Anyone from Australia

OZ S5 · 27th August 2007, 12:24 AM

Hi,

Any Australian members on the forum? Anyone ordered an S5 or A5?

Cheers,
Matt

Kiwi S5 · 27th August 2007, 10:47 AM

Not an Aussie, but a Kiwi here, and yes got the new S5.

Ned

jedijasper · 27th August 2007, 04:55 PM

yep, I expect delievery in the next 2 weeks, arrives in Fremantle this Thursday......steve

dhdevil · 27th August 2007, 07:31 PM

im from olinda, Melboure.

alpina · 3rd September 2007, 03:22 AM

hiya,

from sydney here

hubby wants to get an s5 but i want him to wait for the auto. before seeing the s5 he had his eyes on an rs4.

the s5 from photos resembles a 335ci until you see them side by side in the flesh... s5 is a much bigger car.

s5 is awesome and sounds phenomenal. if i have a s5 criticism vs the 335ci, its the way it sits (too high). this is something that audi still havent mastered and bmw have always done well.

cheers,

julie

AUS5 · 21st September 2007, 03:20 AM

Hi...
I just ordered the third S5 in Perth. Won't get it until April 08 though!!
Phantom Black/Pearl Silver... would have bought a DSG version but looks like it is just a tiptronic so went for the manual.
Cheers...

AUS5 · 21st September 2007, 03:21 AM

JediJapser/Steve... I believe you might have taken delivery of yours by now... give us your feelings on how it feels compared to your other care etc.
Cheers,

jedijasper · 21st September 2007, 07:02 AM

yes finally!-have had it 24 hours-it hasn't passed 100 kms yet!!....weekend on the way so will pile on the k's for sure....playing it safe atm but its truly beautiful to drive-ive said before that I feel the transmission is brilliant, engine is proven, and most importantly the steering/feel is direct and responsive....it a big leap for Audi and very much in keeping with the RS4 handling despite an entirely different chassis-for the money compared to the RS4 i think its great value and no doubt you have seen it in real-life, its beautiful to look at and be in and makes the current RS4 look quite dated....you made a great choice..same colour combo as mine-personally i think the pearl silver is far more better looking than magna red as per Demo-much more striking/elegant......so far whils t driving people seem to be blown away with its looks....when in motion its looks amazing....

AUS5 · 21st September 2007, 07:27 PM

Congrat's .... my biggest issue with those pearl silver seats is how they'll wear and discolour... Yes, I loved the way it drove but the looks was probably the swaying decision for me... I was looking at an M3 until I saw the S5 in the flesh. Keep us informed as to how you're enjoying the weekend drive....

Colin · 15th October 2007, 01:35 AM

I've just ordered an S5 to replace my 4year old 330ci. I look forward to reading the comments of not only those who've already got theirs but the reasons why others want one too.

AUS5 · 15th October 2007, 06:35 PM

Hi Colin,
I'd be interested to know what your delivery date is... I can't believe I have to wait 7 months for mine... I'm told there are very few being made available to the dealer ...

Colin · 16th October 2007, 12:08 AM

AUS5...You are not alone! I've been told April is the expected delivery date, though Brisbane Audi have told me customers are usually notified of the build date 3 to 4 weeks after the order is received by the factory so it may yet change! I will keep the forum posted. But I'm not that surprised really - cars sold in small numbers often have lengthy waiting lists, particularly if they are perceived as desirable! At least it's not as bad as an Aston - with a 2 year waiting list! I suppose this is one of the reasons why those who place their order before ever having driven one, or even just based on a pre-release photo are rewarded with an early delivery date but I could never buy a car without having driven one first. And certainly not when $140,000 + is involved!

Kiwi S5 · 16th October 2007, 10:08 AM

I was lucky to get the first customer car here in Kiwiland and what a great car its turned out to be. I use it as an everyday car and so far have put just under 5000KMs on the clock.

Only issue I have had is a fault with the intelligent key which means I had to actually put the key into the socket to start the car. Other than that it hasnt missed a beat.

Great to drive, very different handling than the RS4 was and the sound of it really gets peoples attention. Once the sound gets them then the looks take over. Great job Audi

AUS5 · 16th October 2007, 09:15 PM

Hi Kiwi...
How are your leather seats holding up... what colour do you have and are they wearing ok in your opnion?

