Wagon Stoke

[Art Shirk]

Thx but I already got me a Hyundai Accent, great warranty, easy on gas and it will be paid for by end of summer.

I think the accent is a lisp

[BmillsSkier]

Bmills, there are some nice interiors in this bunch: https://gearheads.org/the-20-fastest...to-know-about/

There's a Sbarro wagon!! I nominate this as the new TGR AudiRS6AWD6MT, forever known as the top of the pyramid.

And I actually think that stang wagon isn't half bad - the volvo estate concept bit some lines from it. And the DB6 is amazing.

Holy shit that Sbarro wagon is a thing of beauty. Sidepipes! Take that, Germans.

Also worth noting is that Oldsmobile has 9 doors. Eat your heart out Griswold.

[The Tortoise]

The Jaguar XF Sportbrake is stunning.

[BmillsSkier]

And we get it in America!

[frorider]

This thread reminded me that the Golf Alltrack 6 spd manual recently became available. Managed to find one--in my preferred platinum/dark brown colors even--in Reno. Driving it home in a few mins. Super tall 6th gear + 199 ft lb torque at something like 1600 rpm = road trip machine.

[BmillsSkier]

Sweet!

[Art Shirk]

Over priced and under powered but I dig the green.

http://www.bmwseattle.com/new/BMW/20...inion-facebook

[huckbucket]

This was my rental last week in Switzerland. 2017 530d (auto). Mine was the "sport" version with bigger tires, effects, blah. The amount of whiz bang was my remarkable. Pretensioners on the seat belts. Can steer for you and keep you in the lane. Instant torque. Was a really nice ride.

[54-46]

$7700 for a 300HP/300 ft lb wagon? You'd have $ left over for maintenance and a manual swap.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/6151536215.html

[Flexon Phil]

This thread reminded me that the Golf Alltrack 6 spd manual recently became available. Managed to find one--in my preferred platinum/dark brown colors even--in Reno. Driving it home in a few mins. Super tall 6th gear + 199 ft lb torque at something like 1600 rpm = road trip machine.

I saw it sitting on the lot there when I was getting my silk/brown Alltrack serviced. Good looking combo for sure. I wanted a manual but couldn't wait..still regret it from time to time but the DSG is a sweet transmission.

[frorider]

Silk blue/brown was my second choice. Looks stellar in person.

No good pics of mine--too fkn busy--but this is it:

[liv2ski]

^^^^^ 3 pedals, I like it. There is a rather inexpensive tune that will get you to 250hp with premium gas. I would be all over that.

[frorider]

Yeah the $599 stage 1 APR gets you around 240 Hp and a big torque bump but doesn't exceed the rating on the GTI clutch this manual allroad comes with.

It's just a 3400 lb car. Not some Audi or Merc 4000 lb wagon

[stfu&gbtw]

Yeah the $599 stage 1 APR gets you around 240 Hp and a big torque bump but doesn't exceed the rating on the GTI clutch this manual allroad comes with.

It's just a 3400 lb car. Not some Audi or Merc 4000 lb wagon

I think I've decided to keep the Golf R long term... VW imported a lot more '17s than they had in the past (or at least it seems that way), so the resale value isn't as high as it might have been... And
I just can't get over how much fun the car is to drive, and how easy it is to live with.

I'm going to take the R in for the APR stage 2 programming next spring... There's no way the stock clutch will handle stage 1 for any period of time, and since I'll be due for brakes and summer tires at that point anyway, stage 2 is only a downpipe upgrade away. I run 17s in the winter, so the big brake kit is out, but will look to upgrade on the same diameter rotor... Other possibilities include:

Intake
High pressure fuel pump
Turbo muffler delete
Soundaktor delete
Spare tire subwoofer
Just cracked a headlight cover, so considering LEDs
Any clutch/flywheel recommendations?

