A8 4.2Q In Middle of Pack in Latest C&D Comparo

[Lawrence Bardfeld <LB6116@PITCAIRN.com>]

Described as 5 $70K cars for the age of affluence.  Cars (not in order 
of their rating): Audi, BMW 740il (first), Jaguar Vanden Plas, Lexus 
LS400, Mercedes S430.

C&D summary: "Highs: "strong acceleration, sporty cockpit mood, taut 
suspenders; Lows: way too much tire noise, stiffish ride, 
uncomfortable for five; The Verdict: a muscular machine with 
go-anywhere grip"

Further details on request.

Larry Bardfeld
LB6116@pitcairn.com