BenG1 · 26th October 2007, 04:20 PM

Hi guys, ordered my A5 last week at Audi Centre Perth. Too bad I have to wait till March 08 to get it.
Went for Phantom Black, Valcona Star Silver, Sport Seats, Sports Suspension, 19inch GMBH wheels, S line Exterior, Panoramic Sunroof, B&O sound, Seat Heating .... it's gonna be a long wait ....

tiking · 29th November 2007, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BenG1

Hi guys, ordered my A5 last week at Audi Centre Perth. Too bad I have to wait till March 08 to get it.
Went for Phantom Black, Valcona Star Silver, Sport Seats, Sports Suspension, 19inch GMBH wheels, S line Exterior, Panoramic Sunroof, B&O sound, Seat Heating .... it's gonna be a long wait ....

What version of the A5 did yo get?

S508 · 30th November 2007, 04:16 AM

Hi all, Just joined this site. Ordered a quartz grey/pearl silver S5. Have to wait until May 08, as I ordered tiptronic!!! It's gonna be a long long wait.

I was actually after a four door car and struggled to really find something that really excited me. Then I saw an S5 on the road....rest is history. I can live with two doors.

I've managed to tick every box on the options list, although reading the posts from o/s and it seems Drive Select could be an option too. Is this available on the aussie ordered cars? Anything else that's not on the dealer's options list I should know?

Colin · 3rd December 2007, 10:34 PM

S508: there is one thing I nearly missed that's not obvious from the sales brochure and options list I was given. It's the choice of colour for the interior headlining. Check with your dealer - because otherwise I'm under the impression it will just arrive with the black headlining that most buyers apparently want and prefer anyway - so I've now been able to spec it with the silver grey option that's available. I only found out about this option from info someone gave on this website - so thanks to them, whoever it was!

taniane · 29th February 2008, 10:13 PM

Another Australian reporting in. Car arriving in June 08 fingers crossed.

Not any other South Australian's here it seems?

Colin · 2nd March 2008, 12:09 AM

taniane - with a June delivery date I would be interested to know when you ordered your car and what your build date is.

taniane · 2nd March 2008, 03:50 PM

Not received a build date. Dealer was 'confident' in 3-3.5 month ETA. Ordered at end of February.

Colin · 3rd March 2008, 10:51 PM

If you get your car in 3 months consider yourself lucky. I ordered mine mid October and was told I might get it in April but to expect delivery in May. More recently I've been told the car is scheduled to be built in week 12 and to expect it now in June after allowing 8-10 weeks for shipping. Good thing I'm not in any hurrry! And I didn't order one with a sunroof either.

taniane · 4th March 2008, 02:02 AM

Sounds tough Colin. I think it may be a bit different now that Audi Australia are bringing in the 3.2 Q Tiptronic, 3.0 Diesel Manual and other vehicles from April 2008. Until now it's just been the S5 and 3.2 FWD (non-Quattro). It may be smoke and mirrors - we'll have to see.

nickplou · 6th March 2008, 09:37 PM

Ordered the 3.2 quattro last week (in SA). Have been told delivery will be May. Went with the beige interior for something different, now not so sure i made the right choice. Any thoughts?

dhdevil · 7th March 2008, 03:28 PM

just bought a S5 tiptronic on thursday from audi center in brighton (melb) black full options with a slight custom interior change.

they recon about 12 weeks for delivery. cant wait!

taniane · 10th March 2008, 09:26 PM

I personally like the line beige interior - but that's why I ordered it!

I'm sure it's not too late to make changes if you really think you'll be unhappy with it Nick.

Trouty · 16th March 2008, 12:54 AM

Hi - another new Australian member signing in from Perth. I ordered a S-tronic auto in November for April delivery. This slipped to May and then to August! Saw the dealer to see what they could do and the best was a June delivery. I ended up going for a manual because there was a similar specification car already in the country. Looks like a long wait for the auto ....

S508 · 17th March 2008, 04:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trouty

Hi - another new Australian member signing in from Perth. I ordered a S-tronic auto in November for April delivery. This slipped to May and then to August! Saw the dealer to see what they could do and the best was a June delivery. I ended up going for a manual because there was a similar specification car already in the country. Looks like a long wait for the auto ....

Hi Trouty, I am in the same situation. Ordered my S5 tip in Dec and now being told "perhaps July". Just absurd really. I am still committed to the order although I am being tempted to look at alternatives. I queried with mercedes the wait on a brand new C63 AMG and could have one in the driveway before June. Makes waiting 7 months and possibly longer seem just crazy.

Colin · 25th March 2008, 10:54 PM

Today I received an email from my dealer notifying me that my car was now built and was on it's way to the docks for shipping to Oz. I now expect delivery sometime in May.

On the subject of considering alternatives when long delivery times don't suit your personal circumstances, I may be in the minority but having decided on an S5, a disappointingly long delivery time wasn't going to deter me. So I haven't for one moment thought I should go get something else that I could have had sooner.

