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stevew

stevew

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Auditography on Instagram: "And so the curtains fall. This is the limited edition (660 cars) 2024 Audi RS6 Avant GT. This one is very special and a huge thanks must go to the people at Audi that still have the passion for proper cars that make you smile from ear to ear. I had the privilege to be one of a few chosen a few months ago to go to Spain and shoot this beauty. The detailed video goes up online on the YouTube channel this very moment. The RS6 GTO concept that I shot two years ago, was such a success, that Audi started to consider production of it. And yes, I was extremely disappointed that they didn’t even give it 1 horsepower more, cause the car deserves at least 700-800hp. But after spending a whole day with the people behind this whole project, that pushed it through to even be possible, I’m thankful that they did. Cause otherwise would get another e-tron SUV. Trust me, I dug deep into the fights that had to happen to even make this car, and we should all be thankful to those behind it. Full description and details below, and enjoy the full video on YouTube! Car: 2024 @Audi RS6 Avant GT (limited to 660 cars) Engine numbers: 630hp/850nm/627lbft/441kw - V8 4.0 TwinTurbo Mild Hybrid Performance: 0-100kmh(62mph): 3.3sec 0-200kmh(124mph): 11.5 sec Top Speed: 305km/h Body: Carbon fibre hood and front fenders, Larger roof spoiler, redefined front bumper and rear diffuser, full removal of roof rails Interior: Bucket seats, full alcantara and carbon fibre Suspension: Lightweight adjustable coilover suspension, optimized quattro sport differential on the rear axle Wheels: 22” lightweight wheels in classic Avus design Tyres: Continental Sport Contact 7 with 285/30 R22 size Colors available: Arkona white, Nardo gray, Chronos grey, Madeira brown, Mythos black Livery: 3 different heritage decals Location: Barcelona, Spain YouTube / Facebook: auditography TikTok: auditographyofficial Wallpapers: auditography.imgbb.com Camera: Canon R5 / RF 2.8 24-70mm Thanks to: @audisport and @audi_de #audirs6gt #newrs6gt #rs6gt #audirs6avantgt #audirs6gt #auditography #worldpremiere #reveal #trending #audirepost #audimoment #audime #carporn #limitededition #audisport"

475K likes, 2,757 comments - auditography on February 5, 2024: "And so the curtains fall. This is the limited edition (660 cars) 2024 Audi RS6 Avant GT. This one is very special and a huge thanks must ...".
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stevew

stevew

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lambo V10 1995 audi S6 wagon swap....

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backfire engine | Video editing & Content creation on Instagram: "Cool carguy t-shirt link in bio . Joel Francisco transforms his 1995 Audi S6 with a Lamborghini-derived 5.2 V10 engine, overcoming challenges like frame modifications and custom headers. The car's performance impresses, utilizing factory ECUs without aftermarket ones. Francisco shares the satisfaction of successfully starting the Lamborghini engine and details modifications, from adapting to analog gauges to switching transmissions. Facing electrical challenges due to non-OBD2 compatibility, he skillfully navigates wiring conversions, highlighting the car's resilience despite its worn condition. . . Credit : @deutscheauto on youtube Edited by : @backfireengine . . #audis6 #v10 #sleepercar #swappedcars"

139K likes, 725 comments - backfireengine on December 29, 2023: "Cool carguy t-shirt link in bio . Joel Francisco transforms his 1995 Audi S6 with a Lamborghini-derived 5.2 V10 engine, overcoming challe...".
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stevew

stevew

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garage flex

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Garage Deluxe on Instagram: "The ultimate underground creation for a car collection. Car entry is via a remote controlled hydraulic lift up lid which leads down a semi-circular ramp that enters directly into the middle of the basement space. #carcollection #garagedeluxe #interiordesign #architecture #art #supercars #luxuryliving #carcave #luxuryliving #mancave #dreamgarage #spacesforcars #lamborghini"

74K likes, 718 comments - garagedeluxearchitectsJanuary 17, 2024 on : "The ultimate underground creation for a car collection. Car entry is via a remote controlled hydraulic lift up lid which leads down a sem...".
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Jm_

Jm_

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Jan 14, 2002
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stevew said:
lambo V10 1995 audi S6 wagon swap....

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backfire engine | Video editing & Content creation on Instagram: "Cool carguy t-shirt link in bio . Joel Francisco transforms his 1995 Audi S6 with a Lamborghini-derived 5.2 V10 engine, overcoming challenges like frame modifications and custom headers. The car's performance impresses, utilizing factory ECUs without aftermarket ones. Francisco shares the satisfaction of successfully starting the Lamborghini engine and details modifications, from adapting to analog gauges to switching transmissions. Facing electrical challenges due to non-OBD2 compatibility, he skillfully navigates wiring conversions, highlighting the car's resilience despite its worn condition. . . Credit : @deutscheauto on youtube Edited by : @backfireengine . . #audis6 #v10 #sleepercar #swappedcars"

139K likes, 725 comments - backfireengine on December 29, 2023: "Cool carguy t-shirt link in bio . Joel Francisco transforms his 1995 Audi S6 with a Lamborghini-derived 5.2 V10 engine, overcoming challe...".
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The best engine in the worst place.
 
dump

dump

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Oct 12, 2001
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stevew said:
garage flex

