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Realistically, I wouldn’t trade the GLI for anything. But luckily, I don’t always have to be realistic. Every year, my “favorite car” is some form of Audi. I’ve been a huge fan of Audi since high school, where a friend of mine had an anniversary edition, 1 of 250 in the world, Audi S4. It was ridiculous. But of course, Audi has somehow outdone themselves each and every year since then. Take a look at this new 2008 Audi S5:

It’s sickening how nice that car is. I didn’t think that one picture would be enough, so here’s a Flickr search for Audi S5, another gallery, and a video. And of course, if there’s an Audi S5, there’s an Audi RS5 close by, which is even better yet.

When I grow up, I want an Audi.

I’m a fan of Audi and VW for a number reasons, but mostly because of the craft and quality that surrounds their design. I’m not sure that everyone truly appreciates the engineering that goes into an Audi/VW¹, but the details really stand out to me. My favorite car for years has been the Audi RS4 Obviously, I’m in no financial shape to get my favorite car (probably never will be), so I settled for my favorite realistic car: 2004 VW Jetta GLI. They only built this version of the GLI for two years, 2004 and 2005. I didn’t like the new (2006-07) style at all—it was too much money, anyway. I pinched pennies for a long time before acquiring enough to have a solid down payment, and in May of 2006 (after a 6 month search), I got one. And I love it more today than I did when I bought it.

Lexus is among the most innovative manufacturers out there, but I personally think the engineered quality and design of an Audi/VW surpasses any of its competitors. Audi has a new car coming out in year or two, known as the Audi R8. Have you seen this, yet? It’s a little on the exotic side, but nonetheless, it’s yet again, perfect for its class.

¹ I’m aware that not everyone necessarily likes the way they look.