BPP · 16th April 2008, 03:59 PM

I was informed mine would arrive in May 2008

27th August 2007, 12:24 AM	#1
OZ S5 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 7	Anyone from Australia Hi, Any Australian members on the forum? Anyone ordered an S5 or A5? Cheers, Matt

30th November 2007, 04:16 AM	#17
S508 Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 6	Hi all, Just joined this site. Ordered a quartz grey/pearl silver S5. Have to wait until May 08, as I ordered tiptronic!!! It's gonna be a long long wait. I was actually after a four door car and struggled to really find something that really excited me. Then I saw an S5 on the road....rest is history. I can live with two doors. I've managed to tick every box on the options list, although reading the posts from o/s and it seems Drive Select could be an option too. Is this available on the aussie ordered cars? Anything else that's not on the dealer's options list I should know? Last edited by S508; 30th November 2007 at 04:20 AM.

16th April 2008, 03:59 PM	#30
BPP Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 22	I was informed mine would arrive in May 2008 __________________ (Ordered Dec 6th 07)(Picked up May 16th 08)A5 3.2 FSi Quattro, Sahara Silver, B & O Sound System, Sat Nav, MMI, Voice Control, Electrical Sun Blind, Electric Seats, S Line Package, Sports Seats, Parking System Plus, 18 “ alloy wheels, Sports suspension, Audi Exclusive Line with Magna Red Valcona Leather, Adaptive light/ Xenon

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Anyone from Australia

27th August 2007, 10:47 AM	#2
Kiwi S5 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 14	Not an Aussie, but a Kiwi here, and yes got the new S5. Ned

27th August 2007, 04:55 PM	#3
jedijasper Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Perth Western Australia Posts: 67	yep, I expect delievery in the next 2 weeks, arrives in Fremantle this Thursday......steve

27th August 2007, 07:31 PM	#4
dhdevil Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 66	im from olinda, Melboure.

3rd September 2007, 03:22 AM	#5
alpina Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 34	hiya, from sydney here hubby wants to get an s5 but i want him to wait for the auto. before seeing the s5 he had his eyes on an rs4. the s5 from photos resembles a 335ci until you see them side by side in the flesh... s5 is a much bigger car. s5 is awesome and sounds phenomenal. if i have a s5 criticism vs the 335ci, its the way it sits (too high). this is something that audi still havent mastered and bmw have always done well. cheers, julie

21st September 2007, 03:20 AM	#6
AUS5 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 37	Hi... I just ordered the third S5 in Perth. Won't get it until April 08 though!! Phantom Black/Pearl Silver... would have bought a DSG version but looks like it is just a tiptronic so went for the manual. Cheers...

21st September 2007, 03:21 AM	#7
AUS5 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 37	JediJapser/Steve... I believe you might have taken delivery of yours by now... give us your feelings on how it feels compared to your other care etc. Cheers,

21st September 2007, 07:02 AM	#8
jedijasper Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Perth Western Australia Posts: 67	yes finally!-have had it 24 hours-it hasn't passed 100 kms yet!!....weekend on the way so will pile on the k's for sure....playing it safe atm but its truly beautiful to drive-ive said before that I feel the transmission is brilliant, engine is proven, and most importantly the steering/feel is direct and responsive....it a big leap for Audi and very much in keeping with the RS4 handling despite an entirely different chassis-for the money compared to the RS4 i think its great value and no doubt you have seen it in real-life, its beautiful to look at and be in and makes the current RS4 look quite dated....you made a great choice..same colour combo as mine-personally i think the pearl silver is far more better looking than magna red as per Demo-much more striking/elegant......so far whils t driving people seem to be blown away with its looks....when in motion its looks amazing....

21st September 2007, 07:27 PM	#9
AUS5 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 37	Congrat's .... my biggest issue with those pearl silver seats is how they'll wear and discolour... Yes, I loved the way it drove but the looks was probably the swaying decision for me... I was looking at an M3 until I saw the S5 in the flesh. Keep us informed as to how you're enjoying the weekend drive....

15th October 2007, 01:35 AM	#10
Colin Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 94	I've just ordered an S5 to replace my 4year old 330ci. I look forward to reading the comments of not only those who've already got theirs but the reasons why others want one too.

15th October 2007, 06:35 PM	#11
AUS5 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 37	Hi Colin, I'd be interested to know what your delivery date is... I can't believe I have to wait 7 months for mine... I'm told there are very few being made available to the dealer ...

