new to the A8 class
 

<center><img src="http://myspace-589.vo.llnwd.net/00418/98/56/418596589_l.jpg"></center><p>just thought i'd pop in to say hey, i just purchased my third audi (97 A8q) which i got by trading the second one in (96 A6fwd)... i'm very happy with the purchase, and look forward to making it as individual as i am. so if you get the chance gimme a shout back with any words of wisdom one should have after purchasing thier first A8q... thanks in advance!

rAudiA8

welcome and where are you located??

Re: welcome and where are you located??
 

hey, thanks. i'm in portland, me... excellent for playing in the ice-filled parking lots... you?

I am located in NY , yes the car is fun for the winter. good luck and enjoy

Re: I am located in NY , yes the car is fun for the winter. good luck and enjoy
 

what area? i travel thru ny often and am on the 90 from Mass to Buffalo... i just got the car last wednesday and can't wait for a roadtrip! thanks for the good luck, i know these cars have their fair share of gremlins...

long way from you and buffalo, but if you go 90 to mass
 

I am in poughkeepsie

Re: long way from you and buffalo, but if you go 90 to mass
 

ahh, def a long way away...

so everything seems to be working correctly in my ride so far. my airbag light JUST came on so i need to pull the codes on that. have you had any issues with your car in general?

Re: new to the A8 class
 

How is your tranny shifting up and down. It has been a common problem in 97-99 models. I have a 98 with gear hunting and cruise problems.

Last/first exit in MASS off 90
 

If you ever get tired , I live just 3 miles south of exit 1 in Mass.
You might fell less thrilled when you see my S8. The seats alone are worth the difference.

Good luck with your new car.

OMG yes I have had most of the issues that the A8 has but I love the car
 

I have had the tranny rebuilt, control arms, shocks, and a few other little things replaced or fixed. I try to do all the work myself, except the tranny. This car is like a really hot woman, when you are happy she is happy but when she is not you are not either.. (Humm I think I married one of those and she reminds me of it everyday). So Make her happy and you will enjoy her..... The car that is..