CandyGram4Mongo

Hello. I've been reading these forums for quite some time and am now ready to ask a question!

I really want an A8L (2013-2015) but I drive a lot for work. Gas is paid for, but I put lots of miles on a car. I had a couple of my last cars to 200k+ miles.

Realistically, can I expect an A8 to last that long? Or am I looking at constant maintenance?

I spend a lot (LOTS) of time in the car, driving 1000-1200 miles a week, so I'd like something that I'm comfortable in.

But I don't want $1000s of dollars of upkeep on the car.

Is a used A8 right for me?

Thanks in advance!

Brian

Twglasgow

It’s an expensive car for someone who drives 40 to 50K a year, just look at the depreciation. You can’t even cover maintenance via contract due to the high annual maintenance. What do you drive now?

Psy Wagon

The V6 might be a good match for you. For the money you won't find many cars more comfortable! Get one loaded up if you are going to be spending a ton of time driving. Dual-pane glass, etc.

CandyGram4Mongo

Thanks guys. I drive a Sequoia now - that thing is rock solid. But I’d like something more plush.

I am used to Toyota reliability and costs but this is a different beast.

The V6 seems to be a better choice-and prices for a 2-3 year used one seem to have come down drastically in the last few weeks.

Dreamszalone

Honestly if you are concerned about the repairs\reliability then you should opt for Mercedes because Mercedes is the only car which will give you unlimited mileage warranty on a CPO car, so you can look for a S Class or E Class. And the warranty can be extended for another 2 years on MB at the time of purchase. I believe that would be the best bet assuming you drive 20-30k miles a year.

CandyGram4Mongo

Unlimited miles? I had no idea such a thing existed.

Will check it out. Not crazy about MB the way I am about Audi but worth looking into

Dreamszalone

I own 15 GL550 bought it new and got the warranty extended for additional 3 years, and reliability wise MB is far better than BMW not sure about Audi because I am yet to own one. You can check the below link.

https://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/cpo#!...-certification

CandyGram4Mongo

Wow that is really good thanks everyone for the input. How do you like your GL

Dreamszalone

This is my 2nd GL previous one was 07 GL450 I owned it for 6 years before I bought this GL550 and they are beast, the ride\handling is phenomenal very reliable SUV "Only Gas Engines" and got a great gas mileage, don't get a Diesel because it is prone to have some issues unless you dont mind 5-6 visit in dealership a year but that would get you 28-30 MGP on highway, I get 16-17 MPG in city on my GL and 22 on Highway if I drive sober. If you need more power and your pockets are deep than GL 63 AMG is the route to go, probably my next car would be that. But I am very positive if you go with GL you wont regret. The only issue is now they introduced 6 Cyl in GL450 which I think is little under powered, so try out GL550 and you would be blown away with its Twin Turbos :-) Also to keep in mind these are huge and heavy cars with negative Camber\Castor which make them hungry beasts for tires, so in 30-35K miles you would need a new set which can cost you around 12-1300$ from Discount tire. But definitely recommend to give it a try and update us here how you felt about it.

Stevereddy

Mercedes S550 2014 and up! Drive one, awesome cars, was my only other choice! Bought a 2014 A8 SWB, 4.0t. Love it