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#1429 of 1466 Re: Thanks [m4d_cow] by ayyate Aug 10, 2008 (12:24 pm)
Replying to: m4d_cow (Aug 10, 2008 3:22 am) Amaretto is Audi's saddle color, although slightly darker and richer looking than most saddles. I have it and love it, especially in combination with the wood (not too dark not too light) that comes with it. I am not sure it is available with the blue exterior, however.   I would not characterize Audi's reliability record as horrific at all. Not as good as most cars from Japan, maybe, but what German car is. Porsche perhaps. In the last J.D. Power initial quality survey, Audi had come up to 10th (a tie) I believe, so they may be improving. The initial quality survey does not answer long term questions but may be an indication of better quality. I am still a proponent of extended warranties for any luxury car. Replies to this message: micro_chip_man (Aug 19, 2008 2:10 pm)
#1430 of 1466 05 vs 06 by theanimal Aug 11, 2008 (5:56 am)
Replying to: m4d_cow (Aug 10, 2008 3:22 am) m4d_cow, I agree with you that the big grill on the 06 does look very nice on the A8 compared to the other Audi models. Just this past weekend I finally took delivery of my preowned 05 A8L after watching the market for them drop over the past 2 years. 04's can be had very cheap but I was unwilling to take a chance with a first model year car, along with the fact that I wanted the smart key system.   All of the dealerships by me have the 06 for at least $10K more then the 05, often times with few options. I would recommend a late model 05 as those have the bluetooth system built in instead of the non functioning OnStar. I was able to get my black/black A8L, with Premium, Cold, 19"s, wood steering wheel with paddle shifters, ventilated seats, parktronics, self closing doors with 39K miles for $32.5K. Warranty still good for 11K miles or 9 months, then 2 years of CPO after that. I know that next year I could get an 06 at the same price but I was just too tired of waiting.   Regarding the blue exterior, you can get both the dark blue as well as Northern Blue Pearl with the Amaretto interior, as I test drove several A8s in that configuration. I love the Amaretto but the deal I had for at a local dealership fell through so I went for the Black/Black. Best of luck. Replies to this message: acenj (Aug 11, 2008 5:51 pm)
#1431 of 1466 08 Incentives... by acenj Aug 11, 2008 (5:51 pm)
Replying to: theanimal (Aug 11, 2008 5:56 am) OK,   I've seen some ebay cars (new) discounted 10-15K off sticker. There is obviously some factory to dealer $$$ out there. Edmunds doesn't have it listed, nor do any other sites, i'm assuming Audi is actually doing a good job of keeping this news private.   Does anyone out there know what the actual incentive currently is?   Ace
#1432 of 1466 Incentives by m4d_cow Aug 14, 2008 (10:57 pm)
I'd love to know more too...   I'm still about 3-5 months away from purchasing. Do you think the 06 prices will be lower by then?
#1433 of 1466 Re: Thanks [ayyate] by micro_chip_man Aug 19, 2008 (2:10 pm)
Replying to: ayyate (Aug 10, 2008 12:24 pm) I couldn’t agree more. The Amaretto is by far the most rich looking color of interior that Audi has. I have been looking to upgrade from my 2002 S8 into something newer like an ‘06 A8 or possibly a VW Phaeton. Has anyone driven a VW Phaeton?
#1434 of 1466 There's a reason the Phaeton isn't around anymore... by theanimal Aug 20, 2008 (5:35 am)
It is built off of the A8, but since it is an all steel bodied car it is much heaver than the A8L. The Phaeton is a sort of lumbering car compared to the sportiness of the Audi. I have only had my 05 A8L for a little over two weeks now and I am really impressed with how it drives like a much smaller car. Only pulling into parking spaces does it seem any larger then my 98 GS400.   I considered the Phaeton until I thought of all of the reliability issues with it (same with the A8, that's why I wouldn't consider a 2004 model, only 05.5 and newer) and the lack of parts/dealers who know anything about it, made me realize a few thousand dollar increase for a used A8 was worth the money.
#1435 of 1466 1997 A8 3.7....Need Input PLEASE!!! by m1e1b1s1 Sep 09, 2008 (10:29 am)
After two weeks of absolute NIGHTMARES....our daughters car was first hit, then vandalized by a rival school this past weekend...I've had it! With college coming in less than a year, we can't do a new car right now....tuition rules!   We got an email from very close friends this morning...their friends are moving out west and MUST get rid of one of their A8 they can't take them all...and they need it gone like yesterday...they just decided to get rid of it....   1997 A8 3.7 127,000 New Transmission Excellent condition....just painted, etc....   No other problems...black, loaded, sunroof etc.   They are giving it to us for 1500....just to get rid of it, and they know we could use the help.....teenage drivers are EXPENSIVE.   What should we look for? What are common problems with the A8's....I haven't had one that was a 97...so I'm a bit lost here with this year/model. We are going to look at it tonight, with cash in hand...   Any info would be much appreciated! I have looked at pricing etc, and they are GIVING it to us pretty much...but I don't want to run into...Oh, you should have looked at etc...   Thanks all! Replies to this message: m4d_cow (Sep 17, 2008 9:08 pm)
#1436 of 1466 Re: Used Audi A8L's [ayyate] by ksamuel Sep 12, 2008 (4:34 pm)
Replying to: ayyate (Jan 06, 2008 11:47 am) I am looking at buy a 1995 A8L. I have seen some reviews where the have a lot of electrical problems. What is your experience? Also I was told that this model does not have bluetooth; however, I see you comment on it. Does this year and model have bluetooth?
#1437 of 1466 Problems with audi A8 by slader00 Sep 14, 2008 (10:02 am)
I have a 2002 A8L - quit running. Mechanic replaced fuel pump ($1485); it ran for 2 weeks. Quit again. Sounds as if it's out of gas, but it's not. Anyone have a similar problem - better yet - know a solution. Been in the garage for 2 weeks - mechanic can't figure it out. Slader00
#1438 of 1466 Re: 1997 A8 3.7....Need Input PLEASE!!! [m1e1b1s1] by m4d_cow Sep 17, 2008 (9:08 pm)
Replying to: m1e1b1s1 (Sep 09, 2008 10:29 am) I'm not familiar with this particular model, but you can try consumerguide.com. The site usually has a list of common found problems and parts costs.

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