Near the trigger. Some near closing thoughts on my options?
11-07-2008, 09:48 PM
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Near the trigger. Some near closing thoughts on my options?
Both cars are black/black 2007 RS4s with navigation, carbon trim.
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Car 1 - Still in negotiations but price is nearing mid 40s with 24k miles. It has a small curb rash on the chin spoiler about 2 inches long. The previous owner (traded for a GTR) installed a front/rear radar detection system.
The biggest pro for Car 1 is buying the cheaper car and use the savings to supplement an extended warranty. The con is the unknown installation quality of the radar system.
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Car 2 - high 50s with 17k miles. All stock.
The biggest pro is all stock and fewer miles means approximately 6months of warranty depending on inservice dates.
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Regarding the RS4, my thoughts are on overall problems of going to and from the dealership for little things failing. My 02 S4 was like that and it got old. My greatest concern is buying an expensive car and having problems with the DRC that are not covered by Audi by declaring it a wear and tear item. I do not want to spend 4-6k on a Stasis/Ohlins suspension although I do like to go to the track often.
What are your thoughts/comments/suggestions re: car and anxiety?
TIA
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Car 1 - Still in negotiations but price is nearing mid 40s with 24k miles. It has a small curb rash on the chin spoiler about 2 inches long. The previous owner (traded for a GTR) installed a front/rear radar detection system.
The biggest pro for Car 1 is buying the cheaper car and use the savings to supplement an extended warranty. The con is the unknown installation quality of the radar system.
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Car 2 - high 50s with 17k miles. All stock.
The biggest pro is all stock and fewer miles means approximately 6months of warranty depending on inservice dates.
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Regarding the RS4, my thoughts are on overall problems of going to and from the dealership for little things failing. My 02 S4 was like that and it got old. My greatest concern is buying an expensive car and having problems with the DRC that are not covered by Audi by declaring it a wear and tear item. I do not want to spend 4-6k on a Stasis/Ohlins suspension although I do like to go to the track often.
What are your thoughts/comments/suggestions re: car and anxiety?
TIA
11-07-2008, 09:53 PM
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Car 1
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11-07-2008, 09:55 PM
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Car 2
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11-08-2008, 03:19 AM
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Why not talk to your service dept and ask them if they have had any RS4s in for DRC repairs
and go from there. Should be able to get a good feel for their stance on their DRC policy.
I'd opt for Car 2, esp if it's under $50k now. You are paying about $5k more for an unmolsted RS4 with 7,000 less miles. Pull the trigger!
I'd opt for Car 2, esp if it's under $50k now. You are paying about $5k more for an unmolsted RS4 with 7,000 less miles. Pull the trigger!
11-08-2008, 04:18 AM
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IF you have a DRC issue spend half that on Stasis SLs.
The DRC should not be a detractor. There have been folks that have had a real pain, but the vast majority of cars are getting on fine.
And if you drive a Stasis car, you will probably change your mind about the suspensions anyway. Sorry, I am still honeymooning with my new suspension (MS, under 4k).
I'd tell you to get a Tubi too, but I digress...
And if you drive a Stasis car, you will probably change your mind about the suspensions anyway. Sorry, I am still honeymooning with my new suspension (MS, under 4k).
I'd tell you to get a Tubi too, but I digress...
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11-08-2008, 05:24 AM
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Reading prior posts I read that SLs are not good enough for track use.
The post was from someone who races a red A/S/RS4. From what I read the SLs are best for street only.
It's a more reasonable option although I don't mind spending the MS suspension it's just an aversion on such a new car with warranty.
It's a more reasonable option although I don't mind spending the MS suspension it's just an aversion on such a new car with warranty.
11-08-2008, 05:27 AM
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Both service departments say nothing about the DRC but I NEVER trust them.
Whatever car I choose local or otherwise I get a PPI.
Regarding the PPI the shop mentioned full PPI would include looking at the computer codes, DRC and damage.
Regarding the PPI the shop mentioned full PPI would include looking at the computer codes, DRC and damage.