thehaviet

I completely agree. There's around a $50k difference between a NEW nicely loaded S6 and S8.

How much of that $50k is justifiable is up to the individual, but if it was my money to spend on a new 'S' car, I would go with the S6 any day and put that extra $50k in a fund.

DirtyVegasTT

That's what, assuming a cash purchase? That doesn't make sense for any car in this price range. Because for most people it is just a monthly cost difference on a 3 year lease (with write off) or a 5 year loan (which probably wont hit maturity). You don't automatically put $50K in a fund by choosing S6.

thehaviet

You are correct. I am a exaggerating there a bit without clarity, and yes that was assuming a cash purchase.

Let's assume most buyer would take out a 5 year loan with 3.49% rate. That would equals roughly a difference of 700 per month in payment. Take that 700 and put it in a fund every month over 5 years, and you would come out with quite some pretty pennies in your account.

Jack88

I'd consider an A8 4.0t. If you look, you can find a standard wheelbase car with the sport diff. It weighs a bit over 100lbs more than the S6, but you get all the A8 goodness with the same engine from the S6. And it's a lot cheaper than the S8.

DirtyVegasTT

That!

DirtyVegasTT

What? Saving? Putting money away for... 5 YEARS!

Sir, you're talking all kinds of crazy right now. Please remember that you are on a car forum where most of us spend money faster than we get them... at least me. And yes, that is not a sound long term strategy lol

I'm looking to put my dogs in circus and my 6 month old to work as soon as she starts walking before I get smaller/cheaper cars... that's where I'm going to find money for savings!

Puzz1

Why are you looking to dump a new A6 so soon? Just curious.

thehaviet

LMAO....yes, yes....my apologies

thehaviet

No, not yet...I am not dumping the A6 just set....Just doing some prep work and keeping an eyes on the used market just in case when I am ready to make the move.