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Press Request
by KarenS HOST
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Jun 18, 2008 (1:06 pm)
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A reporter from a large finance magazine is looking to speak to consumers who just purchased a new Audi A8. If you’re interested in speaking to the reporter, please contact Chintan Talati at ctalati edmunds.com with your daytime contact information no later than June 23, 2008.
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Re: Press Request [KarenS]
by harbo
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Jun 18, 2008 (3:15 pm)
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Replying to: KarenS (Jun 18, 2008 1:06 pm)
Hi Karen, What is the website (or) e-mail to make the contact?
Thanks ...... a happy A8L owner.
Chs slvrfx cox.net
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Re: Press Request [harbo]
by pat HOST
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Jun 19, 2008 (3:50 pm)
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Replying to: harbo (Jun 18, 2008 3:15 pm)
It's ctalati edmunds.com. Go for it and let us know what happens!
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Anyone still here?
by paisan
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Jul 25, 2008 (4:30 pm)
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I'm looking at picking up a used A8L but curious if there are any items to look for on a used 05 or 06 car.
-mike
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Re: Press Request [pat]
by ayyate
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Jul 25, 2008 (5:32 pm)
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Replying to: paisan (Jul 25, 2008 4:30 pm)
Almost nothing to report about my 2005 A8 with 33K miles. Minor problems only (trunk adjustment, upper suspension boots replaced once. My only suggestion is to have some sort of extended warranty to cover any catastrophic repair. This car, like all luxury models with some age, can strike your wallet hard. Transmission repairs, for example, are usually not repairs at all but complete replacements. Not that this car is especially prone to transmission problems, but you cannot take it to AAMCO.
Good luck. I think you will love the car.
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Re: Press Request [ayyate]
by paisan
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Jul 25, 2008 (6:10 pm)
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Replying to: ayyate (Jul 25, 2008 5:32 pm)
Thanks for the info. The previous gen A8 from what I heard had tranny problems at 80k miles. The newer gen ones 04+ have been better. I will go for a CPO w/extended warranty.
-mike
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Audi A 8L
by harbo
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Jul 25, 2008 (9:56 pm)
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Just came back from a 2,500 mile run into Colo on my 04 with 53,000. Runs beautifully, fast and good mileage. Safe quick passing in the Mountain area's. 24 to 28 mpg. Mostly in the 75/80 range. Some higher speeds (90+) and some Mt roads at 25. With 19" rims I find the vehicle is sensitive to tire type. Michelin PS2 and Perelli P Zero seem good (the summer tires). All season's may buzz slightly at higher speeds. Not noticable to most folks and only noticable to me on very smooth blacktop. I've run Michelins for 40 yrs. The Audi dealer is absolutely outstanding. Enjoy !
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Can anyone help?
by m4d_cow
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Jul 26, 2008 (12:38 am)
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Is it true that you can get a CPO 05 A8 for about $35k? I heard about it at other forums but havent been able to confirm it.
Thanks
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Re: Can anyone help? [m4d_cow]
by theanimal
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Aug 02, 2008 (1:05 pm)
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Replying to: m4d_cow (Jul 26, 2008 12:38 am)
Not only can you get a CPO 05 A8 for $35, but I've been finding them even less depending on mileage. Right now I am very close to buying an 05 A8L, CPO with 42K miles for $31K. Has premium, 19", cooled seats, amaretto on black. Not a bad deal (of course, 6 months from now I bet this same care is closer to $25K, but I've been waiting for what seems like forever for a 'new' car).
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Re: Can anyone help? [theanimal]
by ayyate
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Aug 02, 2008 (1:21 pm)
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Replying to: theanimal (Aug 02, 2008 1:05 pm)
As the proud owner of a 2005 A8 (standard wheel base) with only 32K miles and the very same options you listed, I am disappointed to learn what they are worth on the market. However, for you this sounds like a real buy and I would take the deal. I would also want an extended warranty for the peace of mind, knowing what repair costs can be on any large German car. A single major repair can cost twice the price of a warranty and make it easier to sell later.
Best of luck.
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