Cargo accessories

[sonia]

Hi, I wonder which cargo accessories are your favourites. I'm quite happy with my floor net because it's sturdy. I can put glass bottles on it, drive home fast, no any accidents in the trunk; and it does not occupy space.






Do you have any experiences with OEM trunk mats? Are they worth the price (around $100)?


Thanks in advance,

[audibmi]

audi carpet mat with organizer blocks perhaps?

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...carpet-version!

buy here:

http://www.audiusaparts.com/oe-audi/zaw380409

[Lamprey]

I asked a similar question a while back. Here are a couple of other items that may be of interest:

9 Moon® Car Boot Cargo Net Magic Sticker Luggage Mesh Oganizer Bag For Audi
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Q8PAEIY/



2x CARPET CAR ORGANISER STORAGE TIDY BOOT
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271581192865

[Bizzles]

+1 On the Net, used it all the time! Best OEM solution I've seen in a car. Except maybe those little black plastic thingies...not sure what they do.

The 12 volt plug in the back is super useful if you go to a lot of sporting events. Only thing I wish my new car had.

[cchoi83]

The cargo net works great. I'm wondering what everyone uses as a trunk organizer.

[The Fat Kid]

The grocery-bag hooks are awesome.

[s4buckeye]

wtf no trunk liners

[StealthBlackA4]

I have the trunk mat and absolutely love it. Keeps the carpet from getting messed up and the floor net keeps my misc. stuff from flying around. The mat is worth the $100 bucks if you put dirty stuff in your trunk.

[b8audis4]

I use the Weathertech trunk liner and like it, but I don't normally carry a lot of stuff in my trunk. Some good recommendations in here.

[BooS4tedBulldog]

I have the weathertech trunk liner as well. I just loaded my car up with a 5 foot folding table and 8 folding chairs.

[jl87]

OEM trunk liner and cargo net. I have a slim snap top lid bin that I have a quart of oil, coolant, quick detailer, and some microfibers in that I leave strapped under the cargo net. If i need to put something large in the trunk I just slide the bin to a back corner.

[sonia]

Thanks all for your replies! I'm ordering a few more OEM accessories. Gotta check that weathertech trunk liner in a shop.

Btw, are you guys happy with the OEM shade? I got it last week, and the sun in California seems to be laughing at me :P I think I would be better off with a window tint kit...

Here is a pic of the shade where you can appreciate the quality.

[acsgp]

I have something like this in the trunk of my Avant to keep stuff from getting hot (yes, it is a legit Corona item):



held in place by this:

[Brother Owl]

I have something like this in the trunk of my Avant to keep stuff from getting hot (yes, it is a legit Corona item):

Nice cooler bag. I too would like to keep stuff from getting hot...

[LYKUNO]

Thanks all for your replies! I'm ordering a few more OEM accessories. Gotta check that weathertech trunk liner in a shop.

Btw, are you guys happy with the OEM shade? I got it last week, and the sun in California seems to be laughing at me :P I think I would be better off with a window tint kit...

Here is a pic of the shade where you can appreciate the quality.

I thought the OEM sunshade was sort of flimsy, so got a Covercraft folding shade. Fits well (you specify the model and year when ordering) and comes in a range of colors. Also has a storage bag (extra cost option).

[StealthBlackA4]

I thought the OEM sunshade was sort of flimsy, so got a Covercraft folding shade. Fits well (you specify the model and year when ordering) and comes in a range of colors. Also has a storage bag (extra cost option).

I always thought these made cars look so cheesy, until I used one...I no longer had those thoughts. They're great!

[jokingjimmy]

I always thought these made cars look so cheesy, until I used one...I no longer had those thoughts. They're great!

We installed 3M Crystalline 70 on the windshield. Basically don't need to use the reflecto-shield... even in florida.

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[jokingjimmy]

audi carpet mat with organizer blocks perhaps?

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...carpet-version!

buy here:

http://www.audiusaparts.com/oe-audi/zaw380409

I also use the blocks. One of the greatest inventions since sliced bread. Well, not really, but they are great and a must have imo.

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[jsh139]

+1 for WeatherTech accessories. I have the full floor/trunk laser cut mat set and I love them. Pricy, but the fitment is perfect.

[QuattroRocket]

I also use the blocks. One of the greatest inventions since sliced bread. Well, not really, but they are great and a must have imo.

