I love Audi and my 2 cents worth

[Mkl22]

47 minutes ago, Brass said:

Audi sales team sucks +1

When I was at a road show at Vivo city (of course that was before my Impreza and definitely pre covid), I was interested in the A3 saloon.

A female SA came over, and she asked what car am I looking out for. 

I told her that I'm looking for the a3, and she asked me what car I was driving.

I said I drove a Japanese car.

She gave me the looks and walked away.

But then, on another occasion, it was much better.

It was a male SA and I was at Causeway Point.

While he wasn't stratospherically impressive, he brought me through the A4 without any complain or any kind of scorn, especially after he knew I drove a Japanese car. (well, he asked)

But because of the former, I'm reluctant to buy an Audi anytime soon.

 

you never say you drove a Lexus LFA? Japanese...but i doubt she would even know what it is.😁.

if any sales person ask me what car i drive. i will reply "does it matter?" but in my mind will be #$%$####@@#$

Edited October 25, 2021 by Mkl22

[Mkl22]

30 minutes ago, therock said:

As shallow as it seems, IMHO, that is a reality we face in a country where cars cost more than a house in Germany, and whilst that house will last decades, our cars only last for one. 

i would rephrase your last sentence as

"As shallow as it seems, IMHO, that is a reality, that we live in a country where "face" matters more than anything!" 🤣

[neoki_29]

15 minutes ago, D3badge said:

safety features shouldn't be part of the option. option should use comfort and luxury add on.

not everyone fancy Lexus as they associate Lexus as High class Toyota, but Lexus different trim all have the same Lexus full safety system, the different trim are different in engine technology , comfort and luxury.

maybe they value their customers life 🤣🤣🤣 Audi does not 😝

Actually I was very impressed with the Lexus when I tried it, however my CFO did not approve. 

Edited October 25, 2021 by neoki_29

[Thaiyotakamli]

25 minutes ago, Turboflat4 said:

Skodas definitely look more unconventional. Actually I quite like the look.

Yah BBA too common in sg. Its like toyota and honda, nothing special and not a head turner kind. Need more rare car brands in sg so we have more variety on road

[Thaiyotakamli]

39 minutes ago, Turboflat4 said:

When I went to Premium Autos, I had the misfortune of getting a female SE too. She was late, passed the parcel to another female SE after keeping me waiting 15 min (and only when I was on the verge of leaving), and had failed to secure the model I was interested in for a test drive.

Female SE for me and you. Maybe there's a pattern here?

First time when i bought new A8, the female SE isnt interested to sell me or even not allow me to test drive because she think i wont buy. 
 

so i went to another male colleague, test drove and signed the document 10 years ago. 
 

till now the male SE everytime see me even in vivocity roadshow will come rush to me check whether i am getting any audi😂

[Brass]

9 minutes ago, Thaiyotakamli said:

Yah BBA too common in sg. Its like toyota and honda, nothing special and not a head turner kind. Need more rare car brands in sg so we have more variety on road

This one can bo?

Can qualify for CVES and early adoption scheme too.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

🤣

Edited October 25, 2021 by Brass

[Vegas]

pricing depends on company kpis. some yrs you want market share => gd price, some yrs you want bottomline => premium price

if y want drive: BMW, if you want tech, Merc, if you just want to step into the world of 'premium' automobile, Audi

they can price it however they like, its up to buyers to sign. they dun open fancy showroom to run a charity

COE at this level, basically all japs big saloon will likely switch to compact premium conti (3series, C Class, A4)

i dunno what is the level for 1/2 series, A class, B Class, A1, A3. when do rental, they nvr offer these as std offerrings.

[yellowshaun]

1 hour ago, Brass said:

On that note, I have to comment that I'm not impressed by the X1.

Although the 1.5L 3 cylinder engine seems powerful as compared to my 1.6NA, when I was a passenger in the X1, I hated it so much because it seemed so urgent such that it isnt really surefooted.

Moreover, the interior seemed pretty aged and unappealing (even the new BMW 1, 2 dashboard look better, if not more radical) and the seatbelt so thin that it felt worse than the Elantra's seatbelts, which are already thinner than mine. 

For the A class saloon, I think they didn't even put in much effort in design for the rear door card. It looks like it was out of place and plain like white bread.

I'm pretty unthrilled by premium entry level models, though the new A3 looks great. Haven't gotten a chance to molest it yet.

I will seriously consider a Camry (hybrid) over a premium entry level, because they are overrated.

Accord can rot and die with that pricing. It's for boyfans only, given that new Camry:Accord = 20:1

Have u sat in the camry hybrid tho? Same infotainment system as my Vios looks so cartoon with that giant bevel and tiny screen

The accord (or even the slightly cheaper but still overpriced civic) i felt was a class above the Toyotas with the luxurious materials and sleek designs...

