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This is a three-part series that examines three flavors of Audi's from Welly's 1:24 scale line.  These three really bring out the look and sportiness of the Audi brand, and still look good here.  First up is the A4 sedan. Click Here for Photo Gallery The A4 sedan in 2008 was a big change from previous A4's as the new one was shared with the new A5 coupe/convertible, meaning no more A4 coupe/convertibles, and along the development the coupe needed the proper hood stance so the engine which has always hugged past the front axle now sits above the axle.  This translates to better handling than the past A4's and a better look to the car as well: aiding the engine relocation is also the extended wheelbase that pushes the wheels out to the corners of the car.  Styling of the A4 also follows the A5's sleek coupe profile.  The engine under the hood of this Welly version is a 3.2L DOHC V6 with the famed "please loose the engine cover...

Going to a flea market/jockey lot can bring surprises; unlike a typical trip to the retail store where you'd expect to find a certain item and may or may not find it, at the flea market that can be a mystery as you go there to find something, not knowing what you may find, and you either could come home empty handed or filled with lots of stuff.  My latest trip to the largest one in my area applauded finds, and has been that way for each trip there except last year when I went on a bitterly cold day (not a good idea) and didn't find much because everyone was packing to get to their warm home.  I went home with seven vehicles: the Dream Van XGW and Rover Sterling the highlights, while I got an extra Matchbox Isuzu Amigo to use as a parts donor (mainly the spare tire for another Amigo that broke off for the second time.)  Now here's a brief look at the other four. Click Here for Photo Gallery Hot Wheels Dodge Ram 1500 I was a big fan of the new...