AZURES3 Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] The S3 does have an older interior [/ QUOTE ] And in my opinion the best in its class by far. [/ QUOTE ] Not sure about it being older it is kinds new, well tweaked for the S3 with £10 worth of chrome on the vents . To be honest though agree its one of the best in the class, this pic is off a LHD model but the exactly same interior as mine, not many better places to be in this class AZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bogdan Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 One small thing, if you don't mind, the new S3 feels very crowded inside, not enough space in the back and the steering wheel isn't as thick as the R32's, nice form , but not thick enough - very important. The performance on the other side is impressive, from a 4 pot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZURES3 Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] One small thing, if you don't mind, the new S3 feels very crowded inside, not enough space in the back and the steering wheel isn't as thick as the R32's, nice form , but not thick enough - very important. The performance on the other side is impressive, from a 4 pot. [/ QUOTE ] I dont mind at all, I hate the standard wheel it is too thin and looks didnt like paying £270 for this flat bottom wheel but it is lovely to use. Dont really notice the rear space thing as 95% of the time its just me or the mrs too at the weekend. Hence why I moved from the A4, well that and a few extra horsies to play with AZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calm Chris Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] chri5 I dont need to defend my corner as to be honest I dont give a f*** just putting my view across but clearly you are far better informed Personally I dont give a rats arse about the brands upsetting each other but if you look back over the last few years it clearly exists as a policy, even within the Audi brand. The original S3 was not 225 BHP until the TT had been for a while as they didn't want it to upstage the TT. The new S3 could easily of been 280 BHP from launch but the new 2.0 TT Quattro is seen as a more flagship model so no doubt it will have this powerplant for atleast 9 months before the S3 gets updates. I would be surpised that all if the Golf RSI would be allowed to be faster than the S4 but hey whay do I know. Dont think I care for 1 minute if the Golf RSI has 300 BHP, as BHP is not everything and if it is a better can than the competition then great. RS3 signed off by who AZ [/ QUOTE ] Az If you don't give a fig, then why argue the point. Reading English does not appear to be your strong point either. Getting hetty because I dare to criticize your sweeping generalisations that VW wouldn't dare upset Audi branding and usurp any current Audi model is rather girlie (without wanting to upset any girls ). Grow up, all your posts here on the RSi seem to be pointedly negative, Audi are better blah, blah, blah. VW wouldn't dare do this blah, blah, blah. As for resorting to near swearing, have I hit a nerve When your ready to back up your assertions with cold, proven fact then you will have the right to lambaste me for being wrong Right now, I just get the feeling your being a sour grapes cock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 Once you've enjoyed a flat bottomed wheel you probably won't want any other type of wheel. The S3 and Mk2 TT I sat behind the wheels of in the Audi Pavilion at Autostadt, Wolfsburg, was faultless in terms of instrumentation and quality of finish. However, the TT felt more spacious than the S3! As we, the consumers, have so many irrational and individual needs, long may the manufacturers offer such a variety of cars for us to choose from. No matter which engine the Golf RSi ends up with, it's surely a tiny market. Unless it's very substantially lighter weight, I don't see the point of a 3.6 Golf and it's also flying in the face of the green carbon issues which we are told are so important in the car world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 ....I'm just going to say that having seen AZ's new black S3, it's immaculate and looks fabulous at night at least. It's clearly a quality car. Nonetheless it wouldn't suit everyone (not my practical uses for example), just as a VeeDub doesn't suit everyone either. Each to their own and let's just enjoy and respect each other's choices [i'm not aiming this at anyone in particular]. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZURES3 Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] chri5 I dont need to defend my corner as to be honest I dont give a f*** just putting my view across but clearly you are far better informed Personally I dont give a rats arse about the brands upsetting each other but if you look back over the last few years it clearly exists as a policy, even within the Audi brand. The original S3 was not 225 BHP until the TT had been for a while as they didn't want it to upstage the TT. The new S3 could easily of been 280 BHP from launch but the new 2.0 TT Quattro is seen as a more flagship model so no doubt it will have this powerplant for atleast 9 months before the S3 gets updates. I would be surpised that all if the Golf RSI would be allowed to be faster than the S4 but hey whay do I know. Dont think I care for 1 minute if the Golf RSI has 300 BHP, as BHP is not everything and if it is a better can than the competition then great. RS3 signed off by who AZ [/ QUOTE ] Az If you don't give a fig, then why argue the point. Reading English does not appear to be your strong point either. Getting hetty because I dare to criticize your sweeping generalisations that VW wouldn't dare upset Audi branding and usurp any current Audi model is rather girlie (without wanting to upset any girls ). Grow up, all your posts here on the RSi seem to be pointedly negative, Audi are better blah, blah, blah. VW wouldn't dare do this blah, blah, blah. As for resorting to near swearing, have I hit a nerve When your ready to back up your assertions with cold, proven fact then you will have the right to lambaste me for being wrong Right now, I just get the feeling your being a sour grapes cock [/ QUOTE ] I havent met many or any W****s on TSN but there is always one so to