Wow. Big-time article and very nicely written.You boys are really living the life, eh?
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Grand touring” has to be one of the most romantic terms in the automotive lexicon. Every time I read or hear those words, they set my mind racing. I can’t help but envision myself in the cozy cockpit of a genuine GT coupe, the love of my life at my side, dashing through the countryside on our way to some exotic destination, and not another car in sight. For some reason, we are impeccably dressed, driving gloves and all. A set of bespoke luggage rests neatly behind our seats, held in its designated place by leather straps with chrome buckles. No radio is needed; a virtual symphony plays as the throttle and gearbox coordinate the perfect melody at the exhaust tips.
I’m not sure how I came to relate grand touring with that grandiose vision, but somehow I did. And I would venture a guess that I’m not the only one to associate grand touring and GT cars with some fantastic, romantic notion of traveling in comfort and style. Though the golden days of this mode of travel are long behind us, it is still possible to experience it. And truth be told, today’s cars make much better traveling companions.
I recently had the opportunity to experience true cross-country touring on two different continents in two different Audi S4 Avants. The two trips were considerably different as well - the first being a European road-trip with two co-workers, the second being a family trip (complete with pets) on a holiday weekend in America. Each was a great experience by itself, and I can truly say that the spirit of grand touring is still alive and well, even if the reality isn’t quite like the fantasy in my head.
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Wow. Big-time article and very nicely written.You boys are really living the life, eh?
#3
nice article
#4
Great article and awesome pics! Got to love that imola yellow.
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