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Old 21st November 2019, 09:37 AM
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Default A8 to S8 upgrade😁😁😁

Hi everybody just to keep you updated I found very nice s8 and Im sure some of you guys will recognise the car because previous owners are here. I decided to replace my A8 3.0tdi with this 5.2 v10 monster it has few jobs to do but WHAT A CAR! 😍😍😍 and no more diesel sound!
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Old 21st November 2019, 11:05 AM
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Hi everybody just to keep you updated I found very nice s8 and Im sure some of you guys will recognise the car because previous owners are here. I decided to replace my A8 3.0tdi with this 5.2 v10 monster it has few jobs to do but WHAT A CAR! 😍😍😍 and no more diesel sound!
I saw the FB post, glad you joined and posted here. Welcome and nice to see the car will remain here
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Old 21st November 2019, 12:01 PM
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but WHAT A CAR! 😍😍😍 and no more diesel sound!
and WHAT AN UPGRADE!
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My DIY jobs - Replaced alarm horn, Replaced Coolant Temp sensor, Updated RNS-D firmware, Installed Reversing Camera and Digital TV, Dashcam Installation, Retrofitted Rear Blinds, Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror, Chrome Boot Struts

Sold! 2008 S8 D3 5.2 V10 - Engine: BSM, Gearbox:KLW, Colour:LY7F Suzuka Grey Pearl Effect, Interior:Black/Black with Silver/Black valcona leather with carbon atlas inserts, Bang & Olufsen, Heated windscreen, Soft-close doors, TV, DAB, AMI, Quad Zone, Auto Boot, Auto dim Mirrors, Keyless entry, PDC with rearview camera, AFS II Headlights

My DIY jobs - Fan Jet Windscreen Washers, Retrofitted Electric Side Blinds
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Old 21st November 2019, 02:15 PM
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.. And you're going to have to change your forum name now
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Old 21st November 2019, 11:24 PM
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.. And you're going to have to change your forum name now
I agree, to "poorman'sS8" because it will surely soon be so

Congratulations on the upgrade, I'm sure you'll enjoy it
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Old 22nd November 2019, 06:23 PM
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Welcome aboard Arek.
Photos are good.
All we need now is a location for you/ (I know but very few others do)
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Old 22nd November 2019, 10:01 PM
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Congratulations Arek. I'm glad the car has gone to a good home
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Old 20th December 2019, 11:42 AM
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Congratulations on your new purchase !

In my opinion, its hard to beat a large cc petrol engine !

Enjoy !
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