggle a bit though, some even get less).
The potential is certainly there with the new engine, different intake, improved valve gear, twin fuel injectors (although these are primarily for more efficient running) and less weight courtesy of alloy bottom end/sump etc.
Don't be surprised if the saloon's quoted 4.1sec 0-62mph sprint is conservative either. Hopefully the mods to the Haldex and ADS will add a little bit extra for the handling too. Regardless of whether you love or loathe it's looks, it will most likely still be a great car.
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@Beebee-one the point that some seem to miss on here is that the mk1 is a great car, the mk2 is a great car and no doubt the saloon will continue that. No need to hate on any of them especially on ASN and in the RS3 section
TX.
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Had a 'spirited' run in my pup today and all can say is .... if the FL has even more power it will be insane as when you really 'gun it' in these RS3's you can EASILY reach astonishing speeds VERY quickly !!!!!
The ability to overtake on b-roads with ballistic ease is also staggeringly impressive ... especially in manual / dynamic mode, boy do these cars fly like rockets
The sound is the icing on the cake and I know we go on about the sound, but it adds so much to the driving experience & occasion. Upshifting or downshifting the sound is exhilarating
Frickin awesome cars & 5 cylinders rock
The ability to overtake on b-roads with ballistic ease is also staggeringly impressive ... especially in manual / dynamic mode, boy do these cars fly like rockets
The sound is the icing on the cake and I know we go on about the sound, but it adds so much to the driving experience & occasion. Upshifting or downshifting the sound is exhilarating
Frickin awesome cars & 5 cylinders rock
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@Beebee-one the point that some seem to miss on here is that the mk1 is a great car, the mk2 is a great car and no doubt the saloon will continue that. No need to hate on any of them especially on ASN and in the RS3 section
TX.
Yep agreed on that TX.
MK1 & 2 are great but I am also looking forward to the new model (note; not facelift as some keep calling it), I have even warmed to the new virtual cockpit which really surprised me how good it was after having a go in an R8 V10 Plus which had it fitted (standard equipment I think?)
Temp gauge free with virtual cockpit too
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Had a 'spirited' run in my pup today and all can say is .... if the FL has even more power it will be insane as when you really 'gun it' in these RS3's you can EASILY reach astonishing speeds VERY quickly !!!!!
The ability to overtake on b-roads with ballistic ease is also staggeringly impressive ... especially in manual / dynamic mode, boy do these cars fly like rockets
The sound is the icing on the cake and I know we go on about the sound, but it adds so much to the driving experience & occasion. Upshifting or downshifting the sound is exhilarating
Frickin awesome cars & 5 cylinders rock
I'm living the RS3 dream through your posts! Haha! Going to try and get a test drive tomorrow. I need the 5 cylinder sound in my life. From first hearing the group B original Quattro's, the noise has been spine tingling!
You must, they are phenomenal pieces of kit!! Nothing compares to that 5 cylinder noise, it's great fun making people jump in the high street.. it brings out hooliganism
You must, they are phenomenal pieces of kit!! Nothing compares to that 5 cylinder noise, it's great fun making people jump in the high street.. it brings out hooliganism
Ha ha nice one
The thing is you don't even need to. E going fast to enjoy these cars.
Just starting the engine & hearing the car bark is a moment you can enjoy several times a day.
Get the car to hit 3,500rpm in a built up area with lots of buildings to resonate against with your windows down is incredible.
Then yeah just getting the exhaust to make pops & bangs on command is great fun and so many times you get heads turning on the street lol
Yeah mate, summed up nicely. The 5 pot and sports exhaust can't beat that NOISE.Ha ha nice one
The thing is you don't even need to. E going fast to enjoy these cars.
Just starting the engine & hearing the car bark is a moment you can enjoy several times a day.
Get the car to hit 3,500rpm in a built up area with lots of buildings to resonate against with your windows down is incredible.
Then yeah just getting the exhaust to make pops & bangs on command is great fun and so many times you get heads turning on the street lol
Great post TX. But I think the 8V SB will always be the icing on the cake.@Beebee-one the point that some seem to miss on here is that the mk1 is a great car, the mk2 is a great car and no doubt the saloon will continue that. No need to hate on any of them especially on ASN and in the RS3 section
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A marvel of engineering... what a machine.
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I am so close to putting a deposit on one! It hadn't got super sports seats as I've just discovered, Tom so close to pulling out.. I don't know what to do haha
I didn't spec them in mine. Just wasn't keen. They look fussy. Get your deposit down mate. You won't miss them...
Oh no, I've gone and bought it. Providing the finance goes through, it's gone to manual override because of my age
I will be going to see and drive it Tuesday..... not exactly what I wanted but its top spec except for the seats.
