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Re: s8

Is it possible to import one?  Does anyone know?  Difficulty in
emissions conversions or fuel?  How about price?  What would an S8 cost
in US$?  Thanks!

Dave Eaton wrote:
> 
> the facelift s8 has 360hp.  the old one had 340hp.  the changes to the
> engine include 5v heads and low-inertia roller cam followers....
> 
> why it doesn't come to the usa is that audi can't make any money on it in
> the usa.
> 
> dave
> '95 rs2
> '90 ur-q
> 
> > -----Original Message-----
> ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 15 Mar 1999 20:14:06 -0500
> > From: "Rokas Reipa" <vytas@erols.com>
> > Subject: Re: Ronin/S8
> >
> > If my memory serves me right, it's essentially the same 4.2L
> > V8 as in the A8
> > only it makes 340hp. The S8 also has a stiffer suspension(I
> > think) and is
> > available with a 6sp manual. Those 18 inch Avus wheels are
> > prominent as
> > well. Why it doesnt come into the U.S. is beyond me.
> >
> > Rokas