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      03-30-2015, 11:03 PM   #47
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I was actually really considering the S3 until I test drove it and realized it drove like a FWD. Then I did some research and according to Motortrend:
"The new S3 is based on front-drive architecture but of course comes with standard Quattro all-wheel drive."
I had similar impressions after driving both S4 (~3900 lbs) and S3 (~3450 lbs): great interiors, bland/boring exteriors, great grip, too much under-steer. Too much weight for S4 as well.

S4 was too much like a 335ix.
S3 is definitely more fun and better bang for the buck. It was my close second choice.

In the end, I could not resits the redhead below.
With CF roof and ~3550 lbs - irresistible.

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P.S.: I got a 335d as a loner for 1200 mile service - a very fine highway cruiser. Tons of torque, but again, way too heavy to be fun.
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