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    Audi A3

    Anybody seen an A3 yet? I think I rode in a 2 door version in Sweden last year on a business trip. Seems like a pretty sweet car - probably just a tad more solid than the P5. But we can claim driving the groundbreaker in this style (in North America at least). Better pics on the Audi...
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    Rotating Tires: Torque Important?

    Bought myself some ramps, jackstands, etc. to do simple stuff like oil changes and tire rotations. Do those who rotate their own tires use a torque wrench to 65-87 ft-lbs (shop manual) or just a snug up tight with an X-wrench. I know its important to use a crossing pattern when tightening...
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    Christmas Tree Hauler

    Went to a home center today to get a couple of small items and just look at the Christmas trees to see if they were selling decent ones. I planned to go back later and scratch up the roof of our minivan instead of my new P5. Well I wasn't impressed with the trees until I unwrapped one and just...
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    Roof Rack OK in Car Washes?

    As a 3 day owner of an '03 black mica P5 :D, I know I'll need to wash it often to keep it looking as great as it looks new. A car wash place is the best bet in winter. The manual says to remove the cross bars before going through a car wash - not convenient. Of course, you see lots of other...
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    Potential Buyer ?: '03 paint any better? + others

    In the market for a new car to replace my '95 Ford Contour LX (2.5 V6, 5 spd). Despite much less power in P5 compared to the Contour, its style and performance keep it on my list of potential cars. I can also get a great deal since the "3" is coming soon. I felt pretty good in the driver's...
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