June 1, 2008 - By Audizine Staff
This month we've got a real treat, something completely different. Sure we do our best to bring you a unique and interesting feature article every month, but this month we've got ourselves a guy and his car that are really pushing the envelope - as well as the buttons! We'll explain that last part shortly. Anyway, if you're active in either the B6 A4 Forum or the North West Regional Forum, then you'll no doubt be familiar with this man's work. Love it or hate it, you've got to be impressed with the time and energy put into this car.
A quick look at the Amulet Red 1.8T sedan seen here and it's obvious that Darrick (who somewhat appropriately goes by the username of Capt. Obvious) has done some serious work to this car. The most notable feature is the suspension. You will be hard pressed to find an A4 that sits lower, as the wheels can be tucked deep into the fenders if he so chooses. This is achieved by a fully custom-assembled air suspension setup, one that had to be pieced together with parts from various manufacturers as no direct bolt-on system existed in the states for the A4. Such wild and crazy modifications can be attributed to Darrick's eclectic tastes, especially that of the tuning scene in Europe.
Another notable modification on this car would be the curvy and clean bumpers, which are smoother than the dome of Kojak. Not even the rear exhaust pipes can be seen blemishing the back bumper's shape. The wheels are pretty unique as well, a set of shiny three-piece Lorinser RSK-2 in nineteen inch by nine all around. It's almost like Darrick decided to go chrome just so people didn't miss them from behind those fenders. A peek inside the cabin will reveal more unique bits, such as the rather daunting looking set of controls for the air-ride setup which is just within reach of a handmade Burberry shift boot. As wild and different as this car is, one can't help but be drawn to it. Maybe it's all those cool looking buttons and controls! Anyone see the operating manual? More
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