speak. Why do you need to be offensive just because you have or had a VW . Sour grapes on the S3, absolutely no way I love it. No raw nerve I am not 18 you just seem to think I am that stressed by it I am simply stating fact on what the VAG group have always done. I wish the golf RSI good luck and welcome its 280 BHP to the hot hatch line up. Personally I dont see the point in a Golf that is even heavier in the nose as the BHP will not be that much more useable than the R32 but let hope they do something magical. May I suggest you try and improve you how to win friends and influence people skills. AZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S3Rob Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 All the best disagreements happen on the R32 forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZURES3 Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] All the best disagreements happen on the R32 forum. [/ QUOTE ] where has the TSN gone. AZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ritey Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 Woppum's on holiday again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 Chri5 - take your head out of your a*se and try being a bit less aggressive. You might get a bit further that way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] All the best disagreements happen on the R32 forum. [/ QUOTE ] ....No they don't you silly merchant banker!! The best ones happen in the GTI forum!! [only joking, mate ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S3Rob Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 Volkswagen do a GTI now do they? Who'd have thought it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 The strange thing is that although some peeps get all fired up in the forum about 'my choice of car is better than yours' etc etc etc, when we all gather in the car park for a TSN meet I get the impression that everyone is being quite sincere and genuine in their appreciation of each others cars even if it wouldn't be their individual choice. There's no way I would want a Monaro but.... Hopefully I'm not being naive about this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charding370 Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] The S3 does have an older interior [/ QUOTE ] And in my opinion the best in its class by far. [/ QUOTE ] Not sure about it being older it is kinds new, well tweaked for the S3 with £10 worth of chrome on the vents . To be honest though agree its one of the best in the class, this pic is off a LHD model but the exactly same interior as mine, not many better places to be in this class AZ [/ QUOTE ] Apart from the vents and optional flat steering wheel the rest of it is like the A3. I prefer the more modern MK V interior layout especially the FSA and Radio/CD/SatNav design - and its quite a bit bigger car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oli Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 For me the build quality, in the A3, has a better feel about it, than the Golf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZURES3 Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] The S3 does have an older interior [/ QUOTE ] And in my opinion the best in its class by far. [/ QUOTE ] Not sure about it being older it is kinds new, well tweaked for the S3 with £10 worth of chrome on the vents . To be honest though agree its one of the best in the class, this pic is off a LHD model but the exactly same interior as mine, not many better places to be in this class AZ [/ QUOTE ] Apart from the vents and optional flat steering wheel the rest of it is like the A3. I prefer the more modern MK V interior layout especially the FSA and Radio/CD/SatNav design - and its quite a bit bigger car. [/ QUOTE ] Thats good as you have the R32 and thats your preference IF we all liked the same cars it would be boring. AZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] Once you've enjoyed a flat bottomed wheel you probably won't want any other type of wheel. [/ QUOTE ] You meen like in an Austin allegro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] ...when we all gather in the car park for a TSN meet I get the impression that everyone is being quite sincere and genuine in their appreciation of each others cars [/ QUOTE ] All of them apart from the Golf GTIs Robin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bogdan Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 I think that the only way everyone would be happy is to can afford to buy the R32, the S3, the GTI, the RS4 and so on, to have them all. Each of everyone has something special in it - the engine, the sound, the interior, the make or all of the above. I for one, I would liike to buy them both: R32 and S3 , and as family car the RS4. But that's only me. But enough of thiis , this is Golf RSi topic, not S3 vs R32. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billy2shots Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 Guys we need more facts and less bickering. Now can you all stop being petty and continue this in MY R36 latest post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oli Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 Ha ha, trouble is , its going to be badged the RSi. How are you enjoying the .:R - glad you made the move? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZURES3 Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] Guys we need more facts and less bickering. Now can you all stop being petty and continue this in MY R36 latest post. [/ QUOTE ] AZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] ...when we all gather in the car park for a TSN meet I get the impression that everyone is being quite sincere and genuine in their appreciation of each others cars [/ QUOTE ] All of them apart from the Golf GTIs Robin [/ QUOTE ] .... Nice one! Mook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hman Posted January 15, 2007 Report Share Posted January 15, 2007 With all this bickering going on I've decided to put down a refundable deposit down also. Dont care if its not any good as I'll get my money back. But if it looks half as good as the Charactere one.............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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