 

Edited October 25, 2021 by yellowshaun

[Soya]

Agree the current sales team CMI

Went to see the new A6 recently. Somehow was made to feel like I couldn't afford one by the SE until i said I'm a current owner.....lol

Bad vibes

 

 

[Contipro]

2 hours ago, therock said:

TLDR:
IMO, it's a sharp marketing move.

Price it to cater to the consumer who is interested.

Audi is considered one of the three major German luxury marques. It builds on the perceived reliability of VW, and tries to add the extra hint of luxury. There are many cool looking cars based on more prosaic chassis, think of the Audi TT, which has Golf underpinnings or the Scirocco, which is a two door hatch of the Golf but carries a significant price premium.

So if it is priced like a Merc, then it may be in danger of going head to head with the market leader of mid to high tier luxury, and it will also clash with their entry level offerings from the C Class up.

BMW has the ultimate driving machine moniker, and buyers will forgive the lower reliability compared to the Merc, and focus on the driving experience. 

So Audi has decided to go for the VFM niche amongst the three brands. But you can't go cheaper without some compromise. 

Audi has realised that SG buyers will pay handsomely for a badge, and the right materials used in the car and some select features, and yet be very ready to compromise on others. 
Look at the two airbag offerings that are selling well in SG. The cars with less safety features that don't faze buyers so long as the price is right.

Not longer ago, we have a bro here who had a nice long section in the A3 thread on why he chose the A3 over the Toyota Corolla, despite the size difference and legroom. For the money, the A3 offers a solid ride, a brisk progress with a decent shove and the right materials in the cabin. I must admit I almost committed to one as well at a warehouse sale years back.. I called a friend and he told me in no uncertain terms to avoid the dry clutch and that was the end of my A3 dreams. but the allure of the materials, the ride and the badge was very tempting. It didn't seem to matter that it was a truly bare bones car that didn't even have a single USB port... 

I did look at the A4 as well, and similarly, the price was right. Lots of power, the cabin materials were really nice, the smell of real leather was intoxicating and yes, I was in a Luxury Marque...  when I began my journey, I knew little about safety features, having driven a two airbag car with the barest of safety features for ten years. So it didn't seem to be important compared to the lovely steering wheel, that turbo kick and yes did I mention that badge?

I know, I know I'm shameless, but hey, why not when it's within your budget. Just like why the Honda Accord, and the Toyota Camry aren't moving off the shelves like their predecessors, people can give up space, reliability and features for the right car, and yes the A4 can still be a family sedan, even if it's basically sized with the legroom of a Corolla or Civic. It's meant to let you feel the joy of the C Class at a price that you can bring to the banker without bankrupting yourself. 

And how many people peer with critical eyes at the spec sheet for auto collision warning, and other features like that? Or ask the reps for the price of servicing? Or know about the history of the gearboxes and engines? Not everyone, after all it's based on the workhorse of the Germans, the VW cars. And Skoda, no no, it's a poorer cousin that doesn't get you that prized lot at work, or makes the sales rep at that condo launch smile. No, for that you'll need one of the three German Marques, no less.

As shallow as it seems, IMHO, that is a reality we face in a country where cars cost more than a house in Germany, and whilst that house will last decades, our cars only last for one. 

positive thinking sir.. 

respect.. 

[Volvobrick]

4 hours ago, Beregond said:

I like a8 alot. But somehow it cannot match the sales of 7 series.

A4 is a sad case. It became  the new 3 series.  Youth that got a little bit of money but want own conti go for them now.

Zeng till swee swee. Sport rim warp fancy colour. But no money to maintain 

A8 is all you need in a car. Even fuel consumption not so bad. Road tax sucks though. 

[Lotr]

1 hour ago, Soya said:

Agree the current sales team CMI

Went to see the new A6 recently. Somehow was made to feel like I couldn't afford one by the SE until i said I'm a current owner.....lol

Bad vibes

 

 

With the shrinking coe supply and high price, soon the sales will be hard up for customers

[Vegas]

12 minutes ago, Lotr said:

With the shrinking coe supply and high price, soon the sales will be hard up for customers

many many rich pple in SG

[Beanoyip]

Said it many times, Singapore dealers just bring in the most basic car even for the luxury segment.. it's a disgrace! 

[Porche]

@Thaiyotakamli ya I’m driving a diesel Superb wagon overseas now, nice drive and good FC. But if getting the same car with the same specs in SG it will cost a bomb 

[RadX]

7 hours ago, Soya said:

Agree the current sales team CMI

Went to see the new A6 recently. Somehow was made to feel like I couldn't afford one by the SE until i said I'm a current owner.....lol

Bad vibes

 

 

Ahpek like u best stick w Camry la..😂

[Soya]

1 hour ago, RadX said:

Ahpek like u best stick w Camry la..😂

Gold colour, beige half leather seats n shiny plastic fake wood w undersized rims. These are what dreams are made of ok?

 

[Soya]

7 hours ago, Lotr said:

With the shrinking coe supply and high price, soon the sales will be hard up for customers

Dun tink some SEs got the memo yet