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Yup this mat and these blocks are an awesome combination !

[BigBluu]

I thought the OEM sunshade was sort of flimsy, so got a Covercraft folding shade. Fits well (you specify the model and year when ordering) and comes in a range of colors. Also has a storage bag (extra cost option).

Interested...but where do you keep it stored when not in use? Will it fit under or to the side of the driver's seat?

[LYKUNO]

Interested...but where do you keep it stored when not in use? Will it fit under or to the side of the driver's seat?

When folded, it's stored in a fabric bag that measures ~ 38"L x 8"W x 2"D, so not a good fit under or to the side of the driver's seat. I typically toss it on the back seat or floor, or more commonly, in the side of the trunk next to the Creekside folding trunk organizer I use (on top of a Weathertech trunk mat). Details on the Creekside trunk organizer here.

[dropshadow]

held in place by this:

They make these for the B8 Avant? I've only seen them for the C6 & C7 Avants. Any chance you could get a part number off yours?

[BMAudi]

When folded, it's stored in a fabric bag that measures ~ 38"L x 8"W x 2"D, so not a good fit under or to the side of the driver's seat. I typically toss it on the back seat or floor, or more commonly, in the side of the trunk next to the Creekside folding trunk organizer I use (on top of a Weathertech trunk mat). Details on the Creekside trunk organizer here.

Hows the heat reduction ?

[acsgp]

They make these for the B8 Avant? I've only seen them for the C6 & C7 Avants. Any chance you could get a part number off yours?

Yes, most definitely. Where is the part number located?

[LYKUNO]

Hows the heat reduction ?

It's a pretty snug fit since it's custom-cut to fit the A4/S4, but it's not as close around the mirror as the roll-up shades. On the other hand, it's a thicker material (feels like a foam board) than the roll-up shades so I think it's as good or better than the latter. The accordion-like fan-fold is probably more difficult to insert against the glass that a softer roll-up, but that results in a much better fit IMO. My car doesn't go to work and sit in a parking lot every day, so isn't exposed to a lot of hot sun on a regular basis. When I do use it however, there's a major reduction of the temperatures I can feel on the surface of the steering wheel and top of the dashboard. Maybe StealthBlackA4 could offer his opinion on its heat rejection capability.

[dropshadow]

Yes, most definitely. Where is the part number located?

No idea, maybe on a sticker somewhere? If it's too much of a hassle, don't worry about it. I'll see if I can find more info online about a B8 version.

[sonia]

I thought the OEM sunshade was sort of flimsy, so got a Covercraft folding shade. Fits well (you specify the model and year when ordering) and comes in a range of colors. Also has a storage bag (extra cost option).

Damn, I wish I had seen your pics before getting my sunshade. Yours looks like something worth the price, the stitches are flawless, and the car looks good.

[Mike Panic]

I have the Audi OEM S4 all weather mats in the car but am looking for a trunk liner. There seems to be several OEM Audi options available, kind of annoying they don't make an S4 branded one but make an A4 branded one. Anyone using OEM or does everyone seem to favor the Weathertech?

For windshield sun shade, I picked one of these cheaper ones up from Amazon a while ago http://amzn.to/1Kdooav - honestly that CoverCraft one looks SICK but man it's got to be a beast to unfold and put in every day. The main reason I got the generic one is because it folds down to a small 12" or so circle and fits in a tidy little storage bag. I either leave it on the passenger seat when not in the windshield, stick it on the rear floor or jam it between the center console and passenger seat while driving. Takes a 15 seconds to put in the windshield and folds up just as fast. Maybe I'm lazy?

[BillyG]

I have the Audi OEM S4 all weather mats in the car but am looking for a trunk liner. There seems to be several OEM Audi options available, kind of annoying they don't make an S4 branded one but make an A4 branded one. Anyone using OEM or does everyone seem to favor the Weathertech?

For windshield sun shade, I picked one of these cheaper ones up from Amazon a while ago http://amzn.to/1Kdooav - honestly that CoverCraft one looks SICK but man it's got to be a beast to unfold and put in every day. The main reason I got the generic one is because it folds down to a small 12" or so circle and fits in a tidy little storage bag. I either leave it on the passenger seat when not in the windshield, stick it on the rear floor or jam it between the center console and passenger seat while driving. Takes a 15 seconds to put in the windshield and folds up just as fast. Maybe I'm lazy?

