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#3149 of 6920 Trouble Free Miles by markcincinnati

May 14, 2002 (2:49 pm)

I have no problem with anyone who wants to accumulate 6 figures worth of miles on their cars. Since I drive less than 20,000 miles per year (which means it would take me almost 6 years to get to 100,000+ miles), however, I think I would want the newest, latest, greatest (?) technology, engine, features, doo-dads, suspension upgrades, stereo and nav system options, brake technologies, tire wheel combinations, electronic assists and safety features, etc. and I don't want to wait that long.
 
So, I do indeed want a very reliable car and I would like the "peace of mind" that knowing the car will go 150,000 without a major overhaul -- but, for now, I want a new car every other model year (or two at most).
 
My buddy's Honda or Acura (fraternal twin car) is a 1995 or 1996 with six figures of miles on it. It seems to run ok, but that is its only redeeming quality. It does not ride well, is not particularly a good performer, the stereo sucks, the tires roar and the transmission (auto) shifts so hard it causes whiplash. But the car is to the nines reliable -- I'll grant it that.
 
I would be bored to tears with it. I'd pay to get rid of it.
 
My wife has a button (the kind you may wear on your lapel) it says "life is too short to drink boring beer" (or words to that effect). Life is too short to drive boring cars -- I don't care how long they last. If they bore, I've wasted more than money, I've wasted my life.
 
BTW, my friend with the 8 year old Acura, thinks cars are necessary evils, cost too much and wishes, I am certain, that we had public transportation exclusively. He thinks I am nuts to get rid of a 33K 2001 Audi A6 4.2 for a 2003 allroad.
 
Takes all kinds. . . which is my way of saying, MY way is right for ME, maybe, maybe not for you.
 
P.S. I drove a 2002 A4 2.5 turbo diesel quattro with all the toys and a 6spd manual -- I don't know if it would get into the MB bragging rights hall of fame class for longentivity -- BUT, it would be a great car, and I'd get one if they were imported to our side of the pond.

#3150 of 6920 High Mileage Audis by max27t

Aug 24, 2002 (9:41 am)

Hello Mr. cdnpinhead,

It seems most of the people on this forum discuss 0-4 year old cars. High mileage cars are usually older than that. You may have already checked out the form on Audi World for older A6s (I have not). In case you might be interested, here is a link:

http://forums.audiworld.com/a6100/

Cheers,
m.

#3151 of 6920 Audi help by hintz

Aug 25, 2002 (2:48 pm)

Looking at leasing a 2002 audi allroad, went to the dealer here in Naples Fl on saturday, but they were short staffed and unable to help me and told me to call and make an appointment during the week!! This already gave me a bad taste in my mouth! I guess I will drive to Ft Myers to the other audi dealer in town. What are people leasing these vehicles? Sticker is around 47K. This is the first time I've ever looked into leasing. Any help would be greated appreciated!! Thanks in advance.

#3152 of 6920 hintz by JBaumgart

Aug 25, 2002 (8:52 pm)

You might want to post your question on the allroad forum at AudiWorld.com - I do know that in some parts of the country people have been able to negotiate close to invoice on remaining 2002 allroads, but am not sure about leasing. I have a 2001 (didn't lease - paid cash) and except for one unscheduled repair (under warranty at Audi's expense) I am completely happy with it - it's a great car.

#3153 of 6920 Extended Warranty by uwscarguy

Aug 26, 2002 (6:20 am)

I called my dealer over the w/e and inquired about an extended warranty on my '01 2.7T. Basically, the dealer offered me coverage up to 75k miles for $2607. This was a bit more than I was anticipating so I think I will take my chances and go uncovered after warranty expires.

#3154 of 6920 2.7T extended warranty... by marleybarr

Aug 26, 2002 (10:02 am)

I paid $2300 for a 3 year /50,000 mile extended warranty that takes over when the factory warranty expires.
 
It doesn't cover everything, has a $100.00 per visit deductible on covered items.
 
Is this extra warranty a waste of money? It is like buying many other forms of insurance. I guess you could ask yourself.... how many repairs does $2300 pay for on the Audi 2.7T? At $88.00/hr. labor + parts markup, it won't take long!

#3155 of 6920 marleybarr... by uwscarguy

Aug 26, 2002 (12:06 pm)

You are absolutely correct and clearly you got a better deal than I did since the warranty offered to me would run concurrent to the existing one UP TO 75k miles. Anyway, the way I see I could simply save that money and use it to pay-off my lease 5-6 months early. That way I'd get a new Audi (with a more sensible lease term for my driving habits) and be driving an "old" out-of-warranty car that many fewer months. Furthermore, since by that time I'd be over my 60k mileage alotment on the car I'd also not be racking up extra miles which I'd have to pay for at the end.
Thanks for your input.

#3156 of 6920 Warranty by markcincinnati

Aug 26, 2002 (3:19 pm)

I like the option of "early out" on the lease.
 
One medium "issue" would easily cost 4 figures to repair.

#3157 of 6920 Audi service contract vs. no-warranty..... by marleybarr

Aug 26, 2002 (3:53 pm)

I have been told (off record) by various Audi dealer service writers that the average non-warranty dealer repair runs $400-$500 on many episodes.
 
Even something relatively minor like changing the xenon headlight runs $300-$400 for the part and atleast $100 labor.
 
I have also been informed that changing out the 5-speed tiptronic runs almost $9000!! The dealer doesn't see the "tip" die often, but they do see it happen.
 
I plan to keep my 2.7T for 100,000 miles or more if possible, so I decided to try the extended warranty route.

#3158 of 6920 TheTroll is Back.. by bjbird2

Aug 26, 2002 (7:03 pm)

Hintz, before you buy that allroad, you might read this review....
http://www.edmunds.com/reviews/comparison/articles/71177/article.html

Happy Trails...

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