There's a haldex controller that I got to play with in a mk6, but that unit was like $3k installed. Don't need >50% power to the rear that badly. I've really liked the Potenza S001 tires, but would consider an alternative... Pilot Super Sports maybe? There's talk on various forums about upgrading the engine and suspension mounts, but that seems like it is probably overkill for a daily driver. Wouldn't mind adding a little lateral bracing through. I think I'm good with the stock exhaust... The alternatives I really like are $2500+ and I don't like them that much. The "DD's mom has change for a nickel" and "My other car is an Audi RS6 Avant Quattro 6 speed diesel wagon with a thule box" are a given.

Obviously, this will be a quick car 0-60, but I really want to maintain or improve the car's overall balance of power and agility, and I want to do it without loosening any dental work when the dirt roads are in shitty condition. I've considered selling this car and getting a '17 with the Dynamic Chassis Control system to alleviate some of that, but I'm not convinced it'd be worth it, especially since I'd never make the suspension significantly stiffer - just a little softer occasionally.

With that in mind, what other upgrades/modifications should I consider?

[BmillsSkier]

Woah.

http://truckyeah.jalopnik.com/the-me...ury-1797096864

[abraham]

Yeah it doesn't have the articulation for some people. But for snow covered roads I bet it could be fun

[Skidog]

Just gave her a much needed bath, wax, and interior cleaning. She looks pretty good for an '08 with 138k on the clock. Fun car that cops never look at.

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[MrsG]

We have the '07 in darker grey, no roof racks - did you get second notification on air bag - may trade in if we find a CPO Volvo wagon we like when taking in for the recall! Same dealership!!

[Skidog]

We have the '07 in darker grey, no roof racks - did you get second notification on air bag - may trade in if we find a CPO Volvo wagon we like when taking in for the recall! Same dealership!!

Funny you should say. I had it into my local Saab guy and he did the airbag replacement while it was there without me even asking. He is one of the most honest guys I've dealt with. BobMc gave the recco as he doesn't specialize in Saab. Saab goes to Boyd's automotive in sandy, and the tundra goes to BobMc. Both standup shops if you're in the SLC area.

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[Whiteroom_Guardian]

Any of you Avant people ever get a hitch installed?

I know Audi will do it but I'm scared to even call them for a quote.

The local hitch place says they can't even order a hitch for my car even though online I find many.

I guess since its the s-line with the dual exhaust etc they actually have to lower the exhaust to install a hitch. Seems like alot just to have a bike rack on the back instead of the roof.

[fatnslow]

We have the '07 in darker grey, no roof racks - did you get second notification on air bag - may trade in if we find a CPO Volvo wagon we like when taking in for the recall! Same dealership!!

They won't offer you much since value for a 06+ Saab 9-5 is $3-$5K. They might be one of the best values out there for a euro wagon right now if you have any mechanical abilities to fix some easy gremlins.

[Buster Highmen]

Any of you Avant people ever get a hitch installed?.

I have a hitch on my s4 avant, installed by uhaul.

[GimpToo]

They won't offer you much since value for a 06+ Saab 9-5 is $3-$5K. They might be one of the best values out there for a euro wagon right now if you have any mechanical abilities to fix some easy gremlins.

Yea, not expecting a big trade in - actually gave our last Saab to a family member for parts. What gremlins?

Edit to add: Saab was originally bought at same dealership we would purchase the Volvo, so hopefully they will give us some kind of tradein!

[Skidog]

Yea, not expecting a big trade in - actually gave our last Saab to a family member for parts. What gremlins?

Edit to add: Saab was originally bought at same dealership we would purchase the Volvo, so hopefully they will give us some kind of tradein!

I don't know about Gremlins really. Saabs are just quirky. I have to start weighting the costs of repairs. Got a manifold gasket that's bad. Close to $400. Just did a $885 brakes, rotors (front), and a new oil pan couple weeks back. Figure I'm into her about $2500 and I have had her just about 1.5years. there was some needed stuff that was neglected or not noticed by previous mechanic (was not a Saab guy), but she was a free hand me down, so it's not horrible. I think she's pretty strong, shit just starts breaking at this age. Good mechanic is worth their weight in gold for a car like a Saab.

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[happytimefunbox]

somebody talk me out of this...

https://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/3837311?ad_cid=21