That sun shade seems sweet! Does it fit an S4 well?

Sorry, I can't help you with your question about trunk liners, but I love Weathertech digital fit mats, can't imagine that their trunk liner isn't just as awesome.

[rulaxin12]

I have both the oem trunk liner which works fine, but also have the cargo net.. The net lives under the liner, so pretty much useless.

Anyone else have both?

[Mike Panic]

That sun shade seems sweet! Does it fit an S4 well?

It's not "perfect" as the area behind the rear view mirror needs to be fumbled with a bit, but overall, yea it's nice. Please pardon the craptastic photo



The area behind the rear view mirror and then closest to the hood is also blocked, it's just black fabric and not silver. It does make a pretty significant reduction in heat though.

[Mike Panic]

Poking around on Amazon for a trunk cargo box to store some of my crap in so it's not rolling around as I'm not keen on the net, even though I have one, I found these



$25 for 2 of them http://amzn.to/1e5mpHe, they don't show the bottom but the comments seem to indicate they use a Velcro type gripper to stay in place, so they obviously wouldn't work with an all weather cargo matte. I go hiking and throw my boots in the trunk, amongst other things, so I feel it would make the most sense for me, but this also seems pretty rad for those who still have carpet back there.

[jokingjimmy]

Poking around on Amazon for a trunk cargo box to store some of my crap in so it's not rolling around as I'm not keen on the net, even though I have one, I found these



$25 for 2 of them http://amzn.to/1e5mpHe, they don't show the bottom but the comments seem to indicate they use a Velcro type gripper to stay in place, so they obviously wouldn't work with an all weather cargo matte. I go hiking and throw my boots in the trunk, amongst other things, so I feel it would make the most sense for me, but this also seems pretty rad for those who still have carpet back there.

That's exactly how the blocks we have work. Velcro on the bottom. So if you get trunk liners make sure that they are the carpeted type.

[Trevor08]

+1 for a cargo net user. I love the thing. Everyone thinks its funny when they see it, but when using it, its awesome.

[BillyG]

It's not "perfect" as the area behind the rear view mirror needs to be fumbled with a bit, but overall, yea it's nice. Please pardon the craptastic photo

The area behind the rear view mirror and then closest to the hood is also blocked, it's just black fabric and not silver. It does make a pretty significant reduction in heat though.

Thanks for the info! It looks like it works great. I had Llumar Air Blue 80 on my last windshield, which worked well. Trying to decide if I want to do that again, or just grab one of these shields.

[Thumper3]

+1 for WeatherTech accessories. I have the full floor/trunk laser cut mat set and I love them. Pricy, but the fitment is perfect.

Have you used the blocks Weathertech sells for them? I loved the OEM ones we had in our Jetta, but if you have the liner obviously velcro doesn't stick to the rubber/plastic. Weathertech sells the same style of block and claim it works with their rubber liner mat. I am guessing they are adhesive based but how long would those last I wonder?

I rarely haul anything in the S4, that's why I have a wagon LOL, but I use the cargo net with the factory liner mat and the grocery hooks.

[jsh139]

Have you used the blocks Weathertech sells for them? I loved the OEM ones we had in our Jetta, but if you have the liner obviously velcro doesn't stick to the rubber/plastic. Weathertech sells the same style of block and claim it works with their rubber liner mat. I am guessing they are adhesive based but how long would those last I wonder?

I rarely haul anything in the S4, that's why I have a wagon LOL, but I use the cargo net with the factory liner mat and the grocery hooks.

No, I haven't tried the blocks. I used to have the cargo net in my B7, but I found that I didn't use it much. I actually do use the grocery hooks, though!

[BMAudi]

Thanks for the info! It looks like it works great. I had Llumar Air Blue 80 on my last windshield, which worked well. Trying to decide if I want to do that again, or just grab one of these shields.

I have the same one. i transferred it from my other car. Altough its not a perfect fit you can make it work. its just that area behind the rear mirror. the heat reduction is also nice. I wish Audi made one with the s4 logo or something on it to the quality of the covercraft. I may get the covercraft eventually since it looks legit

[Earlskey]

Kinda storage related.

I got this short magnetic charging cable and charger for my phone that can hide away nicely in the ash tray cubby.