Kelly Parker

I have been bouncing back and forth between getting a 2-3 year old A4 2.0T and maybe getting it tuned for 300 hp. or getting an A6 with the v6 in it. I find this seems to be cheaper than getting an S4 or S5 with a v6.
But I read where the 2.0T due to its direct injection has the carbon build up issue on its intake valves.(how soon does a lucky owner get to look forward to that service work? and what does that cost??!!)

What about the supercharged v6 in the A6 what type of injection does this motor have vs the twinT v6 in the S4? They are different v6's right? Is carbon buildup an issue? Is the v6 a less problematic motor? Would appreciate any experience you could pass on to me.

Are there any A4, S4 or A6 models/motors between 2014 to 2018 that stand out as having the least problematic issues?

I live about 45 miles from the nearest Audi dealership not to mention I am skidish of the more expensive repair costs foreign car owners tend to incur.

Again I will greatly appreciate any Audi brainiacs out there willing to give me some good advice