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Genuine audi windshield sun shade from another model on a D2?
Has anyone used a genuine audi windshield sunshade from a different model on their D2? I'd like to buy a couple but not sure which other models would fit the d2.
I'm pretty sure there was an OEM d2-specific accessory at one point, but if it existed its surely now unobtainable. So, I'm looking for the next best option. Any help appreciated!
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Maybe I'm being a bit dumb, but what is it and where does it go and to do what?
Here in UK the windscreen is lightly tinted but has a much darker tint across the top. Inside the car you have the sun blinds each side and the little flap that folds down in the middle behind the mirror; doesn't fill the gap entirely but it's pretty reasonable.
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2003 D2 FL S8. Irish Green Pearl/Beige. Solar sunroof, auto-dim mirrors, electric rear seat functions, ski hatch retrofit; extended leather. Aftermarket DVB-T, reversing camera and full XCarlink (Bluetooth etc.). 2016 Volvo V40 T5 Cross Country (4WD) with ALL the toys including adaptive cruise etc. etc. Osmium Grey with Blonde/Charcoal leather interior. Polestar performance "optimisation". (A much rarer model than a D2 S8 by the way!) Oh, and a brand new engine at just under 30,000 miles on the factory one! Finally: gone, but not forgotten..... 1998 D2 PF S8. AgateGrey/Platinum. Every option (I think) except electric rear seats, tiptronic steering wheel, ski hatch, towbar & dimming door mirrors. e.g. Cruise control, NavPlus/TV, Bose, GSM, Xenons, Solar roof, Parking sensors, Alcantara/leather everywhere of course. (internal dimming mirror added later) 1998 (very early) Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec; ABS/TCS, Heated screen/mirrors, Aircon, Auto-dim mirror, Leather, Trip computer, Cruise control, OEM Ford SatNav with CD changer. And before that a lot of Rover 800s, a few oddities, a lovely Triumph Dolomite 1850HL with Overdrive and way back in my schooldays an Austin Seven aka Mini 850! |
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I'm not aware of any sunshades from other models that could be applied, unless you're referring to one of those awful opaque strips applied to the outside of the windscreen.
Most windscreens I've seen on D2/D3s just have a tinted strip over the top 6 inches of the glass which helps reduce glare from a low sun, but it's the glass which is tinted rather than anything applied to the glass afterwards. (My old D2 and D3 here, both with IR-reflective and heated windscreens, and you can see the tinted strip at the top of each). That little flap behind the mirror is quite useful, and the main sun shades which pull down for each front occupant also slide out further which is useful for sun coming through the side window -- learnt that from watching a VW Phaeton review video.
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Currently '8-less Previously: - Aqua Blue Pearl D3 S8 - Kamut Beige leather, ACC, B&O, factory RSE, solar sunroof, electric blinds, ski bag, Homelink, comfort headrests. - Aqua Blue D2 S8 - Grey leather/Alcantara - D3 A8 3.0 CVT - D3 3.7 V8 Last edited by Conquistador; 24th May 2021 at 10:09 AM. |
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Sorry, folks. Perhaps I didn't do a good job describing it .
I'm referring to the accessory you use to protect the interior from the sun. I've attached a few pics for reference. The rover is made for my chassis, the gold one is not specific to my Thunderbids, but fits almost perfectly. The BMW is from a later model SUV, since there was never one offered for the e31 chassis and it fits good enough. That's what I'd like to get to protect the interior of the D2's. The 03 has a flimsy generic one that needs to be replaced. I'd like a good quality foldable piece like the ones in the pictures.
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Audi V8 Quattro Original 5speed - Black/Black Audi S8 - Avus/Oxblood Audi S8 - Cashmere/Twist BMW 850i - Red 6speed BMW 850Csi - Red 6speed Ford Thunderbird x 3 Supercharged & 5speeds Mustang convertible Range Rover Autobiography - BRG/English Tan |
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We don't find that a problem in the UK
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And our Scottish members are extremely confused!
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2002 Final Edition S8. Ebony black with Silver Grey leather and myrtle wood trim. Current mods: solar sun roof, 20mm rear spacers, 15 mm on front, red brembo callipers, 6k headlights, rear view camera, engine remap, alloy dash dial rings, alloy navi rings, tt/phaeton pedal upgrade, (and custom matching foot rest) dension ipod interface & parrot hands free kit (both fully hidden), av input, tv in motion switched thro' PF switch in blanking plug right of steering column, Audi 'quattro' sill covers, repositioned centre console switches, radio clock, .Planned mods: auto-dimming rear view mirror, dash cam (as steamship's), fit the ski hatch, refit philips drl's (or maybe not - nope, definitely not - horrible botch!). |
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Covercraft makes sun shades that are specific to different cars that are nice. I've had one for a few different cars, including my Audi. They're nice. I would recommend them.
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Have a look on Ebay.com for the seller 'ripplewear' - based in New England.
Makes blinds for camper vans etc and I'm sure she could make you something bespoke for the Audi. I bought a full set of blinds for my VW camper and use them every time we are away in it. Good quality kit! From memory it's Susan Emilio - met her and her husband in Florida a couple of years ago while on vacation.
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I knew what you meant!
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Cheers Marty ____________________ Current: 2001 Audi S8 - Brilliant Black with Black interior, C5 RS6 rims (whenever I actually put them on...), Solar Sunroof, Tinted side and rear glass, RNS-D, Grom, Bose, clunky old phone in arm rest! 2002 Audi S8 - Project Replacement head coming arrived thanks to MJ Silver with Black interior. All features as the '01, with the 'S' mode auto shifter. Dodgey rear tint (need to find a way to get rid of that). Family: 2009 Volvo XC90 V8 R Design - has a louder more obnoxious exhaust than the S8, sounds great! Love this thing - Q7 was double the price, and certainly not double the car! Sold: 1997 Audi A4 - Hamilton's Club Sport, Achat Grey (will miss the old girl) |
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