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Experiences and/or known problems with FX35 "AWD" option

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#1 of 2 Experiences and/or known issues with FX35 "AWD" option by texasrider Jun 03, 2008 (2:31 pm)
I currently own a 2003 Audi A6 CVT, which I love but I looking at purchasing a 2006 or 7 FX35. My concern is that I was trying to stay away from the "AWD" version but the majority of the ones I find out on Auto trader are “AWD”.   It's been my experience that while having options like this sound neat, in the long run they tend to be more of a headache ($$$ maintenance wise $$$); especially when it's something that’s not really needed (I live in Austin TX, very little snow).   So, I'm looking for ANY feedback regarding experiences and/or know issue with the 2006/7 FX35 AWD feature?   Foot note: ======== I once owned a Ford Probe fully loaded; with the adjustable suspension. It was a cool feature (not very functional) but when it came time to have the struts/shocks (?) replaced, I found out that it cost me twice as much to have my front "adjustable shocks" replaced than it would cost me to have standard shocks/struts replace all around (front and back) on a probe without the "special" suspension.   There in lies my concern with this, not really needed, "AWD" feature on the FX35/45.    Please advise.   TYTYTYTY. Replies to this message: susanosooner (Jun 06, 2008 8:49 pm)
#2 of 2 Re: Experiences and/or known issues with FX35 "AWD" option [texasrider] by susanosooner Jun 06, 2008 (8:49 pm)
Replying to: texasrider (Jun 03, 2008 2:31 pm) Hi TXrider   I own a 2006 FX35 AWD. I have had absolutely ZERO issues with this vehicle. I'm in Tulsa and have faced each extreme in weather conditions. Ice, Snow, heavy rains....extreme heat... You name it, this car has had no troubles.   I used the snow button feature on my AWD my first winter with the car and it worked great. The snow button coupled with the AWD and auto-torque changes with the wheel that might be slipping... well, I was able to go where I wanted.   I understand you probably wouldn't face the same challenges in Austin...but I just wanted you to know I consider AWD a great feature in this vehicle. With the weight and torque it has, any/all extra control features can only help. I had a G35 coupe before this and it did slip around some (no AWD, same engine/HP). The traction control on the G35 was a MUST...glad it came standard.

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