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Audi A4 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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1999 Audi A4 Quattro 1.8T 4D Sedan AWD by adamsclasps
Oct 01, 2006 (8:44 pm)
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I am thinking of getting a used 1999 A4 1.8T at a local Carmax in Nashville, TN. I test drove it and it felt okay but when I tried to join the hiway traffic, it felt very sluggish with high rev noise as I tried to gain upto 60-70mph. Is this normal for this kind of car? The mileage is (Valumax) 83K. I used to drive a V6 SUV. Could this be the reason why I felt a little sluggish with the test drive? Also, the previous owner had changed the manufacturer's tape deck with a Jensen CD... I would rather have a tape deck since I can listen to my iPod. Value of the car was $10,998...
 
1. What are the maintenance cost like for this type of Audis?
2. How much more mileage can I expect? I will be in Nashville only for the next two more years and then get a real job.
3. I saw another 99 Lexu ES 300 (with 103K) going at the same price. Would you rather get an Audi or a Lexus at the same price with similar high mileage situation?
  
 
Thanks!!!
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2007 A4 2.0T quattro 6M by kyrdelan
Oct 08, 2006 (3:36 am)
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Just secured one that's on a ship. Not a bad deal
 
2007 A4 2.0T Quattro 6M
- Deep Sea Blue Pearl
- Premium Package
 
MSRP: $32335
Invoice: $30023
Edmunds TMV: $31496
Paid: $30618
 
So about $600 over invoice, and $100 over dealer's "invoice" (which includes $300 ad fee and $195 port fee, which I'm not sure if it's BS or not, but since it was almost $1000 under TMV, I was happy).
 
Can't wait for my car to come!
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Re: 2007 A4 2.0T quattro 6M [kyrdelan] by
Oct 10, 2006 (6:15 pm)
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Replying to: kyrdelan (Oct 08, 2006 3:36 am)

Sounds Nice. The packages are odd for '07. They need to add on the Sport Suspension for $250.00 hmm
 
DL
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Re: 1999 Audi A4 Quattro 1.8T 4D Sedan AWD [adamsclasps] by edwardsf
Oct 11, 2006 (4:19 pm)
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Replying to: adamsclasps (Oct 01, 2006 8:44 pm)

Audi maintenance costs are VERY high and Audis definitely have maintenance issues. The 1.8 engine is a good engine but it is not a fast engine with the automatic. Thus your experience with high revving is probably normal. The manual seems to be a much better performer. Lexus are impregnable and 100K is nothing for a Lexus. But it still has 100k so there may some problems but probably nothing too expensive.
 
BTW, these are two very different cars. The Lexus has a soft, quiet ride and pretty blase handling. A4s have nice road feel and good handling but the ride can be rough on uneven pavement and the 1.8 can be noisy - as you noticed. While I may get crucified for this, a compromise might be a used Acura TL, Maxima SE or an Infinity G20 or I30. Those cars are a little more sporty than the Lexus and much, much more dependable than the Audi and you should be able to get one with slightly less miles than a similarly priced Lexus.
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Where is a good deal? by xgeek
Oct 20, 2006 (12:55 pm)
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I live around Philadelphia. I am trying to get a deal on a 2007 A4 Avant with 2.0T engine and a manual transmission, with premium and conveniance package. But so far The deal I am being offered by two dealerships is around 500 below MSRP. Yet when I read about people paying 500 over Invoice, it just makes me wonder where to get the same deal.
Also I am currently in tough decision between either an automatic or the manual, 2.0T vs. 3.2, and if do decide to spend extra money the maybe I should go for a BMW 328 XI stationwagon. I appreciate any inputs from someone who has any experiance with cars mentioned.
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Re: 2007 A4 2.0T quattro 6M [kyrdelan] by xgeek
Oct 20, 2006 (1:01 pm)
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Replying to: kyrdelan (Oct 08, 2006 3:36 am)

Where did you get this deal? What is the dealership name? I want one too
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Re: 2007 A4 2.0T quattro by drjoed
Nov 15, 2006 (5:37 am)
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Replying to: xgeek (Oct 20, 2006 1:01 pm)

Very interesting experience! Went to my local Audi dealer last week with the Audi USA ad from the internet. Ad said: 24 mos lease on A4 Quattro Tiptronic with Deluxe package (sunroof and 17 inch tires) and heated seats for $379 a month with nothing down. (Due at signing 1st month pymt. plus lease inception fee of $575. This of course was without taxes and license fees but included 15K miles/ year. The local dealer told me that they "can't do that deal" and have been "negotiating" with Audi about the fact that "the numbers don't work". They ran an ad in the local Sunday paper: same car monthly payment is $416 with same terms(also does not include taxes and title which I am told add about $40-50 per month??). Should I be looking around at another dealer? or is it possible that Audi is advertising an "impossible" deal? Of course the residuals may be quite different, but this will only matter if I buy the car at the end of the lease!
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Re: 2007 A4 2.0T quattro [drjoed] by kyfdx HOST
Nov 15, 2006 (10:27 am)
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Replying to: drjoed (Nov 15, 2006 5:37 am)

If they have the exact car in the lease advertisement, then they should be able to do the same price. Of course, they aren't obligated to.. The part about "negotiating" with Audi is just hooey.. They are trying to make more on the deal. This isn't that unusual.
 
Taxes and fees will add to the monthly payment... The amount depends on the tax laws where you live and the terms of the lease.
 
I'd try another dealer, if that is an option for you.. If they want to make more money, fine... but, the BS reasoning would turn me off.
 
regards,
kyfdx
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Re: 2007 A4 2.0T quattro [kyfdx] by edwardsf
Nov 15, 2006 (1:51 pm)
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Replying to: kyfdx (Nov 15, 2006 10:27 am)

Kyfdxgdgftwm,
 
I am not sure I understand how a manufacturer can make a written published offer and then when that offer is accepted, they refuse to honor it. It sounds like the famous bait and switch. Yes, I realize that the Audi dealers are franchises but if they use the same trademark and sell the same product, I don't think that this conduct complies with consumer laws. (I don't believe there is any ad disclaimer stating that the offer is only valid where dealers accept it.)
 
If indeed the manufacturer and the dealer can do this, then drjoed should indeed contact Audi to find a dealer who will.
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Re: 2007 A4 2.0T quattro [edwardsf] by drjoed
Nov 16, 2006 (7:26 pm)
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Replying to: edwardsf (Nov 15, 2006 1:51 pm)

Thanks for the advice on the forum! I did go to another dealer (only about 50 miles from me) who told me that Audi dealers are required to honor the company lease promotions. Got the car I wanted in the color I wanted for $475/mo X 24 mos with 15K miles/ year. This is $75 or so over the advertised lease price with the Premium and Convenience packages, heated front seats (I am in Michigan!), and Bluetooth The sales people claim that there is no dealer installed Sat. radio upgrade but I find this hard to believe! There is such an upgrade for the A6 and in previous years this has been available on the A4. Also, why is there a Sat button on the radio if it is not set up fpr it??

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