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Old 07-24-2006, 03:22 PM
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Default coming over from urS4. Looking for A8 for wife

Any sites that can give me info on the cars?
looking at maybe 99 or the newer 2000 model.
Any info would be appreciated.
I am really looking for what to look for when buying a car. What breaks first and is common maintenance items. I do much myself work myself but do not want to be chasing gremlins every weekend.
Any insight to ownership would be appreciated.

Mike
1993 s4
Old 07-24-2006, 03:28 PM
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Default 2000+ would be my choice. Plenty of upgrades, plus a fairly more reliable tranny.

pros

-HIDs
-facelift
-40v engine 10hp increase
-fog lights on the bumper
-You will love it so much, you will never leave this forum!

cons

-control arm issue (but thats almost all Audis)
-Tstat on 40v engines are a weak point
-You will love it so much, you will never leave this forum!
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Default check audipages.com - your best buyer guide.

<ul><li><a href="http://www.audipages.com">http://www.audipages.com</a</li></ul>
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Default Get a facelift model, 2000 and newer

Get one with Nav, and alcantara if you can find it.....the car won't go for anymore, but those are two pimp mods.
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what is alcantara?
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Default Man made suede

And installed as an option package on A8's....does not fade
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Default 68% polyester and 32% polyurethane

<ul><li><a href="http://www.gulffabrics.com/Alcantara.htm">Alcantara</a></li></ul>
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Default The interesting part is that at 100% synthetic it breathes well.

I can't recall ever getting out of the car--even on very hot days when the A/C hasn't chilled the car sufficiently--with sweat in my back...
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