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Garage Deluxe on Instagram: "The ultimate underground creation for a car collection. Car entry is via a remote controlled hydraulic lift up lid which leads down a semi-circular ramp that enters directly into the middle of the basement space. #carcollection #garagedeluxe #interiordesign #architecture #art #supercars #luxuryliving #carcave #luxuryliving #mancave #dreamgarage #spacesforcars #lamborghini"

74K likes, 718 comments - garagedeluxearchitectsJanuary 17, 2024 on : "The ultimate underground creation for a car collection. Car entry is via a remote controlled hydraulic lift up lid which leads down a sem...".
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Is that all?
 
stevew

stevew

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taking a FIA rally car to snowbird

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R&D Speed Garage on Instagram: "The 93’ Escort RS Cossie makes for some winter canyon fun when heading up to Snowbird Resort for a powder day #fordescort #rallycar #wrc #cosworth #utahcars #fordescortrscosworth #fiarally #rdspeedgarage #fordperformance #snowbird #utah #cossie"

11K likes, 78 comments - rdspeedgarage on January 25, 2024: "The 93’ Escort RS Cossie makes for some winter canyon fun when heading up to Snowbird Resort for a powder day #fordescort #rallyc...".
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canadmos

canadmos

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dump said:
My car from 2019 doesn’t even have that many kms! Guess I’d have to drive it more than sometimes on weekends.
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Your 2019 doesn't have 35000km or 99999km? If the first one, want to sell it? :brows:

Seems like an expensive thing to have if you're not really using it. Especially you're fancy heads up display thing. Mazda? :brows:
 
dump

dump

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canadmos said:
Your 2019 doesn't have 35000km or 99999km? If the first one, want to sell it? :brows:

Seems like an expensive thing to have if you're not really using it. Especially you're fancy heads up display thing. Mazda? :brows:
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just hit 30km.The car really wasn’t primarily used by me and even so, not that much. Maybe I will sell it at some point. I primarily get around town by bike, foot and metro when possible. And taxi from time to time. That's the funny thing. Don’t really use it much, when I do, it’s really convenient/necessary. When you leave the city center, everything is car centric. Want to ride some cool trails? Car. Yeah, it’s a mazda 3 sedan.
 
jimmydean

jimmydean

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Sep 10, 2001
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dump said:
just hit 30km.The car really wasn’t primarily used by me and even so, not that much. Maybe I will sell it at some point. I primarily get around town by bike, foot and metro when possible. And taxi from time to time. That's the funny thing. Don’t really use it much, when I do, it’s really convenient/necessary. When you leave the city center, everything is car centric. Want to ride some cool trails? Car. Yeah, it’s a mazda 3 sedan.
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That's my sister in New York. The only reason they have a car is because they got one parking space with their $1.2M place in Manhattan.

I live in the country, yet still a suburb. It's not safe anywhere on a bike in town.
 
slyfink

slyfink

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Toshi said:
Not dense enough around you for Zipcar?
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Not sure how it works in the US, but 'round here, it can be kind of expensive if you're trying to leave town. it can be cheaper to rent a car for the day. You pay for membership, and then depending on the plan you have, per hour and per km driven. we've looked into it as an option for a second vehicle, but it's just not worth it since we'd need it mostly for ski practice, which is usually a 3-hour and about 32km round trip. you wind up paying for it to sit there for 2 hours.

I think it makes most sense for people who can get around by bus, bike or foot, but need a vehicle every once in a while for a Costco or Ikea run...

I'd argue that for @dump, given where he lives, it's actually too dense for "Communauto". The metro works well where he is, and traffic is absolutely effin brutal. (can you tell I'm jealous!)
 
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stevew

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dump

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slyfink said:
Not sure how it works in the US, but 'round here, it can be kind of expensive if you're trying to leave town. it can be cheaper to rent a car for the day. You pay for membership, and then depending on the plan you have, per hour and per km driven. we've looked into it as an option for a second vehicle, but it's just not worth it since we'd need it mostly for ski practice, which is usually a 3-hour and about 32km round trip. you wind up paying for it to sit there for 2 hours.

I think it makes most sense for people who can get around by bus, bike or foot, but need a vehicle every once in a while for a Costco or Ikea run...

I'd argue that for @dump, given where he lives, it's actually too dense for "Communauto". The metro works well where he is, and traffic is absolutely effin brutal. (can you tell I'm jealous!)
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Yeah @slyfink pretty much nailed it. Again, I wasn’t the primary user. My needs are largely done by foot and bike right now since it’s just the two of us.

I don’t know if I agree with the idea that since I’m not driving it every day, that I should look for other options. For now it would be more of a hassle to do that than just use the car once a week or whatever. Were the rental situation or communeauto more convenient, I’d consider it. It feels like saying, “you don’t use that nice bike you have there very much… maybe sell it and use bixi” :) I think some people might very well do that.

And yes, the traffic on the expressways around the city almost makes you not want to even venture out.
 
Toshi

Toshi

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dump said:
I don’t know if I agree with the idea that since I’m not driving it every day, that I should look for other options. For now it would be more of a hassle to do that than just use the car once a week or whatever. Were the rental situation or communeauto more convenient, I’d consider it. It feels like saying, “you don’t use that nice bike you have there very much… maybe sell it and use bixi” :) I think some people might very well do that.
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but you get to sell and then not insure said little-used car. that's the big draw.
 
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