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#41 of 1204 That's why I got out of the automotive service business - by zueslewis Oct 09, 2002 (7:02 pm)
after the loaner, carwash, tank of gas, etc, most people felt like I was supposed to shine their shoes, too.   Luckily, I now make three times what I did as a service manager - if I bought a new car, I wouldn't expect anyone to kiss my bottom, just take care of my problems and don't screw up my car when you're changing the oil. Just because I've "made it" in life, I don't treat people in a condescending manner, like many luxury vehicle owners. Just my opinion.   The reason I won't buy an Audi, BMW, Porsche or Mercedes is because of what the average Joe thinks of people who drive those cars. I realize that only 10% are probably to blame for the stereotype, but I don't need the flack.
#42 of 1204 zueslewis by rlenguyen Oct 09, 2002 (7:17 pm)
just curious...what car are you driving zueslewis? Whatever car it is, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do my A6. I sure hope I did come across as condescending because I treat people like how I want to be treated. I didn't think I asked for the impossible or even more than what was deserving. I never blamed any individual or talked bad about them to Audi Corporate, I just simply expressed my honest opinion on my initial frustrations and the lack of flexibility to retain a completely satisfied customer. Otay, nuff said.
#43 of 1204 OOOPS!!! by rlenguyen Oct 09, 2002 (7:22 pm)
I meant to say, "I sure hope I did NOT come across as condescending..." Man it's getting late and I'm getting tired!
#44 of 1204 by Mr_Shiftright HOST Oct 09, 2002 (9:43 pm)
Hi rlenguyen,   I think you are getting off on the wrong foot with this car. I mean, it is unfortunate that the windows didn't work but really every automaker has a few problem cars. It is statistically impossible that this will not happen.   So if the dealer gives you a loaner and fixes your car for free, I don't see the gripe.   Now if it were a recurring thing, or the same problem having to be fixed over and over again, sure I'd get pretty hot. But this sounds like just the usual new car "bugs" that many many people go through. Dealer promises to fix your car under warranty. If he does, he is fulfilling the contract you signed. Audi didn't promise you a perfect car.   New cars HAVE warranties because automakers know that a certain number of them will break.   Anyway, I hope it's all fixed up and you don't get sour on it. It's a great car.   HALL42---I had to delete your post because you can't solicit class action, etc. on Edmunds. You'll get a notice with the post in it, and feel free to edit out the dealer name and references to legal action and then re-post all the stuff about your lemon buy back, okay?   thank you   Host
#45 of 1204 rlenguyen - by zueslewis Oct 10, 2002 (11:48 am)
I have my '86 Mustang GT SCCA car and a new Yukon Denali.
#46 of 1204 Hey RLENGUYEN by bondguy1 Oct 10, 2002 (6:36 pm)
I also have a 2002 3.0 CVT...got mine back in March. I love the car too. I haven't had any problems yet. Just broke 6500 miles this week. The only thing I did notice was that a couple of times after parking at night, and turning off the lights, the lights on the license plate in rear stay on and I have to turn the lights on and off again inside to get it to go off. But, it doesn't happen everytime. Glad they fixed your car without a problem. What color did you get? I got the Black exterior w/ the Black leather inside. It looks sooooo great when it's clean...I didn't realize getting a black car it would need to be washed every weekend...but, it's worth it I guess. Good luck with your car.
#47 of 1204 by rlenguyen Oct 10, 2002 (6:59 pm)
Heya bondguy,   My A6 3.0 is also a beautiful Black on Black...when it's clean. Actually, it's a bit dirty, but still gets compliments. I was reading in the manual that I could get Automatic Locking System installed, which will lock all your doors after exceeding 8 mph and will auto lock if you happen to forget to lock within 60 seconds after the ignition key being removed. When I called the dealership (and this is the best part), they said that it's FREE to first time Audi owners. As to the HOST, I thoroughly agree it's a great car and didn't mean to imply otherwise. I get frustrated even over little things, but I want to make it clear that, this is truly the best car I've owned yet. Hey, zueslewis, those are nice rides...hope you enjoy. Anyhoo, thanks for letting me vent a bit.
#48 of 1204 I thought I was the one who was venting?! by zueslewis Oct 11, 2002 (4:48 am)
#49 of 1204 Anyone heard of any turbo problems on 2002 A6 2.7's? by sen2 Oct 16, 2002 (8:12 pm)
We bought our 2002 A6 2.7 in May and 2months later it began making a "howling" noise on uphill or difficult acceleration. I brought it to the service rep. at the dealer who told me that the noise was normal and they could find no problems with the vehicle (after it was there all day). A couple of months went by and the noise continued. I tried to tell myself it was normal or it would just go away as suddenly as it appeared in the first place. Recently the car which usually had so much pep and pickup in it that I felt like I had to rein it in, struggled going up hill and seemed to hesitate. I brought it back to the dealer last Wednesday (today it's been there one week)and there it sits. They tell me that they are on the phone with "Techline" and conducting tests. They have been on the phone 5days!!! Yesterday they told me they figured out that the turbo needed replacing and the part was to arrive today. Now the part is to arrive tomorrow. We shall see. I cannot understand why it takes a week to figure out what is wrong with the car. I am going to call Audi Corporate and get in touch with an Audi Advocate - thanks for the suggestion. Has anyone else heard of this problem - turbo, howling noise or the fact that they can't figure out what the problem is?!!!
#50 of 1204 2002 A6 3.0 Brake Problems by ermmg Oct 21, 2002 (7:10 am)
My car is less than a year old with 21,000 miles ... I have replaced the front discs twice, the back discs once, "modified" the back discs and replaced the front rotors because they were pitted ... the brakes still squeak. Audi had my car for two days due to the squeak because they were "on the phone with Audi corporate ... determining whether to replace or modify the back discs" ... however, at the end of the day, they did nothing because they found "no problem".   Any suggestions? Audi offered that I should alter my driving habits (which were just fine for Volvo, Nissan and Honda).   In addition, I had an experience similar to message 15 ... all electrical functions failed while driving on the highway (e.g., no lights, blinkers, window function, etc.). It was apparently a loose ground wire, but posed a substantial risk of injury, in my opinion.   I am thinking of applying for arbitration under my state's lemon law due to the risk of injury associated with brake problems and the subsequent loss of value to the car.

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