Spring Rally: Finishing on the track
After driving a bunch of cars on the road (BMW 6 series convertible, Pontiac Grand Prix GXP) I figured I'd better get
back on the track before the opportunity ended. I hopped in the new Audi S4 and discovered once again a burnt smell and
an abused clutch. But the S4 didn't mind it as much as the new Eclipse. I was flying in no time.
By now I had gotten used to the track a bit and wasnt freaking about hitting the gravel, so I was able to really push the car. The lap was thrilling and I dont think anyone would be disappointed with their S4 purchase. Grip is the key here and it was easy to understand why these are such highly sought after vehicles, even with the $50K+ price tag.
My last lap was in the BMW M3 Competition Package. The car certainly rode smoothly enough even with all the amplified
tuning. The most interesting part was the spongy steering wheel. I dont know how long it will hold up to sweaty hands
but it was an intriguing idea that felt great.
The M3 was by far my most aggressive and fastest lap. The car was extremely responsive and the intact clutch helped immensely coming out of turns. But unlike taking the cars on the road, the rides go by in such a flurried blur its hard to address the minutia with just one lap under the belt. But at the end of the day the M3 seemed to be the best of the bunch on the track.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Ben Huh 11:00PM (12/18/2005)
How about that Ford GT in the background? Did you get to take that for a spin?
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jason 11:00PM (12/18/2005)
hmmm...i take it you're not really a trained driver for the track, just a weekender. there's not much meat here, about trackability, steering response, torque steering, braking, and other issues to hard track drivers. but, after reading the lame 5 day reviews where you discuss your dash vents and dog cages, this is welcome. you got a great job man, take it seriously, and tell us more! good for you!
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kevin 11:00PM (12/18/2005)
i appreciate the reviews that autoblog provides, you can read all the trackability meat in Car, R&T, C&D etc.. Autoblog is where i go for reviews from enthusiasts, not track pros. More dog reviews! And to the 6 series and S4, all i gotta say is "lucky!"
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paul 11:00PM (12/18/2005)
jason, why do you have to downtalk this site. I take it you're not really a trained driver either. am I wrong? do you have your own site? we'll all check it out. you can of course offer your feedback, but come on, don't sound like an ass doing.
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skaedenfeld 11:00PM (12/18/2005)
We need pics of the Ford GT (or GT40-there seems to be some ambiguity).
Jealous of the M3, man!
Doesn't the 645Ci Convertible rock?! For such a big, heavy car, it goes like stink and is nimble as well.
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omar 11:00PM (12/18/2005)
hello
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