16th October 2007, 12:08 AM	#12
Colin Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 94	AUS5...You are not alone! I've been told April is the expected delivery date, though Brisbane Audi have told me customers are usually notified of the build date 3 to 4 weeks after the order is received by the factory so it may yet change! I will keep the forum posted. But I'm not that surprised really - cars sold in small numbers often have lengthy waiting lists, particularly if they are perceived as desirable! At least it's not as bad as an Aston - with a 2 year waiting list! I suppose this is one of the reasons why those who place their order before ever having driven one, or even just based on a pre-release photo are rewarded with an early delivery date but I could never buy a car without having driven one first. And certainly not when $140,000 + is involved!

16th October 2007, 10:08 AM	#13
Kiwi S5 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 14	I was lucky to get the first customer car here in Kiwiland and what a great car its turned out to be. I use it as an everyday car and so far have put just under 5000KMs on the clock. Only issue I have had is a fault with the intelligent key which means I had to actually put the key into the socket to start the car. Other than that it hasnt missed a beat. Great to drive, very different handling than the RS4 was and the sound of it really gets peoples attention. Once the sound gets them then the looks take over. Great job Audi

16th October 2007, 09:15 PM	#14
AUS5 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 37	Hi Kiwi... How are your leather seats holding up... what colour do you have and are they wearing ok in your opnion?

26th October 2007, 04:20 PM	#15
BenG1 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 3	Hi guys, ordered my A5 last week at Audi Centre Perth. Too bad I have to wait till March 08 to get it. Went for Phantom Black, Valcona Star Silver, Sport Seats, Sports Suspension, 19inch GMBH wheels, S line Exterior, Panoramic Sunroof, B&O sound, Seat Heating .... it's gonna be a long wait ....

3rd December 2007, 10:34 PM	#18
Colin Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 94	S508: there is one thing I nearly missed that's not obvious from the sales brochure and options list I was given. It's the choice of colour for the interior headlining. Check with your dealer - because otherwise I'm under the impression it will just arrive with the black headlining that most buyers apparently want and prefer anyway - so I've now been able to spec it with the silver grey option that's available. I only found out about this option from info someone gave on this website - so thanks to them, whoever it was!

29th February 2008, 10:13 PM	#19
taniane Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: South Australia Posts: 58	Another Australian reporting in. Car arriving in June 08 fingers crossed. Not any other South Australian's here it seems?

2nd March 2008, 12:09 AM	#20
Colin Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 94	taniane - with a June delivery date I would be interested to know when you ordered your car and what your build date is.

2nd March 2008, 03:50 PM	#21
taniane Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: South Australia Posts: 58	Not received a build date. Dealer was 'confident' in 3-3.5 month ETA. Ordered at end of February.

3rd March 2008, 10:51 PM	#22
Colin Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 94	If you get your car in 3 months consider yourself lucky. I ordered mine mid October and was told I might get it in April but to expect delivery in May. More recently I've been told the car is scheduled to be built in week 12 and to expect it now in June after allowing 8-10 weeks for shipping. Good thing I'm not in any hurrry! And I didn't order one with a sunroof either.

4th March 2008, 02:02 AM	#23
taniane Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: South Australia Posts: 58	Sounds tough Colin. I think it may be a bit different now that Audi Australia are bringing in the 3.2 Q Tiptronic, 3.0 Diesel Manual and other vehicles from April 2008. Until now it's just been the S5 and 3.2 FWD (non-Quattro). It may be smoke and mirrors - we'll have to see.

6th March 2008, 09:37 PM	#24
nickplou Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: South Australia Posts: 15	Ordered the 3.2 quattro last week (in SA). Have been told delivery will be May. Went with the beige interior for something different, now not so sure i made the right choice. Any thoughts?

7th March 2008, 03:28 PM	#25
dhdevil Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 66	just bought a S5 tiptronic on thursday from audi center in brighton (melb) black full options with a slight custom interior change. they recon about 12 weeks for delivery. cant wait!

10th March 2008, 09:26 PM	#26
taniane Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: South Australia Posts: 58	I personally like the line beige interior - but that's why I ordered it! I'm sure it's not too late to make changes if you really think you'll be unhappy with it Nick.

16th March 2008, 12:54 AM	#27
Trouty Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Perth, Australia Posts: 2	Hi - another new Australian member signing in from Perth. I ordered a S-tronic auto in November for April delivery. This slipped to May and then to August! Saw the dealer to see what they could do and the best was a June delivery. I ended up going for a manual because there was a similar specification car already in the country. Looks like a long wait for the auto ....

25th March 2008, 10:54 PM	#29
Colin Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 94	Today I received an email from my dealer notifying me that my car was now built and was on it's way to the docks for shipping to Oz. I now expect delivery sometime in May. On the subject of considering alternatives when long delivery times don't suit your personal circumstances, I may be in the minority but having decided on an S5, a disappointingly long delivery time wasn't going to deter me. So I haven't for one moment thought I should go get something else that I could have had sooner.