Audi RS4 2007-2010
It is with great sadness that I have to announce the passing of my very good and trusty friend and who has been at my side for the last 47,000 miles and three years.
There was no prolonged illness – in fact no illness at all in her briefest of life. Just two regular ‘hospital‘ checks and a bit of new ‘shoe leather’ from time to time. She did once have a sticky ”heart” valve, but that was fixed in no time by the nice Doctor. I think I had pushed her a bit hard. She forgave me I think. She never mentioned it again.
Looking back, there might have been a big drinking habit, sometimes an outrageous amount – and she was always addicted to the hard stuff, but liked the occasional ‘short‘ too. Perhaps she drank more than you would think healthy. Certainly it was an insatious appetite for the nectar stuff. It wasn’t long before she needed another.
Her body was still in pretty good shape – despite her advanced years. There were a few bits of wear and tear, but you show me a three year old who doesn’t carry the odd bruise from play fighting?
I have a feeling that this isn’t the end for the old girl though. With any luck she will be resurrected and given a new identity and place to play? Her tattoo (aka distinguishing mark) will be removed today.
It’s been fun. She was certainly a high maintenance sort of girl. But she never failed to make me smile. She ran before she walked. She was a born sprinter.
So you should never say goodbye – it’s more auf wiedersehen pet. But until then, Vorsprung Durch Technik.
The new model arrives later today. She has a lot to live up to!
Audi RS4 RIP.
September 3rd, 2010 at 10:46
Looking forwards to the smell of diesel on your shoes……..
September 3rd, 2010 at 15:29
Yes but not as often as the petrol before…
Anyway – this is very GREEN – no air-con, just the top down. I am the new Green God.
September 3rd, 2010 at 16:12
Didn’t the green goddess wear a green leotard and do fitness things? I have a horrible picture in my mind now!
How is the new smoker by the way?
September 3rd, 2010 at 16:51
I think you are making a wise decision Tim. As your reflexes go south, and the hands start to tremble, handling a beast like the Audi is obviously a challenge.
I know where a Rover 75 is available…….
September 3rd, 2010 at 18:13
Thanks for your concern about the onset of age. But this was a conscious decision to go green for work. In the meantime, I am considering a small run-around in the form of a Cobra…. Thanks for the offer of a R75 – is it the last one running – surely that should be heading for the V&A?
September 3rd, 2010 at 18:14
It’s ok actually – well it will be when it’s been chipped….
September 12th, 2010 at 12:48
Tim you could have given me the audi you know how i would have looked after her and dad would have been so jealous!! Dad say’s you know a thing or to about mac lap tops i’m thinking of buying one, do you recommend?
September 12th, 2010 at 18:22
I think Dad might have something to say? Like ‘no’? The new beats is ok though, not quite as fast, but very cool with the lid off. Like a hairdressers!
Macs- don’t buy the ‘air’ it’s too restricteive. But any of the mac book pro’s will be fine. I have three… and all are brilliant. Currently typing on the 13″ one which is about 18 months old and as good as new. Have fun with Dads wallet…
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